Course Overview

The Pre-Advanced Japanese (N3) Course offered by Study Online Japanese is crafted for learners who have completed the Intermediate (N4) level and are ready to elevate their Japanese skills. This course is designed to bridge the gap between conversational fluency and advanced comprehension, focusing on JLPT N3 preparation, real-world communication, and confident reading and listening.

Course Duration & Batch Options

Choose the schedule that fits your lifestyle:

✅ Weekday Batches: Finish in 4 months
✅ Weekend Batches: Complete in 5 months

What You Will Achieve

This course is designed to empower students to:

• Confidently prepare for the JLPT N3 exam
• Speak fluently on diverse and complex topics
• Understand intermediate to advanced texts, articles, and instructions
• Listen to and comprehend spoken Japanese at natural speed
• Master essential N3-level grammar and vocabulary

Reading & Listening Skill Development

• Reading: Students will learn to read and interpret short essays, newspaper articles, opinion pieces, and narratives involving intermediate kanji and vocabulary.
• Listening: Lessons focus on understanding conversations involving more than two people, with faster and more natural Japanese speech found in TV, radio, or workplace scenarios.

Real-Life Application

The N3 course emphasizes functional use of Japanese in both academic and professional settings. By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Write structured paragraphs and express opinions or feelings in writing
• Engage in nuanced conversations—such as expressing preferences, giving reasons, and handling social situations politely
• Be fully equipped to clear the JLPT N3 and take the next step toward JLPT N2

Teaching Methodology

Study Online Japanese uses a dynamic and interactive learning model built for online learners. Students benefit from:

• High-quality video lectures explaining grammar, sentence patterns, and usage
• Flashcards and vocabulary boosters to reinforce retention
• Conversation kits for practical speaking skills
• Audio drills and practice sets modeled after JLPT N3 standards
• Sample papers and mock tests to assess exam readiness

JLPT N3 Exam Structure & Passing Criteria

To pass the JLPT N3, students must meet the following minimum score requirements:

This ensures learners are balanced in all three core skills: grammar, reading, and listening.

Who Should Take This Course?

• Students who have completed the JLPT N4 or equivalent
• Professionals aiming for job roles that require Japanese communication
• Students planning to study abroad or take N2 in the near future
• Learners who want to speak naturally and confidently with native speakers
• Those interested in Japanese media, literature, or business communication

Enroll Now – Step Into Confident, Natural Japanese

The Pre-Advanced Japanese (N3) Course at TLS – The Japanese Language School is your gateway to fluency. With structured lessons, expert guidance, and exam-focused strategies, this course prepares you to confidently crack the JLPT N3 and handle real-life communication in Japanese—whether in academics, work, or daily life in Japan.

Take the next big step in your Japanese journey with TLS.