Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program
The Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program (RWJP) is designed for undergraduate or graduate students with minimal knowledge of the Japanese language, providing a comprehensive introduction to Japanese language and culture. The program consists of two major subjects. Participants are enrolled in an intensive Japanese language class which provides them with a thorough introduction to the language.
Students will have opportunities to feel and understand the Japanese culture by joining fieldwork to various cultural spots such as World Heritage sites or tea ceremony in Kyoto, the center of Japanese culture. Why don’t you join students from all over the world to experience Japan?
Fields of study
UQ students are able to participate in the Ritsumeikan Winter Japanese Program (RWJP). The following field of study is available:
- Japanese Language & Culture
More information regarding specific courses available can be found on the host university website or by contacting the host.
Credit equivalent
RWJP = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units upon successful completion of the RWJP (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review Ritsumeikan University for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and application
All applicants must meet the standard Global Experiences Student Eligibility Criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by Ritsumeikan University.
If you are intending to undertake your experience for-credit, it is strongly recommended that you submit your application to IGET at least 4 weeks before applying to the host to allow sufficient time for Faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Costs
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. The program fee is approximately $3,550 AUD.
Detailed information regarding program fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website.
Accommodation
Limited shared dormitory-style accommodation located close to campus is available at an additional cost. For more information regarding accommodation, please see the host university website.
Funding
Internships and Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 24 September 2025
Host: 28 October 2025
Program Dates
Start: 13 January 2026
End: 13 February 2026
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and postgraduate*
*Postgraduates can attend the program as not-for-credit only
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
15 January for overseas study commencing March to August
15 March for overseas study commencing May to October
15 June for overseas study commencing August to January
15 September for overseas study commencing November to April
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
OS-HELP Loan application deadlines close before the Summer and Winter Short-Term Study application deadlines. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for deadline dates as late applications will not be accepted.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.