Program Details
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University of Tsukuba |
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The University of Tsukuba has approximately 4000 faculty and staff, and an enrollment of about 10,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students. Since its establishment in 1973, the university has been particularly interested in the international academic community with a special focus on the frequent exchange of professors, researchers, and students. Location: The city of Tsukuba is located approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles) northeast of Tokyo. It is a picturesque city surrounded by rice fields and forests, with Mt. Tsukuba to the north and Kasumigaura, the second largest lake in Japan, to the east. Because of the city's proximity to the Pacific Ocean, the annual average temperature is mild. |
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Applications are open to all majors who have attained a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0, have completed JPNS 102, and have reached at least junior standing by the start of the program. Successful candidates will demonstrate academic success, maturity, and a desire to experience another culture. GPA Requirement: 3.0 on a 4.0 scaleLanguage Requirement: 2 Sem Japanese |
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Direct Credit
available from the following:
[College of Engineering][College of Liberal Arts][College of Health and Human Sciences]
Specifically from: ME, NE (ENGR), HK, PSYC, SLHS (HHS) Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program. |
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Students may participate in this program for a year or the spring semester. At the University of Tsukuba, the academic year starts on April 1 and ends in March 31 of the following year. The academic year is divided into two semesters. The first semester is from April 1 to July 31, the second starts in October until February of the following year.
The University of Tsukuba Junior Year Abroad program offers a wide variety of courses in international studies, social sciences, culture, natural sciences, information sciences, and engineering. For example, seven special courses aim to develop cross-national perspective and improve visiting students' understanding of Japan. The courses are attended by Japanese and non-Japanese students and are taught in English. Courses are divided into three categories: lecture, seminar, and lab-based. Lectures and seminars are 75 minutes per week, while lab-based courses meet twice a week for a total of 150 minutes contact time. |
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| The University provides field trips to various areas in Japan five times a year for foreign students. These programs consist of two-night/three-day package bus tours. Students can join one field trip per academic year. These trips offer visiting students an opportunity to understand Japanese history and culture. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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While attending the University of Tsukuba, students will be housed in one of three campus residence halls. Each room is furnished with a bed, desk, chair, sink, and a telephone. Lounges, common laundry rooms, and kitchenettes are also provided in each building. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Students pursuing program participation accept financial responsibility. Purdue will take measures to mitigate financial risks, although will not be liable for loss. Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location. This will vary by program. Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Fall 2021
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Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should
NOTE: Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad. Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations. Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas. |
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For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents before or by the application deadline. Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline. To insure a place in a program, apply early. As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.
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Click below to search for Purdue students who have participated in this program and are willing to be contacted. If you get no results, you can use the search form to find people who studied in the country you are interested in. |
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The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.
For more information on this program, please contact the Study Abroad Office by phone (765) 494-2383 or email studyabroad@purdue.edu. |
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