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Exchange Students

Momoyama Gakuin University accepts recommended students from its affiliated overseas institutions as exchange students for terms of either one semester or two semesters, beginning at the end of March (the spring semester) or in mid-September (the fall semester).

Courses Offered in English

Most of the courses taught in English at Momoyama are open to exchange students. These include classes on Japanese economics and business as well as on culture, history, and society. In addition, English-language introductory courses on Japanese culture are available.

Spring Semester

・Special Topics in International Exchange-Japan's National Security ・Global Experience Study and Fieldwork-Exploring the human language system with overseas students ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Marketing Management ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Introduction to the Japanese Economy ・Topics in Economics-problems in labour economics ・Topics in Economics－Economic Affairs in Japan and Asia ・Analysis and outlook of "Issues of the international community" ・Practical Studies-International Business: Customs and Culture ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Education in Japan ・Intercultural Understanding Seminar-History of American Literature A ・Lecture on Special Topic-Miyazaki Hayao's World of Anime ・PBL English-Collaborative Skills and Problem-Solving A ・The Heart of Ikebana ・Made In Japan: Tradition and Innovation, Challenge to the World ・Seminar Ⅰ ・Intercultural Understanding Seminar-History of American Literature B ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Decoding Japan: A Critical Perspective on Race and Racism

Fall Semester

・Special Topics in International Exchange-Introduction to the Japanese Economy ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Marketing Management ・Japanese Studies-Ecology through Animations ・Special Topic in Liberal Arts－Simio and Simulation for System Design ・Analysis and outlook of "Issues of the international community" ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Education in Japan ・Lecture on Special Topic-Miyazaki Hayao's World of Anime ・Global Experience Study and Fieldwork-Walking and thinking around shrines and temples in Osaka ・PBL English-Collaborative Skills and Problem-Solving B ・The Heart of Ikebana ・Made In Japan: Tradition and Innovation, Challenge to the World ・Special Topics in International Exchange-Japanese Politics ・Special Topic in Liberal Arts -Doing Business with the Japanese Practices for International Students ・Seminar Ⅰ

Japanese Language Courses for Exchange Students

Japanese Language Courses are provided for exchange students, ranging from beginners who have not studied Japanese before, to advanced learners. In addition, we offer a full range of elective courses that will be of interest to exchange students, including preparation for JLPT N1, Business Japanese, and classes on Japanese life and culture.

※Your class options will be determined based on the results of the Japanese placement test.

Elective Japanese courses

Students can choose classes that they are interested in and learn Japanese language and Japan-related contents. ・Japanese Ⅰ/Ⅱa ・Japanese Ⅰ/Ⅱb ・Japanese Ⅲ/Ⅳa ・Japanese Ⅲ/Ⅳb ・Special Topics in International Exchange - Advanced Japanese ・Japanese A (Introductory) ・Japanese B (Beginner) ・Japanese C (Upper Beginner) ・Discovering Japanese Culture Through Kanji ・Grammar for Intermediate to Advanced Learners ・Listening and Reading for Intermediate to Advanced Learners ・Japanese Lecture on Special Topic - N1 Course (Listening and Reading Comprehension) ・Japanese Lecture on Special Topic - N1 Course (Grammar) ・Japanese Lecture on Special Topic - Introduction to Japanese Studies (Basic) ・Japanese Lecture on Special Topic - Introduction to Japanese Studies (Applied/Business Japanese) ・Introduction to Japanese Studies A *1 lesson per week (90 minutes each)

Regular Courses Taught in Japanese

Exchange students with adequate skill in Japanese can enroll for any regular course regardless of which faculty/department they are enrolled in.

Student Research program in Nagasaki

Applicants may participate in the Student Research program free of charge. For those who complete the program, the program will be listed on the grade report and one credit will be awarded.

Purpose and Contents of the Student Research (Nagasaki)

• Three-day field trip during the summer holidays
• Visiting the Nagasaki Atomic Bomb Museum
• Participation in an International Peace Event and a Peace Memorial Ceremony
• A project presentation at Nagasaki University

What you will learn through experience

• This program aims to provide students with an opportunity to deeply reflect on the question of "what is peace?" through a learning project focused on nuclear weapons issues. Participants will engage in team-based project learning and participate in a three-day field trip to Nagasaki, the site of the atomic bombing, in early August.
• You will be able to explain basic issues regarding nuclear weapons in your own words.
• Through discussion and cooperative work, acquire the independence, cooperativeness, and communication skills necessary for cross-cultural understanding.

※For more information, please email ＜inbound@andrew.ac.jp＞

Tuition Fees

Exchange students recommended by one of our affiliated overseas institutions are exempt from payment of tuition fees. Expenses other than tuition (including round-trip travel costs and living expenses) must be borne by the students themselves.

Other expenses

Semester fee	60,000 JPY/semester ※Cash payment only

Medical-care insurance

Exchange students are required to join the Japanese National Health Insurance after arriving in Japan.
The National Health Insurance covers 70% of medical expenses.
At the same time, Momoyama Gakuin University requires all exchange students to enroll in the "Momoyama Inbound Insurance" (see below), which covers 100% of medical expenses in combination with the National Health Insurance.
Please note that if you do not have this additional insurance (Momoyama Inbound Insurance), you will not be able to register for courses at Momoyama.

Momoyama Inbound Insurance Premiums (Approximate)

1 semester	Up to JPY 12,000
2 semesters	Up tp JPY 20,000

※Prices and coverage are subject to change.
※Cash payment only

Approximate cost of living per semester

Utilities, living expenses, personal expenses, etc. for one semester	300,000-500,000 JPY / semester

※Living expenses vary depending on lifestyle.

Scholarships

Momoyama Gakuin University Scholarships / Private Scholarships

Momoyama Gakuin University internal scholarships or some private scholarships are available for exchange students from universities that have scholarship agreements with Momoyama Gakuin University.
For more information, please email ＜ inbound@andrew.ac.jp＞

Japan Student Services Organization Scholarship (JASSO) Scholarship

The candidate and the candidate's institution will be notified directly according to the scholarship application quota.

Scholarships by private organizations, etc.

Your institution will be notified only if there are scholarships available for which you are eligible to apply.

Dormitory

Furniture	＊Air conditioner ＊Refrigerator ＊Washing machine ＊Single bed ＊Bedding sets ＊Microwave
Rent	240,000JPY / semester
Internet	Included
To Momoyama	Walking distance
To the nearest station (Izumi Chuo Station)	Walking distance

• You must pay the ENTIRE AMOUNT of rent for a semester (JPY240,000) at beginning of each semester. Payment is only acceptable in CASH.
• Utilities (Gas, Electricity, and Water) are NOT included in the rent, and tenants must pay the bills on their own.
• Internet fee is included in your semester fees.
• If you arrive in designed days (late September or mid-March), a resident assistant can pick you up at Kansai International Airport and you can move into your flat on the first day.
• The fees and schedule listed are subject to change.

Supports for International Students