Study in Japan forAfrica Newsletter
Vol.8
November 2023

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Study in Japan Fairs provided useful informatoinand interactions in Uganda and in Kenya
Study in Japan for Africa hosted a series of events in September and October, providing
information on university applications and scholarships. Japanese universities open
applications one year to eight months prior to the September/October admission
period. Such events were, therefore, timely.
In September, two Study in Japan Fairs were held in Uganda and Kenya, as well as Studyin Japan seminars at four high schools and at Ashinaga Uganda, which is aninternational NGO that provides financial support to orphaned children. In October, theactivities moved to online to meet more people including those from West and SouthernAfrica. Two online fairs were organized – one on undergraduate studies and the other on
postgraduate studies.

At these events, participants and Japanese universities actively interacted, discussing
programs and scholarship applications. The information materials provided by at theJapanese universities looking for students from Africa are still available on Study inJapan for Africa website. For undergraduate studies (9 programs from 8 universities),
visit here. For postgraduate studies (21 programs from 19universities), click here.

Introduction to Schoolsand Programmes
Engineering at Kyoto University of Advanced Science(KUAS)
Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS) is an accredited private university which
was founded in 1969 in Kyoto, Japan. In 2020, KUAS established the new Faculty ofEngineering, where students can learn about the most advanced technologies througha practical study program. At KUAS Faculty of Engineering, students will be able to study
a wide range of engineering fields and prepare themselves to compete on the global
stage. KUAS will provide its students with a professional and practical education to help
them grow into leaders of innovation and ensure that they can solve diverse challenges
that society faces. Up to 100% Scholarship opportunities are available for students withacademic excellence.

Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS)
Faculty of Engineering (Undergraduate)/Graduate School of Engineering (Masters/PhD)
Application period (September enrollment 2024):
Undergraduate: 1 December 2023 - 12 January 2024
Postgraduate (Pre-application review): 1 December 2023 - 26 January 2024
Contact: admission@kuas.ac.jp (KUAS International Admissions Office)Website: https://www.kuas.ac.jp/en/

Global BBA at Nagoya University of Commerce andBusiness (NUCB)
Embark on your BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) journey at our idyllic NisshinCampus, nestled in Nagoya's serene suburbs-an economic hub intertwined with
automotive, aircraft, and industrial robot industries.
This program provides a holistic grasp of business management and administration. The
curriculum spans Mathematics, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Marketing,
Entrepreneurship, Management, Sustainability, Law and Political Science. In the fourthyear, students have the option to specialize across Digital Transformation, SustainableBusiness, and Business Transformation. A defining feature of the program is the exciting
opportunity to create an Original Case, departing from the traditional
thesis/dissertation route.
At Nagoya University of Commerce and Business (NUCB), the case method lies at thecore of our academic experience. It immerses students in real-world scenarios, placing
them in the roles of decision-makers. The case method translates theoreticalknowledge into applicable skills and fosters critical thinking, analytical abilities, andeffective communication – all of which are crucial for a successful and rewarding careerin a global business environment.
If you thrive on active participation and the excitement of overcoming challenges, theNUCB Global BBA program is an excellent fit.

Nagoya University of Commerce and Business (NUCB)
Global BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
Application period: Rolling each month (The upcoming application period is 27 November – 8
December 2023 for April and September admissions 2024)
Contact: intl_adm@nucba.ac.jp (International Admission Office)Website: https://www.nucba.ac.jp/en/gbba/

Future Global Leadership Program at Tohoku
UniversityThe Future Global Leadership (FGL) Program at Tohoku University is an innovative anddynamic educational initiative designed to cultivate the next generation of global

leaders. This program consists of three dedicated courses taught completely in English.
The scientific areas of study include "International Mechanical and Aerospace
Engineering", "Advanced Molecular Chemistry," and "Applied Marine Biology". The FGL
program focuses on Interdisciplinary Learning, Cultural Diversity, Research andInnovation, and Leadership Development. It is fostering a Global Network of young
scientists to prepare them to navigate an increasingly interconnected world. To help
meet student needs, Tohoku University also offers a wide range of scholarships andfinancial aid, including the MEXT Scholarship (University Recommendation), thePresident's Fellowship, the Honors Scholarship, and others.

Future Global Leadership Program (FGL), Tohoku University
Advanced Molecular Chemistry (AMC)/International Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering(IMAC-U)/Advanced Marine Biology (AMB)
Application period (October enrollment 2024): Noon 9 January - Noon 17 January 2024 (JST, UTC+9)
Contact: tohoku-fgl@grp.tohoku.ac.jp (TU FGL Undergraduate Admissions)Website: https://www.insc.tohoku.ac.jp/english/degree/undergraduate-english/

TOYO in TOKYOToyo University, located in Tokyo, the capital city in Japan, has Faculty of Global andRegional Studies. It is composed of two departments (Global Innovation Studies andRegional Development Studies) with different focuses of interdisciplinary study.
Department of Global Innovation Studies offers three strands of study: GlobalCollaboration, Global Business, and Global Entrepreneurship. The departmentemphasizes the idea of being an innovative problem solver with sophisticated skills ofcreativity, problem-solving, communication, and language. Therefore, in all strands,students can study economics, business, environmental and social issues, and othertopic in a multilateral way. All courses are taught in English.

Department of Regional Development Studies focuses on international relations,community development, environment, information, infrastructure, and other related
fields. Students can choose either English or Japanese track.
In both programs, full scholarship called Toyo SDGs Ambassador Program is available. Itcovers 60-100% tuition and full housing fee for four years. Toyo is looking for students
who are interested in achieving the 17 goals for sustainable development set by theUnited Nations.

Toyo University
Faculty of Global and Regional Studies
Application period (September enrollment 2024): 9-18 February 2024
Contact: mlglobal@toyo.jp (Toyo University International Affairs Office)Websites: https://www.toyo.ac.jp/en/Bachelor Courses at Ritsumeikan University
No Japanese proficiency required for admission: Ritsumeikan University pioneers new
English-medium undergraduate degree programs utilizing Japan’s well-developed
educational resources. The University currently offers five English-medium
undergraduate programs in the following fields: Global Liberal Arts/Asia-Pacific Affairs,International Relations, Policy Science, and Information Science and Engineering.
Among these offerings are dual/joint undergraduate degree programs, in which
students can earn undergraduate degrees from both Ritsumeikan and partner
universities abroad.

Tuition Reduction Scholarships: International students (who hold the visa status ofresidence of [Student] while studying at RU) are awarded at least a 20% reduction, with
50% and 100% reduction offered to the most outstanding applicants.
*The Tuition Reduction Scheme is confirmed up to 2024 and is subject to change in subsequent years.

For more details, please check Admissions Overview or visit here.
There will be an online session soon on Saturday 11th Nov., 6:00-7:00am (CAT, UTC+2)“Ask us! How to Apply to our English-medium Undergraduate Programs” (Register)Sign-up the newsletters for undergraduate courses at Ritsumeikan University
Information about Graduate Schools, visit here.

Ritsumeikan University
College of Global Liberal Arts/College of International Relations/College of Policy Science/Collegeof Information Science and Engineering
Application period (September enrollment 2024, Some courses have April enrollment only):
6 December 2023 - 16 January 2024
14 February - 5 March 2024
Contact: hello@st.ritsumei.ac.jp (International Admissions Office)Websites: https://en.ritsumei.ac.jp/e-ug/

Upcoming EventsWebinar “What is JDS?” on 11 November
What is JDS? The webinar is coming soon to explain all about it. In a nutshell, JDS isa full covered scholarship program funded by the Japanese government;
for government officials of Kenya and Senegal to study at Japanese universities inEnglish to obtain a master’s degree. For Kenyan candidates, doctoral courses may
also be covered;
which aims to contribute to the improvement of public administrative capacity.
Study in Japan for Africa, collaborating with JDS JICE Project Office in Kenya andSenegal, will be hosting an online information session on Saturday 11 November. Thesession will provide the information on the JDS application procedure, courses offeredby JDS and career paths after graduation from Japanese universities. Although JDS is set
to a specific group of people in Kenya and Senegal, the session is open for everyone.

Webinar “What is JDS?”
Date: Saturday 11 November 2023, 11:00-12:00 Senegal time, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Kenya time,Venue: Online
Registration: https://bit.ly/40bHjwZ (The link will be sent to you once you register.)Contact: studyinjapan@oia.hokudai.ac.jp (Study in Japan for Africa)
JDS Website: https://jds-scholarship.org/

Since 2014, Study in Japan Global Network Project for Sub-Saharan Africa has been implemented
by Hokkaido University, commissioned by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science andTechnology (MEXT-Japan). This project, shortly called "Study in Japan for Africa," intends to assist
talented prospective students from Africa in realizing their dream to study in Japan by providing
information, consultations, and advice.
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