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Aoyama Gakuin University
- CountryJapan
- Address4-4-25 Shibuya
Shibuya-ku
150-8366
- ContactAya Nagasaku
- Telephone+81 3 3409 8156
- Emailanagasaku@jm.aoyama.ac.jp
- Fax+81 3 3409 7923
- Website
www.aoyama.ac.jp/en/
- LanguageJapanese
- Academic CalandarSpring Semester: Beginning April until end July
Autumn Semester: Beginning September until beginning February
Please check out the current academic calendar
- WorkloadYou must register for the Japanese language and Japanology (which is Japanese culture) courses and at least one other business subject.
Approved Courses
- Pass RequirementsTo pass a module, you must get a 60 (or a grade C) or above. To pass the semester overall you must pass Japanese language and at least one other course.
- ApplicationThe following forms need to be completed and brought to the IPO:
The following forms need to be completed and brought to the IPO:
Application Instructions are also available online* as well as all the required forms:
- Checklist (with all boxes ticked off)
- Complete the EBS-London Learning agreement
- Application for Admission*
- Letter of Recommendation
- Evaluation of Japanese Language Proficiency*
- Official Transcripts of all schools attended at college level
- Statement of Academic Objectives
- Information for Tutors*
- Certificate of Physical Condition*
- Application for Certificate of Eligibility*
- Original Official Bank Statement
- Photocopy of valid passport
- 7 ID photos taken within 6 months
- Dormitory Application for Exchange Students*
*available online
Application Deadlines
End May for Semester 1
End February for Semester 2
- Visa RequirmentsAGU will apply, on your behalf, to the Tokyo Immigration Bureau Student Division for your Certificate of Eligibility. The Alien Registration Law requires you to register your name at the government office of the city in which you live. This must be done within 90 days of entry into Japan.
Please contact the Japanese Embassy directly in order to obtain further information about work permits.
- LifestyleFacilities
The International Exchange Center at AGU helps look after exchange students during their stay in Tokyo.
They can assist with housing and immigration issues, organise social events and offer a general support system. There is a wide range of sports clubs, as well as various Japanese cultural clubs.
Living in Tokyo
Remember that the Japanese culture can be strikingly different to what you are used to at home. Try to be open minded and take advantage of being able to experience a new way of life!
- AccomodationThe International Exchange Center can help with finding suitable accommodation.
There are two university dormitories or other private dorms that you can apply for. AGU's website gives more information on student accommodation: Housing Information.
You can also download the application procedures and application forms:
how to apply for housing