Many course require the permission of the instructor, evidence of appropriate prerequisite courses, and an intermediate level of Japanese ability. Students with advanced Japanese ability may also choose from a wider range of courses offered the various faculties and departments on both campuses. Classes normally meet once or twice a week for a ninety minutes for a total of between 12-14 sessions per semester. The various levels of the Japanese language program, however, meet for at least 4 ninety minute sessions per week. Some subjects are offered as year-long courses, while others are for one semester only.
Credit is granted on a semester basis.
International students are expected to register for a minimum of 12 credits per semester. The average load is 14-16 credits per semester.