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Study Abroad in Japan - Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies
Location
Nagasaki, a city of about 500,000 people, is built around its natural harbor and climbs the surrounding steep hills. The city boasts spectacular views and proximity to natural sights such as a rugged coastline, beaches, islands, volcanic mountains and Unzen National Park. Nagasaki enjoys a mild winter climate and tropical summer weather.
Nagasaki is a major port which makes it a center for foreign trade. Its international flavor can be seen in its many lively popular festivals, its architecture, its cuisine and in the welcoming and friendly spirit of its residents.
Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies is located on the northern border of Nagasaki City and its suburb of Togitsu. Founded in 1945, the college is part of Nagasaki Gadai.
Academic Program
The Japan Studies in Nagasaki program offers courses in Japanese language and Japanese society and culture. In addition to the required language course and Japan Studies classes, students have the option to take seminars in Traditional Japanese Arts.
Japanese Language: 5 levels of Japanese language are offered. Proficiency and placement are determined during orientation. Each class is 4 credits and meets 4 days per week. All language classes have a practical component to allow students to use their skills in everyday situations. Students also have one-on-one sessions twice weekly.
Japan Studies: These classes cover topics such as Business, Society, Culture, History and Literature. All of the Japan Studies classes in the JASIN program are conducted in English. Field trips to places of historical, cultural and social interest will be a part of the program.
For further description of the full curriculum please visit the Japanese Studies in Nagasaki (JASIN) Web site.
Credits
12-15 undergraduate credits may be earned per semester, 4 of which must include Japanese language.
Qualifications
Students who have successfully completed at least one full-time semester of college level study are eligible to apply. A minimum GPA of 2.5 at the time of application is required for this program.
Housing
Most students will be placed in a home stay with a family in the community, 14 meals per week are provided. Female students can take a single room with bath in the college's dormitory, a new facility located on campus. The residence hall provides 14 meals per week during term time, but has restrictions such as a 10:30PM curfew and no visitors.
Approximate Program Dates
Fall: Late September - Early-February (with an early-out option late Dec.)
Spring: Late-March - Late July
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