International Exchange Programs
International exchange with over 300 students every year
Based on the principles of “Language Power”, “Communication Power”, and “Human Power”, Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies constantly focuses on international exchange as a fundamental element of education.
Since beginning its first study abroad program in 1985, NUFS has developed a proud tradition of international exchange with partner universities around the world. Now, the program has expanded to the point that one of every three NUFS students is sent abroad and 300 international students are received at NUFS each year.
Students from the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, Taiwan, Korea, and other countries are currently studying at the university. To help support these students in their pursuit of “Language Power,” “Communication Power,” and “Human Power,” the university offers conversation partners, volunteer opportunities, and other venues for international exchange. International exchange at NUFS is for not only for students leaving Japan to go abroad but also for those arriving at the university to further their education in Japan.
One of the most comprehensive exchange programs in Japan
In collaboration with our partner universities, NUFS participates in the following study abroad programs.
●Incoming students: Studying abroad in Nagasaki
1st Year Regular Student Curriculum Program
| Term | 4 Years |
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| Details | After one year of preparation at a partner university, a student studies at NUFS for four years to receive a degree in Japanese Language and Culture. |
3rd Year Regular Student Curriculum Program
| Term | 2 Years |
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| Details | At the recommendation of a partner university, a student enters NUFS as a 3rd year student and studies for two years to receive a degree. |
Dual Degree Program
| Term | 2 Years |
|---|---|
| Details | Through this program, a student studies for two years at a partner university and two years at NUFS to receive degrees at both institutions. Launched in 2007, this program currently includes ten partner universities in China, Taiwan, and Korea. |
Short-term Study Abroad Program
| Term | Semester or Academic Year |
|---|---|
| Details | NUFS receives a student from a partner university as part of a short-term exchange program. The primary short-term study abroad program for American and European universities is JASIN: Japan Studies in Nagasaki. For universities in Asia, NICS: Nagasaki International Communication Studies serves as the core program. |
Short-term Training Abroad Program
| Term | 1 Month |
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| Details | A student from a partner university visits NUFS for approximately one month and participates in Japanese language and culture courses. |
●Outgoing students：Leaving Japan to study abroad
Short-term Study Abroad Program
| Term | 1 Year |
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| Details | An NUFS student spends an academic year studying at a partner university in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, Taiwan, Korea, or elsewhere under one of four categories (Dispatch, Exchange, Special Exchage, Regular–please see below). |
Short-term Training Abroad Program
| Term | 1 Month |
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| Details | As part of an NUFS class, a student visits a partner university to participate in a short-term training program. In the Department of Modern English, students may visit the United States or United Kingdom. In the International Communication Department, destinations include Germany and France. |
Dual Degree Program
| Term | 2 Years |
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| Details | A student studies for 2 years at NUFS and 2 years at a partner university to receive degrees at both institutions. Planning is currently underway for students who enroll at NUFS in 2011 to study at partner institutions beginning in 2012. |
Study Abroad : The world is your campus!
Curiosity + Adventure + Knowledge = Study Abroad
3 Reasons to Study Abroad
Inquisitiveness – Yes, you can change your life!
Why are so many people so enchanted by the idea of “study abroad?” Many students would cite the chance to meet new people and experience a new culture. It is true that “Language Power” and “Human Power” are forged through studying abroad. But more than anything, study abroad is a chance to better understand yourself. By throwing yourself into an unknown culture and society, you discover the unknown “you” as well, one with a greater sense of perspective and more confidence to overcome obstacles in the future.
Adventure – Yes, you can jump into a new culture!
Going to a new, unknown country is certainly an adventure, and it may feel frightening. But there is no need to worry, as Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies will help you along the way. Keeping in close contact with your home university, NUFS will support you from your earliest preparations to your safe and sound return home, freeing you to embark on new adventures in class, at your home stay or dormitory, on field trips, and during free time with new friends in Nagasaki.
Knowledge – Yes, you can learn a lot and graduate!
All outgoing study abroad at NUFS is to partner universities, guaranteeing reliably structured classes and extracurricular activities to help you acquire “Language Power” and “Communication Power” along with knowledge relevant to your field of study. In addition, credits earned at partner universities are counted as NUFS credits, allowing even students who spend a full academic year abroad to graduate from NUFS in four years.
Outgoing (from Japan) Study Abroad : 4 Categories
NUFS sends students abroad from Japan under the following four categories.
Dispatch
Partner university tuition covered by scholarship
NUFS students who excel at their studies are selected for Dispatch programs in which partner university tuition is covered by a scholarship.
Exchange
Partner university tuition waived
NUFS students who excel at their studies may participate in Exchange programs in which partner university tuition is waived.
Special Dispatch
NUFS students receive may study abroad with foreign government or private agency scholarships.
Regular
It is possible to study abroad at an international partner university outside of the Dispatch and Exchange programs. In these cases, partner university tuition is the responsibility of the student.