International Relations Office

University-Wide Partner Universities

 

Kyushu University
Fukuoka, Japan

Website: http://www.kyushu-u.ac.jp/english/index.php

 

Institution Profile
 

Kyushu University abbreviated to is the largest public university on the island of Kyūshū. It is located in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka.

Kyushu University has almost a century of history. In the hilly district west of Fukuoka, the university is constructing the new campus, which should be able to start relocating in 2005. The University aims to create an environment where students can enjoy studying as well as living on campus. The new campus will not only be for students, but will also be open to the public. The courses are taught in the Japanese Language.
 
Academics
Academic Calendar

Semester 1: Early October to Early February
Semester 2: Early April to Early July

Curriculum Structure

Although the basic structure of our educational and research courses consists of undergraduate schools and graduate schools, these schools are further divided into departments and courses in accordance with individual fields of specialization. Graduate schools are set up for students who wish to continue study and research after finishing undergraduate school. Kyushu University also provides services to students other than its normal undergraduate and graduate students, such as research students, special students, and auditors.

Medium of Instruction for Classes

Japanese. 'Japan in Today's World' (JTW) provides courses conducted in English.

Faculties/Schools
 
  • School of Letters
  • School of Education
  • School of Law
  • School of Economics
  • School of Sciences
  • School of Medicine
  • School of Dentistry
  • School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • School of Engineering
  • School of Design
  • School of Agriculture
 
SEP Application
Restrictions for Exchange Students

Please refer to the Other Links section for relevant links to course information.  

NUS Application Deadline

Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office for actual dates.

 
Accommodation
Housing Options

The KUISH is a dormitory for the foreign students of the Kyushu University. The basic principle is that students are allowed to live in the KUISH for 6 months. During this time students are supposed to get used to life in Japan while searching for an apartment.

Application must be made through the website found in the links below
 
Visa & Insurance
Consular/Visa Regulations

Applying for a college student visa requires a Certificate of Eligibility. This document is issued by the Japanese Ministry of Justice. The International Centre will apply for this Certificate on the student’s behalf, and send it to the student when it is issued. Apply at the Japanese Embassy with the Certificate and a valid passport.

Health/Medical Insurance

All foreign nationals residing in Japan for more than one year must join a Japanese public medical insurance program. Students whose stay in Japan is less than one year, but have a “College Student” status of residence, may join the National Health Insurance program. Joining is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended for such students to join.

Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the university’s insurance policies.  

 
Cost of Living
Estimated Monthly Living Expenses
Breakdown of Costs Yen ¥
Accommodation 30,000 – 40,000
Food 30,000 – 40,000
Transport 5,000 – 20,000
Insurance 3,000
Others (Entertainment, clothes) 15,000
Monthly Estimate 83,000 – 118,000


Please refer to the Other Links Section for the relevant links to the estimated costs of living.

 
Additional Information
Useful Links
 
More Questions?
 

Module Mapping, Course Selections & Application

Please check with your SEP Administrator/Coordinator in the Dean's Office.

 

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