Asian Languages - Japanese, Minor


Complement almost any major with the Japanese minor and build communication skills that stay relevant across the globe. It's a smart way to broaden how you connect with people, cultures and ideas far beyond the boundaries of a single field of study.

Program Description

Asian Languages - Japanese minor description

You can pursue a minor in Asian languages with a focus on Japanese and study the language, literature and culture of Japan while developing advanced abilities in speaking, listening, reading and writing.

A wide variety of electives allows you to pursue your interests in topics such as translation, business, popular culture, technology and classical language. In addition, ASU offers summer and yearlong programs to study abroad in Japan.


At a Glance: program details

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  • Additional Program Fee: No
  • Second Language Requirement: No

Program Requirements

Enrollment Requirements

GPA Requirement: 2.00

Incompatible Majors: BA in Asian languages (Japanese)

Other Enrollment Requirements: None

Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.


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Career Outlook

Careers this Asian languages - Japanese minor prepares you for

Minor programs enable students to develop additional competencies that complement the marketable knowledge and skills they acquire in their majors.

A minor in Japanese studies helps students gain communication skills and cultural competence as they pursue careers fields such as:

  • diplomacy
  • education
  • entertainment
  • foreign service
  • international business
  • marketing
  • political analysis
  • science and technology
  • teaching
  • tourism and hospitality

Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

Example Careers

Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions.

Community Health Workers


  • Growth: 12.7%
  • Median Salary*: 51850
  Bright Outlook

Customs Brokers


  • Growth: 3.8%
  • Median Salary*: 80730

Economists


  • Growth: 4.7%
  • Median Salary*: 124720
  Bright Outlook

Lawyers


  • Growth: 4.7%
  • Median Salary*: 159670
  Bright Outlook

Sales Managers


  • Growth: 4.5%
  • Median Salary*: 148270
  Bright Outlook

Social and Community Service Managers


  • Growth: 7.2%
  • Median Salary*: 80390
  Bright Outlook

Sociologists


  • Growth: 3.8%
  • Median Salary*: 106030

Supply Chain Managers


  • Growth: 6.1%
  • Median Salary*: 107230
  Bright Outlook

Interpreters and Translators


  • Growth: 2%
  • Median Salary*: 60170

* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).


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