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The University of KitakyushuThe University of Kitakyushu

SUMMER JAPANESE INTENSIVEPROGRAM 2020

SUMMER JAPANESE INTENSIVEPROGRAM 2020

Ideal for AllBeginning andIntermediate

Japanese Learners(JLPS N5-N2)

＠北九州市立大学きたがたキャンパス

21 June 2020(Sun.)-5 July 2020(Sun.)21 June 2020(Sun.)-5 July 2020(Sun.)PROGRAM OVERVIEWPROGRAM OVERVIEWPROGRAM OVERVIEWPROGRAM OVERVIEW

The City of Kitakyushu has strong manga and anime culture

and was selected as one of “88 Anime Meccas you want to

visit” in 2018. UKK is offering a 2-week intensive course for

Japanese learners which not only allows participants to

study Japanese using these manga and anime but also

allows them to deepen their understanding of the issues

facing Japanese society now, including the environment,

tourism and regional revitalization. This exciting international

exchange opportunity is available only to students of UKK’s

official foreign exchange partner institutions.

Program Goals

Language class sizes at UKK are limited to 10 students so that each student can receive individual attention.

UKK ranks 1st among Japa-nese public general universi-ties in its level of contribution to regional society.

Kitakyushu City was the only city in Asia to be designated as an SDGs Model City by the OECD.

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Local UKK Buddy System

Participants will have the opportunity to develop intercultural relationships as they interact with UKK students over the course of their stay. Each student will be paired with a UKK student (a ”buddy”) that will offer language advice and accompany visiting students to program events.

WHY UKK?Established just after the end of the

Second World War, the citizens of Kitakyushu founded UKK with ‘peace’ firmly in mind. The institution’s goal is to create a peaceful future through dialogue. UKK aims to train graduates who will facilitate constructive interconnection and social development both in Asia and in the

broader global community.

Program schedule

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Eligibility

Number of Places

(1) Program period: Arrive in Japan on Sunday, June 21, 2020, and leave on Sunday, July 5, 2020

(14 nights, 15 days)

(2) Application period: February 24, through, March 23, 2020

(3) Applications will be accepted until all positions have been filled. Our website will be updated as necessary.

(1) Participants must be a student at a university or graduate school with an exchange agreement with UKK.*1

(2) In principle, qualified students at UKK partner institutions will always be accepted. Additionally, students at other institutions may be considered in cases where a recommendation is provided by an institution with an agreement with UKK.*2

*1(Students who will graduate before the start of this course are ineligible.)

*2(Students at institution with an exchange agreement with UKK will be prioritized over students at other

institutions, due to the limited number of places.)

10 – 20To ensure participation, early application is advised.

TravelInsurance Contact DetailsVisa for Japan

All program participants must purchase travel insurance that covers accidents, injuries and sickness, etc. during travel to and from Japan and throughout their stay in Japan.

Participants that require a visa for their stay in Japan must prepare the relevant documentation and submit it to their closest Japanese embassy, etc. If a program invitation or any other information is required in order to obtain a visa, please contact us by February 28.

Summer Short Program Organizer: The Center for International Education and Exchange, The University of Kitakyushu 4-2-1 Kitagata, Kokuraminami-ku, Kitakyushu, 802-8577, JapanTEL +81-93-964-4202　FAX +81-93-964-4028E-mail kkouryu3@kitakyu-u.ac.jp

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Certification and Accreditation

Optional Tours & Activities

How to Apply(All 3 of the following 　documents are 　required)

Program Fee

(1) Number of credits granted: 3 (number certified by UKK)

(2) A certificate of completion and report of results will be issued to all participants.

(3) Please check with your home university whether credits granted by UKK (equivalent to 50 hours of Japanese study) will be transferable to the home institution.

Optional tours and extra-curricular activities will be planned so that each student may experience and learn about Japanese culture/society in depth at a variety of famous local sites. (Details will be announced later.)

(1) Fill out and sign the application form that can be downloaded from the online application site and submit it to your home institution. Your home institution will forward it to the University of Kitakyushu.

(2) Japanese ability certification/ Evidence of Japanese ability

(3) Photocopy of passport (page including applicant’s name and photograph)

(1) JPY 135,000 (JPY 44,400 for tuition+ JPY 90,600 for accommodation, etc)

(2) This fee includes registration, tuition, accommodation and commuting fees. Travel to and from the airport on designated arrival and departure dates is also included. The price does not include air fare, travel insurance, food, or incidental travel expenses, etc.

(3) Institutions with student exchange agreements may be eligible for program fee discounts (Please inquire for details.)

Language Level

Aims

(1) Beginning and Intermediate Japanese language learners (JLPS levels N5-N2 or the equivalent) are eligible to participate in the course.

(2) Students will be divided into two or three classes according to their proficiency levels.

(3) Course instruction will occur in Japanese with English explanation added as necessary. Beginners must be able to communicate in English.

(1) To study Japanese language, affairs and culture intensively so as to develop media literacy, and to improve expression and imagination.

(2) To deepen understanding of Japanese culture and society through various exchange events with UKK students and local people, collaborative fieldwork outside the classroom, and special lectures.

(3) To nurture people who can analyze their own country’s language and culture and think with a global perspective.

2-Week Summer Intensive Japanese Program @ UKK (tentative)

Accommodation

Learn about Japanese Culture and Society through MANGA

There are a great number of attractive areas around Kitakyushu nearby our hostel. By all means, please come and visit us to plan your travels. Travel-loving staff members can act as your concierge.

R O O M SYou can choose the type of the favorite room, dormitory, single room, or Japanese-style room. You will feel at home using common utilities like shower, kitchen, toilet.

F O O D SWe offer dishes that you can eat only here, using ingredients of Tanga market which is right next to the hostel. Please have a good time drinking and eating delicious foods.

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9:00-10:30 10:40-12:10 13:00-14:30 14:40-16:10 16:20-17:50

SUNDAY,June 21

ARRIVALTransfer from Fukuoka Airport to Kitakyushu

MONDAY,June 22 Registration Meet & Greet

Orientation Placement Test JapaneseLanguage Class Welcome Party

TUESDAY,June 23

Comprehensive Japanese

“Learn Japanese through MANGA”

Week1

Learn Japanese through MANGAworkshop Week1

Lecture ★ on ContemporaryJapanese Culture

(Manga, Anime & Cool Japan)

WEDNESDAY,June 24

Japan Studies (Society)with UKK Students

Field Work with UKK StudentsMANGA Museum

THURSDAY,June 25

Japan Studies (Society)with UKK Students

FRIDAY,June 26

Factory Visit YASKAWA Electric Co., Ltd. Japanese Culture Class

SATURDAY,June 27

[Optional]Explore HAKASE’s Dating Spot ~ Kanmon Straits ~

SUNDAY,June 28

[Optional]Home visit with Japanese Family

MONDAY,June 29

Comprehensive Japanese

“Learn Japanese through MANGA”

Week2

Learn Japanese through MANGAworkshop Week2

Field Work with UKK StudentsMANGA Museum

TUESDAY,June 30

Field Work in Yahatahigashi Area

Lecture ★ on Environment Policy in Kitakyushu

@ Kitakyushu Environment Museum

WEDNESDAY,July 1

Meet withBANANA Princess LUNA Self-study

Preparation for the presentationTHURSDAY,

July 2 Evaluation Test

FRIDAY,July 3

PresentationPreparation

Group Presentation

Wrap-upSession

Japanese Culture ClassFarewell Party

SATURDAY,July 4

[Optional]Mystery Tour with UKK Students

SUNDAY,July 5 DEPARTURE