Off-campus Study Programs Implemented in AY 2022
* Class Format: "Online" includes programs that were offered on-campus, but were collaborated with other institutions using online methods.
* Number of participants: For long-term programs that cover more than one academic year, only the number of students who started the program in the corresponding academic year is listed.
* Implementation Period: For overseas travel-based programs, the period of overseas travel is indicated, and for online programs, the period of practicum is indicated. Before and after the overseas travel or practicum, we basically hold pre- and post-program classes to give students opportunities to prepare
for the practicum and to reflect on the knowledge or skills they have learned. Through these classes, students deepen their learning through the program.
Program NameClass

Number ofFormat

participants

Country/Region/Collaborating Institution

Implementation Period

Program Overview

Summary of Learning Outcomes

Grade

Each group conducted online research activities such asquestionnaire surveys and interviews which targeted set1

FIRST for domestic students

Online177 Set per groupcountries and regions, and learned basic research methods and 2 Credits

Thurs, June 2 - Sat, June 4, 2022

learning methods while studying in groups. In addition, the post- (P/F)
First-year students spend the break between quarters to travel toother parts of Japan or overseas and directly experience Asian
culture and society by interacting with local people and conducting
field research.

2FIRST for international students

In-Person

21 Set per groupsurvey showed an increased interest in and knowledge of othercultures.
Participants were able to deepen their understanding ofJapanese culture and society through their experiences and theJapanese people they met during the program. Since they could 2 Credits

Thurs, November 24 - Sun, November 27, 2022

not communicate in English in the local area they had to(P/F)

communicate in Japanese, which improved their Japanese
language proficiency.

3APU GLAD

Institute for Tourism Studies, Macao (China)

APU alumni were invited as external lecturers to deepen

Budapest Business School University of Applied

participants' understanding of the Project and their knowledge

Sciences (Hungary)
Online161 Hong Kong Shue Yan University (China (HongKong))

In-Person

Spring Semester

for solutions. Additionally, many students were able to improveKong))

through the cross-cultural collaborative learning experience.

71 Set per group

Sat, August 27 - Tue, September 6, 2022

During the summer break, students travel to multiple countries inSoutheast Asia and conduct questionnaire surveys with local people
to gain an understanding of research methods and the culture of theSoutheast Asia region. The course was held in both languages,

631 Set per group

Online7Mon, February 27 - Thurs, March 9, 2023

No Implementation Period

39

BOOST

SDGs through group work with multicultural members.

their cross-cultural understanding and other generic skills

Sun, August 28 - Wed, September 7, 2022

In-Person

as global citizens. Through PBL-style group work, they
developed the ability to understand world problems and searchHong Kong Metropolitan University (China (HongSECOND

5Based on the PBL (Project Based Learning) method, Participants*All 14 classes held during the 2nd Quarter of the will consider projects that contribute to the achievement of theThurs, August 4 - Sun, August 14, 2022

48

No Implementation Period-Japanese and English, in mixed groups of domestic and internationalstudents.

(A+,A,B,C/F)

Although it was difficult to carry out research activities in areas
where English was not always widely spoken, through dailygroup discussions they were able to reflect on things including
non-verbal communication, and improve their communication
skills. The post-program survey showed students made2 Credits(A+,A,B,C/F)

significant improvements in their interest in other cultures andtheir desire to take on challenges.

*56 classes were held from May - August of 2022

A program that focuses on techniques for taking IELTS while

While aiming to improve English proficiency and achieve an

incorporating interactive learning with international students toIELTS score above a certain standard, students also improved 4 Credits

No Implementation Period

improve English proficiency and provide opportunities for early

their practical English conversation skills through exchanges (A+,A,B,C/F)*56 classes were held from October 2022 - February completion of compulsory English course subjects.

422 Credits

with international students.

2023

AP Language Immersion (Chinese)

Online

16Dongbei University of Finance and Economics(China)The program was held online so there were so problems withMon, August 22 - Fri, September 9, 2022intercultural understanding, but many students were able toimprove their language skills in the 4 areas.
Held at foreign universities or affiliated language schools during
summer or spring breaks, the AP Language Immersion Program is
an intensive language learning program aimed at boosting students’

9

AP Language Immersion (Korean)

In-Person

50 Korea University (Korea)

Wed, February 15 - Mon, March 20, 2023

language abilities.

Through intensive language learning, students improved theirusage of the language through historical and cultural

2 Credits(A+,A,B,C/F)

understanding in addition to improving their language skills.
Also, through exchange with faculty and students at the partner
university, they were able to deepen their multicultural
understanding.

10]

1112

Field Study

Domestic(APS / Disability and Society)dispatch

Field Study

Domestic(APS / Creating Sustainable Local Value)
Field Study

dispatch(APS/Kitakyushu City Field Study, Model City for Regional
Revitalization)
Field Study

13(APS Thailand Area Research Program: How to look at specificity
from multiple angles)

14

Field Study(APS/Experiencing Media, Culture and Creative:
Television, Film, Photography and Theatre In Central Europe)
Field Study

15(APM / Corporate research program (case studies of METIselected companies in the Kyushu area))
Field Study

16(APM / Corporate research program (case studies of METIselected companies in the Kyushu area))17

Domestic
dispatch
Domestic
dispatch
Overseas
Dispatch

14 Oita, Japan

Thurs, August 4 - Tue, August 9, 2022

8 Fukuoka, Japan

Tue, August 9 - Fri, August 12, 2022

7 Fukuoka, Kitakyushu City, Japan

Wed, February 15 - Sat, February 18, 2023

Students learned a certain framework of Asia Pacific Studiescomprehensively and to act with expertise, integrity, andcompassion in the global society. Also, Students learned tocommunicate adequately with others from different cultures and5 Thailand

with different values, and explore, observe, analyze andSat, February 19 - Sat, February 25, 2023
Field Study is a program in which students, under the guidance of afaculty members, conduct on-site surveys and research activities

12 Austria, Slovakia, Czech Republic

Sat, February 16 - Thurs, March 2, 2023

Domestic
dispatch
Domestic
dispatchdeepening their own interests and concerns and building a bridge

19 Western Japan

Mon, September 12 - Wed, September 14, 2022

Through visits and field study at international organizations andcompanies regardless of their size, students were able to gain a
deep understanding of various strategies by grasping the15 Western Japanbusiness of each company/organization and the surrounding

Wed, February 22 - Fri, February 24, 2023

political, economic, social, cultural, and technological situations,and improved their ability to effectively use their knowledge andOverseas(APM/Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship (SOLVE))

Dispatch

5 Thailand

competencies.

Wed, February 15 - Tue, February 21, 2023

Online14 Niigata, Japan

Wed, September 7 - Sun, September 11, 2022

in their third and fourth year of study. During the session and longvacations, students will continue their seminar study, focusing onpractical training off campus.

Overseas

19
EXPLORE

Dispatch
Overseas2122

Dispatch
Overseas20

Dispatch

AGR

Overseas
Dispatch
Overseas

23(A+,A,B,C/F)

between theory and practice.

Field StudyProject Research2 Credits

based on themes related to the specialized fields of each college,

The Field Research Project is a seminar-based program for students

18

investigate different matters, discuss multivalent issues.

Dispatch

25approx. 3 - 5 weeks from August - September
Canada, Ireland, USA, England20

approx. 3 - 5 weeks from February - March

13 KoreaSun, March 12 - Sat, March 18, 2023

In addition to seminar classes, students who take part in
Applied Training / Field Research Project developed a deeper
and more specialized knowledge of their chosen research theme
which they can then apply to the completion of their graduation

Sun, February 26 - Sat, March 4, 2023

11 U.K

Wed, February 16 - Sat, September 11, 2023

(A+,A,B,C/F)

thesis.

Held at foreign universities or affiliated language schools during

Through intensive English study overseas, many students weresummer or spring breaks, this program is an intensive language

able to improve their English language skills in the 4 areas. In2 Credits

learning program aimed at boosting students’ English language

addition, many students felt they gained the ability to adapt to(A+,A,B,C/F)

abilities.

different cultures and to see things from multiple perspectives.

Students learn research methods for research topics of their own The students practically acquired researchmethods andinterest in each of the APS fields of study. In addition, students will research plan formulation methods, and formed abilities that
14 Vietnam

4 Credits

conduct research based on the research plan, and learn the can be utilized in their university studies, including theirpractical process of compiling the results into a research report graduation thesis, and in their post-graduation researchutilizing online.

2 Credits(A+,A,B,C/F)

activities at companies, etc.

Students mainly visited secondary educational institutions in ASEAN
countries, working as "partners" in Japanese language learning for In addition to providing educational support at local educational

24

NIHONGO Partners

Overseas
Dispatch

August 2022 - March 2023
4 Indonesia※ Differs based on dispatch location, but held for 6
months during the above period

local Japanese language teachers and students, including working institutions,

thestudents

developedcross-cultural

as teaching assistants and conversation partners and introducing understanding by interacting with students both inside and 16 Credits
Japanese language and culture inside and outside the classroom, outside of class and actively participating in the local （P/F）
and conducting activities to support Japanese language education. community. They also acquired various skills, including theStudents also deepened their knowledge of local languages and ability to act flexibly, and presentation skills.
cultures, becoming bridges between ASEAN countries and Japan.

2526

Double Degree Program

Overseas
Dispatch

2730
31

partner universities
The Double Degree Program allows students to study for two years Through their long-term 2-year study abroad period, students are approved as

2 Salzburg University of Applied Sciences (Austria) Dispatch period of approximately 2 years

each at an overseas partner university and APU and earn degrees acquired multifaceted perspectives, knowledge, and thinking APU credits after
from both universities.

skills that can be used around the world.

Domestic Student Exchange Program

Overseas Student Exchange Program
Short-term Summer / Winter Programs

Domesticdispatch

Overseas
Dispatch
Overseas
Dispatchprocedures.

23 Ritsumeikan University (Japan)
3 Akita International University (Japan)

Credits earned at1 semester or 1 year165
One of our overseas partner universities
17

completing thenecessary

16 Neoma Business School (France)

28
29

Credits earned at

8 St. Edward's University (USA)Approx. 1 - 4 weeks (varies depending on dispatchlocation)

partner universities

Students study at an overseas/domestic partner university for six
months or one year. At their host university, students primarily takeBy taking regular curricular courses at partner universities both are approved as

regular curriculum courses to complement their specialization.

in Japan and overseas, students were able to deepen their APU credits afterStudents continue paying APU tuition fees without paying additional specialized knowledge in areas not available at APU.

completing thetuition fees to their host university.

necessary
procedures.