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International Education Courses
International Education Courses consist of 1. Japanese Language, 2. Japanese Culture and Society, and 3. Joint Courses. 1 and 2 are for international exchange students. International students study with Japanese students in the 3. Joint Course.
| Course group | Overview |
|---|---|
| 1. Japanese Language (for international students) * Not open to undergraduate international students |
A. Japanese Training Course Students of elementary Japanese build basic Japanese ability in this intensive course offered five days a week (also for students who are preparing for a graduate program). |
| B. Special Japanese Courses 1 (International Exchange Courses) Five levels of classes are offered for building Japanese ability according to proficiency: Elementary I (3 classes of elementary Japanese). Elementary II (4 classes designed for the JLPT N5 holders). Intermediate I (6 classes designed for the JLPT N4 holders). Intermediate II (6 classes designed for JLPT N3 holders). Advanced (2 classes for the JLPT N2 holders) | |
| 2. Japanese Culture and Society (for international exchange students only) * Not open to undergraduate international students |
"Iwate Studies A/B" focuses on various cultural resources in Iwate for a deeper understanding of Iwate. "Individual Research" is designed for each student to pursue research on the theme of his/her interest, with a final presentation on the results required. |
| 3. Joint Course | Lectures and workshops are offered in English and simple Japanese on topics about the culture and social situations of Japan and Iwate. International and Japanese students work together to learn and discuss about specific themes. By doing so they encounter diverse perspectives and gain a deeper understanding of Japan and its connection to the world. Consequently, they strengthen their abilities to engage others on similar topics |
| 4. Global Studies | Students gain a deeper understanding of the connection between the global community and Japan by learning about various situations overseas and comparing them with those in Japan, thereby building the skills to respond to different cultures. |