Sophia University January Session
The Summer 2022/23 Sophia University January Session will be offered virtually
This experience may require live attendance at lectures, webinars and group work sessions, at a time decided by the host. Attendance information can be found here.
The aim of the Sophia University January Session has provided students from around the world with the opportunity to learn unique aspects of Japanese Studies in a comprehensive and intensive manner amongst a lively cosmopolitan community.
All courses will be conducted live or with a mix of real-time and on-demand classes to maximize both interaction with lecturers and fellow students and flexible delivery across different time zones. By participating in scheduled live classes and completing on-demand lessons, you will be able to delve into Japanese language, culture and contemporary social issues, and earn credits upon successful course completion, wherever you are in the world.
Field of Study
- Business
- Communications
- Economics
- Sociology
- Japanese Language
- Media
Students choose a minimum of 2 courses and a maximum of 3 courses to complete during the program. For more detailed information about these courses go to the host university website or contact the host university.
Credit Equivalent
3 Credits = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 2 UQ Units if 3 Credits are successfully completed (pending UQ faculty approval).
Eligibility and Application
All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria and any additional eligibility criteria set by Sophia University.
Students are required to have a minimum GPA 5.5 to meet Sophia's entry requirements.
*Host applications open 26 September 2022
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad: The program fee is approximately $2,000 - $2,720 AUD. Detailed information regarding program fees and inclusions can be found on the host program website.
Funding
Widening Participation Grant
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically 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: 10 September 2022
Host: 17 October 2022
Program Dates
Start: 10 January 2023
End: 30 January 2023
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study abroad
Location: Tokyo, Japan (Virtual)
Credit: For-credit or not-for-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate and postgraduate*
*Postgraduates can attend the program as not-for-credit only
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.