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The schooling years in the Japanese education system are segmented along the lines of 6-3-3-4: 6 years of primary or elementary school; 3 years of middle or junior high school; 3 years of high school; and 4 years of university. However, the government has just announced (October 2005, Daily Yomiuri) that it is intending to make changes in the Education Law to allow schools to merge the 6-3 division between elementary and middle schools. The key purpose for this change is to allow elementary and middle schools to pool or share their resources, with special regard to making available specialist teachers of middle schools to elementary schools.

Many private schools, however, offer a six year programme incorporating both junior high school and high school. Specialised schools may offer a five year programme comprising high school and two years of junior college. There are two options for tertiary education: junior college (two years) and university (four years).

A school year has three terms: summer, winter and spring, which are each followed by a vacation period. The school year begins in April and ends in March of the following year.

An elementary school (from 6 years) and junior high school (3 years) education, i.e. nine years of schooling are considered compulsory (see pages on legality of homeschooling).

This system, implemented by the School Education Law enacted in March 1947 after WWII, owes its origin to the American model 6-3-3 plus 4 years of university. Many other features of the Japanese educational system, are however, based on European models.
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Scholarships have been established to encourage and reward outstanding foreign students who come to study in USTB. The scholarships are available to all registered degree students or non-degree students.

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Johns Hopkins University - SAIS Summer Programs

  United States

Washington D.C.

Term: Summer 
Dates: June 2-July 24

Description: Summer Courses provide students with the opportunity to explore the world of international relations and enhance their topical, theoretical and practical knowledge of global issues. Courses are offered in international relations, economics, policy studies, development, conflict management, strategic and regional studies, and more. Structured for the working professional, classes are scheduled two evenings each week. Students can earn four graduate-level credits per course.

Summer Certificates are designed to help students and professionals gain academic credentials without pursuing a full degree as they advance their careers. The Certificate in International Studies and the Certificate in International Development are offered to candidates who successfully complete a series of four Summer Courses. Students can earn a certificate in as few as two summers by working at a rigorous pace or over an extended period of time.

Summer Language Institute at SAIS is unique for emphasizing political, economic and international topics. Students may enroll in one intensive evening course in Arabic, Hindi-Urdu, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese or Political Russian at the beginning, intermediate and advanced level.

English as a Second Language prepares international students and professionals to communicate effectively in English-speaking academic and business environments. To complement daily morning language instruction, students participate in afternoon seminars and class trips to learn about the diverse political, cultural and social landscape of the United States. Dates: June 9 - July 18.

Highlights: The Summer Language Institute provides intensive language courses emphasizing political, economic and international topics in Arabic, Hindi-Urdu, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese and Political Russian. In addition to receiving formal classroom instruction, students have access to SAIS’s Multimedia Center to explore the languages through interactive technology and software programs.

University Attributes: We invite you to “think international” and discover the exciting world of ideas at SAIS this summer. Immerse yourself in the study of specific international relations issues by enrolling in our Summer Courses. Learn a new language or take your skills and understanding to a new level at the Summer Language Institute. If English is your second language, take a closer look at ESL–designed to help you master the nuances of the English-speaking academic and business world. Enter the world of SAIS, and become part of the proud tradition of one of the leading graduate schools devoted to the study of international relations.

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Minimum Education: Bachelors

Cost in US$: varies by course, term and year

Application Fee: USD 50. This fee must be paid by check, money order or cashier’s check.

Late Registration Fee: USD 35. Applications must include this fee if postmarked after the application deadline (usually at the end of April) for the Summer Courses and Summer Language Institute or May 4 for ESL and American Studies.

Credit Available: yes

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Essay
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Summer Programs’s Mission Statement: To provide a professional education that simultaneously adheres to the highest standards of scholarship and takes a practical approach to training students for international leadership. To conduct scholarly research related to the concerns of public and private institutions of the United States and governments of other countries and disseminate that research to a broad audience concerned with foreign relations. To offer mid-career educational opportunities for those already working in international affairs.

The University of Kansas

  United States

Highlights: Since the 1950s, The University of Kansas has promoted international exchange as a vital link in education. A national leader in providing low-cost, high-quality study abroad programs.

Study abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity whose benefits go far beyond academic learning. Students in study abroad programs develop skills in intercultural communication and problem-solving applicable to everyday life. Students learn to become independent and take initiative. Students often gain self-confidence, flexibility, perseverance, and appreciation of diversity. An international experience strengthens career opportunities and increases awareness of the interconnected nature of the world. The global character of the economy has prompted more students to experience cross-cultural linkages first-hand.

University Attributes: the University of Kansas offers semester, academic year, summer, winter break and spring break programs in over 60 countries throughout the world. These vary in structure from exchanges and individually arranged programs to group programs led by KU faculty members.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)