OKAYAMA University TSUSHIMA CAMPUS Access Map

OKAYAMA University 1: 8 National University Top Global University One of the leading universities In the nation 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　In partnership with the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Top Global University selected by MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology) 11 Faculties & 7 Graduate Schools UNESCO Chair in Research and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), since 2007 10,000 Undergraduates 3,000 Graduates Teaching Staff : Students 1: 8 2 campuses (494 acres)

Tuition and Financial Aid Annual Tuition = ¥535,800 (NT$ 133,950)* *NT$1=\4 Admission Fee = ¥282,000 (NT$ 70,500) Application Fee = ¥17,000 (NT$ 4,250) (Various scholarships and financial aids are available.) Discovery Scholarship for International Students Monthly Amount ¥40,000 (NT$ 10,000)

Cost of Living in Okayama Monthly average rent: ¥35,000 (NT$8,750) On-campus housing, which costs much less, is also available. International Student “Share House” ¥23,000 (NT$5,750) Estimated living expenses (excluding rent): ¥43,000 (NT$10,750) per month

Why DISCOVERY Program? DISCOVERY Program for Global Learners offers… Intensive language training in Japanese and English to ensure in-depth learning A wide range of courses from sciences to humanities in English and Japanese within the program An open curriculum, which enables you to choose your field of studies once you discover your own interests and strengths The choice of taking courses in different Faculties and departments outside the program Opportunities to collaborate with students of diverse backgrounds Long-term engagement with local enterprises and communities through internships and field research

The Discovery Program for Global Learners Beginning in October 2017 It is a bachelor's degree program in arts and sciences Period required for graduation：4 years Language of instruction：English and Japanese Admission：30 students from abroad and 30 students from Japan Enrollment：October/April Application acceptance begins on October 3, 2016

Features of the Curriculum The three possible concentrations cover natural sciences (Science for Global Sustainability) social sciences (Social Innovation and Enterprise) humanities (Culture Diversity and Communities) These courses are offered in English, which prepare students for a variety of career paths.

1. Sciences for Global Sustainability Biodiversity and Conservation Energy Issues and Construction of a Low-Carbon Society Governments and International Organizations Energy Industries

2. Social Innovation and Enterprise Management Social Innovation and Finance Business NPO, NGO

3. Cultural Engagements and Communities Research Methods and Fieldwork Tourism and Hospitality Industry Service Industries Consulting

Features of the Curriculum You can decide your concentration later. You may also take courses offered in Japanese, which are outside the program, including Agriculture / Anthropology / Biology / Chemistry / Earth Sciences / Economics / Education / Engineering / Environmental Sciences / Law / Linguistics / Mathematics / Physics / Pharmacy / Psychology / Robotics / Sociology

2017 Application Guide Admission：30 students from abroad Number of Students to be Accepted for October 2017 Intake 1st Period 10 2nd Period 15 3rd Period 5 Important Dates of Admission 1st Period Application : October 3, 2016 to November 10, 2016 2nd Period Application : November 11, 2016 to January 31, 2017 3rd Period Application : February 1, 2017 to May 10, 2017

College Life and Support Career Development Center provides courses for career development and individual consultation services. L-café is a multi-purpose space where both international and Japanese students can gather for a chat, mutual learning, and fun activities.

College Life and Support The Central Library offers a variety of spaces for reading, studying, and group discussions. The university libraries hold a total of more than 2.1 million books. Okayama University International House is on-campus accommodation for international students and researchers as well as a conference hall.

Want to know more? Inquiry by mail, email, or phone OKAYAMA UNIVERSITY 1-1-1 Tsushima-naka, Kita-ku, Okayama 700-8530 Japan Tel. +81-86-251-7915 E-mail: info_discovery@adm.okayama-u.ac.jp Discovery Program Homepage: http://www.okayama-u.ac.jp/user/discovery/