Study Abroad Handbook
Study Abroad Handbook This handbook contains general information on study abroad and preparing for studying abroad, as well as the many different programs organized by the individual undergraduate faculties and graduate schools at Keio University.
I. Overview ...... 1 II. Preparing for Studying Abroad ...... 4 III. After You Arrive at Your Study Abroad Destination ...... 13 IV. Procedures for Returning to Keio University after Your Study Abroad ...... 16 V. Procedures within Keio University ...... 17 VI. Study Abroad Scholarships ...... 21 VII. Job Hunting After Studying Abroad ...... 25 VIII. Programs Organized by Various Departments within Keio University ...... 27 IX. Privately Financed Study Abroad ...... 39 X. International Exchange at Keio ...... 41 XI. Information about Study Abroad ...... 44 I. Overview 1. Types of Study Abroad Opportunities There are various study abroad opportunities that you can pursue. You may want to make language acquisition your goal, take courses in a specialized field in an overseas university, or participate in a short-term programs that lasts a few weeks or long-term programs that are more than six months long. It is important that you understand the different types of opportunities available to you and choose a program that best suits your goals.
1) Objective of Study Abroad Objective of Study Abroad can be broadly grouped into two categories: Improving foreign language ability; Programs that focus on improving foreign language ability are often offered at a language school or an institution affiliated to a university. For programs offered by an affiliated institution, there may be a possibility for students to take regular courses at the university.
Taking courses offered at overseas institutions that are related to your field of study or interest These are mainly programs in which students study abroad at an overseas university. For most long- term programs that are longer than six months, students take regular courses with the local students. Programs that take place during summer or spring breaks are usually conducted under a specific theme.
2) Period of Study Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Summer/Spring) These are programs in which students go abroad to study mainly during their summer or spring holidays. They are organized by the International Centre as well as programs offered by partner universities. When participating in a short-term program, it is your responsibility to make sure that it does not interfere with your courses or research supervision at Keio University.
Long-term Programs of Six Months or More These are programs in which students go abroad to study during the semester for a period of six months or more. There are student exchange programs and double degree programs that are part of the Keio University study abroad system, and there are programs that students directly apply for (sign a contract) and finance themselves.
3) Study Abroad Programs at Keio University Not all types of study abroad are approved by Keio University as Study Abroad. At Keio University, in accordance with Article 153 of the Undergraduate Faculty Rules and Regulations (*1) and Article 124 of the Graduate School Rules and Regulations (*2), in order for students to be approved for Study Abroad (“Ryugaku”), students must first submit an Application for Study Abroad (“Kokugai Ryugaku Shinseisho”), and the Faculty Board or Graduate School Committee must deem it to be educationally beneficial for them. When students have obtained approval for Study Abroad, they can apply to include the study abroad period into the total period of attendance at Keio University (maximum of one year), and the credits earned at the overseas institution can be transferred as credits needed to graduate from Keio University. As explained above, at Keio University, in order for you to obtain approval for Study Abroad (“Ryugaku”), you must submit the designated application form to your affiliated undergraduate faculty/graduate school and gain their approval. In addition, language training abroad will not be approved as Study Abroad, so students must take a Temporary Leave of Absence in this case. If students are studying abroad while taking a Temporary Leave of Absence (“Kyugaku”) from Keio University, regardless of whether they are formally enrolled as a regular student in the overseas institution, the period spent overseas will not be included in the total period of attendance at Keio University. Furthermore, credits earned while on a Temporary Leave of Absence (Kyugaku) from Keio University will not be approved as credits for Keio University. *1 ① If Keio University deems that studying abroad will be educationally beneficial for the student, the student may be permitted to study abroad without having to take a Temporary Leave of Absence. ② The study abroad period that can be included in the total period of attendance at Keio University is a maximum of one year.
- 1 - ③ A maximum of 30 credits earned during the study abroad period can be transferred as credits needed to graduate from Keio University. However, for the Faculty of Economics, Faculty of Policy Management, Faculty of Environment and Information Studies, and Faculty of Nursing and Medical Care, a maximum of 60 credits earned at another university or equivalent research and education institution, etc. can be transferred as credits needed to graduate from Keio University. ④ Separate to Item 1 of this Article, if the student is studying abroad under a combined degree program between Keio University and another institution, such as a double degree program, Keio University may permit the student to take courses at the overseas institution while being enrolled at Keio University. ⑤ Detailed rules of these Regulations regarding study abroad shall be stipulated separately. *2 ① If the Graduate School Committee deems that studying abroad will be educationally beneficial for the student, the university may permit the student to study abroad without having to take a Temporary Leave of Absence. ② The study abroad period that can be included in the total period of attendance at Keio University is a maximum of one year. However, for doctoral students in the Graduate School of Medicine or who are Pharmacy majors in the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the maximum period that can be included in the total period of attendance at Keio University may be two years. ③ A maximum of 10 credits earned during the study abroad period can be transferred as credits needed to complete a degree at Keio University. ④ Detailed rules of these Regulations regarding study abroad shall be stipulated separately.
2. Programs Organized or Introduced by the International Center Programs which Keio University International Centre organizes or introduces are listed below. There are also programs organized by Undergraduate Faculties and Graduate Schools.
1) Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Summer/Spring) Keio University International Centre organizes six short-term programs during summer holidays and five during spring holidays. Participants can deepen their understanding of the topic set on each programs through lectures and discussion. It enables them to experience the study in overseas university. For those who want to utilize their summer or spring holidays and experience studying abroad, or for those who want to improve their foreign language ability, it may be worthwhile participating in this program.
2) Yonsei-Keio-Rikkyo-Fudan Leadership Forum Participants stay together at the same accommodation and while interspersing sightseeing trips to nearby attractions, this program aims to facilitate exchange and deepen understanding of East Asia through discussions and lectures on issues in the East Asian region centered on Japan, China, and Korea. This is a student-led program in which students are actively involved in developing the program.
3) Short-term Programs Organized by partner universities Many partner institutions of Keio University offer short-term programs that range from a few weeks to a few months in length. Among them are programs that provide discounts if the application is made through Keio University. When participating in a short-term program, it is your responsibility to make sure that it does not interfere with your courses or research activities at Keio University. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/short_prog_external/
4) Three-Campus Comparative East Asian Studies Program The Three-Campus Comparative East Asian Studies Program is an initiative jointly launched by Keio University; Yonsei University; and The University of Hong Kong. The program affords participating students a truly unique opportunity to learn collectively about East Asia. They will experience, analyze and comprehend East Asia from a genuinely comparative perspective by living and studying as a
- 2 - multinational and multicultural community. The program starts in Fall Semester at Keio University, followed by Spring Semester at Yonsei University and summer school at The University of Hong Kong, where students take part in internships. The program invites participants from world-leading universities in the U.S. and the Europe such as Princeton University, Georgetown University, University of Southern California, Cornell University, Kings College London, and University of Geneva. The selection to participate in this program will take place at “Exchange Program (Outbound), Round 1 Application”. For further information, please refer to the “Application Guidelines for Keio University Student Exchange Program (Outbound)”.
5) Student Exchange Program (Outbound) The Keio University Student Exchange Program (Outbound) is a study abroad program based on university-wide exchange agreements between Keio University and overseas institutions. For this program, Keio University and its partner universities aim to instill in their students an international understanding and a broad perspective by offering the opportunity to experience university life in a foreign country for one academic year. Credits attained during the study abroad period may be transferrable to be used towards graduation or completion of courses.
6) Privately Financed Study Abroad At Keio University, studying abroad on programs that are not run by Keio—where primarily students apply directly and the tuition or program participation fees must be paid to the overseas university or organizing bodies—is called “privately financed study abroad.” There are various methods and programs for privately financed study abroad. Any matters related to these programs such as entering into contracts with the organizing bodies must be done by the student based on their own judgement and responsibility.
- 3 - II. Preparing for Studying Abroad 1. Study Abroad Road Map Prior planning and sufficient preparation is important if you are thinking about studying abroad. Check the timeline to confirm what needs to be done by when.
▼ If you decide that you want to study abroad Step1 Plan your university Firstly, plan your university life. From among the things you need to life, taking into consider, including course work, extracurricular activities, acquisition consideration the of qualifications, and career mapping, think about the timing and how possibility of to integrate study abroad by prioritizing what you need to do and studying abroad when. Step2 Clarifying your If you have the desire to study abroad, you must first clarify your Motives and Goals motives and goals. There are many ways in which you can study abroad. The more specific your motives and goals are, the greater the chance of having a successful study abroad experience. Step3 Gathering Students who are unsure of where to start should consult a staff information member in charge of international affairs on each campus. They are there to give advice to students who are planning to study abroad. A study abroad fair is also held at Hiyoshi Campus every June, and the International Center website provides student reports on their study abroad experiences and information on scholarships.
International Center http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/en/
Study abroad scholarships http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/ Step4 Making Detailed Collect information by comparing websites of several different Plans for Studying universities, talking to people who have studied abroad, etc. Based on Abroad the information you have collected, choose the type of study abroad that best suits your plans and objectives. Try to be open-minded and consider your options from a range of perspectives. Many universities offer classes in English. Instead of choosing a university in an English-speaking country just because you want to study in English, students should also consider other aspects such as whether the university conducts active research in the area of your interest, the style of classes offered, and the scale of the university. ▼Around six months to one year prior to departure Step5 Taking language Prepare well by reading the application guidelines for the study proficiency tests abroad program you are interested in. In most of the long-term study abroad programs, students are required to take the language proficiency test and have the minimum GPA set by the study abroad university. Some of the tests are held only a few times in the year. Preparation is part of the study abroad experience, so in order to study at the overseas institution of your choice, you need to be thorough and ready in terms of showing consistency in academic performance, improving foreign language proficiency, and obtaining good results in achievement test. Step6 Application After you have decided which program you would like to participate in, the next step is applying. Prepare all the necessary documents and submit them by the deadline. The selection process (document screening and/or interviews) varies depending on the program. For some programs, such as the student exchange program, an internal screening will also be conducted. Students who are applying for a scholarship must also make sure to apply before the deadline.
- 4 - ▼Around six months prior to departure to just before leaving Japan Step7 Preparation When you pass the selection process, you will need to start making more specific plans. The main outline is given below, but beware that each procedure takes longer than you think so try to prepare ahead. e.g. Internal procedures, securing accommodation, visa applications, arranging ticket flights, and joining insurance plans ▼Departure Step8 Study abroad life Most students say that time flew by so fast when they were studying abroad. Take care of your health while engaging in daily studies and activities. It is important to always be aware of your motives for studying abroad and try and find ways to deal with stress. ▼After returning to Japan Step9 Reflection After you have completed the program, reflect on your experiences to determine whether you have fulfilled your objectives and goals and how you would like to make use of your experiences in terms of job hunting and career choice. By doing so, you will be able to make the most out of your study abroad experiences beyond university. Writing a report or telling you experience to your friends is also a good way. In addition, make sure to go through the procedures for returning to Keio University.
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2. Clarifying your Motives and Goals There are many ways in which you can study abroad. Why do you want to study abroad, and how will this experience be useful for your future? These are some questions you must ask yourself in order to clarify your motives and goals and understand the situation you are in. The more specific your motives and goals are, the greater the chance of having a successful study abroad experience. Firstly, ask yourself the following questions which may assist you in getting a clearer idea of which country, region, and method of study abroad is best for you. Make sure to talk about it with your family as well.
Why?: Why do you want to study abroad? What are your fields of interest? What do you want to gain from this experience? How?: Student Exchange? Double-Degree? Privately Financed Study? Short-term language training? When?: Short-term Study Abroad Program at freshmen? Long-term Study Abroad Program after sophomore? How much?: How much is the living cost? When should students apply to the Scholarships? Where?: Which Country/Region/University do you wish to go?
3. Making Detailed Plans for Studying Abroad When your motives and goals become clearer, the next step is making detailed plans. Based on your motives and goals of your study abroad and the information you gathered, choose the type of study abroad. Research the application guidelines and the necessary qualifications and make you schedule. When making your plans for study abroad write as much detailed schedule as possible by counting backwards from when you want to start your study abroad. Please be aware that some of the tests are held only a few times in the year. Most of the students sit for TOEFL iBT or IELTS several times. Preparing for studying abroad usually takes at least 12 to 18 months from the time you make your decision (about 3-6 months for short-term language training abroad). For those who plan to participate in programs that focus on improving foreign language ability, it is important to collect and compare information regarding the country/region you are studying abroad in, the objective of the program, and class hours and cost, and to find a program that is best suited to your goals and requirements. When collecting information, try not to rely too much on information that has been prepared in Japanese by a third party, but also look at brochures and websites prepared by the institution you are interested in. Also, the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) website’s study abroad information webpage offers easy to understand explanations on language training for different languages. http://www.jasso.go.jp/study_a/oversea_info.html#gogaku (Japanese language only) For those who plan to participate in programs that focus on taking courses offered at overseas institutions that are related to your field of study or interest, Make sure you research thoroughly using websites and other resources when choosing your study abroad destination and make a decision after comparing several different options. Universities that are well-known in Japan are not necessarily the best choice for you. It is important to make your decision based on what kinds of courses are available, class styles, etc., and whether the institution matches your motives and goals. Student reports on the International Center website may also be helpful. Most of the universities has their own GPA and language requirements. Preparation is part of the study abroad experience, so in order to study at the overseas institution of your choice, you need to be thorough and ready in terms of showing consistency in academic performance, improving foreign language proficiency, and obtaining good results in achievement test. Preparing for studying abroad usually takes at least 12 to 18 months from the time you make your decision (about 3-6 months for short-term language training abroad). Once you decide to study abroad, try to start preparing for it as soon as possible. The academic year and term/semester system is different depending on the country and university. Research these facts beforehand, and prepare a schedule by counting backwards from when you want to start your study abroad. Preparation is part of the study abroad experience, so in order to study at the overseas institution of your choice, you need to be
- 6 - thorough and ready in terms of showing consistency in academic performance, improving foreign language proficiency, and obtaining good results in achievement test.
4. Learning of Foreign Languages To prepare yourself for study abroad, it is important to continually aim to improve your foreign language ability. At the Keio Research Center for Foreign Language Education, one English online learning resource that is available is ALC NetAcademy 2. This can be used both at Keio and at home and students can improve their English ability at their own level and pace any time they like and free of charge. There are four courses to choose from (standard, English grammar, basic technical English, and basic medical English), and it not only helps prepare students for study abroad but can be used as study material for TOEIC and other exams. First, access to ALC NetAcademy 2 from the Keio Research Center for Foreign Language Education website. On this website you can also find a lot of information about events or information useful for learning foreign languages.
• Keio Research Center for Foreign Language Education: http://www.flang.keio.ac.jp/
5. Language Proficiency Tests 1) TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) The TOEFL is a test that measures non-native English speakers’ ability to communicate in English. Most educational institutions, including universities, in English-speaking countries use the TOEFL test score as a standard measure for English language proficiency and is also one of the language test requirements for the application process to the Keio University Student Exchange Programs (Outbound). The TOEFL’s iBT (Internet-Based Test) is the test administered in Japan, and it consists of four components: listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills. Results for each component and the total score (0-120 points) is given. Make sure that you take the test 2 to 3 months prior to when you need to submit your test score. TOEFL test scores are valid for two years from the day of the examination. Make sure that your TOEFL test score is still valid when you are preparing your application for study abroad. Please note that the TOEFL iBT score cannot be used to support a Tier 4 (General) student visa application for the UK as the English language requirement in most cases.
Official information on TOEFL ETS (Educational Testing Service): http://www.ets.org/toefl CIEE (Council on International Educational Exchange): http://www.cieej.or.jp/toefl/
2) IELTS（International English Language Testing System） Most higher educational institutions in the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand accept IELTS as evidence of English language proficiency for students looking to study abroad, and there is an increasing number of educational institutions in the US that use IELTS to help them make admissions decisions. It is also one of the language test requirements for the application process to the Keio University Student Exchange Programs (Outbound). The test consists of four components: reading, listening, speaking, and writing, and examinees are graded on their performance using scores from 1 (Non User) to 9 (Expert User) for each part of the test. The results from the four parts are then averaged to produce an Overall Band Score.
Official information on IELTS ・IELTS official website: http://www.ielts.org/
- 7 - ・Eiken Foundation of Japan: http://www.eiken.or.jp/ielts/en/
*Language proficiency tests for studying in the UK Please note that the TOEFL iBT score cannot be used to support a Tier 4 (General) student visa application for the UK as the English language requirement in most cases. If you are thinking about studying abroad in the UK, make sure to take the prescribed test and meet the score requirement. https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa/knowledge-of-english
You must check for yourself whether you need to obtain a student visa in order to participate in the study abroad program, and if you do need a visa, what kind of documents are required for the application process. Visa requirements may change without notice, so make sure to regularly check the UK Home Office website or via other means for the latest information. ・UK Home O ce “Tier4 (General) student visa”: https://www.gov.uk/tier-4-general-visa ffi
- 8 - 3) Other Tests for Language Proficiency Himpunan Penyelenggara Ujian Bahasa Indonesia Indonesian Ujian Kemampuan Berbahasa Tel. 03-3438-4790 http://www.i-kentei.com/ Indonesia The Korea Educational Foundation Test of Proficiency in Korean Tel. 03-5419-9171 http://www.kref.or.jp
Hanguru Nōryokukentei Kyōkai Korean Hanguru Nōryokukentei Shiken Tel. 03-5858-9101 http://www.hangul.or.jp
Nikkan Communication Kyōkai Tel. 03-6267-4190 Korean Language Ability Test http://kets.jp/ (KLAT) Japan committee for HSK HSK Tel. 03-3268-6601 http://www.hskj.jp/ Chinese The Society for Testing Chinese Proficiency Japan Tel. Chūgoku Kentei Shiken 03-5211-5881 http://www.chuken.gr.jp/ Test of Chinese as a Foreign TOCFL Japan Office Language (TOCFL) http://tocfl.tecc.jpn.com/index.html Centre national DELF/DALF Japon Institut français du Japon – Kansai / Osaka DELF/DALF Tel. 06-6358-7391 http://www.delfdalf.jp Association pour la Promotion de l'Enseignement du French Diplome d’Aptitude Pratique au Français au Japon Futsuken Office Tel. 03-3230-1603 Français http://apefdapf.org/ Institut français du Japon-Tokyo Tel. 03-5206-2500 Test de Connaissance du Francais http://www.institutfrancais.jp/tokyo/
Goethe-Zertifikat Goethe Institut Tokyo Tel. 03-3584-3201 http://www.goethe.de/ins/jp/tok/jaindex.htm TestDaf Gesellschaft Zur Förderung Der Germanistik in Japan German Diplom Deutsch in Japan Tel. 03-3813-0596 http://www.dokken.or.jp Oesterreichisches ösd Kanto Office Tel. 03-3717-2544 Sprachdiplom http://www.flc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/~de/oesd/ Deutsch (OeSD) Japan examination center Greek Certificate of Attainment in Greek Tel. 03-6459-2220 http://www.e-girisha.com/index.html#
Istituto Italiano di Cultura CILS Tel. 03-3264-6011 http://www.iictokyo.esteri.it/iic_tokyo Italian Associazione Linguistica Italiana Tel. Italiano: Prova di Abilità Linguistica 03-5428-5630 http://www.iken.gr.jp
Japan Cultural Association Tel. 03-3353-6980 Test of Russian as a Foreign http://www.taibunkyo.com/kentei/kentei.htm Russian L Roshiago Nōryokukentei Shiken Jikkō Iinkai Tel. 03- Roshiago Nōryokukentei Shiken 3425-4011 http://www.tokyorus.ac.jp/kentei/index.html Instituto Cervantes en Tokio Tel. 03-5210-1706 DELE http://www.dele.jp/
Spanish Casa de Espana Seiken Office Evaluación Oficial del Conocimiento Tel. 03-3353-0428 de la Lengua Española http://www.casa-esp.com/
- 9 - 4) Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) The CEFR, which is used widely in Europe, is a framework that describes the language ability of learners of a foreign language and is also a reference for what learners need to achieve at different levels. The chart below is a useful reference if the overseas institution does not specify the TOEFL or IELTS test scores, but instead specifies that students need a language proficiency of “at least level B2,” or “listening: B1, writing: B2,” etc.
UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING
Listening Reading Spoken Interaction Spoken Production Writing
I can interact in a simple way I can write a short, simple provided the other person I can understand familiar I can understand familiar is prepared to repeat or postcard, for example sending words and very basic phrases holiday greetings. I names, words and very rephrase things at a slower I can use simple phrases and can fill in concerning myself, my forms with personal A1 simple sentences, for rate of speech and help me sentences to describe where I details, family and immediate for example entering example on notices and formulate what I'm trying live and people I know. my concrete surroundings when posters or in catalogues. to say. I can ask and answer name, nationality people speak slowly and simple questions in areas of and address on a hotel clearly. immediate need or on very registration form. familiar topics.
I can understand phrases I can communicate in simple I can read very short, simple and the highest frequency and routine tasks requiring a texts. I can find specific, I can use a series of phrases vocabulary related to areas simple and direct exchange of I can write short, simple of most immediate predictable information in and sentences to describe in information on familiar notes and messages. I can personal relevance(e.g. very simple everyday material simple terms my family and A2 topics and activities. I can write a very simple basic personal and family such as advertisements, other people, living handle very short social personal letter, for example information, shopping, local prospectuses, menus conditions, my educational exchanges, even though I thanking someone for area, employment). I can and timetables and I can background and my present can't usually understand something. catch the main point in short, understand short simple or most recent job. enough to keep the clear, simple messages and personal letters. announcements. conversation going myself.
I can understand the main I can deal with most points of clear standard I can connect phrases in a situations likely to arise speech on familiar matters simple way in order to I can understand texts that whilst travelling in an area regularly encountered in work, describe experiences and I can write simple connected consist mainly of high where the language is spoken. school, leisure, etc. I can events, my dreams, hopes and text on topics which are frequency everyday or job- I B1 understand the main ambitions. I can briefly give familiar or of personal related language. I can can enter unprepared into point of many radio or TV reasons and explanations for interest. I can write personal understand the description of conversation on topics that programs on current affairs opinions and plans. I can letters describing experiences events, feelings and wishes in are familiar, of personal or topics of personal or narrate a story or relate the and impressions. personal letters. interest or pertinent to professional interest when plot of a book or film and everyday life (e.g. family, the delivery is relatively slow describe my reactions. hobbies, work, travel and and clear. current events).
I can write clear, detailed text I can understand extended on a wide range of subjects speech and lectures and I can read articles and I can interact with a degree of I can present clear, detailed related to my interests. I can follow even complex lines reports concerned with fluency and spontaneity that descriptions on a wide range write an essay or report, of argument provided contemporary problems makes regular interaction of subjects related to my field passing on information or B2 the topic is reasonably in which the writers with native speakers quite of interest. I can explain a giving reasons in support of familiar. I can understand adopt particular attitudes possible. I can take an active viewpoint on a topical issue or against a particular point most TV news and current or viewpoints. I can part in discussion in familiar giving the advantages and of view. I can write letters affairs programs. I can understand contemporary contexts, accounting for and disadvantages of various highlighting the personal understand the majority of literary prose. sustaining my views. options. significance of events and films in standard dialect. experiences. I can express myself in I can express myself fluently clear, well-structured text, and spontaneously without I can understand extended I can understand long and expressing points of view much obvious searching speech even when it is not complex factual and I can present clear, detailed at some length. I can write for expressions. I can use about complex subjects in a clearly structured and when literary texts, appreciating descriptions of complex language flexibly and letter, an essay or a report, C1 relationships are only implied distinctions of style. I can subjects integrating sub- and not signaled explicitly. understand specialized effectively for social and themes, developing particular underlining what I consider professional purposes. I can I can understand television articles and longer technical points and rounding off with to be the salient issues. I can programs and films instructions, even when they formulate ideas and opinions an appropriate conclusion. select a style appropriate to without too much effort. do not relate to my field. with precision and relate my the reader in mind. contribution skillfully to those of other speakers.
I can take part effortlessly in I can write clear, smoothly- any conversation or discussion flowing text in an appropriate and have a good familiarity I can present a clear, I have no difficulty in I can read with ease virtually style. I can write complex with idiomatic expressions smoothly-flowing understanding any kind of all forms of the written and colloquialisms. I can letters, reports or articles description or argument in a spoken language, whether language, including abstract, express myself fluently and which present a case with C2 style appropriate to the live or broadcast, even when structurally or linguistically an effective logical structure convey finer shades of context and with an effective delivered at fast native speed, complex texts such as meaning precisely. If I do have which helps the recipient logical structure which helps provided. I have some time to manuals, specialized articles a problem I can backtrack and the recipient to notice and to notice and remember get familiar with the accent. and literary works. restructure around the significant points. I can write remember significant points. difficulty so smoothly that summaries and reviews of other people are hardly aware professional or literary works. of it.
- 10 - 6. Achievement Tests If you are planning to earn a degree from a university or institution in the US or Canada, you may be asked to submit test scores for the following achievement tests.
1) SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test): for those who wish to enter a US university at the undergraduate level There are two types of tests: Reasoning Test and Subject Tests. The English level required for the Reasoning Test is significantly higher than that for the TOEFL test.
2) GRE (General Record Examination): for those who wish to enter a US or Canadian university at the graduate level The GRE is a set of General and Subject Tests. The General Test is compulsory and is divided into three sections: Verbal, Quantitative (Math), and Analytical Writing. The university will specify which subjects to take for the Subject Tests.
3) GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test): for those who wish to enter a business school in the US or Canada The GMAT measures whether the student, after entering the business school, will be able to keep up with the coursework. This computer-adaptive test is comprised of four sections: Verbal (English), Quantitative (mathematics), AWA (writing), and Integrated Reasoning. The test is designed to assess logical reasoning ability, and getting a high score for the Verbal section is particularly challenging.
4) LSAT (Law School Admission Test): for those who wish to enter a Law School (J.D. Program) in the US or Canada This standardized test is administered to people who wish to enter a law school (graduate program specializing in law) but their undergraduate major was in a subject other than law.
7. Costs for Studying Abroad The costs for studying abroad varies by country/region and program, but below is a general outline of the types of fees and expenses that will occur. In general, please allow for an amount in the range of 1,500,000 and 2,500,000 yen excluding tuition fee and other academic fees. When making your preparations, make sure to consult your financial guarantor. Refer to the websites of the study abroad program or the overseas institutions, see the list “Information about Study Abroad” and for student exchange programs, student reports on the International Center website may also be helpful. If you are an outbound exchange student, you must pay the tuition fees for Keio University and not Tuition and participation fee the partner university you will be doing your study abroad at. If you are planning to take language courses, etc. before the exchange program, please be aware that you may be required to pay a separate fee. If you are financing your own study abroad, you will be required to pay a program fee on top of the tuition fees at the overseas university, and you may be exempt from paying tuition fees at Keio. Books and course material fee This includes purchasing textbooks, making photocopies, etc.
This includes accommodation fees for dormitories, apartment rooms, homestays, etc. Students on
Living and food expenses student exchange programs are usually offered dormitory rooms, but at some universities students may not be able to get dormitory accommodation. Some dormitories include food expenses.
This includes communication costs such as mobile phone contracts, transportation expenses, and Communication and transportation expenses travelling expenses during holidays.
Airfare Fares will vary depending on the type of flight (direct/indirect), the season, and distance.
When confronted with unforeseen circumstances such as accidents or you become severely or Travel insurance injured while overseas, students may incur a huge medical or emergency bill that is considerably more expensive than in Japan. To plan for such unforeseen events, students must purchase overseas travel insurance that will cover all activities that the student will engage in while abroad. All the exchange students are required to join the Keio University Overseas Travel Insurance plan and the
This includes fees for taking language proficiency tests, applying for a passport and visa, getting Other fees vaccinations, remittance fees, etc.
- 11 - 8. Preparing for departure
1) Procedures within Keio University Check with the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school whether you need to submit a certain form for your study abroad. Check in advance with the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school regarding details of the procedures after returning to Japan.
2) Applying for Accommodation（Dormitories, apartment rooms, homestays, etc.） Check the application procedures and make sure to give yourself ample time to apply. In some cases, students are selected on a first-come, first-served basis. If a deposit is required, check the payment method and pay by the deadline. Beware that your application will be cancelled if you do not make the deadline.
3) Applying for a visa You will need a student visa to enter the country. Documents required for visa applications differ from country to country, and the method for applying and receiving visas also vary. Inquire directly to embassies/consulates in Japan for required documents and details on how to apply. The time needed from the time of application to receiving the visa also varies by country. In some cases, it may take more than a month, so try to apply as early as possible.
4) Arranging flight tickets Check the schedule of your host institution and arrange your flights accordingly. For safety reasons, try to avoid flights that arrive at nighttime. If this is unavoidable, we recommend that you arrange accommodation for that evening close to the airport. It is also not safe to arrive at night and take late night trains and buses with luggage. Depending on the date of arrival, some universities organize airport pickup services.
5) Overseas Travel Insurance and Crisis Management while Abroad When confronted with unforeseen circumstances such as accidents or you become severely ill or injured while overseas, you may incur a huge medical or emergency bill that is considerably more expensive than in Japan. To plan for such unforeseen events, you must purchase overseas travel insurance that will cover all activities that you will engage in while abroad. Students on the Keio University Student Exchange Program (Outbound) are required to join the Keio University Overseas Travel Insurance plan and the Crisis Management Support Service. In general, overseas travel insurance covers death by injury or illness, physical impediments, medical expenses, damage and liability, search and rescue, loss or damage to baggage, etc. There are also special policies that allow coverages not included in the plan, such as dental treatment, to be added separately, so make sure you read the insurance contract carefully. For some countries or overseas universities, you may be required to join a specific insurance plan, or depending on the country, you may be obligated to join a health insurance policy similar to the national health insurance in Japan. In some cases, upon showing the insurance plan you purchased in Japan, you may be able to apply for exemption from joining the insurance plan specified by the overseas university, so we advise you to check with the university. If exemption is not approved, please join both insurance plans in Japan and abroad. ensure you do not panic if an accident does occur, make sure you leave the contact details of the insurance company at your home in Japan, as well as find out in advance the contact details such as telephone number of the insurance company’s branch in the country/region where you will be studying and whether the staff there understand Japanese. Even if you are going on a trip and will be temporarily absent from your dormitory or student housing or you are moving, you must notify the relevant people.
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1. Emergency Contact Information While you are abroad, you must make sure to leave your emergency contact information (e.g. telephone number and e-mail address) with your family, acquaintances in both Japan/your home country and the country you are studying in, and university staff (in Japan and overseas). Even if you are going on a trip and will be temporarily absent from your dormitory or student housing or you are moving, you must notify the relevant people. Make sure to keep emergency numbers (e.g. ambulance and police) and local contact numbers for your insurance companies on hand at all times.
2. Overseas Residential Registration (For Japanese national) According to Article 16 of the Passport Act, Japanese nationals who intend to stay or reside in a foreign country for more than three months are required to complete the Overseas Residential Registration at a Japanese embassy or consulate. As soon as you arrive in the country, you must swiftly submit one at the nearest embassy or consulate so you will have legal protection (including confirming your safety) as a Japanese national residing overseas, in the event of an emergency such as a terrorist attack. - Registration to “Tabireg” by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (service aimed at travelers staying at their destination country for less than 3 months) https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/ (Japanese language only) - ORR net: online registration system for Overseas Residential Registration (service for travelers staying at their destination country for more than 3 months) https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/ (Japanese language only)
3. Appointment with an International Student Advisor The role of international student advisors differ depending on the university, but in general, they are there to advise international students on the law and their responsibilities and what they need to do and know to ensure a better study abroad experience. While studying abroad, we recommend that you visit their office to introduce yourself, as they can support you in various ways throughout your time there.
4. Participating in Orientations If the study abroad institution is holding an orientation for international or new students, we suggest that you participate even if attendance is not compulsory. These orientations will provide you with a vast amount of useful information on university matters, including a general explanation of the university, student registration, and how to register courses, and on how to transition smoothly into student life at that university. In particular, orientations for international students are a great opportunity to not only get specific information that you cannot acquire anywhere else but also make friends and acquaintances.
5. Plagiarism Plagiarism means taking the work (ideas and concepts) of others, and without the author’s consent, presenting them as yours. It is a criminal act and if committed, you will not only fail that course or all the courses taken during that semester, but you may also receive a more severe punishment. If you are using other sources (papers, journals, newspapers, etc.) in your paper, you need to give credit to the source and cite where exactly the information was taken from. Furthermore, do not make incorrect citations (falsification). The following are examples of plagiarism. 1) Copying whole passages from a paper, book, newspapers, etc. 2) Copying and pasting information from the internet 3) Copying papers written by someone else (friends or senior students) 4) Copying the work of others as in the above example, but changing parts to make it look like it is your original work.
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6. Crisis Management and Health Maintenance while Abroad While overseas, you need to manage crisis situations and your health in a different way than when you are in Japan. Make sure to look up related information and research it thoroughly before leaving Japan. We strongly recommend that you join an insurance plan and prepare yourself in case of an emergency. There are also services offered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Japanese nationals who are staying or residing overseas, so make sure you register for these services.
Crisis Management To protect yourself from pickpockets, luggage theft, and threats of kidnapping, blackmail, and terrorism, make sure to follow the news and check the Travel Information page on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website regarding the latest security information, threats of terrorist attacks, political situation, crime trends and methods, etc. - Do not act under the same intuition as you do in Japan. - Have the awareness that you are the only person who can protect yourself from danger. - Always have emergency numbers on hand (e.g. the local embassy/consulate and emergency numbers for your university). - Familiarize yourself with emergency numbers (police, medical, and fire) in the country. - Never go into or near areas that are politically unstable or unsafe. Try to avoid being out alone at night as much as possible. Do not go into or near areas that locals avoid. - Do not carry large amounts of cash or valuables with you. - Do not easily trust strangers, even if they are from your home country. - Do not talk about politics, specific countries and races, religion, customs, and culture loudly in public. - Never take drugs, such as stimulants. Do not agree to look after or carry luggage of a stranger or anyone you do not know well. - If you are caught up in trouble, consult your embassy/consulate, the local police, etc. - Keep a copy or note down numbers of your passport, credit card, flight ticket, travel insurance, etc.
Health Management Try to research beforehand the climate and the latest information on the medical situation and infectious diseases in the destination country and what to do to avoid getting infected. - Confirm the location of medical institutions/hospitals close to where you will be staying. - Get travel vaccinations for diseases you are at risk of in the destination country. - If you have pre-existing medical conditions or chronic health issues, have a medical report prepared in the language of the destination country. Be sure to take an adequate supply of prescription medication for the duration of your study abroad. - Be sure to eat adequately, and be careful when drinking tap water or when eating raw foods or vegetables. - Take non-prescriptive medication you are likely to use whilst abroad. - If you are stressed, talk to your family, friends, a counselor at Keio’s Student Counseling Room, a student counsellor at the overseas institution, etc.
Websites on Crisis Management and Health Management - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Overseas Safety HP: http://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/ (Japanese language only) - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Overseas safety pamphlet: http://www.anzen.mofa.go.jp/pamph/pdf/tora_2017.pdf (Japanese language only) - Japanese International Cooperation Agency, Countries & Regions (information on living conditions by country): http://www.jica.go.jp/english/countries/index.html - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Medical situation around the world: http://www.mofa.go.jp/mofaj/toko/medi/index.html (Japanese language only) - Quarantine Information Office, Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare FORTH: http://www.forth.go.jp/ (Japanese language only) - National Institute of Infectious Diseases: http://www.nih.go.jp/niid/en/
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Overseas Residential Registration Japanese nationals who intend to stay or reside in a foreign country must register the details of their stay using one of the following services provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. - Registration to “Tabireg” by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (service for travelers staying at their destination country for less than 3 months) https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/ (Japanese language only) - ORR net: online registration system for Overseas Residential Registration (service for travelers staying at their destination country for more than 3 months) https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/RRnet/ (Japanese language only)
7. Culture Shock Whilst abroad, by being exposed to a different culture and language, everything you know or have acquired until now may seem unnecessary or irrelevant, and you may experience a culture shock. Culture shock manifests itself in various forms but some symptoms can be anxiety toward the future, eating disorders, depression, and fatigue. If you feel that you may be experiencing culture shock, here are some of the signs to look out for.
1) Main symptoms ① You feel isolated, frustrated, or nervous. ② You become severely homesick. ③ You become emotional. ④ While at university, you cling to people from your home country. ⑤ You start to question why you are studying abroad in the first place. ⑥ You start to withdraw from people and you find it tiresome to speak the language of that country.
2) Recovery ① Don’t get too caught up in what is happening now. ② Remind yourself what your goals are. ③ Don’t judge things or people based on Japanese values/values of your home country. ④ Write down what you are going through and how you are feeling. ⑤ Don’t isolate yourself and seek help.
When you return to your home country, you may also experience a reverse culture shock. You may have psychological symptoms such as a sense of isolation, fatigue, a desire to return to the place you were, feelings of anger and hopelessness towards your home country, coupled with physical symptoms. Depending on the person, reverse culture shock may be more severe than the culture shock experienced while abroad. Here are some ways to deal with reverse culture shock. ① Write down what you are feeling and thinking, such as the values, customs, and behavior of people in your home country that makes you feel uncomfortable, how you feel you have changed through the study abroad experience, and how these changes have affected your relationship with your family and friends. ② Meet other study abroad returnees with whom you can share your experiences and learn how they overcame culture shock. ③ Contact local friends you made while studying abroad and seek many opportunities to come in contact with the culture of the country you were studying in. ④ While abroad, prepare yourself psychologically for the possibility of experiencing reverse culture shock by talking to people and thinking about it.
- 15 - IV. Procedures for Returning to Keio University after Your Study Abroad 1. Submit a Notice of Returning to Study After returning to Japan from studying abroad, make sure submit a Notice of Returning to Study (“Shugaku Todoke”) immediately to your faculty/ graduate school. Complete the online course registration and apply for transfer of credits, if necessary.
2. Looking back at your study abroad experiences After you have completed the program, try and look back on your experiences to determine whether you have fulfilled your objectives and how you would like to make use of them in your future career. Straight after returning to Japan, you may find yourself with many things to do, such as completing various formalities or job hunting. However, take some time to reflect on your experiences while they are still fresh, so that you can organize your thoughts and make the most out of those experiences beyond university. We recommend that you consider the following aspects and write them down. Students who participated in a student exchange program are required to submit a report. This will allow them to engage in the same reflection process, so try to work on the report as soon as you return to Japan. - To what extent do you think you have fulfilled your study abroad objectives? - What have you gained by studying abroad and what were the good and bad points about your experiences? - How have you changed or grown through studying abroad? - How would you like to use your experiences in your future career?
3. Participate in international exchange programs at Keio University The International Center organizes various international exchange programs (for more details, refer to page 40 "X. International Exchange at Keio"). Take advantage of your study abroad experiences and proactively support international students studying at Keio as a host or take classes conducted in English with international students in order to maintain your language ability, as these experiences will lead to new awareness.
- 16 - V. Procedures within Keio University 1. Application for Study Abroad You must pick up an Application for Study Abroad form “(Kokugai Ryugaku Shinseisho)” at the Academic Affairs Office of your faculty/graduate school and submit the completed form with the required documents (e.g. acceptance letter and course syllabus) to the Academic Affairs Office of your undergraduate faculty/graduate school. The academic affairs office will then instruct you to meet with your Academic Advisor (for graduate students this will depend on the graduate school). Final approval for study abroad will be determined at the Faculty Meeting, and the results will be sent by post to your guarantor. Make sure that you apply well in advance so that you can receive approval to study abroad before you need to leave Japan. Procedures may be different depending on the faculty/graduate school or campus, so please check with the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school.
2. Tuition Fees while Studying Abroad A brief outline is given below. For further information, ask the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school.
1) Undergraduate students who entered Keio University in 2009 or after ① Tuition fees for students who have obtained approval for Study Abroad (“Ryugaku”) a) For those newly enrolled at Keio University, the first year tuition fees must be paid in full to Keio University in accordance with the university’s basic policy that Keio students should spend the first year studying at Keio University. b) If the student is on a study abroad program (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University, and the agreement specifies that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, that student will pay the full tuition fees for Keio University. c) If the student is on a study abroad program (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University, and the agreement does not specify that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, tuition fees for Keio University for the semester(s) spent studying abroad will be subject to reduction. However, this does not apply to fees that Keio University collects by proxy such as seminar fees and student government fees. d) In cases other than b) or c), reduction of tuition fees, facilities fees and experiment and practical training fees will apply for the semester(s) spent studying abroad after the first enrollment year at Keio, starting from the first year of study abroad. e) Reduction of tuition fees will apply for a maximum period of four semesters. Although tuition fees at Keio are not subject to reduction for students on study abroad programs (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University in which the agreement specifies that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, the study abroad period will be handled in the same manner, and exemption from paying tuition fees at the partner institution will apply for a maximum period of four semesters. f) Ask the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty regarding procedures for tuition reduction.
② Tuition fees for students who are studying abroad on a Temporary Leave of Absence (“Kyugaku”) Reduction of tuition fees, facilities fees and experiment and practical training fees will apply while the student is on a Temporary Leave of Absence.
- 17 - 2) Graduate students who entered Keio University in 2013 or after ① Tuition fees for students who have obtained approval for Study Abroad (“Ryugaku”) a) If the student is on a study abroad program (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University, and the agreement specifies that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, that student will pay the full tuition fees for Keio University. b) If the student is on a study abroad program (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University, and the agreement does not specify that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, tuition fees for Keio University for the semester(s) spent studying abroad will be subject to reduction (maximum of two semesters). However, this does not apply to fees that Keio University collects by proxy such as seminar fees, student government fees, and student health insurance union fees. c) In cases other than a) or b), reduction of tuition fees, facilities fees and experiment and practical training fees will apply for the semester(s) studying abroad. Reduction of tuition fees will apply for a maximum period of six semesters. Although tuition fees at Keio are not subject to reduction for students on study abroad programs (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University in which the agreement specifies that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, the study abroad period will still be handled in the same manner, and exemption from paying tuition fees at the partner institution will apply for a maximum period of six semesters. d) Ask the staff in charge of academic affairs for your graduate school regarding procedures for tuition reduction. ② Tuition fees for students who are studying abroad on a Temporary Leave of Absence (“Kyugaku”) Reduction of tuition fees facilities fees and experiment and practical training fees will apply while the student is on a Temporary Leave of Absence.
3) Undergraduate students who entered Keio University before 2009 and graduate students who entered Keio University before 2011 Tuition fees are handled differently depending on whether the student will be participating in an exchange program or is a privately financed student. Exchange program: A study abroad program based on MoUs (including student exchange agreements) signed with overseas universities, faculties, or graduate schools Privately financed program: A study abroad program other than exchange programs
① Tuition fees for students who have obtained approval for Study Abroad a) If the student is on a study abroad program (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University, and the agreement specifies that tuition fees at the partner university are waived, that student will pay the full tuition fees for Keio University. b) For double degree programs, tuition fees are handled differently depending on the partner institution, so make sure to check with the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school. c) If the student is financing their own study abroad, reduction of tuition fees for Keio will be handled on a semester basis, and tuition fees, registration fees, facilities fees and experiment and practical training fees (hereafter “tuition fees, etc.”) will be reduced by 50% for that semester(s) (fees are based on the academic year that semester[s] falls under). d) Reduction of tuition fees will apply for a maximum period of four semesters (six semesters for graduate students). Although tuition fees at Keio are not subject to reduction for students on study abroad programs (including double degree programs) at an institution that is in a partnership with Keio University in which the agreement specifies that the tuition fees at the partner university are waived, the study abroad period will be handled in the same manner, and exemption from paying tuition fees at the partner institution will apply for a maximum period of four semesters (six semesters for graduate students).
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② Tuition fees for students who are studying abroad on a Temporary Leave of Absence Reduction of tuition fees and experiment and practical training fees will not apply while the student is on a Temporary Leave of Absence.
3. Application for Transfer of Credits When students who have obtained approval for study abroad as prescribed in Article 153 of the Keio University Undergraduate Faculty Rules and Regulations and Article 124 of the Keio University Graduate School Rules and Regulations, go overseas to study, credits earned at the overseas institution—up to 30 credits for the undergraduate level (60 credits for the faculties of Economics, Policy Management, Environment and Information Studies, and Nursing and Medical Care) and up to 10 credits for the graduate level—may be transferred and counted toward credits required for graduation/completion of your degree at Keio University. Upon application, up to one year of study abroad can be counted as the enrollment period at Keio University. However, for doctoral students in the Graduate School of Medicine or who are Pharmacy majors in the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, up to two years of study abroad can be counted as the enrollment period at Keio University. For details, ask the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school before you go abroad. Refer to the chart below regarding application for the transfer of credits.
▼ After the decision to study abroad is finalized
Meet with your Academic Advisor. If you wish to transfer credits back to Keio, the number of transferrable credits for the courses you took abroad STEP 1 will be determined after you return to Japan. However, before you go abroad, you need to submit to the Academic Affairs Office of your faculty/graduate school the Application for Study Abroad form along with materials on the courses you wish to take while abroad. Before you consult your Academic Advisor, make sure you first thoroughly research the courses available at the overseas institution.
▼ While studying abroad
Keeping documents related to classes STEP 2 Keep all the necessary documents for applying for transfer of credits, such as syllabi, course descriptions, class notes, etc.
▼ After studying abroad
Submit an Application for the Transfer of Credits to the staff in charge of academic affairs for your
faculty/graduate school. STEP 3 Submit the necessary documents from the university you studied abroad at such as academic transcripts, syllabi, course descriptions, and class notes. *You may need to set a meeting with your Academic Advisor. STEP 4 Approval at the Faculty Meeting STEP 5 Courses and number of credits approved for transfer of credits *You may also be permitted to advance to the next year.
4. Course Registration, Advancing to the Next Year, and Graduation Matters regarding course registration, advancing to the next year, and graduation are handled differently based on the rules and regulations of the faculty/graduate school you belong to, your grades, and which courses you have registered. After reading the course registration guidelines of your faculty/graduate school regarding how these matters are handled if you study abroad, make sure to ask a staff member in charge of academic affairs, your Academic Advisor before you go abroad. Depending on the timing of your return to Japan, you might not be able to advance to next year and graduate at the timing you planned to. Make sure to check in advance with the staff in charge of academic affairs for your faculty/graduate school.
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- 20 - VI. Study Abroad Scholarships Most study abroad scholarships only take applications once a year, and as the application period and eligibility requirements are restricted, make sure that you gather information on scholarships as soon as possible.
① Keio University Exchange Student Scholarship (Outbound) This scholarship is awarded to students on the Keio University Exchange Program (Outbound) for which Keio University International Center conducts the application and selection process. A scholarship amount of 500,000 yen is provided to scholarship students before they depart Japan (around 30 students per year are selected).
② Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Student Exchange Support Program (Scholarship for Short-term Study Abroad) This scholarship is awarded to students on the Keio University Exchange Program (Outbound) for which Keio University International Center conducts the application and selection process. The monthly scholarship amount is 60,000–100,000 yen depending on the region/country you will be studying in (around 70 students will be selected for the 2017 scholarship). Study abroad programs other than above that are eligible for the scholarship will be announced by the faculties/graduate schools organizing the study abroad programs.
③ TOMODACHI Sumitomo Corporation Scholarship Program (undergraduate students only) This scholarship is awarded to exchange students who will study in one of Keio’s partner institutions in the US. Scholarship students will be given 1,5000,000 yen (around one student will be selected for the 2017 scholarship) .
④ Sato Yo International Scholarship Foundation scholarship for Japanese exchange students This scholarship is awarded to exchange students who will study in one of Keio’s partner institutions in Southeast Asia.
⑤ Bai Xian Asia Institution BXAI Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program This scholarship is awarded to exchange students who will study in one of the institutions that locate in China, Taiwan or Korea and participate in Bai Xian Asia Institution. Scholarship students will be given US$12,500 and fees regarding BXAI Summer Program which students must participate after studying aboard (around 2 students will be selected for the 2017 scholarship).
⑥ Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarship loans for short-term study abroad (Category 2 Loans) This is an interest-bearing scholarship loan and is for students who will study abroad for more than three months to less than one year while being enrolled at Keio University. For students who are on a study abroad program (e.g. double degree programs) that requires more than one year to obtain a degree at the overseas institution and the degree is approved from Keio, the scholarship loan period may be extended up to two years. This scholarship loan requires advance application in which students apply before being admitted to the overseas institution. http://www.jasso.go.jp/saiyou/tanki_ryuugaku.html (Japanese language only)
⑦ Japan Public-Private Partnership Student Study Abroad Program— TOBITATE! Young Ambassador Program This is a scholarship provided not only to students who plan to study abroad in overseas institutions and other educational organizations, but also to students who plan to go overseas to undertake an internship or to pursue a project proposed by the students themselves. The grant includes the scholarship, as well as financial support for pre-training fees and tuition fees. Undergraduate students: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/tobitate_scholarship.html (Japanese language only) Graduate students: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/tobitate_scholarship_grad.html (Japanese language only)
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⑧ Scholarships administered by designated organizations (118-Nen Mita-kai and 120-Nen Mita-kai scholarships for study abroad) (undergraduate students only) These scholarships are for Keio students who satisfy all the following criteria: they have obtained approval for Study Abroad; they have been admitted to the overseas institution; and they will depart for their study abroad program by March 2018. An annual amount of 100,000 yen from 118-Nen Mita-kai and 300,000 yen from 120- Nen Mita-kai are granted to a small number of scholarship students every year.
⑨ Keio University 150th Anniversary Global Studies Scholarship (undergraduate students only) This scholarship is to assist students who are motivated to study, but are otherwise not able to pursue education opportunities abroad (e.g. short-term study abroad and language training abroad) due to financial difficulties. The scholarship amounts are 100,000 yen, 200,000 yen, or 300,000 yen depending on the courses to be taken at the study abroad institution, the study abroad program, and the destination region/country. For the 2017 academic year, around 41 students will be selected for the scholarship (including students on short-term study abroad programs organized by the International Center). Keio University exchange students (outbound) are not eligible for this scholarship.
⑩ Istituto Italiano di Cultura/Italian Government Scholarships This scholarship is based on an agreement between Istituto Italiano di Cultura and Keio University in which Keio University recommends scholarship candidates (graduate level) to study abroad in Italy’s national universities or art, music, and research institutes, etc. (Please note that in some years, the scholarship may not be available due to the circumstances of the Italian government.) http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/italia.html (Japanese language only)
⑪ Scholarships offered by the study abroad university or country, etc. Partner institutions may offer scholarships to Keio University exchange students (outbound). Please refer to the website information provided in each institution. For information regarding scholarships awarded by foreign governments and other organizations, please refer to the links below. http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/scholarship_foreign/ http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/scholarship_foreign_ongoing/
⑫ Other scholarships Other scholarships include the Keidanren Scholarship for Global-minded Human Resources, GYOMU Super Japan Dream Foundation scholarship for study abroad, Hanwa Scholarship Foundation, Mizuho International Foundation, INOAC International Education and Scholarship Foundation, and Saitama Window to the World Scholarship, and US-Japan Council Toshizo Watanabe Scholarship. Please refer to the link below for scholarships offered by private and other organizations. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/private.html (Japanese language only
⑬ Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Student Exchange Support Program (Graduate Scholarship for Degree Seeking Students) This scholarship is for students going abroad to study to obtain a master's or doctoral degree. http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/scholarship_jasso/ (Japanese language only)
⑭ Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Scholarship loans for those wishing to study abroad (Category 2 Loans) This is an interest-bearing scholarship loan and is for students who will study at an overseas institution (at the undergraduate or graduate level). This scholarship loan requires advance application in which students apply before being admitted to the overseas institution. http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/scholarship_jasso/ (Japanese language only)
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⑮ Japan Public-Private Partnership Student Study Abroad Program— TOBITATE! Young Ambassador Program This is a scholarship provided not only to students who plan to study abroad in overseas institutions and other educational organizations, but also to students who plan to go overseas to undertake an internship or to pursue a project proposed by the students themselves. The grant includes the scholarship, as well as financial support for pre-training fees and tuition fees. Undergraduate students: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/tobitate_scholarship.html (Japanese language only) Graduate students: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/tobitate_scholarship_grad.html (Japanese language only)
⑯ Other scholarships For more information on scholarships for students studying abroad for more than one year, refer to the links below. There are different kinds of scholarships such as the Keidanren Ishizaka Memorial Foundation scholarship for graduate students and the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program, so check the application requirements for each scholarship. •Scholarships provided by private organizations: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/private.html (Japanese language only) •Scholarships provided by foreign governments: http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/scholarship_foreign_ongoing/
[Where to submit applications and direct inquires] Scholarships ①, ②, ③, ④, ⑤, and ⑩ are handled by the International Exchange Services Group, Office of Student Services. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/scholarship/ (Japanese language only)
Scholarships ⑥, ⑧, ⑨, and ⑭ are handled by the Office of Student Services Scholarships and Financial Assistance Group. Details of each scholarship can be found in “慶應義塾大学奨学金案内” (Handbook on scholarships at Keio University) or on the bulletin boards on your campus.
Scholarships ⑦, ⑬, and ⑮ are handled by the Office of Student Services Scholarships and Financial Assistance Group. Check for information in the links above.
Scholarships ⑪, ⑫, and ⑯ are handled in differently. Some scholarships require the students to apply through Keio University and some to apply directly to the organization. Check for information in the links above and contact the appropriate departments or organizations. However, in the case when partner institutions are awarding scholarships to Keio outbound exchange students, the Office of Student Services International Exchange Services Group will directly contact students with scholarship information after they become a candidate for the student exchange program for that specific partner university.
Information on scholarships Besides the website above, the pamphlet on JASSO’s website also offers information on scholarships. It is available for download. Information on study abroad scholarships: http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/ (Japanese language only) http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/publication/ (Japanese language only)
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Job hunting for students returning from study abroad varies depending on individual circumstances (particularly the date of return to Japan), but for students who are in their fourth year in the 2017 academic year (graduating in March 2018) the following is a (likely) general flow for job hunting, so please use it as a reference. Major changes are planned in regards to job hunting in/after 2017 as well as in 2016. According to the guidelines of the Japan Business Federation which decides the general direction of job hunting, recruitment activities (company information sessions, etc.) will begin in March for students in their third year, and employment screening (interviews, etc.) will be pushed forward from August to June for students in their fourth year. However, this cannot be said for certain as company recruitment processes can be unpredictable and unclear (such as when interviews are held), so caution is required.
Because many students usually come back to Japan from study abroad between May and July, you may need to plan job hunting schedule differently from that of students staying in Japan. It is needless to say that you have less information if you start job hunting after studying abroad. Thus it is recommended you engage in gathering information through the Internet during study abroad.
For details on the entire job hunting process, please see the Job Hunting Guidebook (Japanese language only) which is available at the Placement and Careers section at the Office of Student Services. The Placement and Careers section also offers individual consultations, so if you have any questions please use this service. For those on the Keio University Exchange Program, travelling back to Japan during term times for job hunting purposes or cutting the study abroad period short and returning to Japan is not permitted under any circumstances while studying at the host university.
1. Registering for Materials and Applications Registering to employment agencies is done by online application. We recommend having the materials sent to your Japanese address.
2. Using Employment Agencies Some of the large employment agencies hold recruiting events overseas targeted at study abroad students. In some cities in Europe and the US (such as Boston), there are also job fairs that are attended by human resources staff from various companies.
3. Visiting the Regional Mita-kai (Alumni Association) There is much to be learned from Keio alumni who are working, for example, at local companies or overseas branches of Japanese companies, so we recommend that before departing for your study abroad you find out the contact details for the Mita-kai chapter in that area and make an effort to go. Keio Rengo Mita-kai website: http://www.rengo-mitakai.keio.ac.jp/ (Japanese language only)
4. How to Approach Companies Many companies publicize their vacancies on the Internet, and for most companies, request for company materials are done through the websites of employment agencies, so make full use of the Internet when requesting materials or researching companies.
If you have found the companies you would like to apply to, inform them as soon as possible of your willingness to take the recruitment examination, even while you are still abroad, and of details such as your planned date of return and wait for their instruction on how to proceed.
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Job Hunting Schedule g Flowchart This is just a general example of the sequence for job hunting, so please take into account factors such as the period and destination of your study abroad, whether you are able to graduate in September, your preferred industry and occupation, etc. Also, be aware that companies’ recruitment schedule may be altered due to changes in their recruitment activities and employment situations.
3rd year 4th year
September October November December January February March April May June July August September October November December January February March April
Returning to Study Abroad (in Overseas) Fall Semester (in Japan) Japan/Holiday
Register with an employment S E Gathering the Information support website t x S u c Companies continue Apply for jobs t d h with Job Hiring activities G a e a r Company Briefing Sessions and Seminars n n r a t g t d s e Interviews/Job offer u W a o t r O i k t o U h i n e Register with n i Gathering the Information i r an employment support website n n v g e S Companies continue with Job Hiring K Apply for jobs r t e activities s u i i d Company Briefing Sessions and o t e Seminars y n t s Interviews/Job offer
(As of April 2017)
*For those who will graduate in the following academic year after returning from their study abroad, the job hunting process is the same as for regular students. *The above is a general job hunting schedule for fourth-year students in the 2017 academic year. Please be aware that this is purely a rough estimate (particularly concerning actual screening processes such as interviews)
Job Hunting Guide for International Students The guidebook on JASSO’s website also offers information about Job Hunting for International Students in Japan. It is available for download. Job Hunting Guide for International Students: http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/study_j/job/guide.html
- 25 - VIII. Programs Organized by Various Departments
within Keio University
1. Programs Organized by the International Center 1) Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Summer/Spring) For those who, before planning a long-term study abroad of one year or longer, want to utilize their summer or spring holidays and experience studying abroad, or for those who want to improve their foreign language ability, it may be worthwhile participating in a short-term study abroad program (Summer/Spring) organized by the International Center or a program organized by a partner university. The latest information is published on the International Center website, so please follow the links below. • Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Summer): http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/short_prog/summer_prog_index.html (Japanese language only) • Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Spring): http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/short_prog/spring_prog_index.html (Japanese language only)
Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Summer) . Overview Study Themes Locatio Schedule Max Application Cr Expenses (excluding n No. Period ed travel) of its Stude nts University of Study at Notre Dame—a university US-Japan Business, that is famous for its prowess in sports, Japan & the World- USA From early 15 Notre Dame including American football. This Intercultural August (for Approx. 500,000 yen program is aimed at improving Business South (2 weeks) under 2 English proficiency and specialist Communication, Bend, gradua knowledge in your major field through American Studies Chicago te lectures that place emphasis on US studen politics, society, and business and off- ts) campus learning. College of Study multiple aspects of American US History, culture alongside local students at the US Society, William and renowned East Coast university, Japan‐US USA From early Mary William & Mary, which prides itself comparison August Early April on being the oldest university in William (2 weeks) 35-40 Approx. 600,000 yen America behind Harvard, and for sburg, (Applications for 4 producing three former US Presidents Washin the 2017 Academic including Thomas Jefferson, who gton, Year have closed) drafted the Declaration of D.C. Independence.
University of Study about the foundations of Sustainable Business USA From early Sustainable Business at the University August 30-35 Washington of Washington, one of the oldest state- Seattle (3 weeks) run universities on the US West Coast, Approx. 650,000 yen through group work conducted 4 alongside local students and fieldworks that allow students to experience the magnificent nature surrounding the university. University of The first two weeks is for intensive Science, UK From early 62 language training, and for the last two International August Cambridge, weeks participants choose to take Relations Cambrid (4 weeks) Approx. 750,000 yen Downing lectures from several subjects. On top ge 4 College of improving their English ability, participants can immerse themselves in their chosen major and broaden their knowledge. Oxford This program is held at Christ College British Society UK From mid 50 which has produced 13 British prime Today, August University, ministers as well as philosopher John International Oxford (4 weeks) Approx. 1,000,000 yen Christ Church Locke. Participants have intensive Business, 4 College English language training in the International mornings, and in the afternoons they Relations take academic lectures, based on their choices from the several subjects. . Oxford Study British history, politics, and British History and UK From late 20 culture through lectures and debates, Politics, August University, theater workshops. Students would Oxford (2 weeks) Approx. 450,000 yen Lincoln have the opportunity to visit the actual 4 College theater. Experience the Oxford-style education that has over the last 800 years produced so many great minds. *All program fees are subject to change based on the exchange rates. *Please take into account that other expenses would be necessary in addition to the above program fees, including travel expenses, overseas travel insurance and crisis management support services, personal expenses during free time, etc.
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Short-term Study Abroad Programs (Spring) Overview Study Location Schedule No. Application Cred Expenses (excluding Themes of Period its travel) Stud ents Sciences Po This program is based the lectures on Politics, France From mid 20 4 Approx. 600,000 yen politics, economics, societies, and economics, February (The language cultures of the EU. There is also French societies, and Paris (4 weeks) of instruction is language training and field trips to cultures of the English) organizations related to the EU. EU The University Study theories of International Relations International Australia From mid- 15-20 2 Approx. 350,000 yen both academically and practically. Relations February From mid- of Queensland Besides the lectures, participants have Brisbane (2 weeks) October- late intensive English language training, and November also have the opportunity to attend Canberra various field trips, where they could perceive the structure of politics as well as economics in Australia. The University of Study global business management, Global Australia From mid 20 2 Approx. 450,000 yen Sydney cross-cultural communication, and business February Australian culture from various management, Sydney (3 weeks) perspectives at the renowned University Cross-cultural of Sydney, Australia's the oldest communicatio university in Australia. n Tufts University The goal of the program are to provide US Foreign USA From late 10-15 TBD Approx. 400,000 yen an overview of US foreign policy in East Policy in East Medford February Asia and US perspectives toward Japan; Asia (2 weeks) promote discussion and debate in the English language; and offer an experience of lectures and discussion in leading universities in the US. Singapore Study in two countries--Asia's economic Social Singapore From mid 10-15 TBD Approx. 350,000 yen hub, Singapore, and the fast-growing Innovation Indonesia February Management Indonesia--to learn about solutions to Yogyakarta (3 weeks) University social issues, its methodologies and social enterprise models. The program also offers field work related to these topics. *All program fees are subject to change based on the exchange rates. *Please take into account that other expenses would be necessary in addition to the above program fees, including travel expenses, overseas travel insurance and crisis management support services, personal expenses, etc.
- 27 - 2) Yonsei-Keio-Rikkyo-Fudan Leadership Forum Outline Participants stay together at the same accommodation and while interspersing sightseeing trips to nearby attractions, this program aims to facilitate exchange and deepen understanding of East Asia through discussions and lectures on issues in the East Asian region centered on Japan, China, and Korea. This is a student-led program in which students are actively involved in developing the program. Location Rotates every year among the four universities (in 2017, China’s Fudan University was the host and in 2018, Korea’s Yonsei University will host the forum.) Schedule One week from early~mid August No. of Places Available 8 Application Period Around April-May (Applications for the 2017 Academic Year have closed) Transferable Credits None Participation Fee Participation and accommodation is free (In years when it is held overseas, travel expenses, overseas travel insurance and crisis management support service, and other personal expenses are to be borne by the participant) Website http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/short_prog/leadership/english_overview
2. Programs Organized by the Undergraduate Faculties and Graduate Schools Many faculties and graduate schools also have their own international exchange programs. For more details, visit the website for the relevant faculty/graduate school or contact the person in charge.
Faculty of Letters & Graduate School of Letters
The Faculty of Letters and the Graduate School of Letters run the following overseas programs:
(1)Short-term Study Abroad Program at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, King’s College London Content Based on a partnership agreement between Keio University Graduate School of Letters and King’s College London (hereafter “KCL”), this is a non-credit bearing and intensive short-term study abroad program at the graduate level. Students on the program will take courses and lectures from KCL’s MA courses (postgraduate taught programs) at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities that correspond to his/her theme and field of study. Students may be eligible to receive a scholarship from the Graduate School of Letters. The application period is around January to February (tentative) every year. As KCL prescribes a minimum level of English ability for study abroad students, applicants must provide results from IELTS etc. along with the application. Duration Maximum of 1 year from September Eligibility Master’s student or full-time degree students in a doctoral program in the Graduate School of Letters Credits Credits earned while studying abroad may be approved upon application
(2) Double Degree Program (German National Academic Foundation [Studienstiftung] Japan Program) The Graduate School of Letters master’s program has since the 2010 academic year implemented a double degree program with Martin Luther University of Halle-Wittenberg (hereafter “MLU”). This program is managed with the support of the German National Academic Foundation and Haniel Foundation. The admission quota is limited to a few students, who will receive a scholarship (details are posted on the website for Keio Student, Graduate School of Letters (Japanese only) every spring. Please also refer to the Graduate School of Letters website). Selections will be made during the Spring Semester. Through this program, students will acquire an excellent command of the Japanese and the German languages, which will enable them to conduct research in various fields. This will lead them to deepen their understanding of Japanese and German society and culture and to serve as key players in the future as specialists in both Japanese and German society. For this reason, the program particularly emphasizes exchange between students. This program allows participants to earn master’s degrees from both the Keio University Graduate School of Letters and from MLU (Intercultural German Studies). During the two-year master’s program, two semesters will be spent studying abroad at MLU. Credits earned at MLU and approved by the Graduate School of Letters can be transferred as credits toward graduation requirements. Tuition fees while studying abroad at MLU are waived based on the student exchange agreement. Furthermore, students can take language training courses before going abroad, and while at MLU students can receive regular language support in German (language support for classes and writing thesis) that suits their level of proficiency under a tutor program (applications are required before leaving for the study abroad). We warmly welcome the active participation of students currently enrolled at the Graduate School of Letters who are using German to research literature, philosophy, ethics, aesthetics, art history, history, archaeology, ethnology, social thought, social history, etc.
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(1) Student Exchange Program The Faculty and Graduate School of Economics organize their own exchange programs with the following partner institutions.
Partner Institution Target Students HEC Paris (France) Students from the Faculty of Economics (3rd and 4th year) University of South Carolina, Darla Moore Students from the Faculty of Economics (2nd year and above) School of Business (USA) University of California, Education Abroad Students from the Faculty of Economics or Graduate School of Economics Program (USA) Bocconi University (Italy) Students from the Faculty of Economics or Graduate School of Economics University of Cologne, Faculty of Management, Students from the Faculty of Economics or Graduate School of Economics Economics and Social Sciences (Germany) Yonsei University, College of Commerce and Students from the Faculty of Economics or Graduate School of Economics Economics (Korea) University of Mannheim (Germany) Students from the Faculty of Economics or Graduate School of Economics University of St.Gallen (Switzerland) Students from the Faculty of Economics (2nd year and above) or Graduate School of Economics Chulalongkorn University (Thailand) Students from the Faculty of Economics (2nd year and above) or Graduate School of Economics National Taiwan University (Taiwan) Students from the Faculty of Economics (2nd year and above) or Graduate School of Economics Universität Leipzig, Faculty of Economics and Students from the Faculty of Economics (from the Fall Semester of 2nd year) Management Science (Germany) or Graduate School of Economics Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, Faculty of Students from the Faculty of Economics (from the Fall Semester of 2nd year) Economics and Business Administration or Graduate School of Economics (Germany) Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Faculty of East Asian Students from the Graduate School of Economics Studies (Germany) University of Glasgow (UK) Students from the Faculty of Economics (2nd year and above) or Graduate School of Economics
(2) Double Degree Programs There are double degree programs at the undergraduate level with Bocconi University (Italy), and at both the undergraduate and graduate level with Sciences Po (France). (3) CEMS MIM The Graduate School of Economics implemented a CEMS* MIM (CEMS Master’s in International Management) program from the 2011 academic year. Participants who study abroad on this program and fulfill the prescribed requirements can earn a CEMS MIM (CEMS Master’s in International Management) degree in addition to their degree from the Graduate School of Economics. *CEMS is a global alliance of leading business schools and universities with multinational companies and NGOs.
For more details on the above programs, please see the following website: Faculty of Economics: http://www.econ.keio.ac.jp/undergraduate/abroad Graduate School of Economics: http://www.econ.keio.ac.jp/graduate/abroad
- 29 - Faculty of Law & Graduate School of Law
The Faculty and Graduate School of Law have signed exchange agreements with the following four universities, and students of the Faculty and Graduate School of Law are given priority for selection. Germany: Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, University of Freiburg Switzerland: University of Zurich China: Tsinghua Univesity
Graduate School of Human Relations
The Graduate School of Human Relations master’s program has since the 2014 academic year implemented a double degree program with Martin Luther UniversityHalle-Wittenberg (hereafter “MLU”). This program is managed with the support of the German National Academic Foundation and Haniel Foundation. The admission quota is limited to a few students, who will receive a scholarship (details are posted on the website for Keio Student, Graduate School of Human Relations (Japanese only) every spring.). Selections will be made during the Spring Semester. Through this program, students will acquire an excellent command of the Japanese and the German languages, which will enable them to conduct research in various fields. This will lead them to deepen their understanding of Japanese and German society and culture and to serve as key players in the future as specialists in both Japanese and German society. For this reason, the program particularly emphasizes exchange between students. This program allows participants to earn master’s degrees from both the Keio University Graduate School of Letters and from MLU (Intercultural German Language/German Language) in two years. During the two-year master’s program, two semesters will be spent studying abroad at MLU. Credits earned at MLU and approved by the Graduate School of Letters can be transferred as credits toward graduation requirements. Tuition fees while studying abroad at MLU are waived based on the student exchange agreement. Furthermore, students can take language training courses before going abroad, and while at MLU, students can receive regular language support in German (language support for classes and writing thesis ) that suits their level of proficiency under a tutor program (applications are required before leaving for the study abroad). We warmly welcome the active participation of students currently enrolled at the Graduate School of Human Relations and are using German to research literature, philosophy, ethics, aesthetics, art history, history, archaeology, ethnology, social thought, social history, etc. In addition, The Graduate School of Human Relations doctor’s program has a double-degree program with University of South Australia. Faculty of Business and Commerce & Graduate School of Business and Commerce
(1) Short-Term Study Abroad Program Faculty of Business and Commerce offers “Global Learning D/S” which includes a short-term study abroad at Carlson School of Management - University of Minnesota (4 or 2 credits).
(2) Exchange Program The Graduate School of Business and Commerce has its own exchange programs based on partnership agreements with the following two universities (selection process applies). Partner institutions and period abroad: Both are for master’s and doctoral courses.
① University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business http://www.sauder.ubc.ca/Programs/MBA/MBA_Full_Time/Program_Overview/International_Exchange_Program/Inbound_Excha nge Period: Term 1 (Late August-December) ② Copenhagen Business School, Department of International Economics and Management http://www.cbs.dk/en/international-outreach/international-students/guestexchange-student Period: In principle, only the Fall Semester (September-December, Spring semester (January-June).
- 30 - ― Application Guidelines for the 2016 Academic Year (reference only) ― Qualifications and activities at partner university: As an “exchange student” or “research student,” Keio students will participate in classes, seminars, and projects with regular graduate students at the partner university. Upon return to Japan, credits earned are transferrable.
Tuition fees and Tuition is waived, and the partner university will provide assistance in making arrangements such as accommodation. expenses Living expenses, travel expenses, etc., are borne by the participant, but 300,000 yen is provided as travel fee assistance for students enrolled in the Graduate School of Business & Commerce.
Eligibility Students must be enrolled in a master’s or doctoral program at the Keio University Graduate School of Business and Requirements Commerce and have the English ability to follow classes and join discussions at the host university. (Applications to ② Copenhagen Business School is also open to master’s and doctoral students in the Graduate School of Economics
who have equivalent English ability.)
Reference It is preferable to have the following TOEFL scores (① and ② correspond to the above universities): ①100 (iBT)/600 (PBT) / or a minimum IELTS score of 7.0
②91 (iBT)/577 (PBT) / or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5
(3) CEMS MIM From the 2012 academic year, the Graduate School of Business and Commerce has offered the CEMS MIM (CEMS Master's in International Management) program. CEMS is a global alliance of leading business schools and universities with multinational companies and NGOs. Participants who study abroad on this program and fulfill the prescribed requirements can earn a CEMS MIM (CEMS Master’s in International Management) degree in addition to their degree from the Graduate School of Business and Commerce.
School of Medicine & Graduate School of Medicine
The School and Graduate School of Medicine offer the following study abroad programs:
(1) The Summer Research School is a joint summer school between Keio University, Karolinska Institutet, Peking University, and King’s College London aimed at PhD candidates for around one month of intensive lectures and lab work. Participants to the program can earn credits.
(2) Short-term Study Abroad Program (International Clinical Clerkship) Aimed at fifth-year undergraduate students, this program supports students in going abroad to a partner institution for about one month for a short-term clinical clerkship. The clinical training at the host institution will replace the clinical training practical course at the Keio University School of Medicine. Host institutions include Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Columbia University Medical Center, Pennsylvania University Perelman School of Medicine, University of Minnesota Medical School, and more. http://www.med.keio.ac.jp/education/exchange.html
(3) Laos Primary Health Care Team Activity Program (for the three faculties in the medical sciences) Aimed at undergraduate students, this program trains students in primary health care and global health.
- 31 - Faculty of Science and Technology & Graduate School of Science and Technology
For details on programs for the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Graduate School of Science and Technology, please check the latest information on the website of the Office of Student Services (International) Keio University Faculty of Science and Technology: http://www.st.keio.ac.jp/contents/ic
(1) Double Degree Programs Double degree programs are structured to allow students to earn degrees from both institutions upon completing the curriculum, which is prepared based on agreements between Keio University and the partner institution. For each of the programs below, students can earn a master’s degree from the Keio University Graduate School of Science and Technology (Master of Science in Engineering or Master of Science), and a degree equivalent to a Master of Science in Engineering from the partner university.
Eligibility Faculty of Science and Technology students Host Institution Ecole Centrale Group (Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Supélec) (France) Duration Students finish the first two years of study at the Faculty of Science and Technology, and then from the fall of their third year they study for two years at the host institution. After returning to Japan, students enter the Graduate School of Science and Technology and complete their master’s.
Eligibility Graduate School of Science and Technology master’s students Host Institution Université catholique de Louvain (Belgium), Université libre de Bruxelles (Belgium), MINES ParisTech (France), IMT Atlantique (France)*, RWTH Aachen University (Germany), Technische Universität München (Germany), Politecnico di Milano (Italy), Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (Spain), Lund University, KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden), Duration From the Fall Semester of their first year of the master’s program, students study abroad for 1.5 years. Upon return to Japan, they advance to the second year of the master’s program and complete their degree. * Télécom Bretagne (2) France: Ecole Centrale de Nantes French Language & Culture Training Program Content A program to study French language and culture at the Ecole Centrale de Nantes. Participants can also have a homestay experience. Duration Approx. 6 weeks (between February-March) Eligibility Students across all levels and faculties/graduate schools at Keio University. In principle, those who have studied French and enrolled in second-year at the undergraduate level or above. Language French
(3) France: IMT Atlantique ( Language Training Program Content This is a language training program at IMT Atlantique (Telecom Bretagne), a French Grandes Ecoles in the field of telecommunications. Participants can study the French language in a multicultural environment alongside students from countries all over the world. Duration Approx. 3 weeks (August) Eligibility Students from the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Graduate School of Science and Technology. Language French
(4) Germany: Keio-Aachen Summer School Content Organized with the full cooperation of RWTH Aachen University, this is a short-term study abroad program held during the summer holiday period. In the mornings participants take German lessons, and in the afternoons there are introductory classes on engineering in English. Duration Approx. 3 weeks (August) Eligibility Students from the Faculty of Science and Technology who have studied German for at least one year. Language English, German
(5) Korea: Dong-Eui University Korean Language Training Program Content This is a program that comprises Korean language classes for beginners, field trips to learn about Korean culture, and more. Participants stay at a dormitory on campus. Duration Approx. 2 weeks Eligibility Students from the Faculty of Science and Technology and the Graduate School of Science and Technology. Language Korean
- 32 - (6) Germany: Keio-Aachen Spring School (http://www.rwth-aachen.de/) Content Organized with the full cooperation of RWTH Aachen University, this is a short-term study abroad program held during the spring holiday period. In addition to German language, students learn German culture through homestay and fieldwork. Duration Approx. 3 weeks (August) Eligibility Students across all levels and faculties/graduate schools at Keio University. Your German learning experience is considered during the selection. Language German
(7) IAESTE International Internships Content This is an overseas internship for engineering students through IAESTE (International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience), a company that coordinates internships. Duration Upon discussion with the other party, between two months and one year (usually 2-3 months) Eligibility Third- and fourth-year undergraduate students, graduate students Credits Upon application, it may be possible to have internship credits transferred.
(8) INNOVATE Content The objective of this training program is to broaden students’ knowledge and mind through meetings with business leaders active in cutting-edge international companies. Run by the University of Pittsburgh (USA), selected students studying in the field of science and technology from universities in the US and Asian region (including Keio University) will take part in exchange that transcends national boundaries. Duration Approx. 2 weeks Eligibility Third and fourth year undergraduate students, graduate students Language English
(9) Research Stay and Study Stay These are exchange programs specific to the field of science and technology based on exchange agreements with the Keio University Graduate School of Science and Technology. Before going abroad, students are expected to get in touch and correspond with faculty members at the host institution. The programs are recommended for those who wish to gain research experience or further their study in science and technology at an overseas university. These programs are for graduate students. Research theme, available courses, application method and period, and length and timing of the programs (between 3-12 months) differ according to the host university, so please refer to the website of the Office of Student Services (International) Keio University Faculty of Science and Technology, or the website of the respective overseas universities. Students are exempt from tuition fees and training fees at their host university. The conditions vary between universities, but students can tailor their own study abroad so that it focuses on their major field of study. Furthermore, the period abroad can be comparatively short, so they are made-to-order programs ideal for students of the Graduate School of Science and Technology. The Research Stay is a program where participants carry out research under a supervising faculty member, and the Study Stay is a program where participants take regular lectures held at the partner university.
Host Institutions France: Ecole Centrale Group (Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Supélec), Ecole Polytechnique, IMT Atlantique, MINES ParisTech, Ecole des Mines d'Albi-Carmaux, INSA Lyon, ENSTA ParisTech, Bordeaux Institute of
Technology (ENSEIB-MATMECA), EISTI
Germany: Leibniz Universität Hannover, RWTH Aachen University, Technische Universität München,
Universität Regensburg, University of Stuttgart
Belgium: The Université libre de Bruxelles, Université catholique de Louvain, Université de Liège
Denmark: Technical University of Denmark
Italy: Politecnico di Milano
Spain: Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya BarcelonaTech, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Universitat
Politècnica de València
Sweden: Linköping University, Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Lund University
Poland: University of Wrocław
Korea: Dong-Eui University
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Duration 3-12 months
No. of Participants A few per institution
Eligibility Students of the Graduate School of Science and Technology
Credits After review of the student’s chosen field of study, credits completed for the Research Stay program will be recognized as Overseas Research Activity A or B credits, and for Study Stay programs as Graduate School of
Science and Technology subject credits.
Faculty of Policy Management & Faculty of Environment and Information Studies
Students from the Faculty of Policy and Management and the Faculty of Environment and Information Studies who take Language Communication Courses (overseas language program) are able to earn credits (2 or 4 credits). The location, or whether the program will be held or not, is subject to change depending on the semester. For details, please refer to the Vol.3 Language Communication Course Guide (Japanese language) in SFC GUIDE2017. (http://www.gakuji.keio.ac.jp/sfc/pe/sfcguide.html）
Language Communication Courses held in the Spring and Summer of 2016
Arabic Jordan: Ali Baba International Center Malay Indonesia: Satya Wacana Christian University Korean Korea: Seoul National University Chinese China: Peking University Taiwan: National Taiwan Normal University
French France: CUEF Université Stendhal Grenoble 3, Alliance Française, CAVILAM (partner institution of Clermont-Ferrand) Spanish Spain: Letra Hispánica
German Germany: Universität Bonn, TU Dresden, Maximilias Universitaet Muenchen, Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt, Goethe-Institut Freiburg
Graduate School of Media and Governance
In the master’s program, there are double degree programs with Yonsei University (Korea) and Fudan University (China). In these programs, participants can earn two master’s degrees in two years (minimum); one from the Keio University Graduate School of Media and Governance and another either from Yonsei or Fudan. Furthermore, under the partnership agreements, students only pay the tuition for the Keio University Graduate School of Media and Governance, and are exempt from paying the tuition to the partner school. In general, during the two-year of this master’s program, students spend a period of one semester at the partner university.
Faculty of Nursing and Medical Care All study abroad programs are held during holiday periods. Overseas Study Tour on Comparative Health Policy II (2 credits) UK: Suffolk Campus University, and other health and medical facilities in the UK Overseas Clinical Practice in Nursing (2 credits) US: Mayo Clinic Primary Healthcare and Global Health II: Overseas Study Tour (2 credits) Laos: University of Health Sciences of Lao P.D.R., etc.
- 34 - Faculty of Pharmacy & Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences The Faculty of Pharmacy has signed academic exchange agreements with the following universities. For teaching hospitals in the US or Thailand, students will be selected from the Department of Pharmacy as “advanced hospital trainees abroad” and undergo 4-5 weeks of clinical training. Furthermore, the faculty receives pharmacy students from partner institutions for 4–6 weeks and is actively promoting international student exchange.
USA University of Washington School of Pharmacy, University of Iowa health and medical departments and the College of Pharmacy,
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences
Center School of Pharmacy
Thailand Khon Kaen University Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Besides those listed above, training related to primary healthcare and global health is given to undergraduate students through the Laos Primary Health Care Team Activity Program, which is run by the three faculties in the medical sciences. Additionally, those students could also have a chance to deepen their knowledge by attending the HR Developing Program on leading International Pharmaceutical Development and Restriction, which is conducted in U.S.A.
※Depending on the actual curriculum, there are also other terms when students could study abroad during summer and spring.
Graduate School of Business Administration
(1) International Exchange Program (3-4 month credit exchange program) Korea Yonsei University, KAIST China Tsinghua University School of Economics and Management, Fudan University, Shanghai Jiao Tong University Taiwan National Taiwan University Philippines Asian Institute of Management
Singapore National University of Singapore, Singapore Management University Thailand Chulalongkorn University
Australia The University of New South Wales
Canada York University
Colombia Business School, The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Dartmouth College Tuck School of Business ,
Duke University Fuqua School of Business, New York University Stern, Northwestern University Kellogg School of USA Management, Hawaii University, University of Pennsylvania The Wharton School, University of Minnesota Carlson School of Management, The University of Texas at Austin, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, University of Washington Foster School of Business, University of Michigan Ross School of Business, Indiana University Kelly School of Business, University of California Davis Business School Germany WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management, Technische Universität München, EBS Business School, Universität Mannheim
France ESSEC Business School, HEC Paris, NEOMA Business School, EMLYON Business School Italy SDA Bocconi School of Management Spain IESE Business School, IE Business School, ESADE Business School Sweden Stockholm School of Economics Norway The Norwegian School of Economics (NHH)
India Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, Indian Institute of Management Bangalore Belgium Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management
Denmark Copenhagen Business School Netherlands Delft University of Technology, Rotterdam School of Management Erasmus University
Brazil Fundação Getúlio Vargas São Paulo Israel Tel Aviv University South Africa University of the Witwatersrand
(2) Double Degree Programs There are also double degree programs with ESSEC Business School (France), WHU - Otto Beisheim School of Management (Germany), and HEC Paris (France). These are the programs where students, upon completion
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Graduate School of System Design and Management
The Graduate School of System Design and Management (SDM) runs exchange programs based on its own partnership agreements. It is possible to tailor the study abroad to the student’s needs, from centering it on taking classes, to carrying out research under a supervising faculty member at the partner institution. SDM encourages the study abroad and the number of slots secured allows for approximately 20% of all its students to take part in the exchange programs. For details on applying, refer to the following SDM website: http://www.sdm.keio.ac.jp/international/exchange.html
Netherlands: Delft University of Technology
France: INSA Toulouse Italy: Politecnico di Milano Switzerland: Swiss Federal Institutes of Technology in Zurich Host Institutions Denmark: University of Copenhagen UK: University of Cambridge*, US: Massachusetts Institute of Technology*, Purdue University*
Australia: Carnegie Mellon University in Australia
Duration 2-12 months Number of Students Each university sets its own number of slots (2-6 each) Eligibility Current SDM students
Credits After the study abroad, upon application and after passing the review, SDM subject credits would be offered to students. * Students will not be able to officially register for courses or earn credits as they will be studying abroad as a visiting scholar.
Graduate School of Media Design
The following study abroad programs are held at the Graduate School of Media Design (KMD).
(1) CEMS MIM (CEMS Master’s in International Management) Graduate students who partake in this program and fulfill the prescribed requirements can earn a CEMS MIM (CEMS Master’s in International Management) degree in addition to their master’s degree from Keio University (in Media Design). (2) GID (Global Innovation Design) Main Program During a 2.5 year period of study, students stay for a semester each at the Pratt Institute (New York, USA) and the Royal College of Art/Imperial College London (London, UK) and study innovation design. Graduate students who partake in this program and fulfill the prescribed requirements will be awarded a Keio University master’s degree (in Media Design) as well as a GID Program Certificate.
Law School The Law School has signed exchange agreements with the following institutions:
(1) Student Exchange (Credit Transfer)
North America Cornell Law school, Georgetown University Law center, William & Mary school of Law, the UCLA school of Law, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign College of Law, University of Washington School of Law, University of British Columbia Faculty of Law Asia Ewha womans University school of Law, Yonsei Law school, Sogang University Law school, Chonnam national University Law school, Chung-Ang Law School, Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU), Tsinghua University School of Law, National Taiwan University College of Law, Singapore Management University Oceania Melbourne Law School , University of Auckland Faculty of Law
Europe Sciences po Law school, Faculty of Law at the University of Zurich, the University Paris 13, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin and its Faculy of Law, School of Law Universität Hamburg
(2) US Law School One-Year Study Abroad Support Program (Degree Program)
- 36 - UCLA school of Law (Student dispatched from Keio in AY 2016), Cornell Law school(Students to be dispatched in AY 2017), University of Washington School of Law (3) Short-term Study Programs University of Washington School of Law (Summer holiday), Cornell Law school (Summer holiday), Melbourne Law School (Spring holiday) (4) Double Degree Program (University of Washington School of Law) Keio University Law School expects to enter into a formal double degree arrangement with the University of Washington School of Law. Under this arrangement, students will be able to apply credits from each school toward LL.M. degrees at both schools. A student will pay Keio tuition during the time resident at Keio, and U. Washington tuition during the time resident at U. Washington. A typical Keio student might enroll at Keio from Spring term, then study at U. Washington from September through March (fall and winter quarters), but would need to enroll at Keio Spring term after returning from U. Washington. UW currently offers LL.M. degrees in the following categories: Asian & Comparative Law Global Business Health Intellectual Property Sustainable International Development Tax General Law (5) Externship (OVERSEAS)（ASEAN /International Organization）：Summer or Spring holidays Local offices of ASEAN Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), etc. International Organization: Governmental organizations, non-governmental organizations, etc. Past Statistics Country Number of students 2015 United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (Vienna) 1 2015 JICA Laos 1 2015 UNCITRAL (Seoul, Korea) 1 2016 Vietnam and Cambodia 12
(6) Re-Inventing Japan Project―Support for the Formation of Collaborative Programs with ASEAN Universities Under the Re-Inventing Japan Project (established by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology), Keio University has been offering the "Human Resource Development Program through LL.M. for Asian Global Legal Professions (PAGLEP) in Collaboration with Universities in Mekong Countries" program since the 2016 academic year in which students are granted financial support (assistance with travel and accommodation expenses, etc.) to study abroad at one of the six partner universities in the Mekong countries, namely Hanoi Law University (Vietnam), University of Economics and Law (Vietnam), Pannasastra University (Cambodia), National University of Laos (Laos), Thammasat University (Thailand), and University of Yangon (Myanmar) for a short-term period (two weeks to six months) or a long-term period (one year).
- 37 - IX. Privately Financed Study Abroad At Keio University, studying abroad on programs that are not run by Keio—where primarily students apply directly and the tuition or program participation fees must be paid to the overseas university or organizing bodies—is called “privately financed study abroad.” There are various methods and programs for privately financed study abroad; however the following International Center website lists privately financed study abroad programs for which Keio has signed agreements either with the organizing bodies or with the overseas universities: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/private_prog/index.html
Privately Financed Study Abroad – Direct Applications Made to the Organizing Bodies Please direct any inquiries about these programs to the organizing bodies.
• Study Abroad Foundation (SAF) The SAF application guidelines are available at the Office of Student Services (International) section on each campus. In addition, SAF staff periodically give free consultations and information sessions at Mita Campus, Hiyoshi Campus, and SFC. Details are given on the International Center website. The SAF Japan Office also regularly holds counseling sessions. http://japan.studyabroadfoundation.org/
• UC California Academic Program (CAP Program) This is a special study abroad program for Japanese university students planned and run by UC Irvine and UC Riverside. This is the 9 months program where a student can combine the intensive English language learning and/or undergraduate credit courses (courses in Graduate level are excluded). http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/private_prog/cap.html
Besides those listed above, there are numerous companies and organizations that have privately financed study abroad programs, and the periods, length, and content vary greatly. Make sure you fully understand and agree to the content of the program and the fees before applying directly to the relevant organization and complete the application. Remember, this is your own responsibility.
Furthermore, in 2011 J-CROSS (Japan Commission for the Regulation of Overseas Study Services) was established. J-CROSS provides a system for certifying businesses that operate in the Japanese study abroad industry to help consumers who are considering study abroad to choose the appropriate study abroad service provider. You may also want to refer to their website. http://www.jcross.or.jp/english/
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・University of Pennsylvania Global Citizen Study Abroad Program (GCP): http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/private_prog/the_universiy_of_pennsylvania_global_citizen_study_abr oad_program.html (Japanese language only) GCP is a 4 months or 8 months program which offers intensive English courses and access to an Ivy League undergraduate credit course depending on the each student’s English level. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/private_prog/the_universiy_of_pennsylvania_global_citizen_study_abroad_ program.html
• Oxford University, Corpus Christi College: A student will start the study from the fall semester for one year as a visiting student. The area of study for the application varies depending on the year. A student who studies on this program is basically required to study the same or relevant field he/she studies at the major at Keio University. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/private_prog/oxford.html (Japanese language only)
- 39 - X. International Exchange at Keio 1. International Center Courses The curriculum of the International Center Courses focuses on Japan and East/Southeast Asia as a central theme. The courses are mainly for international students from overseas and are conducted in English. As Japanese students can also take these courses, they can provide students with opportunities for international exchange through study. These classes are offered to give international students and Japanese students the opportunity to study together and it is extremely meaningful as a place for international exchange through study. Additionally, it is ideal for those considering studying abroad or wanting to improve their English communication skills, as well as those who want to delve deeper into their major field of study. These courses are for students from their second year onwards and are primarily taught at Mita Campus. The registration procedure is the same as that for regular undergraduate course registration. Students enrolled in the School of Medicine & Graduate School of Medicine and Law School are not eligible to take the International Center Courses. Examples of courses available in the 2017 academic year are as follows:
Examples of Courses offered in the 2017 Academic Year (All courses are taught in English)
Language and Literature History Contemporary Japanese Literature - Reading Haruki Modern History of Diplomatic and Cultural Relations Murakami between Japan and the World English and English Language Education in East Asia An Introduction to Japanese History: Surveying Japan's Japan's Postwar through Short Stories Pre-Modern Past Japan's Postwar Resurgence Arts Introduction to Japanese Cinema Media and Communications Introduction to Japanese Art History Journalism in Japan Arts/Art workshop: Discovering Arts and Culture in Japan Social Issues Culture and Cross-cultural Understanding Minorities in Japanese Education Otaku Culture in Japan and its Transnational Relation Third World Poverty and Development: Views from Japan Crossing Borders: Adapting to Japan and Adapting to the and Southeast Asia World Food and Foodways in Japan Politics, Diplomacy, and International Exchange Japanese Politics Science Sino-Japanese Relations in Perspective Human Engineering with Focus on Japan Japan-America Shared Histories Science and Technology in Japanese Culture Innovative Technologies for Japan's Aging Society Business and Economy Entrepreneurship & Small Business Development in Japan Religion and Thought China, Japan and Korea Comparative Management Japanese Buddhism and Social Suffering Japanese Business and Society Buddhism and Social Change in Contemporary Asia Japan's Kami Worship: Where did it come from and Where Law would it go? Law and Development in East Asian Countries Introduction to Japanese Law Japanese Competition Policy For further details, refer to the course registration guides for the Faculties of Literature, Economics, Law, and Business and Commerce at Mita Campus and the following website. Keio University International Center: http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/en/aboutic/aboutcourse/
- 40 - 2. Keio Tomodachi Program (Buddy) The Keio University International Center launched the Keio Tomodachi Program to give international exchange students and Keio students the opportunity to interact closely in an informal and friendly setting. In the program, students from overseas who are studying at Keio on exchange programs and Keio students who have participated in past International Center programs form small groups (called “Buddy”) in which students socialize freely with other members. Each group will make its own plans for group activities and events, and both Keio students and exchange students are encouraged to respect each other’s opinions so that they are able to learn and gain a lot from this experience. The program period is one semester, and International Center opens the applications from February to March for spring semester, and from August to September for fall semester every year. Please see the International Center website for applying to this program.
3. Short-Term Programs Keio Short-Term Japanese Studies Program (KJSP) The Keio Short-Term Japanese Studies Program (KJSP) is a two-week intensive program for students who wish to study in Japan. The program offers a variety of courses broadly related to Japanese politics, economy, business, arts, and traditional and modern culture in addition to on-site activities where students can see and experience the things they learned in the classroom only hours before. This program is held in Mid-February (also held in July for 2017 academic year) every year.
Keio Entrepreneurship Program Keio Entrepreneurship Program is an intensive program in which international students from China and Keio students work as a group to formulate business ideas while learning about the basics of starting up new businesses in English. This program was launched in February 2017, and the next is planned for February 2018. The program provides practical content including lectures by experts who are involved in corporate management support, investors in venture capital firms, various entrepreneurs, etc., and the last day is dedicated to the Business Idea Competition where students receive feedback from investors.
Other Programs The International Center also supports short-term programs that are organized by Keio's partner institutions and held at Keio's campuses. These programs include activities and lectures that Keio students can also participate in. The latest information is available on the International Center website.
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The Keio Study Abroad Fair The International Center holds the Keio Study Abroad Fair at Hiyoshi Campus once a year. The fair aims to provide information about study abroad to as many Keio students as possible to allow them to familiarize themselves with the idea of studying overseas and start making plans for a study abroad experience as early as possible. We urge all those interested in Study Abroad—including the exchange programs—to attend. The fair is held every June.
Overview of the Keio Study Abroad Fair Seminars Seminars are held on topics ranging from study abroad in different countries, study abroad programs offered by Keio University, to language proficiency tests.
Seminar topics (tentative): Study abroad programs offered by Keio University, studying in the US, studying in the UK , studying in Canada, studying in Germany, studying in Australia, studying in New Zealand, studying in China, studying in Korea, studying in Switzerland, studying in Italy, studying in France, the CAP Program (University of California), SAF (The Study Abroad Foundation) programs, overseas internships, the TOEFL test, and more.
Participant Booths Representatives and staffs from organizations from various countries and departments within Keio will answer your questions on exchange programs, privately financed study abroad, short-term language training abroad, language proficiency tests, etc.
Booths will cover the following areas (tentative): Studying in the US, studying in Canada, studying in the UK and the IELTS Test, studying in Scotland, studying in Australia, studying in New Zealand, studying in Sweden, studying in France, studying in Germany, studying in Switzerland, studying in Italy, studying in China, studying in Taiwan, studying in Korea, privately financed study abroad, overseas internships, overseas working holidays, the TOEFL test and volunteer programs, short-term language training abroad, general information on study abroad and Keio’s study abroad programs, individual consultation booths with representatives from each faculty (concerning transfer of credits, advancement to the next year, graduation, etc.), study abroad and job hunting, scholarships, etc.
Conversation Corner/Reference Corner/Video Presentation Students can pick up brochures and various materials (on partner institutions and study abroad guides for different countries) and acquire the most current and firsthand information on studying abroad by through browsing reports and posters showing testimonials, etc., given by students who have gone abroad to study. Japanese students with study abroad experience, international students from Keio’s partner schools, and students who are planning to go are always available throughout the fair as advisors to share their experiences on the lifestyle and classes at the study abroad destinations and give tips for applying to the exchange programs. Videos explaining the exchange programs as a point of first reference for prospective study abroad students are played back to back throughout the day.
- 42 - Study Abroad Seminars The International Center regularly organizes study abroad sessions that provide information on student exchange programs, short-term programs, etc., and occasionally staff members from partner institutions are there to introduce their university and available programs. Make sure to regularly check the International Center website for information on the study abroad sessions.
Lunchtime sessions Mainly at Hiyoshi Campus, there are lunchtime sessions in which SAs, or students who have participated in the student exchange program, give advice to students who are interested in studying abroad but do not know where to start, who need advice on the student exchange programs, who are worried about the preparation, and address any other questions or concerns students may have. The dates for these sessions are published on the International Center website or on on-campus posters.
Study Abroad Report These are reports written by students about their experiences studying at Keio's partner institutions around the world. For Study Report I, reports were written within two months of arriving in the host country, about the preparation involved and their life abroad. Reports for Study Report II were written after returning to Japan about their overall experiences. Students can read them to get a basic understanding of what studying abroad is like and use them for selecting which university to go to. These reports are based on personal experiences, so certain programs or the curriculum may have changed. It is the responsibility of each student to check the latest information. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/keio_student/report/report_f.html
Pamphlets from Keio’s partner universities At the International Exchange Corner in the Global Lounge on the first floor of the South School Building on Mita Campus, you are able to browse materials related to studying abroad as well as pamphlets from Keio’s partner universities.
Websites with Information about Study Abroad We recommend that you prepare for your study abroad by regularly checking the links below and websites of the embassies of countries you are interested in. -Keio University International Center Website On this website new information and updates about study abroad, student exchange program, and more will be posted daily, so please check the website regularly. http://www.ic.keio.ac.jp/
-Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) Website On this website a variety of useful information about studying abroad is posted, including information by country/region, overseas universities and graduate schools, foreign language studies, scholarship information, and more. http://ryugaku.jasso.go.jp/ (Japanese language only)
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