Study in Japan
If
you fancy studying in Japan, the homeland of the bullet train, Nintendo
Wii, instant noodles in a pot and of course karaoke, you’ll be pleased
to know Japan wants you too.
Considering studying in Japan? Read our guide to find out everything you need to know about Japanese universities and culture, and what steps to take next.
Known for making things smaller, faster, and above all first, Japan was until recently the second-largest economy in the world (it’s now third, behind the US and China). Its economic strength is at least partly due to the strong research and development industry that underlies successful international brands such as Nissan, Toyota, Panasonic, Canon and Sony – as well as producing robots for every need imaginable. Unsurprisingly, an excellent higher education system lies behind all this innovation. Read on for more information.
The government is keen to attract more international students, and has set a target of having 300,000 foreign students in the country by 2020 (it reached the 100,000 mark in 2003). As a result, universities are doing all they can to make life easier for foreign students, from the application process all the way through to finding a job after graduation.
One thing that will certainly make life easier for many international students is the introduction of more courses taught partly or entirely in English. Other schemes to attract more overseas students include:
Japan has approximately 780 universities, of which about 80% are private. There are also specialized schools and colleges that provide more vocational types of degree.
In the 2013/14 QS World University Rankings, the highest ranked Japanese universities are the University of Tokyo at 32nd, Kyoto University at 35th and Osaka University at 55th.
‘Todai’, more formally known as the University of Tokyo,
is not only number one in Asia for arts and humanities in the eyes of
academics, but it also boasts the region’s strongest academic reputation
in all of the other subject areas assessed – with the exception of
social sciences and management, where it falls into second place behind
the National University of Singapore (NUS). The University of Tokyo is
ranked 31st in the QS World University Rankings 2014/15 and 12th in the QS University Rankings: Latin America 2015.
Featured in 33 out of 36 subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015, the University of Tokyo is ranked in the world's top 100 schools for as many as 29 of these subjects. The school is in the world's top 10 for architecture, chemical engineering, chemistry, modern languages and pharmacy & pharmacology.
Discover Japan's top cities for students
There are also hundreds of colleges and universities in Tokyo, including Japan’s top-ranked institution, the University of Tokyo, currently 31sr in the QS World University Rankings. Despite being ranked among the world's most expensive cities in the annual Mercer Cost of Living Survey, Tokyo does not have to be ridiculously bank-breaking. That is, as long as you avoid using taxis, eating out at Aragawa (one of the world’s priciest restaurants) or spending too much time in the famous game arcades
Kyoto University is Japan’s second oldest and second highest ranked university, at 36th in the current QS World University Rankings. Kyoto Institute of Technology is also highly esteemed, and there are more than 30 colleges and universities in Kyoto to choose from in all. But even if you don’t pick a university in Kyoto, it’s still definitely a place to visit during your time in Japan.
Source : http://www.topuniversities.com/where-to-study/asia/japan/guide#tab=1
Known for making things smaller, faster, and above all first, Japan was until recently the second-largest economy in the world (it’s now third, behind the US and China). Its economic strength is at least partly due to the strong research and development industry that underlies successful international brands such as Nissan, Toyota, Panasonic, Canon and Sony – as well as producing robots for every need imaginable. Unsurprisingly, an excellent higher education system lies behind all this innovation. Read on for more information.
The government is keen to attract more international students, and has set a target of having 300,000 foreign students in the country by 2020 (it reached the 100,000 mark in 2003). As a result, universities are doing all they can to make life easier for foreign students, from the application process all the way through to finding a job after graduation.
One thing that will certainly make life easier for many international students is the introduction of more courses taught partly or entirely in English. Other schemes to attract more overseas students include:
- Hiring special staff to support international students,
- Allowing students to start courses in September (instead of April, which is when Japan’s academic year usually starts),
- Recruiting more teaching staff from outside Japan,
- Increasing exchange programs with universities in other countries.
Japan has approximately 780 universities, of which about 80% are private. There are also specialized schools and colleges that provide more vocational types of degree.
In the 2013/14 QS World University Rankings, the highest ranked Japanese universities are the University of Tokyo at 32nd, Kyoto University at 35th and Osaka University at 55th.
University of Tokyo
Featured in 33 out of 36 subjects in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015, the University of Tokyo is ranked in the world's top 100 schools for as many as 29 of these subjects. The school is in the world's top 10 for architecture, chemical engineering, chemistry, modern languages and pharmacy & pharmacology.
Kyoto University
Based in Japan’s old capital city of Kyoto, Kyoto University boasts a place among 29 out of 36 subject rankings this year. Of these, Kyoto University is ranked within the world's top 50 for 17 subjects, including biological sciences, chemical engineering, chemistry, civil & structural engineering, history & archaeology, modern languages and physics & astronomy.Discover Japan's top cities for students
Tokyo
Mention Tokyo and most people probably picture neon signs, congested traffic and, well, more neon signs. But there’s more to Japan’s capital than bright lights – though it certainly has lots of those. Away from the main highways and the non-stop turnover of new gadgets in Akihabara (‘electric town’), there are more tranquil pleasures to be enjoyed: shrines and temples, traditional gardens and teahouses, noodle bars and fresh sushi.There are also hundreds of colleges and universities in Tokyo, including Japan’s top-ranked institution, the University of Tokyo, currently 31sr in the QS World University Rankings. Despite being ranked among the world's most expensive cities in the annual Mercer Cost of Living Survey, Tokyo does not have to be ridiculously bank-breaking. That is, as long as you avoid using taxis, eating out at Aragawa (one of the world’s priciest restaurants) or spending too much time in the famous game arcades
Kyoto
Now known as Japan’s cultural capital, Kyoto was in fact the political capital for more than 1,000 years, up to 1868. Home to 17 UNESCO World Heritage sites, Kyoto is top of the list for those students looking to explore Japan’s rich history – but that’s not to stay it stopped developing back in 1868. Today, historical sites are surrounded by thriving industry and business, as well as a year-round program of festivals and cultural events.Kyoto University is Japan’s second oldest and second highest ranked university, at 36th in the current QS World University Rankings. Kyoto Institute of Technology is also highly esteemed, and there are more than 30 colleges and universities in Kyoto to choose from in all. But even if you don’t pick a university in Kyoto, it’s still definitely a place to visit during your time in Japan.
Osaka
As far back as historical records go, Osaka has been a place of meetings and exchanges – an international gateway for trade, politics and knowledge. Today, Osaka remains a key economic and cultural hub, with a large and diverse population and an economy bigger than some entire countries can boast. ‘Cultural capital’ Kyoto is only about 40km away, but Osaka itself is not short on art exhibitions, live music or drama, as well as being known for its excellent and varied cuisine. Universities in Osaka also hold their own, with Osaka University ranked 55th in the QS World University Rankings.Source : http://www.topuniversities.com/where-to-study/asia/japan/guide#tab=1
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