A 4-year Bachelor's Degree Program in English/Japanese at one of Japan's "Top Global Universities" starts in October DISCOVER - Your Global Career and Future at a National University in Japan - Okayama University's Cutting Edge Research Facilities - Problem-Solving Skills for Cross-Cultural Settings 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 ● e 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

Why OKAYAMA University? Okayama University was originally founded as a medical school in As one of the “Top Global Universities in Japan,” selected by MEXT (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology), it offers high-quality yet affordable educational programs in eleven faculties and seven graduate schools stretching over several scenic campuses. Approximately 10,000 undergraduate and 3,000 graduate students from forty different countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Oceania have come to study at Okayama University. Okayama University is also a participant in the Six National Universities Network (SUN) and the Six National Universities International Education and Research System (SixERS). An international partnership was recently formed with the ASEAN University Network (AUN), and a UNESCO Chair in Research and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) was established in UNESCO Chair in Research and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), since 2007 Top Global University selected by MEXT 11 Faculties 7 Graduate Schools 1: acres of Campuses In partnership with the ASEAN University Network (AUN) Since ,000 Post-graduates Teaching Staff Students

Basic Information ● Undergraduate program in arts and sciences leading to a bachelor’s degree ● Period required for graduation ： 4 years (or possibly 3.5 years) ● Language of instruction ： English and Japanese ● Admission ： 30 students from abroad and 30 students from Japan ● Enrollment ： October/April Features of the Curriculum ● The three possible concentrations cover natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities, offering courses in English, which prepare students for a variety of career paths. 1. Sciences for Global Sustainability Biodiversity and Conservation Governments and International Organizations Energy Issues and Construction of a Low-Carbon Society Energy Industries 2. Social Innovation and Enterprise NPO Marketing Marketing Social Innovation and Finance NPO, NGO 3. Cultural Engagements and Communities Research Methods and Fieldwork Consulting Tourism and Hospitality Industry Service Industries ● You can decide your concentration later. ● You can also take courses offered by Okayama University in Japanese, but which are outside the program, including Agriculture / Anthropology / Biology / Chemistry / Earth Sciences / Economics / Education / Engineering / Environmental Sciences / Law / Linguistics / Mathematics / Physics / Pharmacy / Robotics / Sociology

Tuition and Financial Aid Cost of Living in Okayama Monthly average rent is ¥35,000. Dorms and subsidized apartments, which cost much less, are also available both on and off campus. Estimated living expenses, excluding rent, are ¥43,000 per month. Admission Required documents and deadlines for overseas application are to be announced. Please check out our website. Annual Tuition¥535,800 Admission Fee¥282,000 Application Fee¥17,000 Various scholarships and financial aids are available.

Voices of DISCOVERY Haeng-ja Sachiko Chung, Ph.D. Many of us have felt at some point in our lives that we do not quite fit into a society or a group of people. I value such experiences. They form your uniqueness. I myself was born in Kyoto as a Korean and educated in Japan until I went to UCLA. After I got a Ph.D., I conducted my research at Harvard University and the University of Tokyo as a postdoctoral fellow. I also taught at liberal arts colleges in the U.S., such as Smith College, for over a decade. One of the most memorable experiences was that my commitment to teaching was rewarded by a teaching award. I decided to come to Okayama University to join a team to build this brand-new Discovery Program. I have been working to incorporate the strengths of the U.S. and Japanese education systems. I look forward to learning with you and helping you to discover your own passion. Our Mission Discovery Program for Global Learners is a new educational program at Okayama University, starting in October This program prepares students who will contribute to global sustainability. While emphasizing bilingual education in English and Japanese in a transcultural academic community, the program aims to produce young leaders who will discover their own paths to taking active roles on the global stage. Discovery students will be offered unique opportunities made possible by the crisscrossing of existing disciplines.

Nina Evelin Schulz (an exchange student through EPOK*) I was born in Brazil but moved to Portugal with my family. Then I went to the U.K. to enter university. I studied Japanese and also took courses in Film and Television Studies there. When I was given an opportunity to come to Japan, I checked out several different universities and found Okayama was the best for me. I was a bit worried if people in Okayama were not used to meeting foreigners, but they turned out to be very nice. I have travelled to many places in Japan, but I feel at home here in Okayama. My favorite place in this university is the L-café. I know everybody here. I am trying to mingle with Japanese students, too. Myung, Chung (biology major) I came here through the Korea-Japan Joint Government Scholarship Program for students in science and engineering departments. Okayama is not as busy as Osaka or Tokyo. You can get to many places by bicycle. I had the opportunity of working as an interpreter for Okayama Prefecture, which was an interesting experience. I find Okayama University students are very open-minded. In the future, I want to go to grad school to get a Ph.D. My ambition is to become a professor of animal ethology and physiology. Mizuho Hashimoto (MP Course*) I graduated from an IB program at the International School of Amsterdam. Okayama University was the only national university at that time, which offered a fall admission. That’s why I came, and I appreciate the great hospitality here. I also joined a students’ club, which has collaborative projects with a small district in Setouchi City within Okayama Prefecture. Our campus has a large farm, and we find even goats there. They are cute! Next year I hope to spend a half year in the U.S. as an exchange student, studying business management. I am also interested in the intersection of ecology and economics. *EPOK (Exchange Program Okayama) *MP Course (Matching Program Course)

College Life and Support J Terrace Café, designed by SANAA, a multiple award-winning architectural firm, serves lunch and soft drinks all day. 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.

Okayama University International House is on-campus accommodation for international students and researchers as well as a conference hall. 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. Contact OKAYAMA UNIVERSITY Tsushima-naka, Kita-ku, Okayama Japan Tel