Japan

Japan: Global Studies Programs, Meiji Gakuin University, Yokohama

Host Institution

Meiji Gakuin University, Yokohama

Highlights

This social science, English-language program focuses on Japanese perspectives on international relations, economic development, international security and conflict resolution, and politics and society in Asia. The program features course-related study trips led by faculty members, including multi-day trips to Hiroshima and/or Kyoto, and an integrative seminar that involves independent research. Japanese language instruction is offered to facilitate students’ integration into the local culture. Meiji Gakuin’s small, inviting campus is located on a hilltop in a pleasant residential area of Yokohama, part of the Tokyo metropolitan area. (details)

Duration

Fall semester: early September to late December
Spring semester: early April to late July

(calendar)

Academic Focus

International relations, Asian studies, international security and conflict resolution, economic development in Asia, and other social science topics. Graduate students take the same course work as undergraduates. Program course offerings vary from year to year but typically include the following or similar courses:

Seminar in Global Studies
Economic Development in East Asia
Theories of Peace and Conflict
Politics and Society in Japan
Japanese Economy
Information Society
Gender and Society
Pacific Island Studies
The International Court and Conflict
Japanese Language
Special course offered by a visiting UC professor

With permission of the Study Center Director, students may take a course at the Shirokane campus in Tokyo in addition to the required 21 units of program courses. (details)

See Course Finder for courses previously taken by EAP students.

Students attend classes with UC students, international students, and a few host country students.

Language of Instruction

English

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad; 21 UC quarter units per semester are required.

Housing

Students live in single-occupancy dormitories with UC students and international students. A few students may be placed in homestays with Japanese families. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.