91̽»¨

Experience Japanese at University and Beyond Programme 2025. 

This event is a collaboration between the School of East Asian Studies at the University of 91̽»¨ together with  of the UK and supported by

It will be a day for sixth-form (under 18 years of age) students to participate in cultural workshops, language tasters and a panel discussion where they will learn about the exciting paths they can take by studying Japanese at University.  

Whether they are interested in Japan, are already learning Japanese or maybe are complete beginners, everyone is welcome! 

This will be a great opportunity to learn more about studying Japanese (or Japanese alongside other subjects) at universities. 

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Event Details: 

Date: Due to a clash with mock exams for many Year 12 and 13 students, we have decided to reschedule our Experience Japanese event in order to allow as many students as possible who want to attend to join us. A new date will be given out shortly. If you have already signed up for this event, we will be in contact with you directly to discuss next steps.

Time: 10:10am - 3:15pm 

Venue:

Address:  32 Leavygreave Rd, Broomhall, 91̽»¨ S3 7RD  

Sample Schedule: 

10:10am - 10:30am -  Arrival and Registration

10:30am - 10:50am - Welcome and Introduction to the day

10:50am - 11:20am - Taster Lecture

11:20am - 14:20pm - Lunch break and workshops 

14:20pm - 15:15pm - Talk and panel discussion: hear from alumni who studied Japanese at 91̽»¨ and elsewhere and where it’s taken them

15:15pm - 15:30pm - Close

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Finer Details: 

This event is open to sixth form students only in the UK – free entry.
Students can attend the event on their own or with teachers; however, they must have permission from school and parents or guardian to attend before booking a place.

Booking deadline: A new date will be confirmed shortly. Please note that places will be allocated on a first-come-first served basis. When you sign up, you will receive a confirmation email within 5-10 working days. 

Please be aware that the exact times of the event could be subject to slight changes on the day. 

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Any questions? 

For any enquiries regarding Japanese Studies at 91̽»¨, please see the Contact Us page.  

For any academic queries related to East Asian Studies, please contact Dr Gemma Ballard.  

For any questions regarding the event itself please see the Frequently Asked Questions section below, or email: foaah.recruit@sheffield.ac.uk 

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Frequently Asked Questions: 

Do I need to have prior knowledge of studying Japanese?  No. This event is open to all students who have an interest in Japanese culture or East Asian Cultures. Whether you are a beginner or completing a qualification in Japanese, everyone is welcome. 

How will spaces be allocated? Places will be issued on a first come first served basis. Students may attend on their own or be accompanied by a member of staff. If the event reaches capacity, you will be added to a waiting list. Please note that in order to keep the event open to all, booking will be initially limited to 15 places per school.

Where can we eat and drink on campus? We advise teachers and students to bring or buy their own lunch in advance as food will not be provided at the event. There are a number of catering outlets also available on campus, including a café in the building.

How do I get there? We recommend travelling to the University via public transport. 91̽»¨ has great transport links, with several park and ride sites, and is easily accessible by train.

Visitor Parking - We are unable to offer visitor parking on campus and the public 'pay and display' parking close by is very limited. Find more travel advice and plan your journey to our campus. The nearest tram stop to the Diamond is the University of 91̽»¨ tram stop, just a few minutes walk away. If you or your guests have a disability read our access information.

Blue Badge Parking - An additional 20 blue-badge parking spaces are available in the . Alternatively, blue badge bays at the following Q-Park on campus provide good access to the Diamond for this event, but are subject to availability on the day.

Private Coach Parking - Coach drop-off is available at  or but coaches will be required to park at as there is no available coach parking on campus.