Learn Japanese
Learn Japanese with our lunch time and evening language classes.
Explore our Japanese language short course
Discover the richness of Japanese culture, including authentic cuisine, dramas and animes, and business opportunities in a thriving economy.
Our Japanese language courses are designed to focus on spoken language while also exploring Japanese culture and society. You’ll learn both Hiragana and Katakana writing systems from our experienced and qualified tutors.
Join a friendly and constructive learning environment that encourages effective communication in Japanese, whilst making the learning process enjoyable and rewarding.
See our available Japanese courses by study level below, with information about course length, start dates, fees and whether they’re open for enrolment.
You can also find out more general information about our courses, including which study level is right for you, details about your learning experience and what facilities are available.
- Level 1 – Beginners
Days, time and mode Start date End date Duration Fees Enrolment Thursdays, 6pm - 7.15pm (in-person) 9 Oct 2025 21 May 2026 24 weeks £345 (£315 conc.) Closed Wednesdays, 6pm - 7.30pm (in-person) 28 Jan 2026 17 June 2026 18 weeks £310 (£290 conc.) Open Thursdays, 2pm - 3.30pm (in-person) 29 Jan 2026 18 June 2026 18 weeks £310 (£290 conc.) Open - Level 2 – Elementary
Days, time and mode Start date End date Duration Fees Enrolment Thursdays, 7.15pm - 8.30pm (in-person) 9 Oct 2025 21 May 2026 24 weeks £345 (£315 conc.) Closed - Level 3 – Intermediate
Days, time and mode Start date End date Duration Fees Enrolment Mondays, 6pm - 7.15pm (in-person 6 Oct 2025 18 May 2026 24 weeks £345 (£315 conc.) Closed - Level 4 – Upper-intermediate
Days, time and mode Start date End date Duration Fees Enrolment Tuesdays, 6pm - 7.15pm (in-person) 7 Oct 2025 19 May 2026 24 weeks £345 (£315 conc.) Closed - Level 5 – Advanced
Days, time and mode Start date End date Duration Fees Enrolment Tuesdays, 7.15pm - 8.30pm (in-person) 3 Oct 2025 12 May 2026 24 weeks £345 (£315 conc.) Closed
Terms and conditions
If you’re thinking of enrolling we recommend you read our full terms and conditions.
Contact
If you have any queries, email languageshortcourses@sussex.ac.uk or call +44(0) 1273 872575.
Use our enquiry form if you have a question about any of our language short courses.
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