Study Abroad destinations
Meiji Gakuin University
Tokyo, Japan
Meiji Gakuin University (MGU) is one of the oldest Christian institutions in Japan.
Meiji Gakuin's founder, Dr James Curtis Hepburn, a noted physician in New York, arrived in Yokohama as a medical missionary with his wife Clara in 1859. They provided free medical care to thousands, then started an English school named the Hepburn School in 1863. This school was the forerunner of Meiji Gakuin.
MGU has always valued its founding spirit of Christian-based moral education, with 'Do for Others' as its educational philosophy. They endeavour to honour this by providing research and education that passes this spirit down through the generations. Today, MGU is a fully-accredited, selective liberal arts university with 6 faculties and 16 departments, with a strong focus on international engagement.
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 24 Japanese credits per semester
- 24 to 48 Japanese credits per year
You can see module options on the Meiji Gakuin University website.
Academic calendar
The term is split into 2 semesters:
- Semester 1: April to July (approximate dates)
- Semester 2: September to January (approximate dates)
You can see a full list of academic dates on the Meiji Gakuin University academic calendar page.
Accommodation
Accommodation abroad
Living in the Meiji Gakuin University dorm (MG Okusawa House) is mandatory for students in the international programme. You will not need to apply for this accommodation, as you will be automatically assigned a room.
Rent is 50,000 JPY per month, and this is self-catered accommodation.
More information can be found on the Meiji Gakuin University accommodation page.
Costs and visas
Funding
Funding is available to help you with study abroad costs. Please see our Funding page for more details.
You may apply for the JASSO (Japan Student Services Organisation scholarship), but this is not guaranteed.
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.
Students are required to pay into:
- Japanese National Insurance - approximately 20,000 JPY per year
- Gakkensai (personal accident insurance) - approximately 1,000 JPY 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.
If you do have any visa related questions you will need to contact the appropriate Embassy directly.
