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Hagoromo In Numbers
Numbers of Overseas Students by Country.
Vietnamese and Chinese are the most common nationalities of overseas students. Many overseas students are enrolled through study programs with partner institutions, or enrolled privately after graduating from Japanese-language training schools in Japan. The majority of overseas students are from Asia. In addition to Vietnam and China, there are many students from Taiwan, Korea, Mongolia, and Malaysia. In the past, there were also short-term students from North America.
Hagoromo University of International Studies currently has exchange agreements in place with a total of 24 universities and other educational institutions located in 10 different countries/regions. The university organizes overseas training and exchange (for Japanese students) and it hosts overseas students from the 24 affiliated institutions.
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- Why did you decide to come and study in Japan?
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- I loved Japanese anime and I gradually became interested in computer graphics and animation.
- I was majoring in Japanese language at my parent university, but I wanted to study and experience Japanese culture.
- I came to realize that to get a good job in Japan it’s necessary to study at university there.
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Hagoromo In Numbers
Numbers of Overseas Students by Gender.
Generally, female overseas students slightly outnumber males. This is true of both faculties.
Students in the same faculty have plenty of opportunity to come in contact with each other, for example, when they take classes together. There are also meetings for overseas students of each nationality, allowing them to communicate with more senior students from their own country.
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- What do you usually study?
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- Management classes. I’m studying corporate organization theory, strategic marketing, and so on.
- I’m making clothes in apparel training classes, and I’m studying interior design.
- I take information technology classes and programming practical classes, in which I mainly study the Java language.
- I study Japanese language to prepare for level N1 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test in seminars by Professor Yoshimura, the president of the university. I really like his classes. I find him humorous and kind, and I learn a lot about Japanese culture.
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Reasons to study at Hagoromo University of International Studies.
Unranked responses
- ・Financial reasons, such as scholarships or tuition fees
- ・Recommendation from a Japanese Language School teacher
- ・Senior students told me it is a good university
A large number of students from the Department of Media and Visual Arts and the Department of Human Life Studies answered : ‘They have courses relevant to my desired field of studies’; while many students from the Department of Social Sciences expressed interest in learning and speaking foreign languages. There were numerous replies from students with an interest in manga, anime, Japanese culture and language. They felt that they could fully immerse themselves in these things by studying in Japan.
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What’s the cost of living in Osaka?
The most common figures varied from JPY 50,000-100,000, with an average of about JPY 86,000.
As the university is located in Sakai, away from the center of Osaka City, the rental market is relatively affordable.
Many students study while working part-time, but Hagoromo University of International Studies has a scholarship system for international students to ensure the best experience during their exchange period.
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- ・A clean, quiet, comfortable city.
- ・The city is made easy to live in due to its kind locals and international students.
- ・It may appear rural, but it’s a nice city with cultural heritage.
Hagoromo University of International Studies is located in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture. Sakai is Osaka’s second largest city in population and area. Sakai is a city rich in history.
It contains the the world’s largest grave or kofun, that of Emperor Nintoku, which is located in the Mozu Tombs. Sakai is deeply rooted in traditional industries like tea ceremonies and cutlery.
It is also a well connected area with good access to both urban areas and Kansai International Airport.
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International Students Satisfaction Survey.
Academic Testimonials
- ・Teachers are very kind and provide good lessons
- ・There were also classes I wasn’t expecting
- ・Could learn a lot about Japanese language and culture
Daily Life Testimonials
- ・Safe accommodation and easy to live area.
- ・A bit far from Osaka’s city center.
- ・Plenty of nice food but sometimes I miss food back home.
Cost Testimonials
- ・Able to apply for exchange student scholarships.
- ・Cost of living is a bit high, but can be supplemented with a part-time job.
- ・Living Expenses are a bit high.
General testimonials
- ・Plenty of good memories.
- ・Sometimes it’s hard, but you can adapt day by day.
- ・Never felt anything bad.
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Ranking of positive aspects of Hagoromo University of International Studies.
Unranked Responses
- ・Low tuition fees or scholarships available.
- ・Good ambiance at university (feels like home).
- ・Feels safer having other students from my country.
‘Lessons easy to understand even for exchange students’ was the most repeated answer in all courses.
The second and third options pertain to communication, being the perfect university for people looking for a friendly environment.
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