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Do you already have strong Japanese language skills? And would you like to study for up to a year on the beautiful campus of a highly regarded university in Japan, experiencing all aspects of Japanese university life in the same way that your Japanese classmates do? If so, then this non-degree program may be just what you are looking for.

Curriculum

Non-degree-seeking students admitted into an academic department at Konan University enroll in mainstream academic courses instructed in the Japanese language. The academic year begins in April and ends in January (February) the following year and is divided into two semesters (April to July or August and September to January). Each semester consists of 15 weeks of instruction. Students may be able to transfer credits earned for successfully completed courses at Konan University to their home university.

Accommodation

The Konan International Exchange Center assists exchange students with finding and securing housing accommodation for the duration of the program. Students also receive administrative assistance as well as on-campus student support to assist in the transition to university life at Konan University.

Who can apply

Students enrolled at partner universities may apply through their home institution for one academic year or one semester term depending on the agreement with their university. Interested students must meet Japanese language ability requirements specified by their home university to participate in exchange programs that begin in April and September. For further information about studying at Konan University, students should contact the study abroad office at their home university or the Konan International Exchange Center at Konan University.

Konan International Exchange Center
(Konan University)

Tel
+81 (0)78-452-1641
Email:
kiec-asia@adm.konan-u.ac.jp

Partner Universities

Are you interested in earning a degree from a Japanese university? It is a big commitment and strong Japanese language skills are needed in order to succeed. If you are prepared for this sort of challenge, then Konan University might be a perfect match for you. We will do our best to assist you as you pursue your academic goals in order to make the future that you dream about become a reality.

Students matriculated at universities not affiliated with Konan University may apply for admission to the university through the normal admission process. Privately funded foreign students have to pass the general entrance examination just as Japanese students do in order to gain admission into an undergraduate, graduate, or research program at Konan University.

Students matriculated at universities not affiliated with Konan University may apply for admission to the university through the normal admission process. Privately funded foreign students have to pass the general entrance examination just as Japanese students do in order to gain admission into an undergraduate, graduate, or research program at Konan University.

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Accommodation

International students are responsible to secure housing for themselves once they have been accepted into a degree program at Konan University. If suitable accommodation cannot be found, students may inquire at the Konan International Exchange Center for information and advice regarding off-campus housing options.

Program Fees

International students are responsible for covering all Konan University tuition fees, travel expenses, living expenses, health insurance and any other incidentals that may arise during their period of enrollment.

Konan University provides various financial assistance options to help students from foreign countries to study in Japan. Under this degree program, Konan University offers a 30 percent reduction of the tuition for privately funded foreign students provided they can meet the required conditions.

Additionally, once accepted by Konan University, students may contact the Konan International Exchange Center for information regarding scholarships offered by private organizations and government-funded scholarships.

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Konan International Exchange Center
(Konan University)

Tel
+81 (0)78-452-1641
Email:
kiec-asia@adm.konan-u.ac.jp

Partner Universities

For universities looking to provide their students with short-term Japan-based study tours, Konan University is a great choice. We have plenty of experience in designing such programs to meet the unique needs of each of our visiting groups. These short-term programs tend to range in duration from just a few days up to approximately two weeks. They typically involve guest lectures by Konan professors, experiential learning opportunities related to Japanese traditional culture, field trips, company visits, and exchange events with Konan students.

Experiential Learning

At Konan we have a hands-on approach to learning, and this is especially true when hosting groups who have come from overseas to be with us for only a short time. In these cases, we strive to provide as many opportunities as possible for students to encounter real Japanese culture up close. For example, we can provide programs in which students learn about and participate in the Japanese tea ceremony (sado), and try their hand at Japanese calligraphy (shodo). Students can also practice the delicate art of Japanese flower arrangement (kado), and see a traditional stage performance (noh). Cooking traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi) together is also an option, as is experiencing a performance of powerful Japanese drumming (wadaiko) at which students can try out the drums for themselves. These and many other opportunities to directly encounter aspects of Japan's rich and deep culture can be arranged in these short-term programs.

Destinations

Ideally located in the heart of the Kansai region, Konan is the perfect base for exploring all the treasures that western Japan has to offer. Popular field trip destinations include Osaka and downtown Kobe which are both only about 30 minutes from campus, and historic Kyoto which can be reached in roughly an hour. Beyond these three major cities, the old capitol of Nara, the castle town of Himeji, and the famous mountaintop Buddhist monasteries collectively known as Koya-san area all within a couple of hours from campus.

Company Visits

Konan University has three particularly strong academic departments related to business and management, and thanks to our alumni we have deep roots in the Kansai region's business community. Thus, one consistently popular option for the short-term programs we design is the visits to Japanese companies that we can arrange. Recent programs have included visits to food and beverage companies, makers of stationary and furniture, carpentry, amusement park management, warehousing, and shipbuilding.

Cross-Cultural Friendships

We recruit our internationally-minded Konan students for participation in all short-term programs, and one of the most important aspects of any of these study tours is the interaction that occurs among the students. Visiting students will have plenty of chances to explore Kobe with their Japanese counterparts in their free time.

Contact Us

Program content can be tailored based on discussions between the home university and Konan. The particular learning objectives of the tour, the participants窶・majors and interests, and the participants窶・previous travel experiences in Japan and Kansai area will all be taken into account when tailoring a program. If you wish to collaborate with Konan to arrange a short-term program for your students, please feel free to send us a message.

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