FWU 2024

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History and Identity

Message from the President

FWU was the first public college in Japan dedicated to the higher education of women. Originally established in 1923 as Fukuoka
Prefectural College for Women, the renamed FWU became a four-year university in 1950. Beginning with the faculty of Liberal Arts, theCollege expanded in 1954 to include the faculties of Literature and Home Economics. The Graduate School of Literature was establishedin 1993, followed by a doctoral program in English Literature in 1997. The Graduate School of Human Environmental Sciences wascreated in 2000. April 2006 saw the incorporation of the University as the “Public University Corporation Fukuoka Women’s University.”
Globalization and the demands of the times led to a major restructuring of existing faculties in April 2011 under the newly formed
International College of Arts and Sciences. The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Graduate School of Healthand Environmental Sciences launched master’s programs in April 2015 and doctoral programs in April 2017. Since its establishment,
FWU has been a pioneer in advanced education for women in western Japan. It has produced graduates who have gone on to
successful careers in various fields where their contributions to improving the status of women and to culture and education have been
widely recognized.
1923	Fukuoka Prefectural College for Women opened (Produced
2,267 graduates by March 1951)
1950	Re-established as Fukuoka Women’s University; Faculty of
Liberal Arts (Japanese Literature, English Literature, Life
Science)1951	University relocated to its present site1954	Faculty of Literature (Japanese Literature, English
Literature)	Faculty of Home Economics (Home Economics (Food
Sciences and Clothing), Household Management Science)
1993	Graduate School of Literature (Master’s Program inJapanese Literature and English Literature)
1995	Faculty of Human Environmental Sciences (Environmental
Sciences, Nutrition and Health Sciences, and Living
Environment Sciences)
1997	Graduate School of Literature (Doctoral Program in English
Literature)2000	Graduate School of Human Environmental Sciences(Master’s programs)
2006	Incorporated as Public University Corporation Fukuoka
Women’s University
2008	“Basic Plan for the Reform of Fukuoka Women’s University”
2011	International College of Arts and Sciences
2015	Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences(Master’s Programs)	Graduate School of Health and Environmental Sciences(Master’s Programs)
2017	Doctoral Programs for Graduate School of Humanities
and Social Sciences and Graduate School of Health andEnvironmental Sciences
2022 Women’s Leadership Center
Food Study Center
2023 Centennial anniversary of the University’s founding

FWU on the MoveThroughout the long history of Fukuoka Women’s University (FWU), we have cherished a phrase in our college song-- ‘Travelers seeking truth deep in the forest of learning’ -- and have identified ourselves as such. Unlike other women’s
universities, FWU has a unique foundation story in that its origin derives from the eager call by Fukuoka’s female
citizens for higher education and corresponding vocational opportunities at the dawn of democracy. The university
was thus founded in 1923 as Japan’s third public educational institute for women (the two preceding ones are national,
while FWU is prefectural). In 2023 we celebrated our 100th anniversary and established two Research Centers(“Leadership” and “Food Study”) to accelerate our academic activities and to make further contributions to society.
While being proud of this background, we have been constantly adapting ourselves to the contemporary milieus andsocial needs as a beacon in the field of women’s education. The most drastic of these developments came with our 2011reforms. Under the traditional motto of “Developing Female Leaders for the Next Generation”, FWU was transformed
into a brand new institution with a new emphasis on our four principal objectives: encourage critical thinking throughpractice, enhance communicative abilities, unify arts and sciences, and cultivate internationalization.
With the positive evaluation of our collaborative activities among students, faculty and support staff, FWU has now
been placed among Japan’s top three women’s universities in the Times Higher Education Japan University Rankings.
If you want to benefit from our reforms and goals, please come and join our academic guild and experience thediscourse developed around the campus as well as in the classroom. Live together in the International House(NADESHIKO), singing the college song in chorus and enjoy cultural exchange with your international friends. Above
all, please be assured that, during your time at FWU, we are prepared to assist and support you in any way that wecan.

Our Motto

Educating the next generation of female leaders
Our Principles◆ We give women the wide-ranging knowledge, sound judgment, and flexible

thinking needed to help create a better society in Japan and around the world.

Tsuyoshi Mukai, M.Ed.

◆ We create a society where women with vision can play leading roles in world

Board Chairman and President

affairs.

Our Mission◆ We support the development of women who act with initiative and global

sensibilities.

◆ We produce graduates who will be key actors in promoting scholarship,culture, and life and peace in local communities.

Centennial

We celebrated ourcentennial in 2023.

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The emblem consists of a star expressing
brilliant achievements, an octagonalbronze mirror symbolizing knowledge
and virtue, and a white gillyflower
signifying women’s virtue.

Carve out a new future, Nadeshiko Flowers!
‐Develop human resources and provide
opportunities for learning -03

Distinctive Features of Our Education
FWU COMPASS
Developing

People Who Can Help Change the WorldFWU COMPASS indicates the purpose, system, and methods of our undergraduate
education based on the significance of establishing the International College of Arts andSciences. “Developing people who can change the world" is a condensed expression of
the College's educational philosophy. "People = humanity" is supported by the "World =international-mindedness" and "Change = independence". At the center of our educationis the philosophy and method of "interdisciplinary education".

People Humanity

Change Independence♦ Experiential Learning

FWU is organizing various experiential learning programs on- and off-campus. These learning programs aredesigned to provide our students with a more hands-on approach to learning that enhances practical skills andcan help to resolve various practical issues related to their own lives and the lives of others, as well as local,
national and international society.
♦ Education in the Dormitory

All FWU students live on campus for their first year, while students from overseas stay in residence forfour years. This arrangement allows our students to enjoy the opportunities to communicate in foreign
languages and exposes them to diverse values and ways of thinking. Living in the dormitory provides avaluable educational experience to our students that develops their independence and ability to form strong
relationships with other dormitory residents, as well as cultivating cross-cultural understanding.
♦ Small Class Sizes

Most of our classes are small-sized. Focusing on the benefit of small classes, we provide our students with aproductive learning environment that deepens learning based on a mutual understanding between teachersand students. Students are able to develop practical communication skills and skills to proactively resolve
various issues through discussion with a teacher, group discussion, and delivering presentations. In addition,
students’ learning is supported by a first-year seminar, an academic advisor system, and learning portfolio thatis used to visualize and monitor each student’s individual learning outcomes.

♦ “Kansei” Education

Our students are able to cultivate their intelligence and sensibility through studying languages, history, culture,environmental science, literature, international relations, food science, arts, the human mind, leadership, andhumanities in theory and practice, provided by our “Kansei” program. With the improvement of intelligence,
sensibility, creativity and expressiveness, our students experience a revolution of thinking and behavior.
♦ Integrated Arts and Science Education

We provide our students with creative and diverse learning opportunities transcending traditional disciplinary
boundaries by integrating a wide range of disciplines in the arts and science. It enables our students to opt forminor subjects in addition to major subjects. Under our flexible educational framework, they are able to gain
expertise in multiple fields of study and the ability to think in a pluralistic and integrated manner.
♦ Tradition and History

FWU’s educational policy has been constantly evolving since the establishment of the university in 1923.
Our distinctive education has been producing graduates who contribute to society, act as a catalyst in thepresent world, and create value that can be passed on to the next generation. We will celebrate our centennial
anniversary in 2023 and are very proud of the contribution and achievements of our13,000 plus graduates overthe last 100 years.

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World International - mindedness♦ Study Abroad Experience

We provide our students with a wide range of long- and short-term study abroad programs in collaboration
with overseas partners aimed at developing a students’ global awareness. About 80% of our students
participate in such programs prior to their graduation.
♦ Communication in Foreign Languages

The Academic English Program, the English Village Program, a shared dormitory for international and Japanese
students, and other programs are offered to develop international communication skills and competence
amongst all of our students.
♦ Quarter System

The quarter system improves learning efficiency through an intensive twice-per-week teaching format. It canincrease the flexibility of the academic calendar and encourages students to study abroad or participate in aninternship program during one quarter.

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International College of Arts and Sciences
International Liberal Arts
Japanese Language and Culture

International Economics and Management

This course aims to educate students who can communicate
Japanese culture from a perspective that values diversity andunderstands the globalizing world. A broad range of classes on
Japanese culture and history are offered, along with specialized
courses on Japanese literature, language and language education.
Future career paths include jobs in the media, cultural exchangeorganizations, and Japanese language teaching.

In addition to providing basic knowledge of international society
and culture, the course examines Japanese and foreign economic
systems, economic relations and organizational management.
Students develop competencies in international economic
negotiations and corporate management. Potential careers
include work in trading companies that do business with Japan or
economic exchange organizations.

International Relations

East Asian Research

The globalized society in which we live is characterized bynumerous cross-border issues related to the environment,
conflicts, poverty, terrorism, refugees, and development.
Focusing on these issues, students learn about the theory andhistory of international relations, as well as conflict resolution
methods and practice, which hold the key to finding solutions.
Career opportunities include roles in international organizations,
government bodies such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
cultural exchange organizations, NPOs and NGOs, international
corporations and the media.

Students study the languages, cultures, laws, politics, societies,
and economics of East Asia, comprising Japan, China, Korea,
Taiwan, and Southeast Asian countries, to gain a comprehensive,
multi-faceted understanding of this dynamic region. Applying
the skills and knowledge they have acquired, students strive
to promote intra-regional exchange and the development
and security of the East Asian region. Career opportunities
include roles in international organizations, cultural exchangeorganizations, NPOs and NGOs, and international corporations.

European and North American Languages and Cultures
This course broadly surveys the literature, languages, philosophy and history of Europe and North America, particularly the U.S., Britain,
France and Germany, regions that have strongly influenced today’s global democratic society. Students cultivate the analytical andintellectual strengths needed to get a multi-faceted cultural understanding of the principles that drive modern international society. Bylearning about North American and European societies, they gain a comparative perspective on Japan. The course fosters people withpluralistic views and advanced communication skills who can be key actors in international society. Career opportunities include work ininternational institutions and corporations, international departments in public and private organizations, the media, travel and tourism,
and English language teaching.

Environmental Science
Environmental Substances

Lifestyle and the Environment

The aim of the course is to develop an understanding of thecharacteristics of chemical substances in the environment andthe ability to chemically evaluate and analyze environmental
problems. Potential career fields include chemical analysis(companies that require environmental measurement or pollution
prevention management; companies that conduct environmental
analysis) and environmental analysis (wastewater treatmentcompanies, etc.)

The course focuses on the interaction of people’s lifestyles
with social and natural environments in Japan and overseas.
Potential career paths include the environmental systems field(companies involved in eco-system development, comprehensive
environmental assessments, or consulting; energy- and recyclingrelated businesses), and the field of living environment design(companies involved in air conditioning, lighting, and living spaces)

Life and Environment

International Environmental Policies

This course examines the effects on the eco-system and humanhealth of environmental changes stemming from the composition
and function of living organisms and human activity. Career paths
include work in fields that require biotechnology skills, such as
agriculture, food processing or pharmaceuticals, or in the field ofenvironmental conservation (companies involved in greening andEnvironmental Impact Assessments).

Students develop the analytical skills needed to propose
environmental policies both in Japan and overseas, as well as theability to think comprehensively and to analyze environmental
issues from an economics perspective. Career possibilities
include the fields of environmental policy (for national or regional
governments, businesses, and other organizations that require
environmental certificates such as ISO), planning (corporate
planning divisions) and environment-related businesses or foreignand domestic NPOs and NGOs.

Graduates are eligible for the following certifications●First Class Junior High School Teacher’s License (Science)●First Class High School Teacher’s License (Science)●

Teacher-Librarian License

Eligibility to take Second Class Registered Architect (Kenchikushi) Examination (Eligibility is scheduled to be available for students entering in the 2018
academic year.)

Graduates are eligible for the following certifications●First Class High School Teacher’s License (Japanese)First Class Junior High School Teacher’s License (Japanese)●

Teacher-Librarian Qualification●●●

First Class High School Teacher’s License (English)
First Class Junior High School Teacher’s License (English)

Food and Health Sciences

The major changes transforming our society are accompanied by challenges with regard to diet and nutritional problems in various partsof the world.
We need people who can deal with the domestic issues of food safety and dependence on foreign supply, as well as international issues
such as food shortages in developing countries. The objective of the course is to give students the skills and expertise needed to help
solve these issues. In addition to acquiring relevant knowledge of environmental science and international society, students have theopportunity to take the registered dietitian examination, enabling them to begin a professional career immediately upon graduation.

Graduates are eligible for the following certifications

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Eligibility to take national examination for National Registered Dietitians (RD)●First Class Nutrition Teacher’s License●

Food Sanitation Inspector (Appointment qualification)●●

Dietitian License (English)

Food Sanitation Supervisor (Appointment qualification)07

Graduate Schools
FWU opened its Graduate School (master’s program) in April 2015 in order to fulfill its educational philosophy of producing
female leaders for society by giving students the opportunity to hone the skills developed in undergraduate studies and acquirea higher level of expertise. Doctoral programs based on the areas of specialization in the master’s programs were established in
April 2017 with a view to cultivating experts with wide-ranging experience and global perspectives who can play leading roles inJapan and overseas.

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Master’s (Literature, Social Science)

The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers
two areas of specialization, “Language and Culture” and “Social
Sciences.” The master’s program aims to cultivate high-levelprofessionals with the specialized knowledge and practical skills
required in today’s globalizing world, where local culture, society,economics, and law closely influence each other.

Graduates of the program are eligible for thefollowing certifications:Junior High School Specialized Teacher’s License (Japanese),High School Specialized Teacher’s License (Japanese)● J unior High School Specialized Teacher’s License (English),High School Specialized Teacher’s License (English)●■ Specialization in Language and Culture

Two courses are offered: “Japanese Language and Culture”, and“Language and Culture in the English-speaking World.”
Students acquire a deep understanding of the body of linguistic
and cultural knowledge accumulated in Japan and in Englishspeaking regions, and a critical research approach enabling themto reconstruct that knowledge from a global perspective.
■ Specialization in Social Sciences

Two courses are offered: “International Industrial Society” and“International Relations.”
The courses nurture high-level professionals who can elucidate wideranging and diverse phenomena of international society from economic
and political perspectives in ways that have real-world applications.

Ph.D. (Literature, Social Sciences)
The doctoral program cultivates high-level professionals with the specialized knowledge and practical skills required in today’s globalizing
world, where local culture, society, economics, and law closely influence each other.
■ Specialization in Language and Culture

Graduate profile
1) Outstanding educators and researchers who can be leaders in literary, cultural and linguistic fields in Japan and in English-speaking
regions.
2) People with insight and multicultural understanding along with superlative linguistic skills who can play active roles in Japan andoverseas.
■ Specialization in Social Sciences

Graduate profile1) H ighly creative educators and researchers who can be leaders in political and economic fields in Japan and overseas.
2) Practitioners who possess deep insight and advanced political and economic expertise, who can play active roles and offer new
solutions in international society.

Graduate School of Health and Environmental Sciences
Master’s (Health and Environmental Sciences)
The program contributes to the development of “health andenvironmental sciences” aimed at “creating a healthier society inharmony with the environment” from the perspective of healthscience and environmental science, and the natural sciences that
underlie them. It does so by integrating the disciplines of healthscience, home economics, physical science, engineering, andsocial science. To that end, the program has established areas of
specialization in Natural Sciences and Environment, Nutrition and
Health Sciences, and Environmental Management, based on an
educational philosophy of nurturing highly creative graduates withadvanced knowledge and research skills.
■ Specialization in Health and Environmental Sciences

Three areas of specialization are offered: Natural Sciences andEnvironment, Nutrition and Health Sciences, and Environmental
Management.
The program produces graduates who understand the specialized
knowledge and technologies involved in “creating a healthiersociety in harmony with the environment,” and who have acquired
the competencies required to engage in innovative and pioneeringresearch. Those who complete the program are expected topursue paths where they can play key roles as internationallyminded professionals equipped with practical skills.
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Ph.D. (Health and Environmental Sciences)■ Specialization in Health and Environmental Sciences

Graduate profile
The program encourages far-reaching viewpoints and cultivatesproblem-solving abilities, while providing research guidance, withthe aim of nurturing graduates who can carry out independent
research, comprehensively evaluate the results, and take the leadin creating interdisciplinary fields. Our goal is to foster women
who will be at the forefront of their research fields, equippedwith the wide range of knowledge and skills needed to conduct
interdisciplinary research, and who will be core professionals invarious social spheres.

Graduates of the program are eligible for thefollowing certifications:Specialization in Natural Sciences and Environment: Junior HighSchool Specialized Teacher’s License (Science), High School
Specialized Teacher’s License (Science)●Specialization in Nutrition and Health Sciences: Specialized
Teacher’s License in Nutrition●

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International Collaboration

For more about our international programs, please visit:

http://www.fwu.ac.jp/international/

Overseas Partners :32 universities in 20 countries/regions around the world

Asia

China
•Tongji University, College of
Foreign Languages and Women'sCollege•Dalian University

FWU promotes international partnerships with overseas universities throughout the world in order to nurture
globally active young women with diverse points of view and ideas. The International Center of FWU has playeda key role in developing a number of programs to promote international partnerships and enhance international
opportunities for students, faculty, and staff.

India•University of Delhi, Lady Shri Ram
College for Women
Indonesia•Gadjah Mada University•IPB University
Iceland

Malaysia•University of Malaya•University of Putra Malaysia

U.K.
Belgium

PolandGermany
Croatia

CanadaPhilippines•Ateneo de Manila University

Romania

U.S.A.
South Korea

China

TaiwanSri Lanka

Thailand
Vietnam
Malaysia

Fukuoka Women’s
University

Philippines

Indonesia

Taiwan•Tamkang University•National Dong Hwa University
Thailand•Chulalongkorn University•Thammasat University•Mahidol University
Vietnam•Vietnam National University,
Hanoi

Australia•Federation University

Belgium•University of Leuven
Croatia•Juraj Dobrila University of Pula
Germany•University of Munich
Iceland•University of Iceland

North America
Australia

Sri Lanka•University of Peradeniya

Oceania
EuropeIndia

South Korea•Ewha Womans University•Pusan University of Foreign
Studies•Dong-A University•Seoul National University, Collegeof Human Ecology

Canada•University of Prince Edward
IslandPoland•University of Warsaw, Faculty of
Geography and Regional Studies
Romania•West University of Timisoara
U.K.
•The University of Manchester,Faculty of Humanities•Keele University

U.S.A.
•Spelman College•University of Hawai'i West O'ahu•University of Georgia
As of April 1, 2024

The Consortium of Asian Universities in Fukuoka (CAUFUK)The Consortium of ASEAN-EU-Fukuoka Universities (CASEUF)

The Consortium of Asian Universities in Fukuoka (CAUFUK)
was established in 2011 in collaboration with leading partner
universities in Asia. After discussion among senior level
administrators from partner universities in July 2011, CAUFUK
was formally inaugurated at a signing ceremony in November.
Joint research projects were launched under the themes of“Environmental Problems in Asia,” “Nutrition Management

The Consortium of ASEAN-EU-Fukuoka Universities, launched in 2016, is FWU’s strategic global initiative toexpand its research network with leading universities in ASEAN and the EU. Focusing on research collaboration,
CASEUF will implement various projects including joint educational programs to encourage student mobility
among member universities and staff training programs to create personal connections between administrators.
Through these projects, CASEUF will enhance people-to-people exchange and forge a strong academic network
encompassing all members of the university community.

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in Food Safety and Times of Crisis” and “The Role of Asian
Women in a Sustainable Future.” In November 2014, 54
researchers and staff from 12 universities in seven countries
gathered to announce achievements related to the researchin Fukuoka. Eleven universities from six Asian countries
participated in the announcement.

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OutboundExchange Programs

Exchange programs with our partner universities offer
students study-abroad opportunities ranging from sixmonths to one year. A maximum of 30 credits earned atpartner institutions may be transferred to meet graduation
requirements at FWU, subject to approval. Students who pay
tuition at FWU do not have to pay fees at partner universities,
so the only costs involved are round-trip airfare and living
expenses, which in many cases are lower than in Fukuoka.
In general, a TOEFL (PBT) score of 500 to 550 or higher isrequired.

Field Study Programs

This is an experiential learning opportunity in which students
develop their sociability, international understanding andindependence, while deepening their self-awareness, in theprocess of working with community residents on various
projects overseas.

[Sri Lanka “Exploring Development” Program]This program examines the history of international development
cooperation. Students formulate their own ideas on international
development cooperation in the context of globalization andoffer their own approaches.

[Food and Environment in the Globalized Society(USA)]

A two-week summer program to study food and the environment
in the US. The program consists of language courses, lecturesand site visits. In the food program, students visit a hospitaland a retirement home to observe registered dietitians (RDs)at work in the US and to learn from their expertise. A homestay
program allows students to experience a typical home diet. In
the environment program, students learn about environmental
problems and public efforts to solve them in the US, while
visiting a recycling facility, eco-village, organic farm, national parkand other sites.

[Asian Food Culture Program “EAT”]

A two-week summer program that takes a broad look at Asianfood cultures. This program is jointly organized by FWU, Mahidol
University, and Ewha Womans University. Students will study at
FWU for one week and at either of the two partner universities
for the second week. University students examine food culture in
Asia from a practical standpoint by visiting factories and cooking
in addition to attending lectures on food. All lectures are taught
in English.

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Language and Culture Programs

A variety of short-term language and cultural training
programs are held at official partner universities in springand summer. Programs include opportunities to meet local
students and community residents, enabling participants
to learn about the culture as well as the language. Students
attend a study program of 30 or more hours for two to five
weeks during an overseas stay. Completion of the program iscertified as an undergraduate credit.
•Chinese language and culture program (Dong Hwa University)•Korean language and culture program (Pusan University ofForeign Studies)•Thai language and culture program (Mahidol University)•English language and social service program (Ateneo de Manila
University)•French language and Belgian culture program (KU Leuven)•German language and culture program (University of Munich)•English language and British culture program (University ofManchester)•English language and Canadian culture program (University of
Prince Edward Island)•English language and American culture program (University ofCalifornia, Davis)•English language and New Zealand culture program (Universityof Auckland)

English Village

The English Village is a project that provides FWU students
with a simulated study abroad experience. During this period,
students are strictly forbidden to speak Japanese, and mustuse English only in daily life. International students in our
short-term study abroad program (WJC) serve as facilitators,
leading extracurricular activities, and trading their normal
roles as foreign students on campus for the role of tutor to“study abroad students” coming from Japan. Without leaving
the country, participants share a simulated experience ofstudying overseas by taking part in lectures, orienteering,group games, etc., all conducted in English.

Inbound
Short-Term International Program

Summer Study Programs

WJC

CASEUF Summer Program
http://www.fwu.ac.jp/international/wjc.html#caseuf

The World of Japanese Contemporary Culture Program
http://www.fwu.ac.jp/international/wjc.html#wjc
Recognizing the importance of international education
in today’s world, FWU launched the World of JapaneseContemporary Culture Program (WJC) in 2010 as a symbolof the University’s international orientation. WJC is a shortterm study abroad program designed to provide a uniqueeducational experience focusing on Japanese culture, with
instruction in English. Students may attend the programfor one semester or for a full year. The curriculum for the
Fall Semester (September-February) focuses more on
Japanese contemporary culture, while the Spring Semester(April-August) offers more subjects relating to Japanesetraditional culture. Japanese language classes are available
at various levels and students can take classes suited to theirproficiency.
Various excursions and events such as field-study trips,
special lectures by guest speakers, and symposia areorganized. The Japanese student buddy program called JDMates will provide WJC students the support they need tosettle into life at Fukuoka Women’s University (FWU) and also
opportunities to socialize with FWU students.

The CASEUF Summer Program is designed to provide students
from the CASEUF member institutions with an introduction
to contemporary issues in ASEAN, EU, and Japan, and an
opportunity to think about relationships among those regionsin the global era. The Program is held early in August withmore than 30 students participating (20 from ASEAN and EU;
10 from FWU).

EAT

Asian Food Culture Program
http://www.fwu.ac.jp/international/wjc.html#eat
EAT is a joint summer program organized by Ewha Womans
University, Mahidol University, and FWU. In the two-weekprogram, students from the three universities reflect broadlyon Asian food cultures, while exploring traditional andmodern Asian cuisine and culture through field trips andspecial lectures all taught in English in Thailand, South Korea,
and Japan.

FWU may offer scholarships to exchange students frompartner universities based on each university’s exchange
agreement.
To apply for WJC, you must be able to provide evidence ofyour spoken and written command of the English language(TOEFL-PBT score 500+). For the Japanese language andCulture Course module, the level N2 of the Japanese
Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) or above is required.

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International Friendship House				Nadeshiko
A shared dormitory lets international and Japanese students experience everyday
life in a global setting. All students live in residence during their first year, andinternational students stay in the dormitory for four years.

Layout of apartments and amenities provided

Layout1

Hall•The dormitory provides an educational environment where Japanese and international students deepen theirunderstanding of other cultures while becoming well-rounded individuals and members of society.
•Students help manage the dormitory as floor leaders and Nadeshiko Mates.

Window

Eat-in kitchen

All students live in the International Friendship House Nadeshiko during their first year, and international students remain in thedormitory for four years. Each apartment is typically shared by three Japanese and one international student in a communal living
arrangement that lets students develop strong relationship-building skills, understanding of other cultures, and proficiency in foreign
languages. Life in residence exposes students to diverse values and ways of thinking and offers exciting intercultural experiences everyday. International Friendship House Nadeshiko plays an important role in educating highly motivated and skilled women at FWU.

ToiletPrivatebedroom 1＊ Floor leaders: First-year students who help sort out problems, plan events, and maintain communications in the dormitory.
＊ Nadeshiko Mates: Students in their second year and above who provide support for daily life in residence.

Privatebedroom 2
Balcony

Washing
machineSink/vanityPrivatebedroom 3(Approx. 10m ) (Approx. 10m2)
2

Balcony2Bathtub

Privatebedroom 4(Approx. 10m2)(Approx. 10m2)

Facilities and Layout

Balcony

Balcony

3
1 Eat-in kitchen

Common kitchen

Entrance

Entrance

Bright and open eat-in kitchen (approx.
26m2) is fully equipped with large kitchenarea/sink, IH stove, and other amenities.
Roommates can enjoy preparing andeating meals together.   

2 Private bedroom

 here are four separate bedrooms, eachTfacing a balcony. The layout ensures thatstudents have private time for studying orother activities.

Exterior

4
Staff office5

Dining room
Wing D7

3 Balcony

 ach of the four rooms has its own
Ebalcony.

4 Bathtub
5 Sink/vanity

Wing C
Entrance
Hall

Wing A6

 he sink/vanity area has a large mirrorT
and wide countertop.

Wing B

6 Four individual cabinets

T he detailed design features individual
cabinets and drawers for each resident.  

Laundry room

7 Four shoe cupboards

Mail boxes

Dormitory Management

Dormitory Information•Regular Students

Management staff are on hand 24 hours a day, inspecting the dormitory both inside and out, distributing mail, greeting visitors, handling emergencies, arranging use of common
spaces and equipment, and checking on the whereabouts of residents.
Management Staff
DutiesNadeshiko Mates
Dormitory
Education
Committee/Student
Support Team•Distributing mail•Confirming that students are in residence•Managing student health•Greeting parents and visitors•Handling rental and distribution of bedding•Dealing with equipment problems in the dormitory•Moving in/moving out procedures•Other dormitory matters

Nadeshiko Mates help plan dorm events and offer counseling and advice on student issues. Students in their second year or above can apply for these positions.

14- ¥15,000 per month (includes ¥5,100 room fee, ¥9,900 utilities, internet connection fee, activities andmaintenance and cleaning fee, ¥6,300 utilities, and internet connection fee)
- Paid-in-advance cleaning fee ¥16,500- Bedding can be rented for an additional fee upon request•Exchange Students- ¥9,900 per month (all inclusive)- Paid-in-advance cleaning fee ¥16,500- Bedding can be rented for an additional fee upon request

Capacity

340 (Four people per unit). 4DK (4 private bedrooms, shared eat-in kitchen, bathroom, toilet) x 85 units (6-floor building) Wings A-C

Floor area

•Private bedroom approximately 10 m2•Each unit approximately 82.40 m2•Private bedroom: Air-conditioner, desk (with light and bookshelf), chair, closet, bed (with storage space), internet access, balcony (clothesline and clips)
Carries out overall management and operation of the residence, including educational programming and room assignments.
Students can consult freely with members of the team about any problems experienced on campus.

Health Office andA Student Counseling Room and Health Office are set up on campus to manage students’ mental and physical health. Students can use the facilities when they are depressed
Student Counselingor troubled by problems in their studies, personal lives or relationships.
Room
Security Office

Fees

Security guards are on duty 24 hours a day at the Security Office in front of the university’s main entrance.

＊Residents are requested to provide their own blankets, pillows and other bedding, but these may be rented for a fee.

Facilities•Common area: (Shared by four people) Kitchen (IH stove, sink, refrigerator, IH rice cooker, microwave, electric hot pot, kettle, kitchen table, etc.), bathtub (with shower), air conditioner,sink/vanity, toilet, washing machine, vacuum cleaner, umbrella stand, shoe cupboard, extension phone, etc.
•The dormitory also has a large tatami room, meeting rooms, common kitchen, shower room, laundry room, and other shared facilities.

Meals

Students prepare their own meals. The student cafeteria is open weekdays from 11:30 to 19:00 (closed from 14:00 to 17:00). The student coop J Shop is open weekdays from 8:10 to 18:10.

Management
and Security

The security system includes auto-lock doors and card keys for the main entrance, security cameras and personnel.
Management staff are always on the premises.

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Facts and Figures

Administrative Organization

FWU in the THE Japan University Rankings 2023
10 thInternational Outlook

President

Common Curriculum

2 nd
Women’s Universities

Undergraduate
Schools

45 th
Overall

Board Chairman

International Liberal Arts
International College ofArts and Sciences<Board of Trustees>
Board Chairman
Vice Board Chairman
Trustees (5)Auditors (2)Environmental Science

Food and Health Sciences

International Students

Student Demographics (As of May 1, 2023)
Graduate (56)
5%

Total
1,128

Japanese
91%

Total
105

International
9%

Undergraduate (1,019)
90%

Total

Graduate
Schools(38)■ China		(36)■ South Korea(2)■ Taiwan		
(2)■ Malaysia(5)■ Thailand(11)■ Vietnam(3)■ Belgium(2)■ Croatia(2)■ Germany(1)■ Iceland(1)■ Poland		(1)■ U.K.		
■ Serbia		(1)Non-degree (53)5%Humanities and Social Sciences

Health and Environmental Sciences

Language Education Center(105)

Educational Planning Center
Vice President
Center for Teaching and Learning

OutboundStudents

200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0

Exchange Programs andShort-term Programs(1-4 weeks)

Admission Center
Vice President
Student Support Center
133

122

132

132

97

127

147

151

Regional Liaison Center

138
84

Vice President

93International Center
0
0
25
38
35
32
32
34
28
27
25
22
18
18
1
4
12
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023

■ Exchange

IR and ICT Center
Vice President
Women's Leadership Center■ Short-term

Food Study Center

Enrollment

As of May 1, 2023

Academic and Administrative Staff

International College of Arts and Sciences
Department
Intenational Liberal Arts

1st Year

2nd Year

3rd Year133

137

4th Year

152

Total

158

580

Environmental Sciences

77

69

72

75

293

Food and Heath Sciences

37

36

37

36

146

Total

247

242

261

269

1,019

Graduate Schools

Graduate School of
Health and Environmental
Sciences

16

Administrative Staff

Professors

Associate
Professors

Lecturers

Assistant
Professors

Research
Associates

Total

Permanent

Fixed-term

Total

33 (5)

31 (3)

13 (6)

4 (1)

6 (0)

87 (15)31 (1)

38 (1)

69 (2)

Programs

1st Year

2nd Year4

3rd Year6

Library

Center for Strategic Planning

Tuition and Fees
Master's Program in Language and Culture

Dean of Library

Numbers of included foreign employees in parentheses

Graduate Schools
Graduate School of
Humanities and Social
Sciences

As of May 1, 2023

Academic Staff

Admission Fee and Tuition

Total
0

10

Doctoral Program in Language and Culture

0

1

4

5

Master's Program in Social Sciences

6

3

0

9

Doctoral Program in Social Sciences

2

0

2

4

Total

12

10

6

28

Master's Program in Health and Environmental Sciences

8

12

0

20

Doctoral Program in Health and Environmental Sciences

3

1

4

8

Total

11

13

4

28

Students
from Fukuoka
Prefecture

Students fromoutside theprefecture

282,000 Yen

520,000 Yen

Tuition (Tuition for 535,800 Yen(267,900 Yen)
the 1st Half)

535,800 Yen(267,900 Yen)

Admission Fee

Total

817,800 Yen

1,055,800 Yen

Vice Board
Chairman

Other Fees
Supporters Association Fee(Initial Fee)

Centenary Office

40,000 Yen

Supporters Association Fee(Annual Fee)

10,000 Yen

Insurance (4 year period)

4,010 Yen (International Liberay Arts andEnvironmental Sciences)
4,080 Yen (Food and Health Sciences)

Dormitory Fee (1st year only)

194,300 Yen

Students' Union Membership Fee(4 year period)

15,000 Yen

Secretary General

Administrative Management Center

17Campus

Regional Liaison Center

Main Gate

Research Building & Roof Garden‘Nadeshiko’ International
Friendship House

GroundMain Building
International Center

Research Building A

Lecture Building
Security Office

Vehicle Gate

Library &Art Gallery

Research Building B

Activity Club House
Assembly HallSports Cube

Regional Liaison Center
South Gate
GroundMain Gate

Assembly Hall

Fukuoka Women’s University

Access18

Walk
Approx
1 minute
Walk
Approx.
12 minutes
Walk
Approx.
10 minutes

Art Gallery*The time required is for daytime normal service. It does not include transfer or waiting times.
Nishitetsu Bus“Fukuoka
Joshidai-mae”
Bus Stop

Nishitetsu Bus (21A, 26A) via Fukuoka Urban Expressway Route 1
Approx. 15 minutes
Nishitetsu Bus (21, 26, 23) via Kashii, Najima, and Showa-dori
Approx. 33 minutes

Nishitetsu
Nishitetsu Kaizuka Line
Kaizuka Line
Approx. 9 minutes“Nishitetsu Kashii” Station
Nishitetsu
Nishitetsu Kaizuka Line
Kaizuka Line
Approx. 14 min.
“Kashiikaen-mae” Station

Nishitetsu
Kaizuka Line
SubwayHakozaki Line
“Kaizuka”
StationSubway Hakozaki Line
Approx. 12 minutes

JR Kagoshima Main LineWalk
Approx.
15 minute

JR Kagoshima
Main Line“Kashii”
StationApprox. 7 minutes (Rapid), Approx. 10 minutes (Local)
Shinkansen (Nozomi) via Hakata Station: Approx. 26 minutes
JR Kagoshima Main Line: Approx. 38 minutes (Limited Express), Approx. 58 minutes (Rapid)

Nishitetsu Bus“Tenjin
Yubinkyokumae (18)”
Bus Stop

Subway“Tenjin”
StationSubway Airport Line

JR “Hakata”
StationSubway Airport Line

Approx. 11 minutes

Subway“Fukuoka
Airport”
StationApprox. 5 minutes

JR “Kokura”
Station19