Japanese Language and Culture Course
The purpose of this course (JLC) is to teach Japanese language and Japanese culture to international students. The course consists of Subjects for International Students taught in Japanese, and Global Frontier Classes, Skill Up for Studying Abroad, Specialized Education Courses of the Faculty of Law taught in English, and so on.One of the features of this course is that it accepts students who are new to the Japanese language, and offers Japanese language classes from the beginner level. The course also offers classes on Japan studies and diverse themes in the English language.
＊JLC is not for students who intend to proceed to the university or graduate school in Japan. JLC is different from the preparatory course(Bekka).
Characteristics of the curriculums
• Various Levels of Japanese Language
JLC offers 7 levels of Japanese language classes from the beginner to advanced level so that students are able to take classes in accordance with their linguistic ability (level of Japanese proficiency).
• Variety of specialized subjects in English
Global Frontier Classes are taught at JLC, consisting of modules in eight specialized fields. Students are able to look at Japan from various perspectives and enhance knowledge of history, culture, literature, society, politics, science, and technology.
• Subjects for International Students in Japanese
Students will be able to explore various aspects of Japan and Japanese society in Japanese, and improve advanced communication and problem-solving skills necessary for global business and global human resources.
Life and extra-curricular activities
• Cultural exchanges with other students in the dormitories
Students are able to apply for the international dormitories. Resident Assistants who are students at Kansai University will live with international students to support their daily life. Since capacities of accommodations are limited, not everyone can live in a preferred dormitory.
• Kansai University Community
Students enrolled in the JLC will be immersed in school life as a member of the Kansai University community. Also, students can participate in varieties of activities with exchange students and Kansai University students. Each student will be issued with student ID to use facilities at Kansai University such as the library and IT Center.
- Period of study
- One semester (half a year) or two semesters (one year)
- Tuition
- Tuition JPY500,000 per semester
*Living expense is NOT included. Please refer to the course guide for more details. - Qualifications
- Students who meet all the following requirements:
(1) Those who are foreign nationals and have completed 12-year curriculum of schooling in their home country
(2) Those who are enrolled in or have graduated from foreign universities or graduate schools
(3) Those who have the ability to support themselves financially during their study in Japan
※Contact Kansai University, if you possess dual nationality with Japan and other country. - Application Period
- April Admission starts: Early September to mid-October
September Admission starts: Early March to mid-April
※Please refer to the Course Guide for details. - Application Procedure
- Please read the course guide carefully, and send the application package to Center for International Education of Kansai University by the deadline.
- Course guide and Application form
- 日本語 English
Academic Calendar (tentative : for reference only)
| Spring Semester (April-September) | Fall Semester (September-March) | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance of application | Must be received by mid October | Must be received by mid April |
| Notification of results | Late December | Late June |
| Visa Application | Around February | Around August |
| Entry into Japan | Late March | Early September |
| Classes begin | Early April | Mid September |
| Casses end | Late July | Late January |
| Examinations | Late July - End of July | Late January |
| Graduation ceremony | Late July - Early August | Late January |
| Announcement of grades | Early September | Mid March |
| Semester ends | Mid September | End of March |
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