Study Abroad destinations
Chiba University
Chiba, Japan
Chiba University was established as a new national university in 1949, incorporating the Chiba Normal School and Chiba Medical School.
The University is guided by the philosophy, 'always aim higher'. They take active steps to create a learning environment that fosters the exploration and discovery of ideas and knowledge.
What you can study
| Course | When you can study |
|---|---|
| Japanese, TESOL and Linguistics BA | 3rd year, full year |
| Japanese, Intercultural Communication and Linguistics BA | 3rd year, full year |
Academic information
Choosing your modules
You need to gain the following credits from your modules:
- 12 to 16 Japanese credits per semester
- 24 to 32 Japanese credits per year
You can see module options in the Chiba University module catalogue.
Academic calendar
The academic year is split into 2 semesters:
- Semester 1: beginning of October until late February (approximate dates)
- Semester 2: beginning of April until late August (approximate dates)
Visit the University website for a full list of academic dates for Chiba University.
Accommodation
Accommodation abroad
Most international students attending Chiba University live in privately rented accommodation (apartments).
Private accommodations can be found through University COOP or local real estate agents. You can also find basic information on finding and renting an apartment room at the website offered by the Japanese Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism: Apartment Search Guidebook (PDF, 1.5 MB).
A single room in the off campus dormitory costs approximately ¥19,000 per month.
You can find more information on the Chiba University housing pages.
Costs and visas
Funding
Funding is available to help you with study abroad costs. Please see our Funding page for more details.
Additional costs
This information is about additional costs of studying at this host university. Please be aware that prices are subject to change, and the list may not be exhaustive.
We recommend looking at the host website, as well as entry requirements for the country, to get a full understanding of the costs involved.
You are required to pay into:
- Japanese National Insurance: approximately ¥20,000 per year
- Gakkensai (personal accident insurance): approximately ¥1,000 per year
- Futai-Gakuso (comprehensive insurance): approximately ¥1,860 per year
Visas
Please make sure you have an up to date passport that expires no earlier than 6 months after you intend to return.
You will be provided with guidance and documentation from the partner university but it will be your responsibility to obtain the correct visa.
Neither the Study Abroad team here or at the partner university are qualified to offer consultations or detailed advice regarding visa applications. Immigration laws are complex and subject to frequent changes. So if you do have any visa related questions you will need to contact the appropriate Embassy directly.
