University Preparatory Course
(1 year / 1.5-Year)

This course is designed for international students who do not have the qualifications required for admission to Japanese universities. Its purpose is to help students acquire the Japanese language proficiency and basic academic knowledge necessary for university admission in Japan.

When applying, please select one of the following two study periods according to your learning needs.

Course Overview

Learning Achievement Levels from Admission to Graduation

Based on each student's Japanese proficiency at the time of enrollment, the program guides students step-by-step from A1 (equivalent to JLPT N5) through A2, B1, and B2.
From beginner to upper-intermediate levels, clear learning objectives are set for each stage, with comprehensive development of vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, listening comprehension, and conversation skills.
Upon completion, students will have acquired practical Japanese language proficiency equivalent to JLPT N2, equipping them with the skills needed for higher education or future career advancement.

*This is an estimate of the time required to reach the target level from the starting level.

※Students who demonstrate Japanese proficiency above the designated entry level at the time of enrollment will aim to achieve C1 level.

Course Selection Guide for University Advancement (for November Entrance Exams)

Understanding the Japanese Entrance Examination System

• In Japan, university entrance examinations are often held around November of the year before enrollment.
• Japanese higher education institutions (universities, vocational schools, etc.) generally require international students to have Japanese language proficiency equivalent to JLPT N2 or higher for admission.
• Many universities in Japan require international students to take the EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students) and achieve scores above the standards set by each university.
• When preparing for university admission, the study period at a Japanese language school does not necessarily equal the actual preparation period for university advancement. In reality, students need to improve their Japanese proficiency within a shorter period of time.

Course Selection

1-Year course

• A shortest-path program for university advancement, saving both time and tuition costs through a shorter period of study at a Japanese language school.
• To pass the JLPT N2 level in July, shortly after enrollment, and prepare for university admission in the following academic year, students need to have a strong foundation in Japanese and be close to the N2 level when entering a Japanese language school.

1.5-Year course

• If you do not possess Japanese language proficiency close to N2 level at the time of enrollment, please select the 1.5-Year program.

Classes and Curriculum

Japanese Language Subject

Comprehensive Japanese Language / Japanese Society

By covering a wide range of topics from daily life to social issues, students engage in all language activities—listening, reading, speaking (interaction and presentation), and writing—to comprehensively improve their Japanese proficiency.

Students develop practical Japanese skills useful for living in Japanese society and learn with the goal of communicating and interacting with people from diverse backgrounds.

“Comprehensive Japanese and Japanese Affairs” includes 40 class hours of lectures on Japanese Affairs.

Kanji
Vocabulary

Students learn the meanings of kanji necessary for daily life in Japan and the vocabulary that uses those kanji.

For students whose native languages use kanji, the focus is placed on readings and multiple meanings while developing awareness of the differences between Japanese kanji usage and that of their native languages. For students whose native languages do not use kanji, writing kanji is also emphasized to deepen their understanding.

Reading

Through a wide range of topics and various types of reading materials, students learn reading strategies and expressions while developing their reading skills. At the same time, they deepen their understanding of social concepts, perspectives, and ways of thinking.

Students also practice expressing their own opinions and ideas based on what they have read.

Composition

Students practice various writing skills, including writing conventions, style, organization and paragraph structure, sentence connections, how to introduce themes and definitions, how to explain facts, issues, and reasons, and how to use quotations. They then write various types of texts, such as explanatory essays, essays, and opinion pieces.

As follow-up activities, students may share their work by reading each other’s writing in pairs or presenting their ideas in front of the class.

Home Room

Students develop study plans for Japanese learning and plans for university entrance examinations or job hunting while considering their purpose for studying abroad and future goals. They prepare for implementing their plans and reflect on their progress.

Students also develop the skills and mindset needed to become independent learners so that they can continue studying even after returning to their home countries.

Exam Preparation (Elective Required)

JLPT Preparation
※JLPT: Japanese Language Proficiency Test

Students aim to achieve their target scores by understanding grammar and vocabulary expressions at each level and becoming familiar with question formats through repeated practice exercises.

EJU (Japanese) Preparation ※EJU: Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students

For the Writing section, students learn writing techniques and practice composing essays on given topics within a set time limit. For the Listening/Reading and Reading sections, students work through past exam questions to become familiar with the question formats and aim to achieve their target scores.

BJT Preparation ※BJT: BJT Business Japanese Proficiency Test

Students learn about the job-hunting process in Japan, including self-analysis, company research, and how to write resumes. Through practice in using honorific expressions, writing business emails, and studying business case scenarios, students prepare for working in Japan while also developing skills for the BJT.

Core Subjects

Students will study the core subjects required for university admission in Japan (English, Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science).

Liberal Arts Track: "Mathematics 1 + English + Comprehensive Subjects"

※Our school offers "General Studies" as a social studies subject.

Science track applicants: "Mathematics 1 + Science + English"; Science requires selecting two subjects from "Physics," "Chemistry," and "Biology" (Note: Courses may not be offered depending on enrollment numbers).

※Mathematics II is offered as an elective course for students who wish to take it.