The
Okayama University is inviting applications are for Summer School Scholarships
which runs from July 1, 2018 – July 14, 2018. This is a two weeks programme
available for international students.
Okayama University is inviting applications are for Summer School Scholarships
which runs from July 1, 2018 – July 14, 2018. This is a two weeks programme
available for international students.
This
two-week summer program aims to provide students from all around the world with
opportunities to learn about the Setouchi region and to advance the SDGs with a
clear picture of Setouchi’s past, present and future through a lecture series,
concerning topics such as the revitalization of mountain villages, tourism in a
small island, community involvement in the historical town, Kurashiki, the
Setouchi Art Festival, and its influence on local people’s lifestyles.
two-week summer program aims to provide students from all around the world with
opportunities to learn about the Setouchi region and to advance the SDGs with a
clear picture of Setouchi’s past, present and future through a lecture series,
concerning topics such as the revitalization of mountain villages, tourism in a
small island, community involvement in the historical town, Kurashiki, the
Setouchi Art Festival, and its influence on local people’s lifestyles.
The
Okayama University is a top-class national university with over
140 years of history. We have 11 faculties, 7 graduate schools, and
various programs. You can gain a unique learning experience which will
positively impact the future success of your academic and professional career.
Okayama University is a top-class national university with over
140 years of history. We have 11 faculties, 7 graduate schools, and
various programs. You can gain a unique learning experience which will
positively impact the future success of your academic and professional career.
Scholarship
Description:
Description:
- Application
Deadline: The
application deadlines are:
First deadline: February 14, 2018 (Wednesday)
Second deadline: March 7, 2018 (Wednesday) - Course
Level: This
is a summer programme. - Study
Subject:
Scholarship is awarded in “SETOUCHI – Its Natural Environment and Society”
Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). - Scholarship
Award:
Students who are applying from one of our partner institutions and have an
academic record of good standing are encouraged to apply for our
scholarship program (80,000 JPY).
The official transcript from our partner institutions submitted with
students’ applications for this Summer Program will be referred to when
consideration is given to which students satisfy the criteria for the
scholarship. The award decision will be made on June 1, 2018 (Friday). - IMPORTANT:
Travel Insurance Requirements: All participants are required to arrange
travel insurance in their home countries before departing to Japan.
Students, who arrive at Okayama University without proper insurance, are
required to purchase Okayama university co-op insurance before attending
the summer program. (Approximately 5,000 JPY for premium and 4,000JPY for
membership deposit. Cash only). - Nationality:
Students
from all around the world are eligible. - Number
of Scholarships:
45 maximum (Minimum number 20). If the total number of applicants who
qualify to take the course does not meet the minimum required number,
this summer program may be cancelled. The decision about whether or
not this program will be carried out will be made and announced by
May 25, 2018 (Friday). - Scholarship
can be taken in
Japan
Eligibility
for the Scholarship:
for the Scholarship:
Eligible
Countries: Students
from all around the world are eligible.
Countries: Students
from all around the world are eligible.
Entrance
Requirements: To
be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:
Requirements: To
be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:
Undergraduate
students who are studying in universities with which Okayama University has an
agreement for academic or student exchange will be given priority.
Undergraduate students from other overseas higher education institutions are
also encouraged to apply. However, such candidates cannot be considered as
candidates for the JASSO scholarship.
students who are studying in universities with which Okayama University has an
agreement for academic or student exchange will be given priority.
Undergraduate students from other overseas higher education institutions are
also encouraged to apply. However, such candidates cannot be considered as
candidates for the JASSO scholarship.
Language
Requirements:
Requirements:
Since
English is the medium language of instruction in this program, students are
required to be proficient in English. Students who are non-native speaker of
English must submit one of the following documents as proof of English
proficiency,
TOEFL iBT 61 or above
IELTS 5.5 with an equivalent mark of the CEFR B2 level or above
Other English test scores which can be considered as equivalent to the CEFR
B2 level or above.
NOTE: CEFR stands for Common European Framework of Reference
for Languages. * If you have any questions regarding this English
proficiency requirement, please contact our program coordinator (see #13).
English is the medium language of instruction in this program, students are
required to be proficient in English. Students who are non-native speaker of
English must submit one of the following documents as proof of English
proficiency,
TOEFL iBT 61 or above
IELTS 5.5 with an equivalent mark of the CEFR B2 level or above
Other English test scores which can be considered as equivalent to the CEFR
B2 level or above.
NOTE: CEFR stands for Common European Framework of Reference
for Languages. * If you have any questions regarding this English
proficiency requirement, please contact our program coordinator (see #13).
Application
Procedure:
Procedure:
How
to Apply: Students
may apply for this summer school through the following website.
to Apply: Students
may apply for this summer school through the following website.
