International Undergraduate Prospectus 2012 - APU Ritsumeikan ...

Ritsumeikan 

Asia Pacific University 

International 

Undergraduate 

Prospectus 2012

Contents 

02 Message from the President 

04 Why Japan 

06 Why APU 

08 A Unique Education System 

10 APM - Bachelor of Business Administration 

12 APM - Curriculum 

14 APS - Bachelor of Social Science 

16 APS - Curriculum 

18 Language Education 

20 Active Learning 

22 Exchange Programs 

24 Career Success 

26 Beppu City 

28 State-of-the-art Campus 

30 Accommodation 

32 Student Life 

34 Clubs and Societies 

36 Events on campus 

38 Events off campus 

40 Admissions Guide 

42 Scholarships and Fees 

APU - 01

Welcome 

to APU 

Your student life at APU is the beginning of a very 

exciting and challenging international journey. 

Our wonderful campus, overlooking the Pacific 

Ocean, is in every way a global village offering 

a unique opportunity to interact with teachers 

and classmates from all over the world. Through 

four years living and studying with us, and getting 

involved in various events and activities, you will 

be taking your first steps into the wider world as 

a global citizen. 

We are now entering an historic era where the 

Asia Pacific is beginning to lead the way in terms 

of global trends and policies. Japan is well known 

as the economic and technological pioneer of 

the region, with a long history and colorful traditions 

and Kyushu will continue to play a big part in the 

region’s future as the country’s bridge to the rest of 

Asia. APU is therefore at the center of this dynamic 

shift and ideally placed to create leaders for 

tomorrow’s world. I urge you to take advantage of 

the wisdom and knowledge available from Japan’s 

most international of universities, and I look forward 

to welcoming you here at APU. 

Professor Shun Korenaga 

President, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University 

Vice-Chancellor, Ritsumeikan Trust 

02 - APU


Why Japan 

APU 

Job Opportunities 

Japan has one of the biggest economies in the 

world with businesses and organizations all over the 

globe. There is therefore a great deal of opportunity 

for international students with a good knowledge 

of Japan, the language and the culture to act as 

a bridge for these companies and organizations 

either in Japan or in various other countries. 

Learn Japanese 

Studying a foreign language in a university in 

your own country does not always mean that 

you will be able to speak, understand and use 

it. At APU you have the opportunity to become 

fluent in Japanese. Immersed in the culture of 

Japan, you can put your new language skills to 

use on a daily basis with new friends and in new 

environments. Many regard Japanese as a very 

difficult language but it is actually relatively simple 

to speak and understand. Of course, reading and 

writing is quite a challenge but that is where APU’s 

education system gives you the extra boost you 

need to master this wonderful language. 

If you’re 

looking for an 

international 

experience or 

an international 

career, I think 

APU is a great 

place to study. 

Abdoulaye - Mali, 

Graduate, 

Production Planner, 

Nissan Motors 


Friendly & Safe 

Japan’s strong economy, combined with 

a culture that places a great deal of 

importance on respect for others, is what makes 

it one of the safest countries in the world. For 

international students, it is an ideal environment 

to live and enjoy studying overseas. It would not 

be unusual at all for you to misplace your wallet 

in a crowded urban area and have it returned 

to you within a day with all the money and 

cards where you left them. 

Rich Culture 

Japan has a long and rich history and is a diverse cultural mix of East 

and West, old and new and natural and artificial. After having gone 

through various stages of development, Japan’s unique and versatile 

culture is what has seen it emerge as a world leader in terms of economy 

and technology allowing for countless opportunities for APU graduates. 


Why APU 

53% 

Japanese 

47% 

International 

A Truly International 

Environment 

Study in English 

APU is the only university in Japan that offers 

all undergraduate programs in English and 

Japanese. There is therefore no need to know 

any Japanese to gain admission. English speaking 

undergraduates come to APU and study for their 

degree in English, taught by international 

professors and lecturers, with English speaking 

classmates from around the world. Our system 

has made it possible for outstanding young 

scholars to study in Japan in an unprecedented 

international learning environment. 

47% InTERnATIOnAL STudEnT BOdy 

The campus is a unique doorway to the wider 

world attracting students and teachers from 

around ninety countries and regions, making up 

nearly 50% of everyone at APU. Our Japanese 

faculty also come to us with various international 

careers and academic experiences. This 

extremely rich mixture of language and culture 

has earned APU the reputation of being Japan’s 

‘global village’. Our aim is to bring together 

talented people from all over the world to study 

and live together within this unique environment. 

Students and faculty at APU come from various 

cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds. 

APU encourages everybody to bring their own 

unique thoughts and ideas to share and students 

naturally acquire international communication 

skills in whatever they are doing. It is a truly unique 

atmosphere that cannot be found anywhere else. 

As it is an immersion environment of both 

Japanese and English, it is a perfect place to 

improve both languages and learn new ones. 

For those students who are not first language 

speakers, we also offer classes in advanced 

English where you can learn how to improve your 

research, academic writing and debate skills. 

Within the Graduate School all classes are 

conducted in English only. 


Tuition Reduction 

Scholarships 

30 - 100% Tuition Reduction 

APU awards many of its international 

students with generous scholarships 

which are given in the form of a 

tuition reduction. The scholarships are 

awarded in the following five scales: 

30%, 50%, 65%, 80% & 100%. 

I want to become 

an airline pilot, 

which requires me 

to be international, 

understanding and 

flexible. APU is the 

perfect stepping 

stone for me to 

achieve my dream. 

Sho - Japan 

Communicative 

Education 

Students at APU have a great track record in 

getting jobs once they leave the university. 

This is due to the skills our students acquire and 

also to the way the classes at APU are often 

organized. APU, as a new university, has excellent 

internet and audiovisual technology available 

which are used to the full. There is a great deal 

of emphasis placed on organizing presentations 

which give students a number of skills. They 

have to learn to work with students from different 

countries, cultures, use different languages; 

learn leadership skills, organizational skills and 

how to put their message across most effectively 

using the technology available. 


A Unique 

Education System 

Study your degree in English 

Learn Japanese and other languages 

DUAl lAngUAgE EDUCATIOn SYSTEm 

English & Japanese 

APU has attracted attention from 

around the world and gained a number 

government awards for its innovative 

system. The most striking difference to other 

universities is that we offer a dual language 

education. Simply put, all undergraduate 

programs at APU are taught in both English 

and Japanese. Students come to APU, 

begin their degree on either an English or 

Japanese basis and are given training in 

the alternative language, unless of course 

they are already highly proficient in both. 

First year students are required to take a 

certain amount of classes in Japanese 

and become proficient very quickly. The 

reverse is true for Japanese basis students 

who are required to study English. As each 

student’s language proficiency progresses, 

specialized classes are offered in both 

languages. 

If you already have ability in your non 

chosen language you can take a 

placement test to enter at the right level 

of study for you, gaining credit for the 

Japanese that you already know. 

PREPARIng YOU FOR TOmORROW’S WORlD 

APU’s education system integrates 

languages, international education and 

specialized knowledge in a range of 

globally transferable fields, delivering 

it all at the heart of a multicultural and 

multilingual environment. Our students 

are taught how to utilize their newfound 

skills for practical use in today’s world. 

The University offers internships and guest 

lectures through cooperation with business, 

government and non-governmental 

organizations. Complete career education 

is an integral part of our system in the form 

of private counseling in order to create 

human resources able to succeed on the 

international stage 

“We have faculty who 

come from all over the 

world wanting to be 

part of an international 

community in education. 

Our students know 

that this university is 

different and has a 

way of teaching in 

an intercultural and 

bilingual environment 

that they cannot find 

anywhere else.” 

Professor Porter - 

Pro Vice-President 


APU Education System 

year 1 year 2 year 3 year 4 

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 Semester 5 Semester 6 Semester 7 Semester 8 

APm ChOICES 

• marketing Accounting & Finance 

• 

• Strategic management & Organization Innovation & Economics 

• 

lIBERAl ARTS 

SUBJECTS + 

COmPUlSORY 

lAngUAgE 

SUBJECTS 

Advanced language subjects, AP 

languages, general electives from 

APm or APS courses 

APS ChOICES 

• Environment & Development Culture, Society & media 

• 

• hospitality & Tourism International Relations & Peace Studies 

• 

Seminar + Advanced language subjects, AP languages, general 

electives from APm or APS courses and field studies 

Overseas/Domestic Exchange Opportunities 

Internship opportunities 

Job hunting 

I chose APU because I really wanted 

to study in English in an international 

environment but I’m also interested 

in Japan and in learning Japanese. 

Tan - China 


Bachelor of Business 

Administration (BBA) 

College of International Management - APM 

As global markets continue 

their shift towards the Asia 

Pacific, graduates are in 

increasing need of specialized 

business knowledge, an 

understanding of and 

sensitivity to other cultures 

as well as the ability to 

communicate and negotiate 

in English and other languages 

with businesspeople of the 

world. It is therefore essential to 

be up to date with the region’s 

increasingly multinational 

environment which is fast 

becoming the driving force 

of the global economy. 

STRATEgIC 

mAnAgEmEnT & 

ORgAnIzATIOn 

ACCOUnTIng 

& FInAnCE 

To ensure lasting development, industry must set 

goals that are ultimately benefi cial to society. To 

achieve those goals, organizations need to engage 

in activities according to a range of ever changing 

principles and methods. This course is geared towards 

those who want to become leaders in the world of 

business and even for students planning to take over 

their family business. 

The health of corporate activity is more or less judged 

by the ebb and fl ow of money. This is the basis of 

accounting. Finance on the other hand, is a fi eld 

concerned with raising and managing the funds 

necessary for corporate activity. The Accounting 

and Finance track here at APU will supply you with 

a good knowledge of both disciplines to be able to 

use them in your future international career. 

APM aims to cultivate global 

perspectives and problemsolving 

skills in a generation 

of leaders who can create 

new values for business in the 

Asia Pacifi c region. Course 

subjects are designed to give 

an understanding of leading 

corporate management trends 

that can be applied in an 

international context. Students in 

APM begin their studies tackling 

concepts of corporate strategy 

and core management and 

then branch out into their 

specialized fi elds of interest. 

InnOvATIOn 

& ECOnOmICS 

mARKETIng 

Innovation and effi cient production control are the 

driving forces of corporate growth. Students will learn 

what generates innovation, what effi cient production 

control entails, and about the economic foundations 

that underlie these concepts. The course is particularly 

geared toward those who wish to contribute to 

national development as either a businessperson 

or policymaker. 

In basic terms, students will learn how to provide 

products and services to the market. Focusing on 

how much of something to provide at what cost, 

utilizing the best possible methods. This Course 

aims to develop experts who can manage from 

the production to consumer phase and particularly 

suited to those who want to be globally-oriented 

businesspersons. 


The great thing about APU is, while studying 

business, I am also able to take social science 

courses and really tailor a degree of my own. 

Charitha - Sri Lanka 

The practical focus we 

offer within our BBA, 

combined with such a 

dynamic and worldly 

environment on campus, 

provides our graduates 

with the understanding 

they need to succeed 

as leaders on today’s 

global business stage. 

Professor Kenji Yokoyama 

- Dean, College 

of International 

Management 


Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) 

College of International Management 

APM Curriculum 

1st Year 

L AnguAgE 

EnglISh 

STAnDARD TRACK 

• Elementary English A 

• Elementary English B 

• Pre-Intermediate English A 

• Pre-Intermediate English B 

EnglISh 

ADvAnCED TRACK 

• Advanced English 1A 

• Advanced English 1B 



JAPAnESE 

• Japanese Foundation Course I 

• Japanese Foundation Course II 

• Japanese Foundation Course III 

• Japanese Intermediate Course 

AP lAngUAgES 

• Chinese I 

• Korean I 

• Spanish I 

• Malay/Indonesian I 

• Thai I 

• Vietnamese I 

LIBERAL 

ARTS 

SuBJECTS 

• Introduction to Economics 

• Introduction to Political Science 

• Introduction to Psychology 

• Introduction to Law 

• Introduction to Environmental Studies 

• Introduction to Development Studies 

• Introduction to International Relations 

• Introduction to Intercultural 

• Communication 

• Introduction to Culture and Society 

• Introduction to Area Studies 

• Introduction to Media 

• Introduction to tourism and hospitality 

• Constitution of Japan 

• Japanese History 

• Japanese Economy 

• Japanese Culture and Society 

• Business History 

• Bioethics 

• Mathematics for Social Sciences 

• Fundamental Mathematics 

• Mathematics 

• Statistics I 

• Computer Literacy 

• Introduction to the Internet 

• Programming I 

• 1st Year Student Workshop I 

• 1st Year Student Workshop II 

• Introduction to APU 

• Peer Leader Training I 

• FIRST Program 

• Career Design I 

• Geography of the Asia Pacific 

• Languages of the Asia Pacific 

• Religions of the Asia Pacific 

• Culture and Society of the Asia Pacific 

• Business and Economy in the Asia Pacific 

• History of the Asia Pacific 

• Bridge Program A,B,C,D,E,F 

APM 

MAJOR 

COmPUlSORY/ 

CORE SUBJECTS 

• Fundamental Mathematics 

• Business Mathematics 

• Introduction to Management 

• Accounting I 

• Accounting II 

ACCOUnTIng 

& FInAnCE 

mARKETIng 

STRATEgIC 

mAnAgEmEnT & 

ORgAnIzATIOn 

InnOvATIOn 

& ECOnOmICS 

APm mAJOR 

SEmInAR AnD 

ACTIvE lEARnIng 


Course titles and availability are subject to change 

2nd Year 

3rd & 4th Year 

• Intermediate English A 

• Intermediate English B 

• Upper Intermediate English A 

• Upper Intermediate English B 

• English Project 1 

• English for Discussion and Debate 

• English for Business Presentations 

• English for Business Writing 

• English for Business 1 


• Extensive Reading in English 


• Pre-Advanced Japanese 

• Advanced Japanese 

Japanese Project A 

• Japanese Project B 

• Japanese Project C 

• Japanese Project D 

• Career Japanese I 

• Career Japanese II 

• Career Japanese III 

• Japanese for Lectures 

• Japanese Language and Culture I 

• Japanese Language and Culture II 

• Japanese Project E 

• Japanese Project F 

• Chinese II • III 

• Korean II • IIIⅡⅡⅡ 

• Spanish II • IIIⅡⅡ 

• Malay/Indonesian II • III 

• Thai II • III 

• Vietnamese II • III 

• Chinese IV 

• Korean IV 

• Spanish IV 

• Malay/Indonesian IV 

• Thai IV 

• Vietnamese IV 

• TESOL I 

• TJSOL I 

• Business Communication 

• Statistics Ⅱ 

• Japanese Civil Law 

• Introduction to GIS 

• Health Science 

• Environmental Chemistry 

• Environmental Geoscience 

• Data Mining Ⅱ 

• Programming Ⅱ 

• Internet Technology 

• Integration 

• Media Production Lab A 

• Peer Leader Training ⅡA 

• Peer Leader Training ⅡB 

• Career Design Ⅱ 

• Internship 

• Volunteer Activities 

• Japanese Traditional Arts A 

• Japanese Traditional Arts B 

• Japanese Traditional Arts C 

• Japanese Traditional Arts D 

• TESOL II 

• TJSOL II 

• Basic English-Japanese 

• Interpretation Skill I 


• Interpretation Skill II 

• Business Negotiation 

• Career Design III 

• Data Mining II 

• Database Systems 

• Applied Programming 

• Media Production Lab B 

• Media Production Lab C 

• Media Production Lab D 

• Information Science Lab A 

• Information Science Lab B 

• Information Science Lab C 

• Finance 

• Principles of Marketing 

• Organizational Behavior 

• Financial Accounting I 

• Financial Accounting II 

• Cost Accounting 

• Corporate Finance 

• Management Accounting 

• Advanced Accounting 

• International Accounting 

• Auditing 

• Financial Market and Institutions 

• International Finance 

• Investment and Securities Analysis 

• Investment Strategy 

• International Management 

• International Logistics 

• E-Commerce 

• Marketing Research 

• Consumer Behavior 

• International Marketing 

• Marketing Data Analysis 

• Promotion and Sales Management 

• Supply Chain Management 

• Service Management 

• Brand Management 

• International Management 

• International Logistics 

• Human Resource 

• Management 

• Entrepreneurship 

• Global Human Resource 


• International Comparative 


• International Transactions 

• Strategic Management 

• Service Management 

• Family Business Management 

• Management Information System 

• Macroeconomics 

• Microeconomics 

• Entrepreneurship 

• Production Management 

• Development & Production Systems 

• Technology Management 

• Operations Research 

• Asian Economy 

• International Economics 

• International Political Economy 

• Development 

• Business Law 

• Corporate Law 

• Business Ethics 

• Legal Strategy in Business 

• Field Study 

• Major Seminar1 

• Major Seminar2 

• Applied Training t Economics 

• Research Seminar 

• Undergraduate Thesis 


Bachelor of Social 

Science (BSocSc) 

College of Asia Pacifi c Studies - APS 

The Asia Pacific has now 

become the main engine 

driving the global economy for 

the 21st century. globalization 

and information technology 

are surpassing political and 

cultural boundaries and yet 

problems of poverty, disease 

and the effects of climate 

change still remain. APS offer a 

broad range of social science 

courses to enable students 

to understand a vast array of 

global issues and develop new 

ways of thinking to face these 

challenges head on. 

Students can combine study 

within four main areas while 

gaining advanced skills 

in language, information 

technology and research, 

providing the basis for a 

wide variety of careers in 

government, international 

organizations, multinational 

corporations, the media 

and the travel industry. Many 

students also continue on to 

graduate studies. 

EnvIROnmEnT 

& DEvElOPmEnT 

CUlTURE, 

SOCIETY 

& mEDIA 

hOSPITAlITY 

& TOURISm 

InTERnATIOnAl 

RElATIOnS & 

PEACE STUDIES 

An understanding of water, forests and other 

environmental resources is essential when considering 

the future of the Asia Pacifi c. Profi t-driven development 

has bought with it a raft of environmental and 

sustainable development issues. This cluster tackles 

the question of sustainable development in relation 

to efforts to balance environmental conservation and 

economic development and students examine policies 

and the law of systems throughout the region. 

Students learn about society, culture and values and 

media in order to understand the present-day problems 

the region faces. In this course, students will study the 

basics of information technology and delve into cultural 

and new media studies gaining a deep understanding 

of our multicultural society. Through this they gain a 

global perspective and the ability to view the region 

from several angles. 

Cultural exchange and regional industrial promotion 

by way of tourism are important aspects for the 

development of the Asia Pacifi c region. In this 

course, students explore all facets of tourism through 

the lenses of culture, society and community. 

They study the theory and practice of hospitality 

management as it relates to the tourism, service, 

health and welfare industries. 

This Course focuses primarily on the study of dispute 

resolution and peace-building, aiming to cultivate 

the ability to deal with increasingly complex global 

issues and, in turn, to develop human resources 

who will become future experts in the fi eld. Drawing 

from the 3 disciplines of international law, political 

studies and economics, we seek to provide students 

with the necessary critical thinking skills to succeed in 

the fi eld of international relations. 


One of the mottos 

that we have at 

APU is ‘shape your 

world’ and our 

students are able 

to do precisely 

that. They know 

how it works, 

can speak its 

languages and 

have the skills to 

actually make 

a difference. 

Professor 

Jerry Eades - 

Dean, College of 

Asia Pacific Studies 

I’m very interested in international 

relations and in improving the ways 

that countries interact and try and 

make it all work better. William - USA 


Bachelor of Social Science (BSocSc) 

College of Asia Pacific Studies 

APS Curriculum 

1st Year 

L AnguAgE 

EnglISh 

STAnDARD TRACK 

• Elementary English A 

• Elementary English B 

• Pre-Intermediate English A 

• Pre-Intermediate English B 

EnglISh 

ADvAnCED TRACK 





JAPAnESE 

• Japanese Foundation Course I 

• Japanese Foundation Course II 

• Japanese Foundation Course III 

• Japanese Intermediate Course 

AP lAngUAgES 

• Chinese I 

• Korean I 

• Spanish I 

• Malay/Indonesian I 

• Thai I 

• Vietnamese I 

LIBERAL 

ARTS 

SuBJECTS 

• Introduction to Economics 

• Introduction to Political Science 

• Introduction to Psychology 

• Introduction to Law 

• Introduction to Environmental Studies 

• Introduction to Development Studies 

• Introduction to International Relations 

• Introduction to Intercultural 

• Communication 

• Introduction to Culture and Society 

• Introduction to Area Studies 

• Introduction to Media 

• Introduction to tourism and hospitality 

• Constitution of Japan 

• Japanese History 

• Japanese Economy 

• Japanese Culture and Society 

• Business History 

• Bioethics 

• Mathematics for Social Sciences 

• Statistics I 

• Computer Literacy 

• Introduction to the Internet 

• Programming I 

• 1st Year Student Workshop I 

• 1st Year Student Workshop II 

• Introduction to APU 

• Peer Leader Training I 

• FIRST Program 

• Career Design I 

• Geography of the Asia Pacific 

• Languages of the Asia Pacific 

• Religions of the Asia Pacific 

• Culture and Society of the Asia Pacific 

• Business and Economy in the Asia Pacific 

• History of the Asia Pacifi c 

• Bridge Program A,B,C,D,E,F 

APS 

MAJOR 

EnvIROnmEnT 

& DEvElOPmEnT 

hOSPITAlITY 

& TOURISm 

InTERnATIOnAl 

RElATIOnS & 

PEACE STUDIES 

CUlTURE, SOCIETY 

& mEDIA 

SEmInAR AnD 

ACTIvE lEARnIng 


Course titles and availability are subject to change 

2nd Year 

3rd & 4th Year 

• Intermediate English A 

• Intermediate English B 

• Upper Intermediate English A 

• Upper Intermediate English B 


• English for Discussion and Debate 

• English for Business Presentations 

• English for Business Writing 



• Extensive Reading in English 


• Pre-Advanced Japanese 

• Advanced Japanese 

• Japanese Project A 

• Japanese Project B 

• Japanese Project C 

• Japanese Project D 

• Career Japanese I 

• Career Japanese II 

• Career Japanese III 

• Japanese for Lectures 

• Japanese Language & Culture I 

• Japanese Language & Culture II 

• Japanese Project E 

• Japanese Project F 

• Chinese II • III 

• Korean II • III 

• Spanish II • III 

• Malay/Indonesian II • III 

• Thai II • III 

• Vietnamese II • III 

• Chinese I 

• Korean II 

• Spanish IV 

• Malay/Indonesian IV 

• Thai IV 

• Vietnamese V 

• TESOL I 

• TJSOL I 

• Business Communication 

• Statistics II 

• Japanese Civil Law 

• Introduction to GIS 

• Health Science 

• Environmental Chemistry 

• Environmental Geoscience 

• Data Mining I 

• Programming II 

• Internet Technology Integration 

• Media Production Lab A 

• Peer Leader Training II A 

• Peer Leader Training II B 

• Career Design II 

• Internship 

• Volunteer Activities 

• Japanese Traditional Arts A 

• Japanese Traditional Arts B 

• Japanese Traditional Arts C 

• Japanese Traditional Arts D 

• TESOL II 

• TJSOL II 


Interpretation Skill I 


Interpretation Skill III 

• Business Negotiation 

• Career Design III 

• Data Mining II 

• Database Systems 

• Applied Programming 

• Media Production Lab B 

• Media Production Lab C 

• Media Production Lab D 

• Information Science Lab A 

• Information Science Lab B 

• Information Science Lab C 

• Biodiversity 

• Environment and Society 

• Global Environmental Issues 

• Development Sociology 

and Anthropology 

• Research Methods for 

Environment and Development 

• Development Economics 

• Urban Environment 

and Development 

• Confl ict and Development 

• International Cooperation 

• Politics of Development 

• Environmental Health 

Management 

• Environmental Economics 

• Industrial Ecology 

• GIS and Remote Sensing 

• NGOs and Development 

• Community Development 

• Pollution and Waste Management 

• Development Policy 

• Environmental Policy 

• Environmental Modeling & Analysis 

• International Economics 

• Project Management in 

Development Ecotourism 

• Tourism Policy 

• Tourism Resources Management 

• Sociology of Tourism 

• Research Methods for Tourism 

and Hospitality 

• Organizational Management 

• Accounting for Tourism 

and Hospitality 

• Human Resource Management 

• Tourism Development 

• Tourism and Hospitality Law 

• Health and Wellness Tourism 

• Risk Management and Service 

• Delivery 

• Destination Marketing and Branding 

• Hospitality Marketing 

• Operations Management 

• Resort Management 

• Hospitality Management 

• The Travel Industry 

• The Business Tourism Industry 

• Ecotourism 

• Heritage and Cultural Tourism 

• Project Management 

in Development 

• International Politics and Security 

• Comparative Political Economy 

of the Asia Pacific 

• Political Theory 

• International Cooperation 

• Politics of Development 

• Research Methods 

for International 

• Relations and Peace Studies 

• International Peace Studies 

• Global Issues and Policies 

• Confl ict and Development 

• Globalization and Regionalism 

• Globalization and Law 

• International Law 

• History of International Politics 

• Identity and Politics 

• Strategic Decision-Making 

• International Law 

• Geo-Politics and Post-Cold 

War Confl icts 

• Violence and Terrorism 

• International Relations 

in the Asia Pacific 

• International Confl ict Resolution 

• International Political Economy 

• Asia Pacifi c and Human Rights 

Regional Systems in the Asia Pacific 

• Social Theory 

• Gender Studies 

• Social Psychology 

• Cultural Studies 

• Transnational Sociology 

• Sociology of Organizations 

• Cultural Anthropology 

• Social Stratifi cation 

• Research Methods for 

Culture, Society and Media 

• Media and Popular Culture 

• Religion and Belief 

• Media and the Arts 

• Language and Society 

• Area Studies I 

• Area Studies II 

• Global History and the World System 

• Multiculturalism and Society 

• War and Media 

• Politics and Media 

• Literature and Modernity 

• Technology and New Media 

• Education and Society 

• Language and History 

• Migration Studies 

• Global Crime 

• Law, Media and Society 

• Ethnicity and Nationalism 

• Heritage and Cultural Tourism 

• NGOs and Development 

• Community Development 

• Introduction to Research Methods 

• Field Study 

• Major Seminar I 

• Major Seminar II 

• Applied Training 

• Research Seminar 

• Undergraduate Thesis 


language 

Education 

JAPAnESE 

First year students entering on an English 

language basis are required to study 

Japanese at APU. You begin by learning 

the basics where emphasis is first put on 

speaking and communication skills. This 

will help you transition smoothly into your 

new life in Japan and open up a great 

deal of opportunity in terms of making 

friends and understanding your new 

environment. 

As you move into the second year you 

can then choose to continue learning 

Japanese or focus on other languages 

or areas of study. For those who want to 

gain very high levels of Japanese, and 

perhaps work in Japan, we offer advanced 

language training. APU will also give you 

the chance to focus purely on either a 

business or cultural track to fine tune your 

already high level of Japanese. 

Through project work, students can also 

delve into a number of cultural or technical 

subjects to suit their interests. 

lAngUAgE SUPPORT 

In addition to our formal programs we have 

the Self Access Language Center (SALC), 

where students have access to a series 

of textbooks, comics, manga, magazies 

and short novels. We also have our 

Language Lounge which is a more relaxed 

environment for students to hang out and 

learn in an informal way through language 

exchange with friends. Our student run 

society ‘Nihongo-net’ organizes a number of 

teaching sessions, parties and events. 


AP LAnguAgES 

Our students are given the opportunity to take Chinese, Korean, 

Spanish, Thai, Vietnamese and Malay/Indonesian language 

courses as part of their curricular study. The large number of 

native speakers of these languages on campus also provides 

students with an ideal environment to practice what they learn 

in class. Students are also offered the opportunity to visit a 

number of countries to study in an immersion program through 

long and short term study abroad experiences. 

Chinese language study at APU is further enhanced by the 

presence of a Confucius Institute at the University. This Institute 

offers a variety of extra-curricular opportunities to learn about 

Chinese language and culture. 

AP Language 

Options 

• Chinese 

• Korean 

• Thai 

• Vietnamese 

• Indonesian/Malay 

• Spanish 

Japanese language Courses 

Required subjects shown in bold. 

1ST yEAR 

2nd yEAR 

3Rd yEAR+ 

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 3 Semester 4 

Semester 5+ 

Japanese for 

Lectures 

Japanese 

Foundation 

Course 

Japanese 

Language 

and Culture I 

Japanese 

Language 

and Culture II 

Pre-Advanced 

Japanese 

(focus on 

reading skills) 

Advanced 

Japanese 

(focus on 

writing skills) 

Career 

Japanese I 

Career 

Japanese II 

Career 

Japanese III 

Japanese 

Foundation 

Course II 

Japanese 

Intermediate 

Course 

(focus on 

speaking) 

JAPAnESE PROJECT 

•KANJI 

•DRAMA 

•RITSUMEIKAN UNIVERSITY 

EXCHANGE 

•REPORT WRITING 

•JAPANESE MEDIA 

•JAPANESE LITERATURE 

Japanese 

Foundation 

Course III 

What is special about APU is that you don’t need to know 

Japanese before you come. You can take the degree of 

your choice in English and, by the time you graduate, you 

will have Japanese language skills as well. 

Professor Kaori Yoshida - College of Asia Pacifi c Studies 


Active 

learning 

ACTIvE LEARnIng 

At APU learning is not just something that happens in the 

classroom and we encourage our students to view the whole 

world as their campus. We offer a wide variety of ‘Active Learning’ 

programs at destinations across the globe, providing something 

to match the needs and interests of each and every student. 

All of our programs are designed to incorporate the content of 

our degree courses. Short-term options include foreign language 

immersion programs, field studies, international symposia, 

internships and volunteer work assignments, while our student 

exchange program offers the chance to spend up to a year 

studying at an overseas university. 

SyMPOSIA & guEST SPEAkERS 

Enhancing its reputation as a leading university in the Asia Pacific 

region, APU regularly hosts an impressive roster of speakers in the 

fields of science, politics, business, human rights, law and the arts. 

Former guests include Nobel Prize winners, heads of state and 

Ambassadors. In addition to inviting guest speakers, the University 

also encourages and promotes student-led symposia that deal 

with issues relevant to society today. 


Active learning Overview 

APPlIED TRAInIng 

Applied training is aimed at students 

taking 3rd and 4th year seminar courses. 

Participants are able to continue 

intensive seminar studies through 

the summer and winter sessions. 

InTERnShIP 

Through work experience, students can 

refl ect on what it means to work and 

broaden their knowledge of society and 

organizations. Students will also develop 

future career plans by deepening their 

understanding of various jobs. 

ImmERSIOn PROgRAm 

EnglISh/AP lAngUAgES 

These programs are held during the 

summer and winter sessions. You can 

spend 3-6 weeks studying at a 

university overseas. 

SHORT-TERM SHORT-TERM SHORT-TERM 

FIElD STUDY 

STUDY ABROAD EXChAngE WIThIn JAPAn 

With the guidance of 

a professor, students 

conduct surveys and 

carry out research 

activities off campus. 

You will deepen your 

knowledge attained 

in the classroom while 

experiencing a variety of 

survey activities such as 

interviews, and gathering 

and analyzing data. 

SHORT-TERM 

DUAl DEgREE PROgRAm 

(Kyung hee University, South Korea) 

DURATIOn - 2 years 

Students may receive two degrees - 

one from APU and one from Kyung Hee 

University - in a minimum of four years. 

OvERSEAS STUDEnT EXChAngE 

DURATIOn - 1 semester or 1 year 

Students can study abroad at one of 

APU’s partner universities. 

*Students need only pay tuition fees to 

APU and will be exempted from tuition 

fees at their host university. 

OvERSEAS STUDEnT EXChAngE 

SUmmER PROgRAm 

DURATIOn - 1 quarter 

Students can participate in a summer 

program and take business courses 

at a partner university. 

STUDEnTS CAn STUDY AT OThER 

UnIvERSITIES In JAPAn AnD hAvE 

CREDITS TRAnSFERRED TO APU 

STUDEnT EXChAngE 

(Ritsumeikan University) 

DURATIOn - 1 semester / 1 year 

STUDEnT EXChAngE 

(Akita International University) 

DURATIOn - 1 semester / 1 year 

CREDIT TRAnSFER 

(Oita University) 

DURATIOn - 1 semester 

WInTER SESSIOn EXChAngE PROgRAm 

(Akita International University) 

DURATIOn - 2 months 

SUmmER SESSIOn 

(Ritsumeikan University) 

DURATIOn - 1week - 2 months 

SHORT-TERM / LONG-TERM 

SHORT-TERM / LONG-TERM 


International Exchange Opportunities 

EuROPE 

AUSTRIA 

MCI Management 

Center Innsbrook 

Salzburg University of 

Applied Sciences 

Upper Austria University 

of Applied Sciences 

(Steyr School of Management) 

University of Applied 

Sciences bfi Vienna 

BElgIUm 

University of Liege 

(Management School) 

CROATIA 

Zagreb School of Economics 

and Management 

DEnmARK 

Aarhaus School Business 

Copenhagen Business School 

University of Copenhagen 

FInlAnD 

Laurea University of 


Tampere University of 

Applied Sciences (TAMK) 

University of Helsinki 

FRAnCE 

Amiens School 

of Management 

ESCIP 

Institut Superieur du 

Commerce (ISC), Paris 

Rouen Business School 

gERmAnY 

Ottoe-von-Guericke- 

Universität Magdeburg 

Zeppelin University 

hUngARY 

University of Pécs (Faculty of 

Adult Education and Human 

Resources Development) 

ICElAnD 

University of Iceland 

lIThUAnIA 

Vilnius University 

ThE nEThERlAnDS 

Leiden University 

Tilburg University 

nORWAY 

BI Norwegian School 

of Management 

University of Bergen 

POlAnD 

Warsaw School of Economics 

SWEDEn 

Halmstad University 

Jönköping International 

Business School 

Linnaeus University 

Lund University (Department 

of Business Administration) 

Södertörns Högskola University 

SWITzERlAnD 

Zurich University of 


(School of Management) 

UnITED KInDOm 

Cardiff University 

(Cardiff Business School) 

University of Hertfordshire 

University of Kent 

University of Leicester 

University of Westminster 

Westminster Business School 

OCEAnIA 

AUSTRAlIA 

Charles Stuart University 

James Cook University 

La Trobe University 

Macquarie University 

Queensland University 

of Technology 

University of the Sunshine Coast 

The University of 

Western Austrailia 

SAmOA 

University of Samoa 

ASIA 

KOREA 

Dongseo University 

Ewha Womans University 

Hanyang University 

Korea University 

Kyung Hee University 

Pusan National University 

Sogang University 

Sookmyung Women’s University 

University of Ulsan 

Yonsei University 

ChInA 

City University of Hong Kong 

Dongbei University 

of Finance & Economics 

The Chinese University 

of Hong Kong 

Hong Kong 

Polytechnic University 

The Hong Kong University 

of Science and Technology 

The University of Hong Kong 

Istitute for Tourism 

Studies, Macao 

University of Macao 

TAIWAn 

National Chengchi University 

National Taiwan 

Normal University 

Southern Taiwan University 

of Technology 

Tamkang University 

Tunghai University 

Yuan Ze University 

SOuThEAST ASIA 

InDOnESIA 

Gadjah Mada University 

University of Indonesia 

mAlAYSIA 

University of Malaysia 

Universiti Sains Malaysia 

ThE PhIlIPPInES 

Ateneo de Manila University 

University of the Philippines 

nORTh 

AMERICA 

CAnADA 

HEC Montreal 

Simon Fraser University 

The University 

of British Columbia 

University of Lethbridge 

University of Waterloo 

York University 

UnITED STATES 

American University 

Chapman University 

City University of New York 

(College of Staten Island) 

Georgia Istitute of Technology 

Grand Valley University 

Minnesota State University 

Moorheaad 

Old Dominion University 

San Diego State University 

St. Edward’s University 

University at Buffalo, 

State University of New York 

University of Hawaii 

University of Montana 

University of New Mexico 

The University of Oklahoma 

University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 

University of Wyoming 

CEnTRAL & 

SOuTh AMERICA 

mEXICO 

Tecnologico de 

Monterrey University 

Universidad de Monterrey 

ARgEnTInA 

Universidad Argentina 

de la Empress (UADE) 

ECUADOR 

Universidad Del Pacifi co 

tc... 

ITAlY 

Università Cattolica 

del Sacro Cuore 

AFRICA 

BOTSWAnA 

University of Botswana 

SIngAPORE 

Singapore Management 

University 

ThAIlAnD 

Thammasat University 


Exchange 

Programs 

InTERnATIOnAL 

ExChAngE 

APU has student exchange agreements 

with over 100 institutions in over 35 

countries. The duration for exchange 

programs are for either one full year or 

for a single semester. The primary aim is 

to enable participants to take courses in 

their area of specialization at a different 

university, giving them the maximum 

opportunity to broaden their knowledge 

and experience. The University also runs 

short-term exchange programs. 

JAPAn ExChAngE 

Students can choose to study for one 

or two semesters at the undergraduate 

colleges of Ritsumeikan University (RU) 

in either Kyoto or Shiga Prefecture, Akita 

International University or Oita University. 

Students receive credit for all subjects 

successfully completed during their 

exchange. The RU Summer Session 

Exchange Program also allows students 

to take regular classes at RU during their 

APU summer vacation. 


Career Success 

95% Employment 

Record 

Through an 

internship at 

APU I’ve already 

got a job even 

though I haven’t 

graduated yet. 

I’m going to 

work in Tokyo 

from next year. 

Lee, Korea 

For the last three years, APU has had an 

unprecedented career record for international 

students seeking employment in Japan and 

beyond. An APU degree will give you the 

opportunity to compete for jobs at the highest 

level in a huge range of fields. Graduates from 

all over the world face demanding expectations 

and competition in the job market and our career 

services aim to equip you to succeed in these 

challenges. Over the course of your studies, we 

will teach you how to market yourself and get 

that all important job through interview training, 

networking opportunities, assistance in 

producing the perfect resume and basically 

doing all that we can to make sure your 

application is as strong as possible. 

On-Campus Recruiting 

On-Campus Recruiting at APU offers the 

opportunity for company and organization 

personnel to come directly to APU to hold 

seminars, interviews and other recruitment 

activities. In 2010, over 350 companies and 

organizations visited APU, linking a large 

number of APU graduates to employment 

in Japan and overseas. Representatives 

get to see for themselves the caliber of our 

students and the dynamic multicultural 

environment in which they study. 

JUST A FEW OF THE COMPANIES WHO 

EMPLOY OUR STUDENTS 

All nippon Airways Co., ltd. 

AXA life Insurance Co., ltd. 

Citibank Japan ltd. 

Dell inc. 

Emirates Airlines 

Fujitsu ltd. 

Fuji Xerox Co., ltd. 

hewlett-Packard Japan, ltd. 

h.I.S. Co., ltd. 

honda motor Co., ltd. 

hSBC 

IBm Japan, ltd. 

Japan Airlines International 

Co., ltd. 

JPmorgan Chase & Co. 

louis vuitton Japan Company 

mazda motor Corporation 

mitsubishi Corporation ltd. 

mitsui & Co., ltd. 

nissan Diesel motor Co, ltd. 

nomura Securities Co., ltd. 

Panasonic Corporation 

POSCO JAPAn Co., ltd. 

Prudential Plc 

Samsung Japan Corporation 

Sony Corporation 

Suzuki Co., ltd. 

Toshiba Corporation 

Uniqlo Co., ltd. 

The United nations 


Internships 

Internships play an important role in our Human Resource 

Development Program. The program was created through 

a collaboration between industry, academia and the 

Japanese Government. A feature of the program is that 

participation to be converted into academic credit. These 

opportunities allow you to link your studies with your career 

goals helping you to think about your future seriously and to 

strengthen your resume. For host organizations, internships 

offer the chance to come into direct contact with APU 

students and many of these encounters turn into job offers 

and other opportunities. 

I was a student 

of APm and 

now work in the 

human resources 

department of 

Sato Corporation, 

a leading autoidentification 

technology 

company. 

Johan, Graduate – 

Sweden. 

Human Resources, 

Sato Corporation 

“I went to Paris for six months 

through an exchange program at 

APU and that really opened the 

door to working in a multinational 

company like Fujitsu. 

Freya, Graduate – Vietnam 

Systems Developer, Fujitsu 


Beppu City 

The city of Beppu is one of Japan’s most popular tourist 

destinations being the home of the world’s second 

largest outflow of hot springs (onsen) and some of the 

most spectacular scenery. The large international student 

population and constant influx of visitors make Beppu one 

of the most lively and cosmopolitan cities in Japan. 



State-of-the-art 

Campus 

APU is located 400 meters above sea 

level with a spectacular view of the city, 

mountains and Pacifi c Ocean. The campus 

is one of the most modern in all of Japan, 

making it a pleasure to come and study 

here every day. 

Our lecture halls, seminar rooms, 

classrooms and media rooms are 

equipped with the latest audiovisual and 

computer technology enabling our 

students to take part in conferences and 

seminars from other parts of the world in 

real time. Our library, part of the Ritsumeikan 

Network, allows our students access to 

over 2.3 million books and publications. 

International newspapers, magazines, 

periodicals and video materials are 

available and students are able to study 

together and carry out discussions in our 

group learning area ‘Pangaea’. 

AP hOUSE 

SPORTS FACIlITIES 

lAngUAgE lOUngE 

STUDEnT UnIOn 

(Cafeteria, Supermarket, 

Book Store, Travel Agent) 

ClASSROOmS 

mIllEnIUm hAll 

lAngUAgE 

CEnTER 

ADmInISTRATIOn 

lIBRARY & 

mEDIA CEnTER 



Accommodation 

AP house 

Our dormitory, ‘AP house’, is a secure and comfortable living 

environment where students from all over the world live side by 

side. All newcomers are required to spend the first year here which 

will help you to adapt to your new life in Japan and to concentrate 

on your studies. It is a great environment for those looking to 

improve their language skills within a short period of time and to 

mix with new friends from various countries. 

Single and shared rooms are available, equipped with a bed, air 

conditioning, a refrigerator, desk and internet access etc. Shared 

rooms feature a sliding door to ensure each student’s privacy and 

rooms are allocated so that international and Japanese students 

live together and have a truly intercultural dormitory experience. 

Other Accommodation Options 

After the first year on campus 

there are a number of very 

affordable housing options in 

the form of independent student 

dorms, private apartments and 

shared student housing. Many 

international students prefer 

to share with friends to lower 

costs, improve their language 

skill or simply to have fun. The 

cost of rent here in Beppu is 

considerably lower than you will 

find in other Japanese cities like 

Tokyo or Osaka. 


The best thing 

about AP house 

is that I’ve made 

friends from so 

many different 

countries and 

another bonus is 

that you can sleep 

in and still make it 

in time for class. 

Robin - Philippines 

AP house Rooms 

Shared Type 

Single Type 

Book 

Shelf 

Closet 

Book 

Shelf 

Closet 

Refrigerator 

Refrigerator 

Toilet 

Sink 

Moveable 

Partition 


Student life 

Student Support 

The Student Offi ce provides a range of services for 

students in terms of club activities, local exchange, 

homestay programs, accommodation, 

scholarship application and visa renewal. Our 

Health Clinic and counseling rooms are also 

available should students encounter any problems 

or need a little help or advice and we have 

international and English speaking staff in most 

offi ces who are always happy to lend a hand. 

Living Costs 

In Japan, the general cost of living is relatively 

high, although compared to other popular 

destinations in the US, UK and Australia and also 

cities in Japan like Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto, the 

cost of living here in Beppu City is a lot less. The 

average monthly living expenses for students at 

APU vary depending on lifestyle but are usually 

from 70,000 to 100,000 Japanese Yen per month 

including accommodation. 

You can eat quite cheaply in our cafeteria or cafe 

which offer an array of Japanese and international 

cuisine, and also by self-catering in AP House. 

After the fi rst year, many students fi nd sharing 

accommodation a great way to reduce their living 

costs. How much you need is partly a question of 

your personal spending habits but remember to try 

and reserve some money for free-time activities. 

ThE FOllOWIng TABlE IS An EXAmPlE OF STUDEnT 

SPEnDIng FOR ThE AvERAgE APU STUDEnT. 

Expenses 

Food 

Rent 

Transportation 

Spending money 

Misc. 

Total 

Cost in Japanese 

Yen per month 

30000 

30000 

6000 

6000 

8000 

80000 


I work part-time 

on campus as a 

System Assistant 

and Teaching 

Assistant. It has 

really helped 

to improve my 

Japanese and 

understanding 

of the country. 

Nuren - 

Bangladesh 

Part-Time Employment in Beppu 

APU offers a number of employment 

opportunities as Teaching, Information 

Systems and language assistants as well as 

within our Student Union. With Beppu City 

being such a popular tourist destination, 

there are also plenty of part-time jobs 

available in the service industry. During term 

time, students can work up to 28 hours a 

week and double the working time during the 

vacation periods. Our Student Office is ready 

to assist you in finding a job that suits your 

needs. Please note that it would not be a 

good idea to plan your finances based 

purely on getting a job. 


Clubs & Societies 

There are currently over 160 clubs and societies run at APU. 

get involved in one of the numerous groups and you’ll find that you are 

trying out new ideas from the classroom, gaining a new skill, deepening 

friendships, relieving stress and most importantly having a great time. 

Some of these clubs have taken part in performances, tournaments and 

competitive events both in Japan and overseas and there have been some 

outstanding achievements. If you take the initiative and invest the time, 

you can find, invent, and develop any experience that suits you. 


The clubs at APU are 

incredibly active. I’ve made 

friends from everywhere and 

it’s a great way to unwind 

after class. Joshi - Nepal. 

– The APU Times 

– Student Newspaper 

• Accapella 

•Animal Protection 

•Animation Research 

•Athletics Team 

•Badminton 

•Band 

•Baseball 

•Basketball 

•Beppu Community 

Planning Promotion - 

Committee 

•Calligraphy 

•Career Club (MCC) 

•Cheer Leading 

•Chinese 

•Chinese Traditional Dance 

•Comic Story Telling 

•Double Dutch 

•East Asia Peace and - 

Human Rights Camp 

•Eisa Dance 

•Entrepreneur 

•Fair Trade 

•Film Making 

•French 

•Futsal 

•GBL-Global 

Business Leaders 

•Generation Exchange 

•Golf 

•Gospel 

•Habitat APU 

•Handball 

•Horse Riding Club 

•Horseriding 

•Huayi Chinese 

Traditional Art Union 

•Indonesian 

•International 

Bureau (OASIS) 

•Investment & 

Consulting Associates 

•Japanese - Nihongo Net 

•Japanese Dance - 

Yossha-Koi 

•Japanese Music Club 

•Journalism 

•Judo 

•Karate 

•Kendo 

•Kickboxing 

•Korean Percussion 

•Kung-Fu 

•Kyudo 

•Lacrosse 

•Magic 

•Mini Volleyball 

•Model United Nations 

•Motorbike Racing 

•Muay Thai 

•Newspaper - APU Times 

•Nohgaku 

•Onsen - Hot spring 

• Peace Village 

international 

•Photography 

•Piano 

•Research 

•Rubber-Ball 

Baseball Club 

•Rugby 

•Sailing 

•Sakuramati Project 

•Salsa 

•Shogi Club 

•Snowboard 

•Soccer 

•Soft Ball 

•Soft Tennis 

•Sound & Lighting 

•Student Support 

Committee 

•Supernatural 

Intelligence Office 

•Swimming 

•Symphony Orchestra 

•Table Tennis 

•Taekwondo 

•Tea Ceremony Club 

•Tennis 

•Travel 

•Vietnam Homestay 

•Vietnamese Martial Art 

•Volleyball 

•Volunteer 

•Wadaiko “Raku” 

Japanese Drumming 

•Wind Orchestra 

•World Cooking 

•Xin Tianxia 

•Yachting 



Events on 

Campus 

MuLTICuLTuRAL WEEkS 

The campus really comes alive during the 

Multicultural Weeks held regularly at APU. 

The events are organized to showcase 

the multitude of languages and cultures 

of our student body. During these weeks, 

students gather to celebrate their unique 

diversity through dance, cuisine, film, 

music and various other types of 

performances. Our staff and students 

put a tremendous amount of effort into 

these exciting events. 

‘TEnkuSAI’ 

The Tenkusai is the University’s annual 

cultural festival and the highlight of the 

APU calendar. Each October, students put 

each others’ countries on show with food 

stalls, exhibitions, musical performances 

and cultural shows. The festival creates a 

real carnival atmosphere and the campus 

attracts visitors from far and wide who want 

to take part in the event. 

WELCOME PARTy 

Welcome parties are held each semester 

to greet all new students to APU. The parties 

are great ways to make new friends and 

for new students are the first tastes of the 

exciting multicultural environment of APU. 


Events Off 

Campus 

Multicultural camp 

Once a year, students have the opportunity to take 

part in a multicultural camp. Over 100 students 

spend a weekend camping in the beautiful Oita 

Prefecture countryside. There are a number of 

outdoor activities to be enjoyed and it is a great 

chance to get to know other students at APU. 

homestay 

Homestays offer students the chance to make 

lasting friendships with local people who would not 

otherwise have the opportunity to meet people 

from different countries. Many local Japanese 

families take our students in as if they were family 

and it is the best way to experience first-hand how 

people here go about their daily lives. Students 

either stay with their host families for weekends or 

on more long term visits during the vacations. 

Local Exchange 

Interacting with the warm and friendly people of 

Oita Prefecture is a good way to make the most 

of your time in Japan. Students can take part in 

local activities that take them on excursions to 

many culturally and historically famous areas 

and learn how to make Japanese food and 

traditional crafts. APU students are regularly 

invited to introduce their home cultures within 

the community through music, dance, talks 

and cooking classes. 



Admissions 

guide 

HOW TO APPLY 

You can apply to APU either online or by using our application form. 

Please visit our admissions website for more information: 

http://admissions.apu.ac.jp 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 

We require a minimum of 12 years or equivalent of standard education and 

sufficient language ability in either English or Japanese to apply to APU. 

REQUIRED APPlICATIOn DOCUmEnTS 

WhEn TO APPlY 

1 

Undergraduate Application Form 

April 1st, 2012 Enrollment 

2 

3 

Academic Transcripts 

Documents proving English/ Japanese Proficiency 

Application 

Period 

Interview 

Schedule 

Result 

notification 

4 

5 

6 

7 

8 

Application Essay 

Recommendation letter 

Passport Copy 

Two Identical Photographs (4cm X 3cm) 

Proof of application fee payment of $62 

or 5000 Japanese Yen 

1st 

Application 

Period 

2nd 

Application 

Period 

June 1, 

2011 (Wed) 

- September 30, 

2011 (Fri) 

October 1, 

2011 (Sat) 

- november 30, 

2011 (Wed) 

Usually within 

4 weeks 

Approximately 

within 2 weeks 

following the 

interview 

etc... 

September 21st, 2012 Enrollment 

vISA REQUIREmEnTS 

Application 

Period 

Interview 

Schedule 

Result 

notification 

APU will apply on behalf of successful 

applicants for a Certifi cate of Eligibility 

(COE) to obtain a college student visa 

required to come and study in Japan. 

Once you have received the COE you 

may apply to your local Japanese 

Embassy or Consulate to obtain the visa. 

1st 

Application 

Period 

2nd 

Application 

Period 

3rd 

Application 

Period 

September 1, 

2011 (Thu) 

- January 31, 

2012 (Tue) 

February 1, 

2012 (Wed) 

- march 31, 

2012 (Sat) 

April 1, 

2012 (Sun) 

- may 10, 

2012 (Thu) 

Usually within 

4 weeks 

Approximately 

within 2 weeks 

following the 

interview 


gEnERAl PROCESS FROm 

APPlICATIOn TO EnTRY TO APU 

Application Submission 

Application Fee Payment 

OThER DOCUmEnTS FOR 

SUBmISSIOn WhERE APPlICABlE 

Interview 

1 

2 

3 

APU Scholarship Application / Essay 

Certification of scholarships received 

from organizations other than APU 

Certificates for Extracurricular Activities 

Screening Result Notifi cation 

Scholarship Notifi cation 

International applicants residing in the following countries 

are to submit their application documents or send them 

by registered mail to the relevant APU Overseas Offi ce. 

Please make sure that the package is postmarked by the 

application deadline. 

• China 

• India 

• Indonesia 

• Korea 

• Taiwan 

• Thailand 

ENGLISH BASIS APPLICANT 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS 

• Vietnam 

TOEFL and IELTS scores are preferred but if you are unable to 

submit either of these test scores, please submit the English 

Profi ciency Evaluation in the application form. 

TOEFl (PBT) 

500 

TOEFl (iBT) 

61 

Applicants from Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, 

Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States usually 

do not have to provide proof of English Language ability. 

JAPANESE BASIS 

APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS 

JlPT 1 

240 

JlPT n1 

90 

JlPT 2 

280 

JlPT n2 

100 

IElTS 

5.5 

EJU (Japanese) 

220 

Enrollment Procedure 

- Payment of Enrollment Procedure Fees 

- Enrollment Document Submission 

Certifi cate of Eligibility 

(Visa application) 

- Document submission to APU 

- Application to the Immigration 

Bureau by APU 

Issuance of Certificate of Eligibility 

by the Immigration Bureau 

- April Enrollment : after the beginning of February 

- September Enrollment : after the end of July 

Entry to Japan 

- April Enrollment : the end of March 

- September Enrollment : the middle of September 

Entry to APU 

- April Enrollment : April 1st 

- September Enrollment : September 21st 

* This may differ according to the 

date of the entrance ceremony. 


Scholarships 

and Fees 

TUITIOn REDUCTIOn SChOlARShIPS 30-100% 

APU offers a number of scholarships to 

selected students which come in the 

form of a tuition reduction lasting for 

4 years of study. The scholarships are 

awarded on academic and language 

ability, as well as extra-curricular and 

other personal achievements. 

Should you wish to apply for a 

scholarship, we require that you submit 

a scholarship essay together with your 

general application. If successful, 

applicants are notified of their 

scholarship rate when they receive 

their acceptance notification by post. 

Tuition Reduction 

Annual Scholarship Subsidy 

Annual Tuition fee borne by student 

100% 

approx. 1,300,000 yen 0 

80% 

approx. 1,040,000 yen 

approx. 260,000 yen 

65% 



50% 



30% 



gOvERnmEnT SChOlARShIPS 

Japanese government Scholarships 

may be available through your local 

Japanese Embassy or Consulate. 

You may also be eligible for awards 

from your own country. 

OThER SChOlARShIPS 

Once at APU there are a number of other 

scholarship opportunities for living expenses. 

Please visit our student support website for more 

information. www.apu.ac.jp/studentsupport 

All students are required to have student visa 

status within Japan to be awarded a tuition 

reduction scholarship 


Fees 

For enrollment procedures, the payment of the Admission fee, 

Tuition fee, AP house entrance fee, Comprehensive Renter’s 

Insurance and money deposit (if applicable) is necessary. 

ADmISSIOnS FEE 

Admissions Fee for April 2012 enrollees 

130,000 Japanese yen 

TUITIOn FEES - Based on 4 years of studies 

1st Year 2nd Year 3rd Year 4th Year 

April 2012 

Sept 2012 

April 2013 

Sept 2013 

April 2014 

Sept 2014 

April 2015 

Sept 2015 

JPY 

649,500 

649,500 

711,000 

711,000 

711,000 

711,000 

567,500 

567,500 

I am so grateful for the scholarship I am 

receiving from APU. It makes everything 

so much easier and I can really focus 

on my studies. Claudia - Indonesia 



APU Overseas Offices/Representatives 

There are APU offices in the following countries and territories. Students are 

encouraged to make inquiries at their local offices where possible. Students 

in countries without an APU office or representative should contact the APU 

Admissions Office directly. 

Sapporo 

Canada 

The UBC-Ritsumeikan Academic Exchange 

Program Office 

University of British Columbia 

Room 333 Ritsumeikan-UBC House, 

6460 Agronomy Road, Vancouver, B.C. V6T 

1W9, Canada 

Tel: +1-604-822-9501 

Fax: +1-604-822-9515 

www.rits.ubc.ca 

China 

Ritsumeikan Liaison Office 

Shanghai Jiaotong University 

D, 18F Shentong Xinxi Guangchang, 

No. 55, Huaihai West Rd, 

Shanghai City 200030, China 

Tel: +86-21-6283-5104 

Fax: +86-21-6283-5247 

www.apu.net.cn 

Email: shanghai@st.ritsumei.ac.jp 

India 

Ritsumeikan India Office 

Second floor of The Japan Foundation, 

5-A, Ring Road Lajpat Nagar-IV, 

New Delhi, 110024 India 

Email: india@apu.ac.jp 

Korea 

APU Korea Office 

#503, Halla Classic Officetel 5th Floor, 824- 

11 Yeoksam-Dong, 

Gangnam-gu, Seoul 135-080 Korea 

Tel: +82-2-564-3425/3426 

Fax: +82-2-564-3427 

www.ritsapu-kr.com 

E-mail: hello@ritsapu-kr.com 

Oceania 

Mr. Jeremy Breaden 

Tel: +61-432-531-600 

E-mail: oceania@apu.ac.jp 

Sri Lanka 

Mr. Harin Gunawardena 

183/1, Nawala Road, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka 

Tel: +94-714251314 

E-mail: harin@wow.lk 

Taiwan 

APU Taiwan Office 

Room 206, 11th Floor, No. 51, 

Hengyang Road, Taipei, Taiwan 

Tel: +886-2-2311-2922 

Fax: +886-2-2311-2927 

E-mail: taipei@apu.ac.jp 

Hiroshima 

Fukuoka 

Beppu 

APU 

Osaka 

Tokyo 

JAPAN 

Indonesia 

APU Indonesia Information Center 

Summitmas Tower 1, 10th Floor, Jend, 

Sudirman KAV. 61-62 

Jakarta 12190 Indonesia 

Tel: +62-21-252-3708/3709 

Fax: +62-21-252-3710 

www.apu-ina.com 

E-mail: univrap@pacific.net.id 

Thailand 

APU Liaison Office 

Dr. Twee Hormchong 

Visiting Professor, 

Ritsumeikan Center for Asia Pacific Studies 

99/14 Soi 84 Petkasem Road, Bangkok 

10160 Thailand 

Tel/Fax: +66-2-413-0275 

www.apu-thailand.com 

E-mail: twee@apu.ac.jp 

Vietnam 

APU Vietnam Office 

17 Kim Ma Thuong St, 

Ba Dinh, Hanoi, Vietnam 

Tel: +84-4-37-622-117 

E-mail: vietnam@apu.ac.jp 

Undergraduate 

http://admissions.apu.ac.jp 

welcome@apu.ac.jp 

Visit our website or contact the 

Admissions Office directly for 

more details: 

Graduate 

http://www.apu.ac.jp/graduate 

apugrad@apu.ac.jp 

Admissions Office, Ritsumeikan 

Asia Pacific University 

Address: 1-1 Jumonjibaru, Beppu, 

Oita 874-8577 Japan 

Tel: +81-977-78-1119 

Fax: +81-977-78-1121

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