Imagine if the prerequisite to getting into an entire fandom was a university-level degree, and that there were schools providing such education for interested people.
Enter the Idol University.
Course Description
Introduction
Through the 3-year Bachelor of Idol Studies (BIdS) program, the Idol University's aim is to provide students with a world-class education in the world of pop idols and popular culture that is necessary to understand and participate in idol fandoms and industries the world over. This course also helps to prepare students for further postgraduate research and enables students to achieve their maximum potential in their professional careers.This course allows students to meet professional accreditation requirements specified by idol group fandom and industry professional bodies. Graduates, upon completion of the degree, can proceed directly to employment, an Honours year or further professional or graduate studies.
Course Structure & Requirements
The degree requires the successful completion of x subjects comprising:
- At least one major from the following: AKB48, Johnny's, Hello! Project, Korean Idol Groups, Generalist
- The following core subjects:
- IDL-101 Japanese Popular Culture
- IDL-201 History of Idols
- IDL-202 Organisations and Media Structure
- IDL-301 Contemporary Idol Groups
Students may wish to enrol in a concurrent Diploma of Asian Languages (Japanese or Korean).
AKB48 Major
Studying the AKB48 major at Idol University will help you obtain a greater understanding and equip yourself with knowledge behind one of the most successful and largest idol groups in the world. Graduates who have studied the AKB48 major are often found working in many of the world's leading fan institutions and idol group industries, employed in a wide variety of positions.
Professional accreditation
Most AKB48-related employment positions often require the membership into one of the following major fan institutions:
Full membership requirements vary, but usually require prospective students to have completed certain subjects in the Bachelor of Idol Studies and a pass rate in a competency exam. The Idol University does not recommend one institution over the other. Instead, we encourage you to explore your own career options, research prospective employers and compare their preferences with the stated aims of each professional body.
Course Structure: AKB48
In addition to the compulsory BIdS core subjects, the minimum subject requirements for successful completion of the major are listed below:
- AKB-301: Fans, Management and the Media
- AKB-302: Member Studies
Subjects often have prerequisite requirements before students are able to enrol.
Honours Program: AKB48
Available for high-achieving students enrolled in the AKB48 major, the Honours program is an additional fourth year for students that wish to undertake cutting-edge research. Moreover, the Honours program is a stepping stone for students who wish to pursue further academic studies including the PhD.
Students are required to complete the following subjects in fourth year Honours:
- AKB-401: Honours Research Thesis
- IDL-401: Critical Analytical and Research Methods
plus at least one of the following subjects:
- AKB-402: Advanced Member Studies
- AKB-403: Fan Behaviour
- AKB-404: Advanced Performance and Media Studies
- AKB-405: Research Seminars in AKB48 Studies
and electives chosen from a list of approved -3xx and -4xx subjects throughout the Faculty.
Subject Descriptions
Guide
AKB-: Subjects taught by the Department of AKB48 Studies
IDL-: Multidisciplinary subjects taught by academics from across the entire faculty
HEL-: Subjects taught by the Department of Hello! Project Studies
JOH-: Subjects taught by the Department of Johnny's Entertainment Studies
KOR-: Subjects taught by the Department of Korean Studies
HEL-: Subjects taught by the Department of Hello! Project Studies
JOH-: Subjects taught by the Department of Johnny's Entertainment Studies
KOR-: Subjects taught by the Department of Korean Studies
-1xx: Grade 1 subjects
-2xx: Grade 2 subjects
-3xx: Grade 3 subjects
-4xx: Honours Program subjects
-4xx: Honours Program subjects
IDL-101 Japanese Popular Culture
Prerequisities: N/A
This subject provides students with a basic understanding of concepts and trends found in Japanese popular culture. In particular, detailed treatment will be given to topics such as Japanese popular culture post-WWII, the digital economy in Japan, the otaku phenomenon and international perspectives to Japanese popular culture. Subject co-ordinator/s: TBA
Prerequisities: N/A
This subject provides students with a basic understanding of concepts and trends found in Japanese popular culture. In particular, detailed treatment will be given to topics such as Japanese popular culture post-WWII, the digital economy in Japan, the otaku phenomenon and international perspectives to Japanese popular culture. Subject co-ordinator/s: TBA
IDL-201 History of Idols
Prerequisities: IDL-101 and at least one other Grade 1 subject.
Pop idols, particularly in the East Asian context, have a long history dating back to the early '60s. This subject aims to take a deeper look at the history and the development of pop idols in East Asia, particularly in Japan and Korea. Subject co-ordinator/s: Tensai
Prerequisities: IDL-101 and at least one other Grade 1 subject.
Pop idols, particularly in the East Asian context, have a long history dating back to the early '60s. This subject aims to take a deeper look at the history and the development of pop idols in East Asia, particularly in Japan and Korea. Subject co-ordinator/s: Tensai
IDL-202 Organisations and Media Structure
Prerequisities: IDL-101 and at least one other Grade 1 subject.
This subject provides a rigorous overview of the hierarchies and structures found in the Japanese and Korean media and entertainment industry, its many stakeholders and issues facing the industry in contemporary history. Special attention will be given to the effects of the Internet, digital distribution and piracy have on media and entertainment organisations within Japan and Korea. Subject co-ordinator/s: TBA
IDL-203 The Fandom
Prerequisities: IDL-101 and at least one other Grade 1 subject.
Wherever there are pop idols, fans will exist. This subject provides students with an understanding of what is fandom, how fans behave individually, technology and fans, and issues surrounding identity. Both Western and East Asian contexts will be explored. Subject co-ordinator/s: TBA
Prerequisities: IDL-101 and at least one other Grade 1 subject.
This subject provides a rigorous overview of the hierarchies and structures found in the Japanese and Korean media and entertainment industry, its many stakeholders and issues facing the industry in contemporary history. Special attention will be given to the effects of the Internet, digital distribution and piracy have on media and entertainment organisations within Japan and Korea. Subject co-ordinator/s: TBA
IDL-203 The Fandom
Prerequisities: IDL-101 and at least one other Grade 1 subject.
Wherever there are pop idols, fans will exist. This subject provides students with an understanding of what is fandom, how fans behave individually, technology and fans, and issues surrounding identity. Both Western and East Asian contexts will be explored. Subject co-ordinator/s: TBA
IDL-301 Contemporary Idol Groups and Personalities
Prerequisities: IDL-201, IDL-202 and at least one other Grade 2 subject with the subject code AKB-, HEL-, JOH- or KOR-.
Whilst much attention has been given to the major popular idol groups by the media and the public alike, this subject provides students with a thorough understanding of other contemporary idol groups that exist throughout Japan. Topics include (but not limited to): Stardust Promotion idols; Idoling!!!; avex entertainment idols; maid cafe idols; seiyuus; fashion blogger idols; Shibuya-kei; indies idol groups. Particular attention will be given to how modern idol research informs our understanding of these topics. Subject co-ordinator/s: petelechem, Jul3
IDL-302 Financial Management and Economics
Prerequisities: IDL-201, IDL-202 and at least one other Grade 2 subject with the subject code AKB-, HEL-, JOH- or KOR-.
Topics include: fundamental accounting, economic and financial concepts; analysis of financial statements; basic cost management; project finance and management; market economics; industrial economics; game theory and strategy. In particular, applications to the idol and entertainment industry will be discussed. Subject co-ordinator/s: 55Cyanides
IDL-401: Critical Analytical and Research Methods
Prerequisities: Entrance into the Honours Program.
This subject provides students with the fundamental skills and techniques in forming critical commentaries and analysis, as well as a thorough understanding of the basic quantitative and qualitative research techniques used in idol research across all media sources. Subject co-ordinator/s: symbv
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Prerequisities: IDL-201, IDL-202 and at least one other Grade 2 subject with the subject code AKB-, HEL-, JOH- or KOR-.
Whilst much attention has been given to the major popular idol groups by the media and the public alike, this subject provides students with a thorough understanding of other contemporary idol groups that exist throughout Japan. Topics include (but not limited to): Stardust Promotion idols; Idoling!!!; avex entertainment idols; maid cafe idols; seiyuus; fashion blogger idols; Shibuya-kei; indies idol groups. Particular attention will be given to how modern idol research informs our understanding of these topics. Subject co-ordinator/s: petelechem, Jul3
IDL-302 Financial Management and Economics
Prerequisities: IDL-201, IDL-202 and at least one other Grade 2 subject with the subject code AKB-, HEL-, JOH- or KOR-.
Topics include: fundamental accounting, economic and financial concepts; analysis of financial statements; basic cost management; project finance and management; market economics; industrial economics; game theory and strategy. In particular, applications to the idol and entertainment industry will be discussed. Subject co-ordinator/s: 55Cyanides
IDL-401: Critical Analytical and Research Methods
Prerequisities: Entrance into the Honours Program.
This subject provides students with the fundamental skills and techniques in forming critical commentaries and analysis, as well as a thorough understanding of the basic quantitative and qualitative research techniques used in idol research across all media sources. Subject co-ordinator/s: symbv
Part 2 continues here.
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