Embassy of Japan in the UK

In order to increase the number of international students studying in Japan, MEXT, the Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology has launched the Global 30 campaign.

13 universities across Japan have been selected as core institutions offering tailored education to international students. The 13 universities will increase the number of English-only degree courses available at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as improving their systems to receive and support students from abroad. This will include increasing opportunities for international students to learn the Japanese language and providing internship opportunities at Japanese companies.

Tuition fees are affordable compared to those in the UK and various scholarships are available through the universities themselves or through the Embassy of Japan in the case of postgraduate study.

Full details about the Global 30 Project, including links to each of the participating core universities can be found here:

http://www.uni.international.mext.go.jp/

Other useful information regarding study in Japan can be found at the following:

Study in Japan - this offers a comprehensive guide to just about everything connected with studying in Japan, from selecting the right type of institute to application and immigration procedures

Japan Student Services Association (JASSO) - this organisation offers a wide variety of services, including information about study in Japan, promotion of short-term student exchanges, and follow-up services for former international students in Japan. Its website has a fully searchable database of colleges and universities, as well as downloadable information packs.

Gateway to study in Japan - a comprehensive guide to studying in Japan.

International students talk about their experiences of studying in Japan following the earthquake:

http://www.mext.go.jp/english/topics/1307512.htm

Further information available from:
Japan Information and Cultural Centre
Embassy of Japan, 101-104 Piccadilly
London W1J 7JT
Tel: 020 7465 6583
E-mail:scholarship@ld.mofa.go.jp