Study Abroad destinations
International Christian University
Tokyo, Japan
International Christian University (ICU) was founded in 1949, and envisaged as a 'university of tomorrow.'
ICU's main campus is in western Tokyo. The campus sits in 150 wooded acres, on top of ancient pre-Jomon and Jomon archaeological remains.
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
Module information can be found in the International Christian University (ICU) module catalogue.
Academic calendar
The academic year is split into 3 semesters:
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Semester 1: Early September until late November (approximate dates)
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Semester 2: Early December until late March (approximate dates)
- Semester 3: Early April until late June (approximate dates)
Visit the university website for a full list of academic dates at International Christian University (ICU).
Accommodation
Accommodation abroad
You need to apply for on campus accommodation or you can go private through an ICU agent.
More information on costs can be found on the International Christian University website.
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. This is approximately 20,000 JPY per year.
- Gakkensai (personal accident insurance). This is approximately 1,000 JPY per year.
- Futai-Gakuso (comprehensive insurance). This is approximately 1,860 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.
