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OSAKA UNIVERSITY
KANSAI UNIVERSITY
A LITTLE FURTHER AFIELD…
Previously, The Graduate School of Language was
known as the Osaka University of Foreign Studies, until
it merged with Osaka University in 2007. The current
establishment is separated into three departments:
language and culture, language and society, and
Japanese language and culture. The school aims to
promote foreign cultures and their languages to
mould students who are tolerant and understanding
of different people. The Foreign Studies department
has its own library called the International Studies
Library with hundreds of books, including foreign
newspapers and maps; there are heaps of materials to
help you with your studies.
Kansai University was founded in 1886 as Kansai Law
School, with its first graduate school being established
in 1950. The university has excellent student services
and a huge range of extra-curriculum clubs. From
sports, including Japanese martial arts such as Aikido
and Naginata, to Western activities like rugby and
hockey, there are numerous options to get your sweat
on! For the less athletic, there are plenty of creative
clubs such as photography, plus traditional Japanese
pastimes like Igo, Shogi and Noh. The university
also has an expert Student Counselling Room to
support students, parents, staff and even alumni. No
matter your issues or concerns, whether personal or
academic, the service is always available. In addition
to excellent psychological support, Kansai University
has a superb Career Centre which offers advice and
information seminars, including guidance regarding
finding internships and interviews.
If none of the universities located directly in Kobe are calling out to you, there are numerous universities
in the surrounding area that may appeal instead. With fantastic transport links, even if you live in Kobe,
you can easily reach these alternative establishments.
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OSAKA UNIVERSITY
KANSAI UNIVERSITY
A LITTLE FURTHER AFIELD…
Previously, The Graduate School of Language was
known as the Osaka University of Foreign Studies, until
it merged with Osaka University in 2007. The current
establishment is separated into three departments:
language and culture, language and society, and
Japanese language and culture. The school aims to
promote foreign cultures and their languages to
mould students who are tolerant and understanding
of different people. The Foreign Studies department
has its own library called the International Studies
Library with hundreds of books, including foreign
newspapers and maps; there are heaps of materials to
help you with your studies.
Kansai University was founded in 1886 as Kansai Law
School, with its first graduate school being established
in 1950. The university has excellent student services
and a huge range of extra-curriculum clubs. From
sports, including Japanese martial arts such as Aikido
and Naginata, to Western activities like rugby and
hockey, there are numerous options to get your sweat
on! For the less athletic, there are plenty of creative
clubs such as photography, plus traditional Japanese
pastimes like Igo, Shogi and Noh. The university
also has an expert Student Counselling Room to
support students, parents, staff and even alumni. No
matter your issues or concerns, whether personal or
academic, the service is always available. In addition
to excellent psychological support, Kansai University
has a superb Career Centre which offers advice and
information seminars, including guidance regarding
finding internships and interviews.
If none of the universities located directly in Kobe are calling out to you, there are numerous universities
in the surrounding area that may appeal instead. With fantastic transport links, even if you live in Kobe,
you can easily reach these alternative establishments.
