Studying at Japanese Universities

  • 4.8
Approx. 11 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course is designed for individuals who are planning to study in Japan. It provides information on Japanese culture, etiquette, education system, and language, as well as tips on how to prepare for the journey.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn about Japanese culture, etiquette, education system, and language
  • Get tips on how to prepare for studying in Japan
  • Discover unorthodox and lesser known advice for a successful study abroad experience

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Learning Outcomes

  • Understand Japanese culture, etiquette, education system, and language
  • Be prepared for studying abroad in Japan
  • Gain unorthodox and lesser known advice for a successful study abroad experience

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • No prerequisites required
  • Basic knowledge of English language

Course Difficulty Level

Beginner

Course Format

  • Self-paced
  • Online
  • Video lectures

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  • Japanese for Beginners
  • Japanese Culture and Society

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  • Chris Broad
  • Sharla in Japan

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Description

Are you interested in studying at Japanese universities?

Outline

  • Your First Step to Study in Japan
  • Introduction
  • Japanese School Education System part 1
  • Japanese School Education System part 2
  • Why Japan? part 1
  • Why Japan? part 2
  • Student Voices part 1
  • Tips for learning
  • Why Japan?
  • Welcome to Studying at Japanese Universities - Guidance Information
  • Guiding Questions for week 1
  • Warm-Up Quiz
  • Week 1 practice quiz
  • Week 1 Quiz
  • Understanding the Process
  • Overview of Program Types
  • Application Procedure
  • Various Types of Application
  • Choosing Your School
  • Student Voices part 2
  • Application procedure
  • Messages from the TAs
  • Other topics: Research student (kenkyusei)
  • Selecting your program
  • Typical questions from students
  • Guiding Questions for week 2
  • Find a school you are interested in
  • Week 2 Quiz
  • Student Life in Japan
  • Settling in Japan part 1
  • Settling in Japan part 2
  • Student Voices part 3
  • Social Life and Recreation
  • Tuition & Living Costs part 1
  • Tuition & Living Costs part 2
  • Part-Time Jobs
  • Cultural issues
  • Part-time jobs, internships, and employment
  • Student life in Japan
  • Tuition and scholarships
  • Your typical weekday and weekend schedule in Japan
  • Guiding Questions for week 3
  • Week 3 Quiz
  • Moving Forward
  • Academic Life in Japan part 1
  • Academic Life in Japan part 2
  • Advice from Students part 1
  • Advice from Students part 2
  • Course Wrap-Up
  • Next steps after course
  • Starting a new life in Japan

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the ins and outs of studying in Japan with this comprehensive course. Users have praised its helpful content and practical advice, giving it a high overall rating. Many found the section on scholarships particularly valuable.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Scholarship section

Pros from User Reviews

  • Practical advice
  • Helpful content
  • Well-organized
  • Great for beginners
  • Good introduction to Japanese culture

Cons from User Reviews

  • Not enough information on specific universities
  • Could be more in-depth
  • Some sections feel repetitive
  • Not helpful for those already familiar with Japanese culture
  • Not much focus on non-academic aspects of studying in Japan
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Approx. 11 hours to complete
Yujin Yaguchi, Yuko Itatsu
The University of Tokyo
Coursera

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Yujin Yaguchi

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