Exchange Program 2016 Study at Shizuoka University, Japan

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1 Exchange Program 2016 Study at Shizuoka University, Japan 1

2 Where we are Access By Bullet Train 〇 Shizuoka campus: 1 hour from Tokyo 〇 Hamamatsu campus: 1.5 hour from Tokyo 30min from Nagoya We are located in the heart of Japan! Campus Mascot (Shizuppi)

3 Industry of Shizuoka Prefecture (Source:Shizuoka Prefecture Website

4 ü Na9onal University Shizuoka University outline ü Top University of the Region ü Research & Exchange Partner of more than 70 universihes and inshtutes in Europe and Asia ü Strong in Engineering, Science & Technology ü Link with Industry and Local Government ü Overseas offices in Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam

5 Outline of Shizuoka University Faculties 6 Engineering, Informatics, Science, Agriculture, Humanity & Social Sciences, Education Graduate Schools Master s programs 3 Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Graduate School of Education, Graduate School of Integrated Science and Technology Doctoral programs 2 Graduate School of Science and Technology, Graduate School of Education Professional Degree programs 2 Research Institutes 2 Students Total: 10,000 Undergraduate 8,764 Postgraduate Master s course 1,304 Doctoral course 200 Professional Degree Course 61 International students 313 Staff 1,181 Shizuoka Campus Hamamatsu Campus 5

6 140 International Students students from 30 countries

7 Ⅰ. Study at Shizuoka University, Japan 1. Schedules 1 October,2016 ~ March, 2017 (1 semester) 2 October,2016 ~September, 2017 (2 semesters) 3 April, 2017~September, 2017 (1 semester) 4 April, 2017~March, 2018 (2 semesters) : recommended ( up to 1 5 student(s)/term based on the respective agreement)

8 2. Information for Exchange Program Application process (after MU nomination) Study Areas Humanities and Social Sciences, Education, Informatics, Science, Engineering, Agriculture Language Requirements A reasonable command of Japanese or English Language Used in Class Japanese (There are some English courses). Lenght of Stay Full academic year (1 year) or one semester (6 months) Academic Level Undergraduate, Master Course or PhD Course Accommodation In and off campus dormitories or an apartment near the University

9 3. Japanese Programs The International Center offers various types of Japanese programs for the international students: ①Japanese Language Program ②Japanese Course for Graduates (Intensive Course) ③Japanese Course for Undergraduates (Intensive Course) ④General Education

10 3. Japanese Programs 1Japanese Language Program (15 Campus and Hamamatsu Campus Five different levels of classes: Japanese 1 for beginners 3 classes/w Basic Japanese Japanese 2 for elementary learners 3 classes/w Elementary Japanese Japanese 3 for lower-intermediate learners 3 classes/w Reading & Grammar, Listening & Vocabulary, Writing & speaking Japanese 4 for upper-intermediate 3 classes/w Reading & Grammar, Listening & Vocabulary, Writing & speaking Japanese 5 for advanced learners 2 classes/w Integrated Japanese *JP4 & JP5 are not offered in the Hamamatsu campus.

11 3. Japanese Programs 1Japanese Language Program (15 Campus and Hamamatsu Campus 1 class is 2 hours 15 weeks=30 contact hours/ semester You can also attend classes of one level higher or lower than your level. (For example, if your level is Japanese 3, you can attend JP2 and JP4 as well as JP3.) Academic credits are offered to the students who successfully completed the course.

12 3. Japanese Programs 2Japanese Course for Graduates (Intensive Course) n n (15 Campus Course for beginners 3 classes/day 15 classes/w - Basic Japanese(10 classes/w) - Conversation(1 class/w) - Listening(1 class/w) - Writing(1 class/w) - Kanji(1 class/w) - Orientation to Japan(1 class/w) Academic credits are not offered, but you can get the credits of your university with our transcript and certificate.

13 I took the Japanese intensive course because I wanted to quickly improve my Japanese language skills. The course teachers were very helpful and I was able to learn so much about Japanese language and culture as well. I enjoyed the program and recommend it to anyone wanting to improve their Japanese! :)

14 3. Japanese Programs 3Japanese Course for Undergraduates (Intensive Course) (15 Campus Intended for those who have completed the elementary level of Japanese Starting in Oct. (Not in April) 2 classes/day 10 classes/w - Textbook (4 classes/w) - Science Japanese (1 class/w) - Conversation (1 class/w) - Listening (1 class/w) - Writing (2 classes/w) - Rapid reading (1class/w) 1 class is 2 hours 15 weeks=30 contact hours/term Academic credits are not offered, but you may get the credits of your university with our transcript and certificate.

15 3.Japanese Programs 4General Education (15 Campus and Hamamatsu Campus Advanced Japanese classes for degree undergraduate international students as a part of the general education, but open to exchange students Japanese language Ⅱ Ⅳ Ⅵ (starting in Oct.) Japanese language Ⅰ Ⅲ V (starting in April) Japanese Culture (starting in April.) 1 class is 2 hours 15 weeks=30 contact hours/ term The academic credits are offered to students who pass the examinations

16 3. Japanese Programs

17 4. Study & Exchange Program in Japan : Study option for Exchange Students To cultivate students with fundamental knowledge in the Japanese language and Japanese affairs through lectures and seminars. PPrr ooggrr aamm LLeecctt uurree// sseemmii nnaarr CCll aassss hhoouurrss CCrreeddii tt Introduction to the Study & Exchange Program in Japan lleeccttuurree 44 Introduction to Japanese culture (twice a year) lleeccttuurree 44 Introduction to foreign cultures sseemmii nnaarr International exchange activities sseemmii nnaarr 2244 Japanese culture experiences sseemmii nnaarr Final paper for the Study & Exchange Program in Japan lleeccttuurree 66 Presentation on the achievements through studying in sseemmii nnaarr Japan 88 2 ttoottaall 4466

18 4. Academic Courses You are accepted as a student of one of the faculties. Most of the academic courses of general education and the various faculties are open to exchange students. Some courses are instructed in English Decide which courses to take under the guidance of your advisor.

19 5. Model Study Plans Exchange students are required to take more than 7 classes/w according to the resident status. [First semseter] 1 10 or 15 Japanese classes of the Intensive Course Japanese classes +1-2 academic course(s) Japanese classes +4-5 academic courses [ Second Semester] + Study&exchange program in Japan less Japanese classes and more academic courses + Study&exchange program in Japan *Official transcripts are available.

20 6. Academic Courses in English General education for undergraduate students: International Society & Japan Contemporary Society Biology and Environment Life Sciences Science & Technolgoy Evolution & Global Environment Nature & Physics Japanese History and Culture Psychology Japanese Economy & Society Japanese Literature International Master s Course (English Program): Graduate School of Integrated Science and Technology Department of Informatics: Department of Science: Department of Engineering: Department of Agriculture:

21 Ⅱ. Life in Shizuoka 1. Accommodations Most of the exchange students live in the International Residence (\5,900~23,000). Dormitories and apartments ( \30,000)are also available. New International Residence is now under construction! International Residence (~March 2016) Every room has a bathroom. There are a common kitchen and laundry room on each floor.

22 International residence in Shizuoka

23 International residence in Hamamatsu n "

24 2. Student Life Various support from International Center Academic advisor and personal tutor Counseling service in English and Health Services Center Many kinds of exchange activities Field trips and study tours Volunteer Students available All kinds of extracurricular activities

25 3. Fund: Scholarship of JASSO (Japanese Student Services Organization) About 25 exchange students for 2016 coming to Shizuoka University can get this scholarship. Monthly Allowance: About 80,000 Tenure of Scholarship:12 months Please apply through your university.

26 4. Fees and Costs Tuition : waived. National Health Insurance 20,000/year The coverage most advantageous 70% of medical expenses can be reimbursed. Student Insurance 2,000/year Indemnifies students from any injuries during any academic or social programs or extracurricular activities at the university. Monthly cost: Accommodation: 5,900~30000 Food expenses: \30,000~ \90,000~ in total

27 Ⅲ. Feedbacks from former participants 1. QUESTIONNAIRE For Exchange Students and Japanese Language and Culture Students How do you evaluate your study in Shizuoka?

28 Ⅲ. Feedbacks from former participants 1. QUESTIONNAIRE for 2012 Exchange Students and Japanese Language and Culture Students How do you evaluate your study in Shizuoka? Study in Japan in general Japanese language Fully Satisfied Satisfied Fully Satisfied Satisfied

29 Understanding Japan and Japanese people Knowledge of special field Fully Satisfied Satisfied Fully Satisfied Satisfied OK Usefulness for your carrier Fully Satisfied Satisfied OK

30 Maturity as a person Fully Satisfied Satisfied OK Friends Fully Satisfied Satisfied OK

31 The very helpful teachers,friendly students and the beautiful scenery on campus. (Christine, USA) Beautiful Mt. Fuji and friendly people here! (Catlea & Muthia, Indonesia) I m glad I have met Shizuoka University in my life. (Sharmilee, India) I m so happy joining many circles such as skate board, snow board and so on. (Akemi, Brazil)

32 Ⅳ. How to apply Apply through your International Office By March, Ⅴ. Contact InternaHonal Center, Shizuoka University Address: 836 Ohya, Suruga- ku, Shizuoka- shi, JAPAN TEL: FAX: Home Page: hap:// hap://