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KOMAZAWA UNIVERSITY

KOMAZAWA UNIVERSITY Established in 1882

Komazawa University International Center

1-23-1 Komazawa, -ku, Tokyo 154-8525 JAPAN Tel: +81-3-3702-9732 Fax:+81-3-3702-9721 E-mail: [email protected]

Chief Editor: UENO Katsuhiro, Director of International Center Editing and English Composition: ASHWELL Tim, Professor, Faculty of Global Media Studies Editing and English Translation: UEDA Norifumi, Associate Professor, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, MIKI Nozomi, Lecturer, Faculty of Arts and Sciences KOMAZAWA UNIVERSITY Contents 06 Student Life 08 Special Courses for International Students Spirit of Foundation 09 International Exchange

Komazawa University aims to cultivate 11 Undergraduate Programs students who try to introspect, learn new 12 Faculty of Buddhism trends in academic studies and practice them in modern society by applying Buddhist 14 Faculty of Letters Teachings and the Spirit of to today ’s 20 Faculty of Economics education. Komazawa University will make every effort 22 Faculty of Law to achieve its purposes as a university by 24 Faculty of Business Administration promoting intellectual advancement, while also efficiently making use of the advantages 26 Faculty of Health Sciences of being located in the center of metropolitan 28 Faculty of Global Media Studies Tokyo. 30 Postgraduate Programs 31 Research Centers and Laboratory 32 Admission for International Students 33 Fees 34 Scholarships 35 Map 04 05 Student Life We are here to provide support so that each of you can lead a full university life.

The Careers Center Dormitory Clubs and Activities The Careers Center makes time to meet with you individually, and provides tailor-made careers advice. The Careers Center provides students with not only support in applying for various qualifications courses, internship programs and joint International Exchange House Sports Association company information sessions, but also with practical lectures on how to join in group discussions and how to prepare for Komazawa University has a dormitory with 14 private rooms. This The members of the Sports job interviews. accommodation is available only for official exchange students, visiting Association are the stars who take scholars and researchers. The International Center assigns the rooms to part in official matches to uphold official exchange students as its first priority, and secondly to visiting the honour of the University and scholars and researchers. the club. All groups which are Welfare members of the Komazawa The Health Care Center The Student Counseling Room University Sports Association are affiliated members of the various The Health Care Center provides not only first-aid treatment It is natural for students to have various concerns and worries sports federations. If you have the for sudden illness and injury but also medical care and during their time at university. Dealing with such concerns and motivation, even complete beginners counseling for physical and mental concerns. Whether you worries one at a time by yourself means you will be strong have a condition upon entering university or develop a enough to enter society after graduation. However, it is no can become active members. condition after entering university which may affect your good allowing these worries to build up inside so that the studies, you can consult doctors who specialize in internal situation worsens. At these times, the Student Counseling medicine, surgery, orthopedics, and psychosomatic internal Room comes into play. Here you can consult our professional medicine. This center also offers health guidance about counselors, advisors and lawyers in total confidentiality about Cultural and Arts Clubs first-aid treatment and the prevention of illness. your concerns no matter how small or big they may be. These groups were established before 1972 and have a long tradition. You can really make the most of your time at university by joining one of these cultural, arts, study or performance clubs, where you will be able to make new friends and The International Center meet new challenges. The International Center, established in May, 1988, is the office for the international exchange of students and scholars. The center promotes the internationalization of the University. One of its main activities is to teach Japanese language and culture to international students and to the Japanese returnee students who have lived extensively in foreign countries. The center also provides English language instruction for Komazawa University students. room202 (sample)

06 07 Special Courses for International Students International Exchange For non-native Japanese speaking students the following courses in Japanese language and Japanese studies are offered. International exchange is an ideal opportunity for changing the way you look at things and think about them and for widening your horizons. Komazawa has sister school agreements with 13 universities in nine countries and regions.

Title Credits Description

Introductory Japanese Language Ⅰa,Ⅰb -Ⅱa, Ⅱb 1 Improves speaking, writing, listening and reading skills in elementary Japanese.

Improves speaking, writing, listening, and reading skills in intermediate and advanced Japanese. Japanese LanguageⅠa,Ⅰb -Ⅵa, Ⅵb 1 The advanced courses train students in conversational fluency, aural comprehension of newspapers and news programs, and writing skills sufficient for composing a thesis in Japanese.

(a, b mean 1st Sem. and 2nd Sem. respectively.) Title Credits Description

Japanese Affairs Ⅰ 2 Geography

Japanese Affairs Ⅱ 2 Natural Sciences

Japanese Affairs Ⅲ 2 History

Japanese Affairs Ⅳ 2 Philosophy

Japanese Affairs Ⅴ 2 Society (Australia) Aix-Marseille University (France) (U.S.A.) Japanese Affairs Ⅵ 2 Politics and Law The (Australia) (The Republic of Korea) California State University, Los Angeles (U.S.A.) Japanese Affairs Ⅶ 2 Japanese Literature Cardenal Cisneros University College, The University of British Columbia (Canada) The University of California, Irvine (U.S.A.) Japanese Affairs Ⅷ 2 Culture and Arts University of Alcalá (Spain)

Japanese Affairs Ⅸ 2 Economics East China Normal University (China) (Taiwan)

Japanese Affairs Ⅹ 2 Business Administration (China) The (U.K.)

08 09 Undergraduate Programs

FACULTY DEPARTMENT DEGREE

Zen Buddhist Studies B.A. (Zen Buddhism) Buddhism Buddhist Studies B.A. (Buddhism)

Japanese Literature B.A. (Japanese Literature) English and American Literature B.A. (English and American Literature) Geography B.A. (Geography) Letters History B.A. (History) Sociology: Sociology Program B.S. (Sociology) Sociology: Social Work Program B.S. (Social Work) Psychology B.S. (Psychology)

Economics B.A. (Economics) Economics Commerce B.A. (Commerce) Contemporary Applied Economics B.A. (Economics)

Law LL.B. (Laws) Law Political Science LL.B. (Political Science)

Business Administration Business Administration B.B.A. (Business Administration) Marketing Management B.B.A. (Business Administration)

Health Sciences Radiological Sciences B.H.S. (Health Science)

Global Media Studies Global Media B.A. (Media)

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences consists of seven departments and offers mainly University-wide general education courses. The Department of Arts and Sciences Philosophy and Religious Studies and the Department of Japanese Culture provide Arts subjects; the Department of Natural Sciences, science subjects; the Department of English provides English language courses; the Department of Foreign Languages provides courses in other foreign languages; the Department of Sport and Health Studies provides courses in Sports and Health; and the Department of Teacher Education provides courses in teacher education. These subjects enable students to develop outside their normal disciplines.

10 11 Faculty of Buddhism Learn wisdom, deepen mercy and benevolence, and reflect on yourself.

Department of Zen Buddhist Studies Department of Buddhist Studies The Department offers courses in various fields of Buddhism, ranging from The Department provides courses on the science of religion and Buddhism China to Japan, from the earliest days of Zen Buddhism to the present, and developed in various regions such as India, Tibet, China, Sri Lanka and South from its teachings and philosophy to its arts. The Department also equips East Asia. The Department also provides a general introduction to the Soto students with a general knowledge of the Soto sect of Zen Buddhism from sect of Zen Buddhism. Master Dogen and Master Keizan to the present.

In your first and second years you will learn languages such as the classical Chinese In your first and second years you will learn languages such as the classical Chinese and necessary for researching literature on Buddhism and will acquire a broad Sanskrit necessary for researching literature on Buddhism and will acquire a broad fundamental knowledge of Buddhism. fundamental knowledge about Buddhism.

In your third and fourth years you will choose a field of interest from the wide range In your third and fourth years you will choose a field of interest from the wide range of of courses available and study this field in Seminar I and Seminar II. You will be able courses available and study this field in Seminar I and Seminar II. You will be able to to take special subjects provided in the Department of Buddhist Studies according take special subjects provided in the Department of Zen Buddhist Studies according to to your interests. your interests.

12 13 Department of Japanese Literature Department of English and American Literature The Department offers courses in Japanese language and literature, from The Department provides English courses to strengthen students’ English classical literature (e.g., Manyoshu, the Tale of Genji, and Heike Monogatari) proficiency and courses on English and American literature, poetry, theatrical to contemporary literature (e.g., works of Soseki Natsume, Haruki performance, film and arts culture, and history. The Department also offers Murakami, Shuntaro Tanikawa). The Department also provides various courses on English linguistics ranging from the history of English to variation in courses such as courses in Media, on Child literature, and on Performance. English.

In your first year you will learn about Japanese language and literature and the In your first and second years you will develop practical English language skills through methods for studying it. the course, “Speech and Communication.” You will also acquire the knowledge and reading skills needed to appreciate English literature through the “English Exercise” and In your second year you will be able to practice using logical thinking through debates “Literature Reading” courses. and presentations and will be able to study in a wide range of specialized courses. In your third year you can choose from a variety of elective courses based on your own In your third year you will be able to join a seminar class in which you can further individual interests. You will also take a small-group seminar course to acquire more develop your knowledge and research skills. You will also be able to take a variety of advanced knowledge and to hone your research skills. specialized courses. In your fourth year you will write a thesis through the support of tutorials. In your fourth year you will write your thesis.

Faculty of Letters Read the human mind, study humankind.

14 15 Department of Geography Department of History Cultural Study Program Japanese History Program Foreign History Program Archaeology Program

The Department offers courses and opportunities to do field work which help develop The Department offers practical courses in which In this section of the Department you will be able to develop your In this section of the Department you will have the opportunity to participate in your skills for observing and investigating life in cities and in farming and mountain students learn how to conduct historical document knowledge and skills through a variety of lectures and lessons which will archaeological digs in China as well as in Japan. This major also provides villages from a geographical perspective. The Department also provides courses which research and decipherment, theory construction and help you acquire insight into current situations in the world from the practical courses on photographic techniques, survey work, and antiquities equip you with the skills needed to research the essence of regional culture in Japan proof, and how to present their research results. The perspective of history. measurement in order to develop students’ skills for participating in and other countries in a comprehensive manner. Department also provides chances to practice historical archaeological digs. research in the field through courses such as the one In your first year you will learn about the basics of geography and will develop analytical skills in leading to the qualifications necessary to be a curator. introductory and practical courses. In your first year you will learn the basics of Japanese history In your first year you will learn basic skills such as how to use the Library and how to In your first year you will learn about the basics of archaeology and acquire abilities to In your second year you can choose from a variety of specialized subjects according to your own and basic skills in historical research. write papers, while studying an outline of world history. You will also develop your interpret archaeology from a broad perspective. individual interests. understanding of historical science methodology. In your second and third years you will choose from a variety of In your second year you will learn the basic skills and practical methodologies you will In your third year you will learn research skills in field work in elective courses. specialized subjects on different periods and fields according to In your second year you will gain knowledge about history and methodology while need on archaeological digs through practical courses. your own individual interests. “Studies in Historical Materials I to studying oriental and occidental history. You will learn basic skills for dealing with In your fourth year you will write a thesis based on the knowledge you have acquired in courses and IV” are very important courses for acquiring the skills for literary and historical documents. In your third year you will experience archaeological digs overseas as well as in Japan, while doing field work. empirical research. and will further develop your understanding of practical research methods on site. In your third year you will learn about the latest research on history. You will conduct In your third and fourth years you will learn how to interpret research into the literature and on historical documents and will report the results. In your fourth year you will write a thesis testing your own hypothesis by collecting, Environmental Study Program historical materials in the “Seminar on Studies in Japanese analyzing and interpreting History I and II.” In the fourth year you will write a thesis based In your fourth year you archaeological materials. In this Major you can study courses concerning the relationships between the regional on the knowledge you have acquired in the courses. will write a thesis based environment and human beings, in terms of climate, geography and water circulation. on your research results.

In your first year you will learn about the basics of geography and will develop analytical skills in introductory and practical courses.

In your second year you can choose from a variety of specialized subjects according to your own individual interests.

In your third year you will learn research skills in field work in elective courses.

In your fourth year you will write a thesis based on the knowledge you have acquired in courses and while doing field work.

16 17 Department of Sociology Department of Psychology

The three main features of the Department curriculum are “an emphasis on Sociology Program Social Work Program fundamental education,” “provision of a wide variety of subjects” and This section of the Department systematically offers courses from basic You will receive a step-by-step career education through the courses in “making use of the most up-to-date information.” to advanced levels. Students can learn about social systems in a this major. Courses on counselling and client support are provided for systematic way, discover their interests through study, and acquire the those who want to be professionals in the social welfare field. In your first year you will learn about the basics of psychology through introductory courses and special lectures. knowledge and flexible skills required in today’s society.

In your second year you will learn about various fields in psychology from both In your first year you will learn the basics of Sociology, develop computer skills In your first year you will learn the basics of Social Welfare, develop computer skills theoretical and practical perspectives. You will also learn about scientific and study methods in social research. and study methods in social research. You will develop a firmer image of the approaches and methods in psychology. direction you wish to take in your future career. In your second year you will learn how to read and write reports and how to In your third year you will learn from a new range of topics more about psychology make presentations in seminars. You will also be able to take lecture courses in In your second and third years you will be able to choose lectures and courses and related areas. a variety of fields. based on your own interests. You will gain more advanced knowledge and skills and will be able to put these to the test in practical training classes provided by the In your fourth year you will study a topic which interests you and write a thesis. In your third year you will be able to take a seminar class and learn more about Social Welfare specialist courses. You will also learn about living as a member of research in Sociology. You will also conduct a collaborative research project society in the career training classes provided in the Social Welfare basic course. In and make a report on it, as you acquire an understanding of advanced methods seminar classes you will develop your problem-solving abilities. in social research. In your fourth year you will write a thesis and learn special social welfare skills in In your fourth year you will write a thesis based on your own interests under the the training course for mental health care. supervision of your seminar instructor.

18 19 Faculty of Economics Department of Economics Department of Commerce Department of Contemporary Applied Economics After receiving an extensive grounding in general By thinking about how contemporary society should relate to markets and to In our Department you will learn how to view rapidly changing current economics in general, you will begin to create theoretical the companies at their center, you will begin to acquire the ability to think economic phenomena from both a macro and micro perspective through our Meeting the needs of students and society. models of your own and conduct statistical analyses of theoretically and practically for yourself. The Department of Commerce offers comprehensive curriculum which will allow you to grasp new economic trends. – Let us help you fulfill your dreams – data. The courses provided are designed to meet the future courses specifically designed to help you decide on a career path and you will You will have the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge areas such as game needs of students in their chosen field or career and ensure have opportunities to hear about the latest business trends from lecturers who theory as well as classic economic theory and economics as a system and its that students systematically learn about their specialization. are currently working in companies. relationship with law. The Department also offers courses which look at a variety of organizations which support community economics. These courses In your first year you will gain basic study skills through the In your first year you will learn how today’s companies operate in the market covering focus on the management of such organizations. The curriculum is designed Foundation Seminar, receive a broad, basic education through basic areas such as distribution and information, accounting and management, and to allow you to choose from a wide selection of courses. the University Common Courses, and will build the foundations finance and trade. you will need in your specialist field. In your first year you will learn techniques for acquiring many types of knowledge In your second year you will build on your basic knowledge of commerce and will which you will encounter at university while at the same time taking liberal arts In your second year you will deepen your specialist knowledge develop the ability to think about society as you begin to gain a more specialized courses and learning about the fundamentals of economics. in small seminar classes and will systematically take specialist understanding. subjects in your chosen field. In your second year you will deepen your understanding and gain greater expertise In your third year you will become more deeply engaged with commerce as you explore by taking courses outside the basic core and by joining seminar classes. In your third year you will be able to gain a wider understanding your own interests and you will start to try to uncover problems which contemporary of economics by taking courses in the Departments of companies face. In your third year, based on a firm understanding of the essentials of commerce, Commerce and Contemporary Applied Economics. you will further develop your expertise and your ability to think about society. In your fourth year you will In your final year you will be able to bring everything you have spend more time investigating In your fourth year you will learned together in a graduation thesis which you complete the problems you have identified look carefully at the problems under the course “Graduation Research” and which you take and will consolidate your own you have identified for alongside your seminar class. ideas regarding the ways in yourself and will begin to which contemporary society form your own ideas and relates to the markets. opinions about contemporary society and how it relates to the market.

20 21 Faculty of Law Why not join us in trying to understand the fabric of contemporary society?

Department of Law Department of Political Science In order to respond to complex contemporary legal issues, this Department Beginning with a course called “Contemporary Society and Politics” which provides special courses in environmental law, intellectual property law, allows you to learn how core politics drives society, this Department provides and consumer law. Students cultivate a practical sense of the law through courses which deal with priority areas in society such as “International and courses given by law practitioners (e.g., lawyers, public servants, and tax Area Studies,” “Politics and Media Studies” and “Government and Public accountants), who are actively engaged in legal work in the community. Policy.” In seminar classes you will have the opportunity to study with teachers who may expect you to do field research, engage in debates, or visit In your first year you study foundational courses such as Constitutional Law, Civil parliament or courts. In the Centre for Research in Mass Communications, you Law, and Criminal Law. will be able to study how newspapers are put together and presented.

From the second year you can register for applied and advanced courses in Commercial Law, Civil Procedure Law, and Criminal Procedure Law. In your first year you study how society functions and ways of thinking about it mainly through introductory courses on politics and public administration.

In your second year you choose courses for yourself which fit your future goals and study to acquire the knowledge and methods which form the basic content of each course.

In your third and fourth years you study advanced courses which introduce a practical and professional element. You can also take relevant courses in other Faculties and Departments which will stretch you further. And in seminar classes you will apply the knowledge you have gained by carrying out your own research projects and surveys.

22 23 Department of Business Administration Department of Marketing Management This Department aims to foster “professional managers” who can think In this Department you will have opportunities to learn strategies for making full independently and take action in response to sudden changes in use of corporate management resources (people, goods, money, and contemporary society. The Department places an emphasis not only on a information) so as to meet customers’ needs or to create markets in an variety of specialized courses but also on discussion and group work in unrivaled way in collaboration with outside partners. The Faculty places an seminar courses so that students can acquire the problem-solving skills emphasis on small-group education so as to develop your individual ability and which are required of today’s business managers. the ability to work in teams and provides freshman seminars and seminars for second year to fourth year-students. In your first year you will acquire the knowledge and ideas which will act as a foundation for the next stage of your studies through courses such as Corporate In your first and second years you will take courses which are essential for Management, Economic Analysis, Corporate Accounting, and Corporate becoming marketing experts who are well-versed in management skills. The Bookkeeping. systematic approach allows you to gradually acquire these skills in both basic and practical courses. In your second, third and fourth years of study you will be able to choose from over fifty specialized courses according to your own interests and you will be able to In your third and fourth years you will engage in lots of discussion with expert register for seminar courses with small class sizes. instructors and other seminar members so that you develop an ability to explain your own original ideas logically.

Faculty of Business Administration Why not join us to learn how companies which produce goods which everyone wants really work?

24 25 Department of Radiological Sciences In our Department you will gain the knowledge and skills in radiological science which are needed to become a medical specialist at the same time as taking a wide range of liberal arts subjects. The curriculum offered at Komazawa is unique in providing both courses which focus on techniques in medical treatment and courses which focus on imaging techniques.

In your first year you will study subjects to do with the foundations of medicine, science and engineering such as anatomy, radiological physics and electrical engineering, as well as having the opportunity to take a wide range of liberal arts subjects.

In your second year you will study subjects such as clinical medicine, imaging technology, and radiation technology, which are necessary for the actual application of radiological sciences in a medical setting.

In your third year you will study more advanced and practical subjects according to the course. We cover all the subjects which are needed for the national examination.

In your fourth year the number of elective courses increases and you can register for courses which suit your own interests. You can also concentrate on your graduation research project and can prepare for the national examination.

Faculty of Health Sciences Why not become a member of a medical team who can help to protect people’s lives?

26 27 Department of Global Media To help nurture talented people who can operate in the rapidly developing global society, this Department Faculty of Global Media Studies offers courses which allow you to develop your communication abilities both in English and in terms of media and IT literacy. This Department also offers interdisciplinary courses in economics, business administration, Uncover the true essence of the information which flows through global networks, sociology, international cultural studies, law, communication, and information science, which are designed to help you understand the true nature of media and of the content they carry. understand the role of the various media which convey this information, In your first year you will learn about information literacy and media literacy taught by IT and media specialists and you will and equip yourself with a fully communicative ability in English. be taught practical English by native English instructors.

From your second year you will have the opportunity to gain overseas experience through long-term and short-term study abroad programs and through overseas internships which will help you acquire the ability to operate on the global stage.

In your third year you will be able to choose an area from a range of interdisciplinary courses which fits your own interests and you will be able to deepen your knowledge of this area by participating in a seminar class taught by someone who specializes in this field.

In your fourth year you will enhance your chances of finding a job by learning about what is happening in industry through taking classes taught jointly by full-time lecturers and people actually working in business.

28 29 Degree Postgraduate Postgraduate Programs Department Research Centers and Laboratory Master ’s Program Doctoral Program For students aiming high, we provide an environment for Programs Buddhism M.A. (Buddhism) Ph.D. (Buddhism) specialist research in the form of Research Centers and a Laboratory. You can deepen the understanding you gained during Japanese Literature M.A. (Japanese Literature) Ph.D. (Japanese Literature) There are currently eight Research Centers and one “Laboratory” established at Komazawa University where high-level, your undergraduate degree at Graduate Schools which English and American Literature M.A. Ph.D. specialist research is carried out in such areas as Law, Accounting, and Mass Communications. These Centers also help carry out high level research from a broad range of (English and American Literature) (English and American Literature) you in achieving your future goals by supporting you in gaining qualifications and in your post-graduation career path. perspectives. Currently, there are two-year Masters courses and three-year Doctoral courses in fourteen Arts and Sciences Geography M.A. (Geography) Ph.D. (Geography) majors in seven Graduate Schools at Komazawa, The Institute of Legal Research History M.A. (History) Ph.D. (History) excluding the Law School. The research output attracts The Research Institute for Accounting considerable attention in each field and we aim to produce graduates who can perform in a wide range of Sociology M.A. (Sociology) Ph.D. (Sociology) The Institute of Zen Buddhism and Economics areas. Psychology The Institute of Mass Communication (Psychology) (Psychology) (Psychology & Clinical Psychology) M.A. Ph.D. The Institute for Applied Geography Economics Economics M.A. (Economics) Ph.D. (Economics) The Zen Institute

Commerce Commerce M.A. (Commerce) Ph.D. (Commerce) The Institute for Comparative Buddhist Literature The Research Institute for Justice Public Law LL.M. (Laws) LL.D. (Laws) Law Komazawa University Global Media Studies Laboratory Private Law LL.M. (Laws) LL.D. (Laws)

Business Administration M.A. Ph.D. Business Administration (Business Administration) (Business Administration)

Health Sciences Radiological Sciences M.H.S. (Health Sciences) D.H.S. (Health Sciences)

Global Media Studies Global Media M.A. (Media)

Legal Research and Training Legal Research and Training Juris Doctor (Law School)

30 31 Admission for International Students Fees Undergraduate Programs Postgraduate Programs and Law School Undergraduate Programs (unit: yen) (unit: yen) Buddhism, Letters, Graduate of Komazawa The Undergraduate School accepts entry to all Faculties and Departments, except for the Flex B Program, by official international students. (Official international students are full-time students who enter either the four-year Faculty University or other Graduates of Komazawa University or Graduate School Graduates of other Universities or Graduate Schools undergraduate program or the graduate program in April.) Economics, Law, Health Sciences Global Media Studies Items Unversities International students are required to have a high proficiency level in Japanese language because almost all of the lectures and seminars are offered in Japanese. Business Administration Division Graduate Divisions Graduate Divisions of Entrance examinations for international applicants to the programs are held as follows: Law School Law School of Arts and Sciences, Arts and Sciences, *1 both for three year both for three year Tuition 690,000 800,000 790,000 Economics, （ Economics, （ Graduate Division of standard courses Graduate Division of standard courses Applicant Qualification To qualify, applicants must satisfy each of the following requirements: Application Procedure Commerce, Commerce, Health Sciences and two year Health Sciences and two year Law, Law, The applicants’ nationality must be other than Japanese. The applicants must submit an application form to the Admission Center, the University Information Bureau. shortened courses shortened courses Business Administration, ） Business Administration, ） The applicants must be at least 18 years old as of April 1. The application period is in November. Equipment Fee *1 160,000 450,000 160,000 *8 *8 The applicants must have undergone a 12-year course of school education in a foreign country or be Items Global Media Studies Global Media Studies designated and approved as eligible by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology Entrance Examination in Japan. Tuition *1 540,000 750,000 650,000 540,000 750,000 650,000 Laboratory Fee *1 *3 250,000 ------The applicants must take the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students The applicants must take a written examination and interview in Japanese. (The examination subjects are administered by the Independent Administrative Institution Japan Student Services Organization by the due different in each department.) Equipment Fee *1 130,000 300,000 300,000 160,000 *3 300,000 300,000 date. The examination is conducted in January. Ed. Support Assoc. Fee *1 10,000 10,000 10,000 Laboratory Fee *1 *4 *5 ------*7 *4 *5 ------*7

250,000 250,000 250,000 Postgraduate Programs Entrance Fee Ed. Support Assoc. Fee *1 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000

To qualify, applicants must satisfy each of the following requirements: Others *4 Applicant Qualification Individual Examination of Applicants for Admission Ed. Support Others *4 Entrance Fee 120,000 120,000 120,000 250,000 250,000 250,000 (They are collected Assoc. 5,000 5,000 5,000 (Preliminary Qualification Examination) only when students (They are Master’s Program Entrance Fee *2 The applicants’ nationality must be other than Japanese. are admitted to the collected Ed. Support Master’s Program university. ) only when Assoc. ------5,000 5,000 5,000 The applicants who have graduated or are scheduled to graduate from an undergraduate program by A preliminary qualification examination is required for the applicants who graduated from a junior college, a Alumni Assoc. students Entrance Fee *2 30,000 30,000 30,000 March 31. college of technology, a specialized school or other educational institution. Fee *2 are admitted The applicants who have received or are scheduled to receive a Bachelor’s Degree. to the Alumni Assoc. Fee *6 ------30,000 30,000 30,000 The applicants must have completed 16 years of education abroad Doctoral Program university. ) The applicants who have been approved by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and A preliminary qualification examination is required for the applicants who graduated from a junior college, a Total (First year) 1,145,000 1,795,000 1,245,000 Technology in Japan college of technology, a specialized school or other educational institution. Total (First year) 800,000 1,180,000 1,080,000 995,000 1,345,000 1,245,000 The applicants who have been approved by the Graduate School through an individual entrance screening Note: The contents of the examination are different for each Graduate School. as those with scholastic abilities equivalent to or greater than Bachelor’s Degree holders. Total (Second year and after) 860,000 1,510,000 960,000 Total (Second year and after) 680,000 1,060,000 960,000 710,000 1,060,000 960,000 Doctoral Program Application Procedure The applicants’ nationality must be other than Japanese. The applicants must submit the required application form to the Admission Center, the University N.B. 1. Tuition, Equipment, Laboratory Fees and Ed. Support Assoc. Fees can be paid by installments. N.B. 1. Tuition, Equipment, Laboratory Fees and Ed. Support Assoc. Fees can be paid by installments. The applicants who have received or are scheduled to receive a Master’s Degree by March 31. Information Bureau. For an application from overseas, the submission period is in June and July. For an 2. At our university, the first year students are required to enter the Alumni Assoc. and their guarantors are required to enter 2. Students who have completed a Komazawa Master's course and who then continue on to take the second part of the Ph.D program, have their The applicants who have received or are scheduled to receive a Master’s Degree or a degree equivalent to School Entrance Fee waived（ Law School excepted). application from within Japan, the submission period is in August and January. The application period for the Education Support Association. a Master’s Degree from a university outside Japan. 3. Students who graduated from other universities are required to pay 130,000 yen from the second year and after. the Doctoral Program is only in January. (Applications from overseas are not available.) 3. In addition to the above-mentioned fees, other Laboratory Fees are collected annually in: the Department of Geography The applicants who have been approved by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology in and the Department of History, Major in Archaeology (15,000) the Department of Sociology, Major in Sociology (10,000) the 4. In the Psychology Program, the Division of Arts and Sciences, 60,000 yen is collected as a Laboratory Fee each year after students are admitted. Japan Department of Psychology (30,000) 5. In the Division of Global Media Studies, 50,000 yen is collected as a Laboratory Fee each year after students are admitted. The applicants who have been approved by the Graduate School through an individual entrance screening Entrance Examination 4. In addition, an Orientation Fee is collected only in the first year in the Department of History and the Department of 6. At our university, the first year students (except students who graduated from Komazawa University) are required to enter the Alumni Assoc. and their as those with scholastic abilities equivalent to or greater than Master’s Degree holders. Sociology, Major in Sociology. (22,000) guarantors are required to enter the Ed. Support Assoc. Written examinations in the applicant’s specialty and on the applicant’s proficiency level in a foreign 7. In the Law School, as a Laboratory Fee, 20,000 yen is collected in the year when students take an ‘Externship’ and 30,000 yen is collected in the year language, and an interview are conducted in Japanese. The examination subjects are different for each when students take ‘Legal Clinic,’ as a lump-sum payment. Department and School. The examination for the Master’s Program is held in September and February. The 8. Concerning the entrance procedures for the long-term (four-year, five-year and six-year) courses, please inquire at the Law School office. examination for the Doctoral Program is held only in February.

32 33 Scholarships University Scholarships Scholarships at Komazawa University When Number of Scholarships Application Komazawa University supports international students Names Amount Students Who May Apply Available Annually Forms are with financial difficulties through internal and external Available scholarship programs. All the university scholarships for Map The Komazawa University ￥200,000 per year 25 Second year students May international students are provided for free. Association Scholarship lump-sum distribution *including Japanese students and above

The university website provides you with information The Komazawa University Educational Support ￥200,000 per year Undergraduate students 10 May such as the date of distribution of application forms, Association Scholarship lump-sum distribution and graduate students and when the scholarship organizations put out a call (International students) for applications. The Komazawa University 50 Undergraduate students Centennial Commemorative ￥20,000 per month September ￥240,000 in total *including Japanese students and graduate students Please check the requirements for applicants for each Scholarship JR JAPAN scholarship program on the scholarship bulletin board The Komazawa University DEN-EN-TOSHI LINE Educational Support ￥200,000 per year 45 Second year students September and the university website. Association Scholarship lump-sum distribution *including Japanese students and above (Academic achievement) HANZOMON LINE IKEBUKURO UENO In principle, you cannot apply for other full scholarships Tokyo Sky Tree Undergraduate students and or grants apart from those we offer. The Komazawa University graduate students who failed to obtain The Komazawa University Educational AKIHABARA Alumni Association TAMAGAWA KOMAZAWA ￥100,000 per year Support Association Scholarship April, 20 CAMPUS CAMPUS SHINJUKU International students (first year students) applying for Scholarship for Education lump-sum distribution and the Komazawa University September 40miles and Research Activities Centennial Commemorative Scholarship 30miles these scholarships are required to take the Examination according to their academic achievements. 20miles KOMAZAWA DAIGAKU SANGENJAYA for Japanese University Admission for International 10miles SHIBUYA The Komazawa University full or half tuition fees Students who earned excellent scores Narita International airport Tokyo Law School Special according to the scores on the Japan Law School Admission FUTAKO Tokyo Students (EJU) beforehand. Unlimited June TAMAGAWA Scholarship on the Japan Law School Test and are admitted to the Tower TOKYO Komazawa University Law School (Japan Law School Admission Test) Admission Test Tokyo International (Haneda) airport HAMAMATSU CHO The Komazawa University Students who graduated from Law School Special full or half tuition fees Komazawa University and pass the June Scholarship according to the scores Unlimited entrance examination and are in the entrance examination admitted to the Komazawa University (Graduates of Komazawa University ) Law School

whole or the half of Students who pass the entrance The Komazawa University tuition fees examination with excellent records and No open Law School Scholarship 7 according to their scores who are admitted to the recruitment for first year students in the entrance examination Komazawa University Law School TOKYO The Komazawa University full or half tuition Law School Scholarship according to the grades Second year: 6 Students who pass the previous No open for second year and in the previous academic Third year: 8 academic year with excellent grades recruitment third year students year.

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