Sophia University Summer Program
During the Sophia University Summer Program participants can gain first-hand experience on many aspects of not only Japan but also East Asian culture and society – witnessing the myriad of ways in which the cultures of the world are reflected in the maze-like urban landscape of Tokyo.
By participating in the Summer Program in Japanese Studies, you will be able to delve into Japanese language, culture and contemporary social issues, and earn credits upon successful course completion.
Field of Study
- East Asia Business & Technology
- East Asia Culture and Society
- Japanese History
- Japanese Language
Summer Session in East Asian Studies: July 1, 2025 - July 22, 2025
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.
Summer Session in Japanese Language: July 1, 2025 - July 22, 2025
Students attend three classes each day across the duration of the Session. For more detailed information about this session 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).
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 the host university webpage for very important visa and immigration information.
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.
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 however that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Cost
The participation mode of this experience is Study Abroad. The program fee is approximately $2,385 - $3,185 AUD depending on the program chosen and/or number of courses undertaken. The application fee is approximatley $105 AUD. Detailed information regarding program fees and inclusions can be found on the host program website under each individual Summer Session.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the program fee and students are required to arrange their own accommodation for the duration of the program. More information regarding accommodation options can be found on the host university website. A student discount is available to short-term program participants in some of the accommodation options provided by the host.
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.
OS-HELP Loan
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.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 14 April 2025
Host: 7 March 2025
Program Dates
Start: 1July 2025
End: 22 July 2025
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study Abroad
Location: Tokyo, Japan (In-person)
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
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.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
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.