2. OKAYAMA University
TSUSHIMA
CAMPUS
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3. 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)

4. 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)

5. 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

7. 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

8. 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 students from Japan
Enrollment：October/April
Application acceptance begins on October 3, 2016

9. 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.

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

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

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

13. 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

14. 2017 Application Guide Admission：30 students from abroad
Number of Students to be Accepted for October 2017 Intake
1st Period nd Period rd 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

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. Want to know more? Inquiry by mail, email, or phone
OKAYAMA UNIVERSITY Tsushima-naka, Kita-ku, Okayama Japan
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Discovery Program Homepage: