Semester Programs for Non-degree International Students

Non-degree Semester Programs

SWU offers 2 types of non-degree semester programs for international students. Students currently studying at SWU’s partner institutions may participate in the following programs as exchange students when students meet certain requirements and are recommended by their home institutions. Please consult the study abroad coordinator at your university for your eligibility.
Non-degree Program Guide for International Students 2017-2018

SWU Academic Program
Intensive Japanese Language Program
For Study Abroad Coordinators at SWU Partner Institutions
Scholarship
Partner Institutions of SWU and Showa Boston Institute

For those interested in taking liberal arts courses in Japanese:
①SWU Academic Program
15 week program offered in both Fall and Spring semesters. Students will take courses offered in Japanese by 13 different departments. Students can learn subjects of their interest and also experience actual Japanese university classes with other SWU students.

Below are lists of courses recommended for international students. In order to register for the courses, students must submit their choice during the orientation period and receive an approval before attending class.
List of Japanese Teaching and General Liberal Arts Courses
List of Courses offered by departments
*There are also several Japanese Language courses designed only for international students.
*Due to limitations on class size and because of the Japanese proficiency level required to take certain courses, applicants may not be able to take all the classes they choose.

For those interested in focusing on the improvement of their Japanese proficiency:
②Intensive Japanese Language Program
↑Accepting Application Now (2018 Fall Semester)↑
2018Fall Semester Flyer

15 week program offered in both Fall and Spring semesters.
Students are required to take 3 mandatory Japanese Language courses. Students may also take up to 2 liberal arts courses of their choice, either in English or Japanese.
There is also an optional internship experience (maximum 1 month) for students who wish to extend their stay after the program. Below are course descriptions of the 5 mandatory Japanese Language courses.

-Japanese Communication: Through conversation-based lessons, students study common Japanese that is useful in school life, homestays and part-time jobs. <90 minute class: 2 times a week>
-Japanese in Context: Based on weekly topics, students learn active Japanese through use of media, interview sessions, and interactions with Japanese students. There are also visitor sessions where guest lecturers are invited from Japanese firms to present and talk about a variety of topics. <90 minute class: 2 times a week>
-Internship Preparation: Students learn business manners, Japanese phrases used in business situations, and tips on writing business emails and taking business calls. This will prepare students for an optional internship experience following this program. <90 minute class: 1 time a week>
-Intermediate Grammar: Students develop comprehensive Japanese language skills through learning intermediate level grammar. <90 minute class: 2 times a week>
-Intermediate Reading: Through reading lessons, students acquire the skills of reading sentences with accuracy as well as learning vocabulary and grammar in context. <90 minute class: 1 time a week>

Application Procedure and Documents:
1. Submit the scanned application documents via email by the application deadline.
2. Submit the original documents by mail.
3. Receive the letter of acceptance from SWU.
4. Proceed to VISA application process in your home country.
*Those applying as exchange students should submit documents through the international office of your home institution.

–Required Documents–
Check List of Required Documents
a) Application Form (forms differ by programs)
*Please download the application form of the participating program.
–SWU Academic Program Application Form(JLPT N2 level required)
–SWU Intensive Japanese Language Program Application Form(JLPT N3 level recommended)
b)Self introduction and study plans at SWU(by hand)
c)Medical authorization release
d) English transcript of home university
e) English student registration certificate of home university
f) Letter of recommendation
g) Application for Certificate of Eligibility
「Application for Certificate of Eligibility」(Example_ENG)
「Application for Certificate of Eligibility」(Example_JAP)
h) Copy of the ID page of passport
i) 3 copies of ID photo (40mm x 30mm)
-One for application form, One for application for certificate of eligibility and one for ID card at SWU
-The applicant should face squarely to the front
-There should be a plain background with no shadows

Application Deadline:
Fall Semester:　May 31
Spring Semester:　November 30

For Study Abroad Coordinators at SWU Partner Institutions

Please find here, detailed information on exchange programs, accommodation, and other information necessary for international students.
2018 Information Sheet for SWU Incoming Exchange Students

Scholarship

◆ The Hirao Scholarship Program
The Hirao Scholarship Program was established through a donation from Mr. Koji Hirao, a current faculty member of SWU who served as its fourth Chancellor. The program aims to provide financial assistance to international students from the Southeast Asia region who wish to study at SWU.
Application Information for the Hirao Scholarship Program FY2018 The Hirao Scholarship Program Application Form