Senshu University
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AT A GLANCE:
Site:
Senshu University
Homepage:
www.senshu-u.ac.jp
Location:
Tokyo, Japan
Language of Instruction:
Business and Culture in English
Language in Japanese
Program Dates:
12 weeks
Early September - early December
Cost (2008-2009):
$4,300 (NE res.)
$9,749(Non res.)
Housing : ¥222,000 12 week progam (approx. $2,000 as of 1/08)
Subjects:
Japanese Language, Business, Civilization
Application Deadline:
March 1
Housing :
International dorm and homestay
Contact:
Julianne Snyder or Jeff Burdic
CBA 138
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0405
(402) 472-6805
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
e-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu
(402) 472-5358
www.unl.edu/iaffairs
Download as a PDF file :
senshu.pdf
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The University Community |
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Senshu University has set specific international goals, with an emphasis on increasing their students' English language skills. These goals have prompted Senshu University to participate in several exchange programs with universities in the United States to provide study opportunities for their students who are proficient in English.
Senshu University, founded in 1880, is a private institution consisting of two campuses. The downtown Tokyo campus, located near the Imperial Palace, is the home of the Law School and major evening programs. The UNL program is held on the Ikuta campus located in Kawasaki City, about a 25-minute train ride from Shinjuko City, center of Tokyo. The programs of the suburban campus include a graduate school, international office, economics, literature, and business. There are also several University-affiliated high schools. Many graduates of the high schools go on to attend Senshu University.
Admission to the University is highly competitive and only one in five student applicants is accepted. The majority of the 21,000 enrolled students live in Tokyo and commute daily to the campus since there is little opportunity for them to live on campus.
Senshu University has set specific international goals, with an emphasis on increasing their students’ English language skills. These goals have prompted Senshu University to participate in several exchange programs with universities in the United States to provide study opportunities for their students who are proficient in English. |
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Courses of Study |
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The academic program consists of three courses especially designed for program participants. The intense Japanese language course is designed for students with all levels of proficiency, including those who have not studied the language. The emphasis is on conversation, patterns and vocabulary, grammar and reading, and listening comprehension. Eight semester hours of credit will transfer to UNL upon successful completion of the language course.
The Japanese Civilization course is a general introduction to Japanese history and culture. It emphasizes geographical features, history and culture, as well as contemporary Japanese politics, economy, agriculture, education, family and women in society and changes in Japanese society. Along with field trips, students will have the opportunity to observe and practice traditional culture offerings, such as tea ceremonies and calligraphy. The culture course will transfer to UNL as 3 hours of culture credit.
The business course explores Japanese business concepts and methods of operation. Field trips to multinational corporations such as Sony, Nissan, Suntory and Mitsui Insurance highlight the course. The business course has been approved for 6 hours of credit in CBA. Students enrolled in other colleges should discuss credit with the dean's office of their college. |
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Living Arrangements |
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Program participants live only a short walk from the classroom buildings, the train station, and local shops in either Senshu's newly built apartments or the Kenshu-kan, which is a seminar house for international students. Students in both facilities share rooms with other students from England, Ireland, Australia, Mongolia, Germany, Korea, China, Illinois and/or Oregon.
The Kenshu-Kan has a well-equipped kitchen, as well as shower rooms, pay phone, washing machines and dryers. Pillows and blankets are provided. No meals are served by the university.
For a portion of the program, students participate in homestays with Japanese families where they will receive breakfast and dinner and commute to campus during the week. On the weekends, host families often take their students to Kamakura, the countryside, or on a cultural excursion. |
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Duration |
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The exchange program is for 12 weeks. Classroom time is equivalent to a semester at UNL. The program begins in early September and concludes the first week of December (12 week program). |
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Type of Program |
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The exchange program is based on an agreement between Senshu University and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for a reciprocal exchange of students. Exchange students pay program costs to their home institution and then swap places with students from the host institution. The number of students selected to participate in the exchange varies from year to year and depends on the balance of the exchange.
Credits earned at Senshu University are transferable to UNL by department validation. UNL students remain eligible for most scholarships and other forms of financial aid that they normally receive. |
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Am I eligible to apply? |
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Although the program has a special appeal for business students, any undergraduate and graduate student, in good standing, is eligible to apply. A 3.0 GPA is preferred. UNL graduate students must have approval of Graduate Studies and their graduate committees. Students applying for the exchange program should demonstrate a genuine interest in an international experience and in the program. |
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Applications |
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You need following Applications for this program :
 Form A :: General Information
Form B :: Statement of Purpose
Form C :: References
2 Photos
Transcripts
These applications forms are available at International Affairs or www.unl.edu/iaffairs |
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When Should I apply? |
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Applications are accepted through March 1. Individuals are chosen through a selection process. Final selections are made around April 1. |
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How much will it cost? |
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The 2008-2009 program costs $4,300 for Nebraska residents and $9,749 for non-residents. This includes instructional costs and insurance, which are paid to UNL. Costs of ¥222,000 (approximately $2,000) are paid to Senshu University. This cost includes housing, company visits, airport pickup, and the homestay. No meals are included at the dormitory. The host family will provide breakfast and dinner during the homestay. Transportation within Japan, roundtrip airfare (approximately $1100 from Lincoln), and personal expenses are also not included.
An estimated budget for food, souvenirs, and personal expenses is about $2500 for the semester. This budget also includes expenses for the week-long vacation in early November.
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What about transportation? |
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International Affairs makes the travel arrangements in order to receive discounted airfares. Contact International Affairs for further information. |
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What else do I need? |
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Passport pictures; passport and visa information; books and materials about living, traveling, and working abroad are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, 472-5358. |
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Can I get more information? |
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Complete course descriptions and additional program information and applications are available from the College of Business Administration, 138 CBA, Lincoln, NE 68588-0405; 402/472-2310. General books about living and traveling in Japan are available in the International Affairs resource center at 420 University Terrace, P.O. Box 880682, Lincoln, NE 68588-0682; 402/472-5358. Senshu's web site is www.senshu-u.ac.jp.
Academics: Students should discuss general academic information about study at Senshu University with Jeff Burdic, Undergraduate Advising, CBA. For general information about studying in Japan and Asian studies, students may contact a faculty member of the Asian Studies Committee: Peter Bleed (Anthropology), Parks Coble (History), Ikuhu Amano (Modern Languages), Scott Fuess (Economics), Andy Wedeman (Political Science) and others. Students should also discuss study plans with their academic advisers.
Financial Aid: For information about applying your financial aid to study abroad programs, contact Caroline Routh in the UNL Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, 402/472-2030.
Administrative Details: For applications and details about studying abroad, transferring credit, etc., see additional handout materials or contact a study abroad advisor at International Affairs, 420 University Terrace; 472-5358.
Related Programs: Additional UNL exchange programs in Asia include an academic year program at Nanzan University in Japan; Sapporo University in Sapporo and several sites in Hong Kong, Korea, the Philippines, and Thailand through the International Student Exchange Program (ISEP), of which UNL is a member institution.
Contact :
Julianne Snyder or Jeff Burdic
CBA 138
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0405
(402) 472-6805
OR
International Affairs
420 University Terrace
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588-0682
(402) 472-5358
E-mail: iaffairs@unl.edu |
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