Intensive Japanese Language Program
Four-Week Session 2010
June 29- July 29, 2010
Since it was established in 1973, the International
Division at Seinan Gakuin University has offered one-semester or
one-year study abroad programs concentrating on Japanese language
and culture. Offering all courses except Japanese language in English
has earned us high marks from students for the quality of program
content. The completion of the new international student residence,
the I-House, in 2004 has allowed us to offer Japanese language education
experiences for more international students. The four-week Summer
Intensive Japanese Program accepts up to 40 students each year at
the Refresher(beginning II), Pre-intermediate, or Intermediate and
Advanced levels of Japanese. Lecturers are all highly experienced
in Japanese language education, both in our year-long exchange programs
and at other universities both here and abroad. The incoming students
are from partner institutions from around the world, making for
a richly international learning environment in which to experience
many other cultures and to learn more about the world, in and through
the Japanese language.
The four-week program offers students a unique opportunity to experience
Japan and the Japanese language without the need for an extended
stay, and all the while earning two to four semester credits (US)
to apply toward graduation at students' home universities.
Course Content
- Four different levels (Refresher(beginning II), Pre-intermediate, Intermediate, and Advanced) of classes with 15 or fewer students
- Four-week intensive language instructions, exams, workshops, language lab activities, and on- and off-campus field work.
- Field trips to local shrines and temples, an all-night
vigil to watch the Hakata Gion Yamakasa festival race.
- A two-day study trip to Kumamoto to visit the Kumamoto-castle
, Suizenji-park, Mount Aso and local sights of historical interest
Intensive Japanese both in the Classroom and Out
We have included in a lot of activities for classes
doing things which you can only experience in Japan. For example,
simpler tasks for refresher(beginning II) level students might be
just to go to some shop and find out if they have a particular item
and, if so, how much it costs. More advanced students might be interviewing
Japanese students, or searching around for local landmarks. The
aim in all of this, of course, is to give students an opportunity
to experience the pleasure not only of communication in Japanese,
but of actually accomplishing something. From both these will grow
both confidence and competence in the Japanese language. This makes
the language more than just a classroom subject; it makes it a part
of the students life experience. It is meant to be a lot of fun,
even if it may seem trying at times.
Student Services
Accommodations
Participants will stay in the residence for international
students, the I-House,
opened in February 2004. This facility projects a hotel-like, modern-style
design with clean kitchens on every floor and lounges where you
can comfortably relax. Students will stay in one of the 55 single
rooms, each equipped with air conditioner, bed, desk, chair, refrigerator,
toilet, and sink with hot and cold water. There are shared kitchens,
shower rooms, and washing/drier machines available. All necessary
equipment for living is available at the I-House, ensuring a comfortable
stay during the program. Besides other international students, some
Japanese students live there and are always very helpful as international
students adjust to life in Fukuoka. Everyone is happy to share meals
and eat foods from many different countries. It offers a relaxed
environment for both study and intercultural exchange.
Meals
There are shared kitchens in the dormitory, so participants
can cook themselves. Just under ten minutes on foot, they will be
able to buy groceries at the Nishijin or Fujisaki shopping Street.
There are also many restaurants, pubs, and grocers in these areas
offering a wide range of cuisines from many countries. Students
can also have meals at two on-campus cafeterias at reasonable prices.
Learning Resources
Participants will have access to the library, the language laboratory, and also internet resources through the Seinan Academic Information Network System (SAINS) for free. Passwords for internet access will be issued during orientation. For students who wish to access the system from the I-House using their own computers, there is an Internet connection available at each room. You need only to submit the application form for using your own computer through SAINS. It is required that your computer has a valid anti-virus software installed.
Welcome Services
Greet and pickup service (Fukuoka Airport, Hakata
station or Hakata pier pickup) is available by Seinan Gakuin University
students, and they will take you to the I-House. Additional information
on points of local interests and local area maps will be provided
upon arrival.
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