The ‘Language & Culture’ cluster provides you with basic skills for interaction with people from two of the world’s major economies – France and Japan. French and Japanese are languages that are widely used in industry around the world. The culture components allow you to explore tradition, values and behaviour as well as new ways of thinking. Your horizons are thus broadened and this greatly complements the industry-related skills developed in your diploma core subjects. You will also learn to appreciate cross-cultural issues and adapt to new ideas and paradigms. These are essential mindsets for effective members of an increasingly international workforce. | |  |
Subjects Offered *
Introduction to Language & Culture (French)
You will learn how to introduce yourself, talk about your family, work and daily activities as well as communicate effectively in various French-speaking situations (in a café, at the hotel reception, at the train station, etc…). The subject also explores the key aspects of the culture of the French community.
Introduction to Language and Culture (Japanese)
This subject covers basic Japanese oral communication skills in situations like greetings, shopping and describing daily life. The subject also highlights key aspects of the Japanese culture such as practices in different seasons and current social trends.
Contemporary French
This subject builds on “Introduction to Language and Culture (French)”. It is based on everyday life situations which tourists and professionals typically encounter with French-speakers in France or Singapore. The situations covered include vocabulary, language patterns and cultural aspects which equip you with the skills and aptitude to better interact in spoken and written French.
Essential Japanese
This subject will build on “Introduction to Language and Culture (Japanese)” and will focus on the subtleties of the Japanese language. Grammar will be reinforced and students will build up your vocabulary in the Japanese language. You will also learn to read and write in Japanese characters.
* The subjects offered are accurate at the time of publication and may be subject to change.
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