Japanese Study Abroad Programs

KCP International Japanese Language School, a non-profit educational foundation, is pleased to offer students from around the world a unique opportunity to learn more about Japan, its language, people, and culture. Our programs are open to all English-speaking students in good class standing, as well as to postgraduates and adults. KCP's strength is our attention to quality language instruction. Our carefully integrated language and culture program offers students a unique opportunity to develop Japanese language proficiency while gaining an understanding of Japanese culture and modern society.

Step beyond the classroom and into the world with EF Language Abroad. Our immersive programs combine academic excellence with life-changing cultural experiences in 11 stunning global destinations across 8 countries and 7 languages. Whether you’re a high school student eager to explore the world, a college student preparing for international studies or simply seeking global fluency, EF offers customizable programs that meet your goals and fit your schedule. You will learn a new language better and faster in fun and interactive classes alongside new friends from around the globe. After class, explore the city through planned activities like cooking classes, city tours, student parties, and more. Over the weekend, travel with EF staff to neighboring cities and countries to practice your language skills with locals and see the sights. You have the power to tailor your journey—whether you’re testing your limits in an intensive track, earning career credentials, or preparing for major exams. You’ll develop language skills faster, gain global experiences, and return equipped for the next step. Earn transferable college credit through our partner in education, The University of Montana.

Japan is a fascinating combination of rich history, interesting culture, and a diverse landscape. As a result, it features distinctive societies worth studying, which is exactly what you will do with our semester or full academic program. The Nagasaki Program lets you combine academic coursework with life in a beautiful harbor city with a semi-tropical climate. With its focus on Japanese culture and society, the JAISN program at Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies is perfect for non-native students. Almost 30 percent of the university’s student body are of foreign nationalities, thus enhancing your educational experience within a diverse population. Gain exposure to a culture and language other than Japanese and your own. Participation in a range of activities, including field trips, forms an essential part of the program. These take place in Nagasaki, which boasts of unique layers of history. Immerse yourself in its vibrant culture while staying in a beautiful coastal area and studying Japanese at a renowned institution.

Experience the thrill of studying and living in Bangkok, Thailand’s sprawling capital city and a global hub of culture, commerce, and cuisine. Though Bangkok is a major metropolis, this study abroad semester program is the least expensive of all our offerings, thus ensuring students a surprisingly affordable cost of living. Study at Mahidol University International College (MUIC), the English-speaking arm of the esteemed Mahidol University, taking a variety of classes in English along with your Thai peers. Often considered the gateway to Asia, Bangkok is a great jumping-off point to explore further afield, in neighboring countries such as Cambodia, Malaysia, Myanmar, and more. Of course, the incredible Thai street food, unique culture, and varied landscape may have you wanting to stick around the Land of Smiles!

Your Semester in Auckland program lasts a full semester and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in New Zealand culture. Live and learn in Auckland! Auckland is New Zealand's cosmopolitan city, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. The city's unique blend of Māori and Pacific cultures, iconic landmarks like the Sky Tower and Auckland Harbour Bridge, bustling markets, and lively arts scene create an enriching backdrop for studying abroad. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Auckland is the perfect place to study abroad.

At NYU Shanghai, the newest of NYU’s three degree-granting campuses, you’ll take courses that focus on China taught by expert faculty. Professors bring China’s history and unique culture to life through trips to art galleries, local businesses, and film screenings. You can take a Chinese language course and further improve your language skills by being paired with a student who is fluent in Chinese. Visit NYU Shanghai’s website for up-to-date information. NYU Shanghai’s campus is located in a nine-story building in Pudong, the heart of a thriving economic zone and Shanghai’s commercial center. It features classrooms, an expansive library, an auditorium, a colloquium space, dance and music practice rooms, dining facilities, and a fitness center. Opportunities vary based on local restrictions.

From rich folklore to the Welsh language, Cymraeg, Wales has its own traditions and culture, distinct from England’s. Discover them on the coast of Wales, at a university known for its strong bioscience, chemistry, computer science, and informatics programs. Love languages? The Language for All program offers free classes and resources. Into science? The university is home to the Morgan-Botti Lightning Laboratory—Europe’s only university-based laboratory for studying the direct effects of lightning strikes. Beyond academics, the university has one of the UK’s most active student unions, with 200+ societies, 60+ sports clubs, and live music events. Leave time to explore: From 2,000-year-old Roman fortifications to the ultramodern Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff blends history, culture, and natural beauty. Step inside Cardiff Castle or venture beyond the city to discover rugged peaks and stunning waterfalls—every moment here is worth savoring. See more of the UK with IFSA excursions and activities, all included in your program. Possibilities include a West End theater performance, a chance to try your hand in the Big London Bake experience, and exploring Stonehenge.

The University of Newcastle is a highly ranked institution with a stunning, ecologically sustainable campus. Here, you’ll work hard and play hard, experiencing the true Aussie lifestyle. The city of Newcastle has stunning beaches for surfing and swimming, a low cost of living, a favorable climate, and a casual lifestyle. The perks continue: Our Semester in Newcastle is our most affordable program in the Land Down Under. Enjoy your smart investment as you take your studies and social life to the next level. Best of all, you can easily travel to larger cities like Sydney, which is less than three hours away by train.

As a global city with internship placements in business, media, and so much more, Dublin is the perfect place for your semester-long internship abroad. With IES Internships, you are guaranteed an unpaid, for-credit, 14-week internship placement of at least 32 hours per week in a business or organization that suits your career goals. Build a global network of professional contacts and gain real-world experience all while exploring everything that Dublin has to offer. An IES Internship abroad develops your professional skills, your ability to communicate across cultures, and provides substantive work experience to jump-start your career in today’s competitive job market.

There’s no better time to see Hokkaido’s breathtaking natural surroundings than the summertime, and it’s made even better when you spend that time learning Japanese and mingling with the locals! With our summer course, you’ll have 20 Japanese classes as well as multiple events each week. The day isn’t always done once the classes are over because you have the incredible Sapporo to explore! You’ll get the chance to participate in various group activities with both your fellow classmates and native Japanese! Experience the summer of a lifetime in Hokkaido and study alongside new lifelong friends. Meiji Academy is your starting point for an unforgettable adventure. Get started now!

Take part in short-term summer study programs in different regions across Japan with World Campus International, Inc. This three to nine-week program offers participants the opportunity to grow professionally and gain cultural and international experience in a non-traditional setting, all while enjoying the backdrop of Japanese culture. Participants will experience an authentic Japanese lifestyle by staying with warm and hospitable local families. They would also see famous cultural sites, eat delicious and exotic food, and learn more about Japanese traditions. Admission requirements: * 17 years of age or older * Have conversational English skills or better * Physically and mentally prepared to participate fully and safely for the entire program * Open-minded and adaptable to new environments and circumstances * Motivated to share and present various aspects of your own culture

This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.

Hokkaido Japanese Language School, located in the center of the bustling and modern city of Sapporo, offers students the chance to study Japanese conversationally and culturally. No previous experience is necessary and classes are offered for all levels and age groups. Courses begin every Monday and students have the choice between our nine different programs, including: - Standard Course - Standard + Private Course - Traditional Culture Course - Pop Culture Course - Fashion Culture Course - Travel Japanese Course - JLPT Preparation Course - Winter Course - Summer Course Our certified teachers teach standard Japanese, and interaction with local Japanese during school activities creates the perfect environment to improve your Japanese speaking abilities and learn about Japanese culture. Come join us in beautiful Hokkaido!

The University of Limerick (UL) offers an unforgettable experience. Discover a transformative journey at one of Ireland’s most prestigious universities. UL welcomes international students and provides diverse academic opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and a warm, inclusive community. Studying abroad is a unique time in your education. At UL, we want to be as flexible as possible to ensure incoming students have the option to make the most of their experience with us. Thus, our semester program has been designed to accommodate academic and personal goals by offering various courses across numerous disciplines. Whether you’re studying engineering, business, humanities, or science, UL provides the resources to customize your learning experience. As one of Ireland’s foremost universities, UL is recognized for its dedication to an outstanding student experience, commitment to graduate employability, and research with societal impact. Benefit from an extensive network of partnerships with national and international industries, government bodies, and communities.

The HUFS Exchange Program offers international students the chance to immerse themselves in Korea’s top-ranked global university while earning credits toward their degree. It promotes cultural diversity and academic excellence, thanks to collaboration with prestigious universities worldwide. Students from partner universities can spend a semester or an academic year at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, choosing from diverse courses taught in both Korean and English. They experience life in Korea and develop a global perspective, benefiting from HUFS’ internationally recognized faculty and state-of-the-art facilities. Exchange students remain enrolled and pay tuition fees at their home institutions. They earn transferable credits at HUFS, depending on agreements with their universities. Program eligibility includes completing at least one semester at their home university at the time of participation; a GPA of 2.5 or higher; and proof of English language proficiency for non-native speakers. Students interested in taking Korean-taught courses need to submit proof of language proficiency.

Situated in one of the most beautiful regions in England, studying at the University of Exeter is perfect for everybody. With campuses in Devon and Cornwall, you are on the doorstep of gorgeous beaches and breathtaking national parks. We're surrounded by history, as the city of Exeter was founded by the Romans in 55 AD. The West Gate and a majority of the original Roman walls are still part of our city today. As part of the prestigious Russell Group, our classes are taught by internationally acclaimed academics who are passionate about their subjects in a safe, supportive, and friendly environment. With over 300 student societies, 50 sports clubs, and many career events, the University of Exeter offers you an opportunity to continue developing your skills and interests outside of the classroom.

LTL Language School is a perfect fit for students looking to improve their Japanese quickly. Everyone is welcome to our schools, from beginner to advanced students, of all ages and nationalities. Our schools are based ideally in central areas of both Tokyo and Osaka. You can choose to learn in one or both of our schools and get a truly immersive, Japanese experience. Our comprehensive Japanese programs allow students maximum flexibility. You can study at LTL for a week up to a full year. Our group classes are kept small, with no more than six students per class, to ensure you get plenty of attention from the teachers and time to ask questions. However, most groups only include 2 or 3 students to maximize your ability to learn Japanese fast. Tailored 1-on-1 classes are also available, and accommodation with carefully selected Japanese host families is encouraged to maximize each participant's exposure to the language and culture. Here at LTL, we have welcomed thousands of students since 2007 and are one of Asia's most trusted and premier language schools.

Students who study abroad in Leeds with API at the University of Leeds will choose from a wide range of undergraduate classes open to British and international students. From Stonehenge and Tower Bridge to Eton and Oxford, England is loaded with cherished icons of past eras. But it also does modernity with confidence and panache left over from its days in the never-setting sun. Fashion, fine dining, clubbing, shopping – England’s rank is among the world’s best, offering endless cultural and social opportunities for visitors and residents alike. Leeds offers one of the widest selections of courses in the U.K., and the opportunity to enroll with locals makes it one of our most integrated program options. Also, the University of Leeds has over 300 clubs and societies you can join for an authentic student experience!

This program provides students a great chance to experience "real Japan" and improve their Japanese language skills rapidly. They achieve this by studying intensive courses with 20 classes per week, staying with our carefully selected host families, and participating in various cultural activities. With programs located in several different countries, LanguBridge Education Centre is one of the leading language education providers on Asian Languages in the world. The Japanese language courses have over 10 years of history. We also provide airport pickup and visa/travel information to give you peace of mind on your travel. Our programs are renowned for the quality, affordability, and homestay option.

The Professionals Program from the European Centre for Career Education collaborates with a vast network of over 800 partner companies to provide you with a truly comprehensive career-advancing experience. Don't think of this as just a series of lectures. This program will equip you with a unique mix of soft and hard skills, covering critical topics like Growth & Scaling, Personal Branding, and ESG Reporting, that are essential for success in the modern business world. The course aims to elevate your professional profile and expand your horizons beyond a standard curriculum. Think of this as a strategic leap forward for your career. We’ll guide you through interactive workshops and real-world case studies, help you build a lifetime global network, and connect you with personalized mentorship. With over 1,000 careers already boosted, we know this program is the key to distinguishing yourself and navigating your professional path with confidence.