UNIVERS I TY OF FUKUI 2016 -17

MISSION

Message from the President

Serving as a center of academic and cultural activities, the University of

The University of Fukui extends this message to people in the world, wishing to create a peaceful, harmonized and sustainable world together.

Fukui aims to promote world-class education and research in science and technology for peoples’ well-being and to provide advanced medical services to local residents, while maintaining a high sense of ethics. To this end, the university will develop human resources who are capable of contributing to society on the local, national, and global levels. It will continue to further its own original and region-specific studies in education, pursue highly advanced research in science, technology, and medical sciences, and also provide professional medical care services.

The University of Fukui is one of the national university corporations in Japan. It consists of the four schools of Engineering, Medical Sciences, Education, and Global and Community Studies, and the three graduate schools of Education, Engineering, and Medical Sciences. The university is medium-sized, having about 5,000 students. The schools of Education, Engineering, and Medical Sciences have a history of 140, 90 and 40 years, respectively. They provide distinctive education and research opportunities in each field of study, and produce outstanding professionals. Our graduate schools produce professional human resources who disseminate their advanced research results internationally. The School of Global and Community Studies was established in 2016, enhancing our function as a comprehensive university. We accept international students actively; about 2,000 students from 73 countries have studied with us so far (as of 2014). Many of these play active roles in Japan and their native countries. They have established alumni societies at 13 places in 10 countries (as of 2015).

CONTENTS Geographical Facts 　Fukui Way

03

About the University of Fukui

05

Undergraduate & Graduate Schools

　Medical Sciences

07 09 11 13

Japanese Language Program

15

Global & Community Outreach

17

　Global and Community Studies 　Education 　Engineering

　

International Cooperation

　Student Mobility - Inbound

19 21 22 23

Student Life & Activities

25

Admission Guide for Degree-Seeking Students

27

Career & Employment Support, Message from Graduates

29

Campus Maps

30

　International Network 　Global Presence

　Student Mobility - Outbound

01　Mission / Contents

The University of Fukui is located in Fukui Prefecture. During World War II, thanks to “the visa of life” issued by the Japanese diplomat Chiune Sugihara, thousands of Jews narrowly escaped from Lithuania and survived the Holocaust. They traveled via Vladivostok in Russia, and arrived at Tsuruga Port in Fukui, overcoming enormous difficulties. It is well known that the people of Tsuruga warmly welcomed the Jewish refugees. This anecdote demonstrates the friendliness of the people of Fukui towards foreign people. Moreover, Japan itself has a long history and a distinctive culture. We hope that our international students will acquire accurate knowledge about Japan and Japanese culture at our campus. We also send many Japanese students to foreign countries and support them in their learning about the world. We hope that through studying and talking together and deepening their understanding of each other on our campus, our Japanese students and international students will understand multiple cultures, acknowledge the importance of multiethnic coexistence, and jointly realize sustainable development of the world. The world has been globalized rapidly. Not only information but also people are moving about actively on a global scale; many people are crossing international borders on business and for studying. This international transfer of people will facilitate the understanding and fusion of different cultures. In this globalized society , we should carry out activities that are required to create a peaceful, harmonized and sustainable society. We should tackle various personal tasks, such as acquiring the skills to contribute to innovation, understanding multiple cultures, acknowledging the importance of a multi-cultural coexistence and making such a coexistence a reality. We sincerely welcome students from all over the world. We will support you so that you are able to acquire the competence to play an active part in a knowledge-oriented society, understand foreign cultures, and create a peaceful, affluent future society through your studies at our university. We look forward to seeing you on our campus.

Mitsufumi Mayumi, M.D., Ph.D. President Message from the President　02

ISHIKAWA

FUKUI GIFU SHIGA

OSAKA ・

FUKUI WAY

TOKYO ・

One of Japan’s 47 prefectures, Fukui is located along

small-scale companies. Consequently, Fukui is the

living alone and children waiting to enter nursery

Koshihikari, originated in Fukui. The brewing of sake

the middle of the Sea of Japan coastline on the island

prefecture that has produced the most company

schools are at the lowest level, and for this reason,

made from locally grown rice and pure, mineral-rich

of Honshu, about 550 km (344 miles) west of Tokyo,

presidents for 34 continuous years through 2015.

Fukui ranks third in the area of life in the happiness

water is also a renowned traditional industry of Fukui.

180 km (113 miles) east of Kyoto, 180 km north of

Since few major enterprises have come into Fukui, the

evaluation.

Nagoya, and 75 km (47 miles) southwest of

prefecture has been able to preserve its long-standing

Kanazawa. From Fukui, it is easy to access major and

technologies and produce small yet world-class

Thus, Fukui has a family-centered society and a high

magnificent views of interestingly shaped rock walls

traditional Japanese cities by bus or train. Fukui has

companies with original products. These are not

education level supported by a manufacturing culture

formed by rough waves of the Sea of Japan. In winter,

nine cities and eight major towns, and a population of

limited to textiles and eyeglass frames: Fukui also has

and good employment. It is truly a model for the

the rock walls are covered with white carpets of

785,095 (as of December 2015).

successful automobile and industrial machinery

creation of a happy region.

narcissus, the prefectural flower, which color the winter

industries.

Prefecture of Manufacturing

On the Echizen and Wakasa coasts, there are

Abundant Beautiful Nature

landscape. Fukui has abundant marine products, including Echizen crabs, which have been annually

Fukui is blessed with abundant nature. The coastline

offered to the Emperor of Japan since Meiji Period,

of the prefecture consists of raised beaches in the

salted sea urchin, which has been considered as one of

north and a deeply indented coastline in the south.

the best delicacies since the Edo Period, and mackerel

About 15% of the prefecture is occupied by Hakusan

sushi, a favorite among the locals. These marine

National Park and four parks in Okuetsu Highland.

products form the rich food culture of Fukui.

Because of its proximity to the political and cultural

Happiest Prefecture in Japan

center of Japan in ancient times, and its location in

In 2014, Fukui was named the happiest prefecture in

the midst of provinces ruled by powerful feudal lords

Japan. The level of happiness was evaluated across

in the Middle Ages, Fukui has a legacy of advanced

five areas: work, education, life, health, and culture.

technology and manufacturing of original products,

Fukui was at the top in the areas of work and

which continues to this day. In fact, Fukui is known

education, resulting in the highest evaluation overall.

Fukui has a large amount of precipitation. Rain and snow falling in the forests penetrate deep into the

Fukui has become the happiest prefecture in Japan by

Fukui’s local industries have enabled stable

ground, and pure spring water forms rivers that flow

retaining its originality in a harsh yet beautiful natural

into the sea. The streams running in the valleys

environment. You will be able to learn many things

produce the mysterious natural beauty and traditional

from the FUKUI WAY to live in this continuously

landscapes of Japan, and are soothing to the soul.

progressing global society. Please come to Echizen

With its abundant pure water, Fukui produces

and Wakasa to find your happiness in everyday life of

high-quality rice: the most famous variety,

small Japanese towns.

as “the prefecture of manufacturing.” One of Fukui’s main industries is textiles. Blessed

employment. In the textile industry, female workers

with a warm, humid climate, Fukui has flourished as a

used to play important roles, which contributed to the

silk production area since ancient times. The textile

advancement of women in society. The prefecture’s

industry of Fukui has developed greatly since the

rates of double-income families and savings are the

Middle Ages, including in modern times. Fukui’s other

highest in Japan. Since both parents work, children

key industry, which has flourished in Sabae City for

are usually taken care of by their grandparents. This

100 years, is the manufacturing of eyeglass frames.

lifestyle has helped to preserve the tradition of

Sabae now produces over 96% of Japanese eyeglass

three-generation families, and has been beneficial for

frames, and, along with Italy and China, is

the education of children. The academic ability of

world-famous for its eyeglass frame industry.

elementary children in Fukui is at the highest level, and that of junior high school children is the

One of the features of the industries of Fukui is that

uppermost in Japan. Thanks to this lifestyle of

many of them are local industries consisting of

three-generation families, the rates of elderly people

03　Fukui Way

Fukui Way　04

THE

ABOUT OF

UNIVERSITY

FUKUI

History 1949

Schools

Fukui University established by integrating Fukui Normal School, Fukui Normal School for Youth, and

The University of Fukui has four schools and three graduate schools. In April 2016, we have launched a new school called “Global and Community Studies.”

Fukui Technical College.

School of Education

School of Global and Community Studies

1978

Fukui Medical School established.

－Department of Global and Community Studies

1980

Fukui Medical School officially opened.

1983

Fukui Medical School Hospital founded.

2003

Fukui University and Fukui Medical School merged to form the University of Fukui.

2004

Incorporated as the National University Corporation of the University of Fukui.

－Teacher Education Programs Primary Education Course Elementary Education Subcourse Special Needs Education Subcourse Secondary Education Course Humanities and Social Education Subcourse Science and Mathematics, Living Environment Studies Education Subcourse Art and Sports Education Subcourse

2016

School of Education and School of Global and Community Studies launched.

Graduate School of Education

University of Fukui by Numbers

5,144

174

3,675

total students (as of May 2015)

international students (as of May 2015)

male students (as of May 2015)

1,469

&

female students (as of May 2015)

Master’s Program School Education Professional Graduate School Professional Development of Teachers －Affiliated Schools Kindergarten Elementary School Junior High School School for Special Needs Education

－Minor

School of Medical Sciences College of Medicine Graduate School of Medical Sciences Master’s Program

▼ Undergraduate

(as of May 2015) International Students

Undergraduate School

Japanese Students

School of Education and Regional Studies *

706

2

School of Engineering

2,429

43

School of Medical Sciences Total

▼ Graduate

(as of May 2015) International Students

Graduate School

Japanese Students

30

Graduate School of Education

(M) 119

(M)

8

6

21

Graduate School of Engineering

(M) 533 (D) 98

(M) (D)

39 16

3

(M) 32 (D) 127

(M) (D)

0 5

1

[Degree-seeking] [Non degree-seeking]

926

0

0

Graduate School of Medical Sciences

4,061

45

51

Total

[Degree-seeking] [Non degree-seeking]

909

68

Department of Mechanical and System Engineering Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering Department of Materials Science and Biotechnology Department of Applied Physics Management and Innovation Minor Program Fundamental Course of Nuclear Safety Engineering

Graduate School of Engineering －Master's Programs Mechanical Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Information Science Architecture and Civil Engineering Materials Science and Engineering Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology Applied Physics Human and Artificial Intelligent Systems Frontier Fiber Technology and Science Nuclear Power and Energy Safety Engineering －Doctoral Program Advanced Interdisciplinary Science and Technology

College of Nursing

Student Numbers in Detail

School of Engineering

Nursing Doctoral Programs Life Sciences Course Advanced Biomedical Sciences Course Comprehensive Community Medicine Course

Campuses BUNKYO

MATSUOKA

TSURUGA

(School of Education / Engineering / Global and Community Studies)

(School of Medical Sciences)

(Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering)

10

*The School of Education and Regional Studies stopped accepting applicants in 2015. The School of Education and the School of Global and Community

Studies were launched in April 2016. The number of students to be admitted each year is as follows: 100 students for the former; 60 students for the latter.

19

No.1

countries and regions represented by students (as of December 2015)

employment success rate (96.1%) among national university corporations with multiple schools (as of July 2015)

38

47

university-level exchange agreements in 13 countries and regions (as of February 2016)

school-level exchange agreements in 19 countries and regions (as of February 2016)

63

13

scholarship recipients (international students) (as of December 2015)

alumni society branches in 10 countries and regions (as of May 2015)

05　About the University of Fukui

Academic Calendar

2016 Fall Start of Fall Semester October 1 University Foundation Day October 1 Classes Start October 3 Winter Break December 27 ‒ January 4 Exam Week February 6 ‒ 10 Spring Vacation February 13 ‒ Early April End of Fall Semester March 31

Class Time

2017 Spring Start of Spring Semester

April 1

Classes Start

Early April

Exam Week

Early August

Summer Vacation

Early August ‒ September 30

End of Spring Semester

September 30

Period

1st

8：45 ～ 10：15

Period

2nd

10：30 ～ 12：00

Period

3rd

13：00 ～ 14：30

Period

4th

14：45 ～ 16：15

5th

16：30 ～ 18：00

Period

About the University of Fukui　06

School of

国際

地域

学

Global and Community Studies

The School of Global and Community Studies develops human resources who seek solutions for dealing with various regional, domestic and global issues, such as globalization, declining birthrate and aging population, decrease in community functions, and environmental damage, and resources who will be able to re-create communities and contribute to the development of a globalizing society. Students will acquire the following knowledge and skills: (1) A wide range of knowledge from humanities and social sciences to natural sciences, as well as professional expertise and skills (2) The ability to examine and research current problems and the ability to contribute to the development of the global society and the creation of regions (3) An international perspective and critical thinking skills, proficiency in English, and understanding of different cultures and communication skills. Accordingly, our curriculum has the following features: (1) Study abroad through student exchange programs (2) Project-Based Learning (PBL) course requirements (3) Integration of humanities and sciences to cultivate students’ ability to solve problems from multiple perspectives when using the basic knowledge and methods of natural sciences. In order to promote student exchanges with our partner universities, we have adopted internationally compatible systems: a curriculum that is systematized by numbering, a CAP system that limits the number of credits per semester, and 13-step grading and GPA systems. International students are able to study various aspects of Fukui and Japan such as culture, society, economics and politics through our wide variety of academic programs and extracurricular activities. International students who hope to complete their degree at our university will be able to enhance their Japanese and English skills, become a globally minded person with a thorough knowledge of Japan, and play leading roles in Japan, Asia and the world. School of Global and Community Studies －Department of Global and Community Studies

Global Approach & Community Approach

There are two approaches to study various issues in and outside Japan. One is Global Approach, where students examine local issues and try to resolve problems by comparing similar cases that they have studied in international communities. The other is Community Approach, where students actively participate in Fukui communities and community projects to identify and resolve problems to create a healthy community. Both approaches require students to find factors that ensure or threaten community development in the interplay of global and local changes.

Courses Taught in English

The main language of instruction at the University of Fukui is Japanese. However, there are intensive English language courses and variety of content courses taught in English in the School of Global and Community Studies. English Language Courses ENG085 ENG091a ENG091b ENG092a ENG092b ENG100a ENG100b ENG101a ENG101b ENG200a ENG200b

TOEFL Preparation English Reading III English Reading IV English Writing III English Writing IV English Composition I English Composition II Academic Reading I Academic Reading II Academic English Writing I Academic English Writing II

SOC100 RES110 RES260 JLT100 JLT210 JLT300 ICS110 ICS200 ICS250 ICS300 ICS350 ICS301 PLS210 PLS220 MLC350 BED200 LLL100 LLL200 LLL210 LLL230 LLL250 LLL260 LLL300 LLL350 ISS100 ISS250 ISS300 ISS400 EDU210 ISS200 HUM100 HUM300 LIT200 LIT300 LIT310 LIT400 LIT410 LIT420 TESIS410

Introduction to Global and Community Studies * Introduction to Research E Qualitative Research E Introduction to Japanese Language Studies* Teaching Japanese as a Second Language for Communication* School Education in Japan Project-Based Learning Introduction ‒ B Project-Based Learning I Project-Based Learning II Project-Based Learning IIIA Project-Based Learning IIIB Project-Based Learning IIIC International Relations International Policies International Communication Study Abroad Seminar Public Speaking English as a World Language Introduction to Linguistics The Japanese Language Through Time Introduction to American English Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology for EFL Learning Second Language Acquisition Psycholinguistics Intercultural Communication Psychology Human Development Game-Based Learning Social Justice Issues in Education Intro. to Japanese Traditions and Culture Ethnomusicology Humanistic Traditions in the West American Short Stories Topics in American Literature Social Issues in Asian American Literature Irish Literature Comparative Literature Women in Literature Thesis

English Taught Courses

*The courses are taught partly in Japanese.

Project-Based Learning

Courses in Project-Based Learning are required (some are elective subjects) to be taken from the first through the third year. (Global Approach students can take them in the fourth year as well.) The classes are taught in English or Japanese. Students are divided into small groups to tackle assignments cooperatively. They visit companies, government offices and other organizations to deepen their understanding of their tasks and obtain required knowledge and skills, and at the end of their classes, they present concrete solutions to the problems. These courses offer students specific knowledge of regions and society, cultivate their ability to solve problems, and provide them with real experiences of contributing to regions, thus enhancing their strength of character.

07　School of Global and Community Studies

School of Global and Community Studies　08

Education

The School of Education was founded in 1949 and has a tradition of producing school teachers who are hired to work at elementary schools, middle schools, high schools and special support schools in Fukui Prefecture and other areas all over Japan. 　 The present School of Education consists of two courses: the “Primary Education Course,” which produces teachers for elementary schools and special support schools, and the “Secondary Education Course” which produces teachers for middle schools and high schools. It is necessary for students who want to become a middle school or high school teacher to study their specialty subject and liberal arts subjects to acquire a teacher’s license for a particular subject (Japanese, social studies, mathematics, science, music, art, health and physical education, engineering, home economics and English). International degree seeking students, who do not wish to acquire a teacher’s license in Japan can study other disciplines, if desired. 　 The Graduate School of Education consists of two programs: a Master’s Program (School Education) and Professional Graduate School (Professional Development of Teachers). The Master’s Program provides high-level lectures related to specialized subjects which cover the basis of education theory and practice and are essential for teachers of elementary and secondary schools. The Professional Graduate School produces high-level professionals. It has two courses: one is for graduates of the undergraduate program to develop teaching expertise, and the other is to train in-service teachers as school leaders. 　 There are several dozen international students enrolled in the School of Education and Graduate School of Education who are on scholarship programs as well as the University of Fukui exchange programs. Moreover, our school has distinctive features that make it attractive to international students: (1) (2) (3) (4)

Instructors from diverse fields of study Small-group instruction Practical training at affiliated schools Catering to individual needs

－Affiliated Schools Kindergarten

Elementary Education Subcourse

Elementary School

Special Needs Education Subcourse

Junior High School

Secondary Education Course Humanities and Social Education Subcourse Science and Mathematics, Living Environment Studies Education Subcourse Art and Sports Education Subcourse Graduate School of Education Master’s Program School Education Professional Graduate School Professional Development of Teachers

We have implemented unique programs to train teachers who will go on to contribute to regional communities.

1. Producing excellent educators who support regional communities

Fukui Prefecture is known for its quality education. Fukui rates at the top level in the national achievement test for children of elementary schools and junior high schools each year. Among the 7,631 teachers who support quality education in Fukui, we have produced 3,105 teachers, accounting for approximately 40% of the total in the prefecture.

2. Training teachers focused on practical skills

The University of Fukui provides practical teacher training projects, in cooperation with local communities

■ School Training Life Partner Program

Network of Inquiry

Studies of Teaching Practice

Students visit the homes of children who cannot go to school, talk with them, deepen friendly relationships and support their independence. While conducting various activities together, they build a relationship of mutual trust and provide mental support to the children.

Students are engaged in various exploration activities, such as puppet plays, balloon making, cooking, and street corner expeditions to support children’s study and cultivate their organizational learning abilities. This is a project that is attracting much attention nationwide.

This is a comprehensive four-year project aimed to equip students with practical skills. Students visit affiliated schools from the first year, and exercise their teaching skills in actual classrooms.

■ Graduate School Training

On-site training method: Students visit elementary schools and junior high schools (core schools and collaborating schools) and learn teaching skills and class management skills on-site. Graduate students and teachers of the schools are engaged in issue-resolving practical reform at the schools.

Programs for International Students In Program B, students can take regular courses or receive research instructions at the School of Education or Graduate School of Education for 6 or 12 months with Japanese students. (See pp. 23-24 for details.)

School of Education Primary Education Course

Features of the School

　Exchange Program

International students have a variety of career paths to choose from after graduation. Some graduates further their studies by working as institutional researchers.

－Teacher Education Programs

育学

教

School / Graduate School of

　Practical teacher training project, in cooperation with local communities

School for Special Needs Education

　Teachers Training Students

(MEXT)

This program is for students under the scholarship from Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan, and it targets teachers of elementary schools, middle schools and teacher training schools in their home countries. They learn Japanese for half a year, and then study Japanese educational methods for one year. They can observe teaching practices of elementary and junior high schools affiliated with our university, as well as other classes hosted by local governments and private organizations. Participants of this program come from various countries in Asia, Latin America, Europe, and Africa. The participation of serving teachers from foreign countries provides a good opportunity for Japanese students to think about Japanese education comparatively. This program is playing an important role in promoting the internationalization of the graduate school.

■ Features of the Program: ・Students receive full individual guidance. ・Instructors prepare curricula appropriate for students. 　Japanese Studies Students

(MEXT)

This program is for students under the scholarship from Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) of Japan, and it aims to improve students’ Japanese language ability and understandings of Japan and its culture.

■ Features of the Program:

・Students attend common and specialized courses and obtain credits, in the same way as other foreign and Japanese students. ・Students shall take seven or more courses per semester.

09　School / Graduate School of Education

School / Graduate School of Education　10

Engineering

工

The School of Engineering of the University of Fukui was established in 1949. It derived from Fukui Technical Higher School, which was founded in 1912. Although the university was founded with only three departments, it continued to expand in accordance with the needs of the times and society. The present admission capacity is 525 students for the regular program, and 40 transfer students for the third-year class. As for the Graduate School of Engineering, the Master’s Program and Doctoral Program have capacities of 253 students and 22 students respectively. Altogether, 3,200 students are enrolled in the undergraduate and graduate schools, 120 of whom are international students. Although the University of Fukui is a medium sized national university corporation, our School of Engineering is large, and covers almost all areas of engineering. It is one of the largest engineering schools among national university corporations in Japan. 　 The educational concept of the School of Engineering is “Production of Global IMAGINEERS.”‘IMAGINEER’is a term that combines the words‘imagine’and‘engineer’. We produce engineers who have a dream with a global perspective, and who will realize that dream for a society where everyone can live peacefully and safely. This concept is shared by our students and teaching staff. 　 National university corporations are required to achieve good results in accordance with their medium-term target and plan. In the final evaluation of the medium-term target and plan during the first period from 2004 to 2009, our educational activities were rated fourth among all engineering schools of national university corporations, and our Graduate School of Engineering received the highest rating. We have reformed our organization in April 2016 to produce professional engineers with extensive knowledge. We have already been doing this to a certain extent, yet we will further improve our training based on our experiences and results. 　 Why not learn in our new and improved school situated in a calm and pleasant environment, and become a “Global IMAGINEER” who will lead Japan and the world?

学

School / Graduate School of

Programs Taught in English Engineering Program for Research and Development (GEP for R&D) 1. Global (Doctoral Program : 3 Years) The GEP for R&D aims to nurture people who are equipped with highly developed practical skills and are capable of leading industry worldwide, and domestically. The program prepares international students to acquire advanced research skills in their specialized field as well as a deep understanding and knowledge of Japanese culture and corporate strength through introductory education before and after enrollment, and specialized and practical education after enrollment. There are ten fields in a single major:

Advanced Interdisciplinary Science and Technology ・Applied Physics ・Molecular Engineering ・Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology ・Materials Processing ・Intelligent Information Systems

Engineering Program for International Students (GEPIS) 2. Global (Master’s Program : 2 Years) GEPIS provides an opportunity for international students to study various fields of engineering and to obtain a master’s degree. There are 24 fields in 10 majors: Mechanical Engineering Materials Design and Manufacturing Engineering Thermal and Fluid Systems System Control Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Electronic and Optical Devices Energy Engineering Systems Engineering Information Science

School of Engineering

－Minor

Department of Mechanical and System Engineering Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering Department of Architecture and Civil Engineering Department of Materials Science and Biotechnology Department of Applied Physics Management and Innovation Minor Program Fundamental Course of Nuclear Safety Engineering

Graduate School of Engineering －Master's Programs Mechanical Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Information Science Architecture and Civil Engineering Materials Science and Engineering Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology Applied Physics Human and Artificial Intelligent Systems Frontier Fiber Technology and Science Nuclear Power and Energy Safety Engineering －Doctoral Program Advanced Interdisciplinary Science and Technology

11　School / Graduate School of Engineering

・Electrical and Electronics Engineering ・Energy Systems ・Architecture and Civil Engineering ・Frontier Fiber Technology and Science ・Nuclear Power and Energy Safety Engineering

Information Science Architecture and Civil Engineering Environmental Design and Structural Engineering Urban and Architectural Design Materials Science and Engineering Applied Materials Chemistry Intelligent Materials Production and Processing Engineering

Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology Quantum Physics and Mathematical Sciences Experimental Applied Physics Chemical Physics Human and Artificial Intelligent Systems Advanced Intelligence Systems Advanced Informatics and Machinery Frontier Fiber Technology and Science Frontier Fiber Technology and Science Fiber Industrial Engineering Nuclear Power and Energy Safety Engineering Nuclear Engineering Energy Safety and Symbiosis Engineering Nuclear Power Plant Safety Engineering Nuclear Power Plant System Safety Engineering

3. Exchange Program

Program A is a one-year program into which students are accepted from universities that have a student exchange agreement with the University of Fukui. Undergraduate students can take courses mainly taught in English, and graduate students receive research instruction in English. This program offers a number of specialized courses from the following five engineering fields: ❶ Mechanical and System Engineering ❷ Electrical, Electronic and Computer Engineering ❸ Architecture and Civil Engineering ❹ Materials Science and Biotechnology ❺ Applied Physics (See pp.23-24 for more details.)

School / Graduate School of Engineering　12

Medical Sciences

医

The School of Medical Sciences provides advanced knowledge in medicine and nursing, and produces trustworthy clinicians, nurses, and researchers in the field of medical and nursing sciences. Emphasis is placed on respect for life, medical and nursing ethics, and good character. Thus, our mission is to contribute to the development of medicine and nursing, and to the promotion of people’s health and welfare. We support regional medicine in close cooperation with the University of Fukui Hospital and regional hospitals. 　 Since its establishment, the College of Medicine has produced trustworthy clinicians and medical researchers with a sense of ethics and noble character. We focus on students’ self-learning, thinking, and understanding through our comprehensive curriculum, which conforms to the Core Curriculum of the Medical Education Model. We offer a six-year integrated program that includes preparatory medicine, pre-clinical medicine and clinical medicine. 　 In 2016, we have modified our curriculum to meet international standards for the sectoral accreditation of medical education. In addition, we will continue to promote advanced, unique research by combining medicine and engineering. We are developing new medical technology and improving medical standards based on the results of research in medical imaging using radiation and brain development. The College of Nursing produces professionals who have the ability to understand people and respond to the needs of society. We graduate nurses with wide-ranging knowledge, advanced practical skills, and excellent communication skills, who continue to study and improve their abilities. We focus on a variety of research areas. Our accomplishments in disaster nursing research and training of emergency and disaster nursing professionals have prepared us to work in collaboration with Fukui Prefecture to support disaster response, health improvement among people living in aging and depopulated communities, and the establishment of a home healthcare system, thus contributing to regional medicine. School of Medical Sciences College of Medicine College of Nursing

学

School / Graduate School of

Medicine (Ph.D)

Our aim is to cultivate independent researchers and clinical medical researchers who possess outstanding research abilities and specialized skills, and General Practitioners, Emergency Physicians, and Family Physicians who have the clinical research ability to contribute to society and the competence of educational leadership.

Life Sciences

Advanced Biomedical Sciences

Comprehensive Community Medicine

This course includes not only subjects relevant to life sciences, but also course work on experiment techniques such as gene manipulation, data processing, and methods to revise dissertation. Throughout the course, students will also acquire the ability to conduct research individually as well as the specialized knowledge in life sciences.

This course consists of the following three sections: Oncology, Regenerative Medicine, and Medical Information in Pathophysiology. It also provides lectures and seminars in basic medicine as well as clinical medicine so that students will be able to acquire both perspectives, which contribute for their future research.

Students learn about cross organs, and develop a comprehensive competency for diagnosis, physical examination skills, and basic techniques for clinical reasoning. This course focuses on statistical methods for epidemiologic ethics and clinical epidemiology as well as medical education methods to cultivate doctors who are excelled at clinical research and who work for community-based medicine.

Nursing (Master)

Our aim is to cultivate certified nurses, educators and researchers, who acquire advanced knowledge of nursing practices. Students will acquire broad knowledge and practical skills and competencies, which are the foundation of nursing, as well as research competencies in specialized areas. Research Fields ・Fundamental and Community Heath Nursing ・Adult and Gerontological Nursing ・Maternity Nursing

Graduate School of Medical Sciences Master’s Program

University of Fukui Hospital

Nursing Doctoral Programs

The University of Fukui Hospital was approved as an "Advanced Treatment Hospital" by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare in Japan. It accommodates 600 beds, 28 medical care departments, 4 central medical care facilities, and 12 special medical care facilities; and we conduct research and provide advanced and special medical care to patients.

Life Sciences Course Advanced Biomedical Sciences Course Comprehensive Community Medicine Course

Overseas Medical Training Program

The University of Fukui provides students a variety of opportunities to experience medical systems in several overseas countries.

Airlangga University

(Indonesia) [Period : approximately 2 weeks] Program content : ・Conduct research relevant to infection diseases in a team ・Present findings ・Interact with overseas medical students

13　School / Graduate School of Medical Sciences

UK Advanced Nursing Training Program

[Period : approximately 10 days] Program content : ・Visit universities and affiliated hospitals ・Take lectures and seminars on advanced nursing systems in UK

“da Vinci Si,” a surgery assistant robot “da Vinci Si” is a robot for assisting surgery made in the U.S.A, which has four arms with forceps and electric surgical knives and which can be remotely controlled. It enables surgeons to operate on even a small tumor made in the abdominal area. Moreover, an endoscope is attached to each arm, which enables surgeons to manipulate the robot by using a controller and a foot pedal while viewing a clear and enlarged 3D image of surgical fields displayed on a monitor.

International Medical Cooperation Russian patients have visited our hospital to take medical treatments. Some patients had surgical treatment in the Departments of Otorhinolaryngology-Head/Neck Surgery and Neurosurgery in the past. Furthermore, the “da Vinci Si” robotic surgery was first applied to an overseas patient in the Department of Urology in February, 2015.

School / Graduate School of Medical Sciences　14

Japanese Language Program

Japanese Language Courses

Upon enrollment, students are required to take a placement test to determine which levels of courses are suitable. Level Beginner

ner Begin ses Clas

The University of Fukui International Center offers Japanese language classes for international students, which range in level from beginner to advanced. Students are required to take a placement test upon enrollment and select a suitable class, ses. Details of the classes or more according to their level and needs from variety of classes. are as follows:

Beginner Classes There are two levels of Beginner Classes : Elementary Classes for students who are learning Japanese for the first time, and Pre-Intermediate Classes for students who have studied basic expressions and grammar. In both classes, students learn the basic Japanese that is necessary to live in Japan. Since beginners must study intensively, students in these classes take four classes a week (one class : 90 minutes). In the Elementary Classes, students learn conversational expressions, such as daily greetings and self-introductions. At the same time, they learn hiragana and katakana (Japanese phonograms) to be able to read and write simple sentences.

Intermediate Classes In the Intermediate Classes, students learn the language skills necessary for university life by developing the Japanese language skills acquired in the Beginner Classes. Accordingly, the curriculum is designed to develop reading and writing skills, as well as listening and speaking skills. In the “Reading and Writing” class, students learn how to write reports and e-mail messages. As for training for reading, students practice reading sentences of a certain length to improve their reading skills. While reading sentences about Japanese culture, students can deepen their understanding of Japan. In the “Listening and Speaking” class, conversation training is carried out through role-plays with set situations and characters, enabling students to communicate naturally and smoothly.

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Intermediate Advanced

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Level Beginner

Intermediate Advanced

Course Hour* Credit Note Japanese Elementary 4 classes/week 4 For Program A students Japanese Pre-intermediate 4 classes/week 4 For Program A students Kanji for beginners 2 1 class/week 1 For Program A students Composition for beginners 1 class/week 1 For Program A students Conversation for beginners 1 class/week 1 For Program A students Japanese Intermediate (Reading & Writing) 1 class/week 1 Japanese Intermediate (Listening & Speaking) 1 class/week 1 Japanese Advanced (Reading & Writing) 1 class/week 1 Japanese Advanced (Listening & Speaking) 1 class/week 1 * Each class is 90 minutes. The program lasts for 15 weeks. Course Hour* Credit Note Japanese Elementary 4 classes/week 4 For Program A students Japanese Pre-intermediate 4 classes/week 4 For Program A students Kanji for beginners 1 1 class/week 1 For Program A students Japanese Intermediate (Reading & Writing) 1 class/week 1 Japanese Intermediate (Listening & Speaking) 1 class/week 1 Japanese Advanced (Reading & Writing) 1 class/week 1 Japanese Advanced (Listening & Speaking) 1 class/week 1 * Each class is 90 minutes. The program lasts for 15 weeks.

JLPT Preparation Courses The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) takes place in early July and December every year. These intensive JLPT Preparation Courses will fully prepare you to take the test through comprehensive teaching and mock tests. Level Intermediate Advanced

Course JLPT N2 Prep Course JLPT N1 Prep Course

Level Intermediate Advanced

Hour* Credit Note 2 classes/week Intensive course 2 classes/week Intensive course * Each class is 90 minutes. The program is from Apr. - Jun.

Course JLPT N2 Prep Course JLPT N1 Prep Course

Hour* Credit Note 2 classes/week Intensive course 2 classes/week Intensive course * Each class is 90 minutes. The program is from Sep. - Nov.

Advanced Classes The Advanced Classes develop students’ Japanese language skills to the point where they can use the language in their own fields of study. The classes are designed to further improve reading and writing skills, as well as listening and speaking skills. In the “Listening and Speaking” class, conversation skills acquired in the Intermediate Classes are further developed. In order to maintain good relationships with others, students will learn to distinguish which expressions to use according to the person they are talking to and the situation they are in. In addition, there is a class for learning how to give a speech and how to participate in discussions of an academic nature. In the “Reading and Writing” class, students read professional reviews about Japanese culture, and novels and essays written by famous writers; they also read newspaper editorials, and other texts. They practice writing through commentaries, opinion pieces, and summaries, using expressions that are suitable for university students.

Japanese Language Proficiency Test We also offer Japanese Language Proficiency Test preparation classes for students who wish to take the N1 or N2 level test. 15　Japanese Language Program

Japanese Culture and Affairs Courses International Center also offers Japanese Culture and Affairs Courses for Japanese language learners. These courses are taught in Japanese. Level Intermediate-Advanced

Advanced Level Intermediate-Advanced Advanced

Course Japanese Affairs 2 Japanese Culture Multicultural Communication 2 Multicultural Communication 3 Applied Japanese 2

Hour* Credit Note 1 class/week 2 1 class/week 2 1 class/week 2 1 class/week 2 1 class/week 2 * Each class is 90 minutes. The program lasts for 15 weeks.

Course Japanese Affairs 1 Multicultural Communication 1 Applied Japanese 1

Hour* Credit Note 1 class/week 2 1 class/week 2 1 class/week 2 * Each class is 90 minutes. The program lasts for 15 weeks.

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Global & Community Outreach The University of Fukui has been selected as one of the leading national universities in Japan and has been granted government funding for projects offered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). As “the Center of Fukui,” we aim to develop human resources who will disseminate the best features of Fukui to the world, and contribute to local and global communities. In order to achieve this goal, we offer educational programs designed to foster professionals and experts who are capable of proposing valuable and innovative solutions for global issues with a deep understanding of history, culture, and local communities. We also sponsor various research centers where unique and state-of-the art research is conducted, utilizing their local and global networks to contribute to the development of science and technology in each field.

Go Global Japan (GGJ), FY 2012

We aim to foster Global IMAGINEERS with professional expertise, creativity, and practical skills, who can play an active roles in the global society of the 21st century.

< Plans > ・ Develop study abroad programs and overseas internship programs ・ Implement practical English education by the University of Fukui Language Center ・ Develop curriculum to attain an international standard

Center of Community Program (COC), FY 2013 The University of Fukui aims to create a hub of intellect and knowledge in the local community. We offer education and conduct research focusing on the concept of community and local development.

< Plans > ・ Design a curriculum to address and find solutions to regional issues ・ Promote active learning through hands-on learning, field work, and group discussions ・ Work on regional issues related to environment, health care, manufacturing, and nuclear power and disaster prevention in order to vitalize communities

Center of Community Program (COC+), FY 2015 We collaborate with the Fukui prefectural government, universities and colleges in Fukui, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and private companies to expand the achievements of COC.

< Plans > ・ Develop a curriculum and internship programs focusing on regional features of Fukui ・ Promote activities that will serve to develop local industries by actively engaging in the global society 17　Global & Community Outreach

Research Centers Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering ▶▶▶

Tsuruga Campus

As a center for fundamental and applied nuclear research with easy access to many nuclear facilities in southern Fukui Prefecture, the Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering (RINE) conducts research for enhanced nuclear safety, disaster prevention, and crisis management. RINE develops earthquake- and tsunami-proof nuclear systems and performs studies on swift and appropriate protection measures against radiation. RINE also promotes fundamental research in nuclear safety within the international framework through academic exchanges with its counterparts in France, USA and other countries.

Research Center for Children’s Mental Development ▶▶▶

Matsuoka Campus

Children's mental health issues, such as refusing to attend classes, social withdrawal, juvenile crimes, and their underlying problems including developmental disorders, have attracted growing attention in recent years, resulting in greater needs for doctors and educators who understand such issues and the provision of appropriate care. Founded with the purpose of shedding light on children's mental and psychological issues as well as conducting research and social activities for their treatment and support, the Research Center for Children’s Mental Development aims to provide solutions to such issues through cooperation with other universities in Japan.

Research Center for the Development of the Far-Infrared Region

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Bunkyo Campus

The Research Center for the Development of the Far-Infrared Region carries out integrated research and development on far-infrared light-terahertz waves, a newly discovered region of the electromagnetic spectrum that lies between radio waves and visible light. The center also aims to develop a novel terahertz wave generation method and a new spectroscopic technique to push forward research on biomolecule measurement, imaging, organic conductors, and semiconductors. The center has proactively promoted global research partnerships to gain increasing recognition as a global center for the research in the far-infrared region

Biomedical Imaging Research Center ▶▶▶

Matsuoka Campus

The University of Fukui has been promoting the medical use of radiation as a basic concept of the School of Medical Sciences since its foundation in 1980. To realize the mission, the Biomedical Imaging Research Center was established in 1994. The center aims to promote basic and clinical research on medical imaging by means of various non-invasive methods involving electromagnetic waves, such as X-rays and gamma rays to deepen our understanding of life. Global & Community Outreach　18

International Network

Hamburg Branch

The University of Fukui (UF) is committed to the

Beijing Branch

internationalization of the university and global

education. We have expanded its international network

Xi’an Branch

and strengthened partnerships with universities and alumni societies. Its collaborations within the

Japan Branch

international network ranges from student exchange,

Zhejiang Branch

school-led study abroad, school exchange for joint

research and projects, internship, and so on. As of

Shanghai Branch

Bangladesh Branch

February 2016, UF has 83 partner institutions in 25

Myanmar Branch

countries and regions, as well as 13 UF Alumni Society

Taiwan Branch

Thai Branch

branches in 10 countries. UF promotes and supports

Malaysia Branch

diversity and will create a truly multicultural campus in the years to come.

Korea Branch

Indonesia Branch

Mongolia

Mongolian University of Science and Technology

Vietnam

ASIA India

National Institute of Miners' Health

Bangladesh

Khulna University of Engineering & Technology

Thailand

King Mongkut's Unversity of Technology Thonburi Sripatum University Assumption University Kasetsart University Central Chest Institute of Thailand Rajamangala University of Technology Isan, 　Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Thammasat University, Institute of East Asian Studies Chandrakasem Rajabhat University, 　Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences College of Asian Scholars Srinakharinwirot University, Faculty of Engineering Chulalongkorn Universit, Faculty of Arts

Malaysia

University of Malaya

Indonesia

University of Indonesia Syiah Kuala University Universitas Halu Oleo

Philippines

University of the Philippines, National Institute 　of Physics De La Salle University, College of Science

Korea

Dong-A University Yeungnam University, College of Engineering Yonsei University, College of Engineering Pukyong National University, the College of Engineering Pusan National University, the College of Education Sungkyunkwan University, College of Engineering Seoul National University, Center for THz-Bio 　Application Systems 19　International Network

Vietnam International Education Development of the 　Ministry of Education and Training Electric Power University The University of Danang Central Electric Power College

University names in blue letters : university-level exchange agreement University names in black letters : school-level exchange agreement ▼ The University of Fukui Alumni Society (UFAS) Branches

EUROPE

China

Xi'an International Studies University Xi'an University of Technology Zhejiang University Beijing Information Science & Technology University Zhejiang Sci-Tech University Nanchang Hangkong University Jiangnan University Soochow University Donghua University Shenyang Normal University Tianjin University of Science and Technology Wuhan University of Science and Technology University of Shanghai for Science and Technology Lanzhou Jiaotong University, School of Mechatronic 　Engineering Xi'an Jiaotong University, School of Nuclear Science & 　Technology Shaoxing People's Hospital Lanzhou Jiaotong University School of Electronic & 　Information Engineering/Automatization & Electric 　Engineering Tianjin Polytechnic University Inner Mongolia University of Technology University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, 　the Institute of Plasma Physics Southeast University, Department of Power Engineering Shanghai Normal University

Germany MIDDLE

EAST

Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Medicine

UAE

Ittihad University

Uganda

Makerere University, Faculty of Medicine

OCEANIA Australia

University of Sydney, School of Physics

NORTH

AMERICA Canada

University of Ottawa, Faculty of Medicine

United States of America

Rutgers University Clemson University The University of Findlay Washington University Medical Center, 　Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology

SOUTH

France

Textile and Chemical Institute of Lyon University of Maine

Poland

AFRICA

University of Macau National Yunlin University of Science and Technology Fu Jen Catholic University National Taiwan University of Science and Technology National Tsing Hua University, College of Engineering National Tsing Hua University, Tsing Hua 　Optoelectronics Research Interdisciplinary Center

NEAR

Turkey

Macau

Taiwan

AND

University of Hamburg, Faculty of Humanities, 　Asia-Africa-Institute The Institute for Pulsed Power and Microwave 　Technology of Karlsruhe Research Center University of Stuttgart, Institute of Plasma Research

AMERICA Peru

San Marcos National University, Faculty of 　Engineering Geology, Mining, Metallurgy 　and Geographic (FEGMMG)

Warsaw University of Technology, Faculty of 　Chemical and Process Engineering

Bulgaria

The Bulgarian Academy of Science, Institute of 　 Electronics

Russia

Russian Academy of Sciences, Institute of Applied Physics Russian Academy of Sciences, Siberian Branch, the 　Scientific-Technical Center of Microtechnologies 　of the D.V. Efremov Institute of Electrophysical 　Apparatus Institute of Physics Russian Academy of Medical Sciences, Siberian 　Branch, State Establishment Scientific Center of 　Reconstructive and Restorative Surgery, Russian Academy of Sciences, Kazan Scientific Centre

Latvia

University of Latvia, Institute of Solid State Physics

OTHERS

CONSORTIUM

The Post Fukushima European Japanese Exchange Project in Nuclear Education and Training (EUJEP2) University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific (UMAP) International Network　20

Global Presence

Student Mobility

The University of Fukui strives to develop a global presence through various approaches.

The University of Fukui aims to provide study abroad opportunities that are beneficial to all students.

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OUTBOUND

Student Mobility

Short - term Overseas Training Program

We have been actively engaging in student mobility between the University of Fukui and overseas universities and higher education institutions. We offer diverse opportunities to study abroad for our students and rewarding experiences for visiting students at our university, including granting advantages, such as tuition fee exemption and credit transfer, based on academic agreements with partner institutions.

We offer six types of short-term Overseas training programs which are mostly for 1 week to 3 months. Each program focuses on: 1) language learning, 2) cultural experience and communication, 3) global generic skills, 4) academic expertise, 5) practicum and internship, and 6) research and publications. Students are able to select the most suitable program to join considering their academic needs, foreign language skills, and future careers. The number of students studying abroad is increasing year by year. Since FY 2013, more than 200 students participate in our study abroad programs and exchange programs every year.

We support domestic and international students to study abroad or at the University of Fukui by providing necessary and sufficient information, offering assistance on application procedures and preparation, and giving orientation sessions in order to have safe and fruitful experiences at their prospective destinations without any concerns or problems. We also aim to increase the number of partner universities to expand our international network and to promote students from all over the world to be involved in international exchange with us.

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Research Collaboration

We present our distinctive research to the world by conducting collaborative research, exchanging researchers, and attending international conferences and workshops. We actively collaborate, both internationally and domestically, with universities, institutes, and private companies in order to enhance our global competitiveness.

This enables us to provide efficient educational opportunities abroad. International students who meet requirements can also participate in the programs.

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2013

2014

2015

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Example of Short - term Overseas Training Program King Mongkut's Institute of Technology : 2 weeks Together with students from ASEAN countries, China, Taiwan, and Japan, students can improve their foreign language skills, communication skills, and cross-cultural understanding through language lessons, visits to cultural sites and service learning activities. In the second week, group of students visit primary schools in rural areas of Thailand to teach languages and play with children. University of Malaya and other Asian universities : 2 weeks

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Educational Development

The University of Fukui pursues quality education in accordance with global standards. For this purpose, our board members, faculty, and staff regularly visit leading universities abroad to learn their education systems. As one of the outcomes, in 2013, the University of Fukui invited the director of the FD center at Brown University (USA) to conduct week-long sessions of class observations, workshops with students, and discussion sessions with board members. We implement quality assurance of our education and internationalization of our curriculum for all schools to foster competent experts.

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Latest information on international education

Higher education and the environment surrounding universities are dramatically changing along with the progress of globalization of the world. In order to keep up with the change, we obtain information related to trends in higher education by attending international and domestic educational conferences. We apply the latest information for improving curriculum, student services, and study abroad programs in order to enhance the quality of our education. 21　Global Presence

Each student is assigned to laboratories specializing in bio devices, nanomaterials, cellular engineering, environmental materials, and computer simulation. They engage in discussions with local students who have knowledge and backgrounds in different areas of specialization. Through academic activities, students gain a deeper understanding and new awareness in the field of their academic specialty.

Exchange Programs We encourage our students to study abroad as exchange students at our partner universities, or at universities participating in University Mobility in Asia and Pacific (UMAP) all over the world. Students can learn a foreign language, take courses in English or local languages, and do research for a semester or a year. The exchange program is organized to operate on a reciprocal basis. In accordance with academic agreements with partner universities, we exchange a certain number of students for the same study period on the basis of mutual tuition waiver. Through exchange programs, we accept outstanding students from all over the world to enroll in our distinctive programs, while providing our students with opportunities to obtain a world-class education at overseas universities and to contribute to the enhancement of the quality of education globally. Student Mobility - Outbound　22

INBOUND

JASSO Scholarship Opportunity The Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) scholarship may be available if the programs are granted. The scholarship amount is 80,000 JPY/month (subject to change).

Exchange Programs Students from our partner universities can study at the University of Fukui as exchange students for 6 or 12 months. There are two exchange programs, A and B, as follows:

Study in ENGLISH

Study in JAPANESE

Accomodation There are two university dormitories for exchange students. Please see pp.26 for details. Dormitory rooms are preferentially assigned to exchange students. However, due to the limited number of rooms, there is no guarantee that a room will be provided for all students wishing to live in a dormitory.

Course List for Program A

Program A Program Outline

Program B

One-year program for students who do not have Japanese proficiency and who will take courses or receive research instruction in English.

Program for students who already have high proficiency in Japanese.

Undergraduate students

Undergraduate students

Take Common Courses (Japanese language and Japanese affairs courses), and Specialized Courses in Culture and Society field, and five fields in Engineering. There are also year-round "Special Research" courses in which students receive research guidance from their supervisors to complete their graduation thesis. (*See pp.24 for course list. )

Take regular courses with Japanese students. Students can choose from liberal arts courses as well as specialized courses of the School of Education, Engineering, and Global and Community Studies. Graduate students

Receive research instruction in English, in the fields of education or engineering. No credit given.

Take regular master’s courses offered by each graduate school with Japanese students. Graduate students can also enroll as research students and conduct research without taking courses. No credit given to research students.

Admission

October

April and October

Program term

12 months

6 months / 12 months

Graduate students

Language requirement

TOEFL PBT 500 / iBT 61 or its equivalent

Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N2 or above

Application deadline

End of April

April admission ➡ End of October October admission ➡ End of April

Exchange Students in Data 2010 S* Program A Program B

F*

2011 S

F

2012 S

2013

F

S

F

2014 S

2015

F

S

F

Education

5

1

3

5

1

0

Engineering

18

16

19

17

19

23

Education

10

3

11

7

16

11

17

10

18

13

22

16

Engineering

1

1

3

1

1

1

1

0

2

0

2

1

S*: Spring semester　　F*: Fall semester

The number of incoming exchange students is increasing every year. We received students from five countries and regions in the FY 2015. We will continue our efforts to diversify our students' nationalities and create a truly multicultural environment on our campus.

Tuition Waiver

SPECIALIZED COURSE GROUP - Taught in English F

British and American Literature II

F

Introduction to Cryptology

F

Comprehensive English Communication 2

F

Vector Analysis

F

German-Japanese Translation 2

F

Lasers and Their Applications

S

British and American Literature I

F

Image Processing

S

British and American Literature III

F

Mathematics in Communications

S

German-Japanese Translation 1

S

Condensed Matter Physics

Y

Special Research on Culture and Society

S

Neural Network

F

Control, Systems Engineering and Mechatronics

S

Signal Processing

F

Strength of Materials

S

Analog Electronic Circuits

F

Fluid Engineering

S

Signal Processing and Filters

F

Advanced C Programming Exercise

S

Numerical Linear Computation

S

Engineering Material and Design

Y

Special Research on Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering

S

Thermal and Energy Engineering

F

Inorganic Materials Chemistry

S

Dynamics in Engineering

F

Kinetics of Radical Polymerization in Dispersed Media

S

Control Engineering

F

Introduction to Polymer Reaction Engineering

S

Science and Culture of "Budo"

F

Polymer Structure

S

Neural Signaling

F

Polymer Science

S

Science of Form

F

Fiber and Polymer Processing

Y

Special Research on Mechanical and System Engineering

F

Principles of Instrumental Analysis

F

Regional Planning

F

Applied Microbiology–Research for Undergraduates

F

Transportation Planning

S

Physical Chemistry of Polymers

F

Structural Mechanics I and Exercise

S

Total Synthesis of Natural Products

S

Architectural Planning

S

College Biochemistry

S

Residential Environment Planning

S

Bioengineering

S

Architectural Environmental Engineering

Y

Special Research on Materials Science and Biotechnology

S

Structural Mechanics II and Exercise

F

Physics of Magnetism

S

Earthquake Engineering

S

Applied Mathematics

Y

Special Research on Architecture and Civil Engineering

Special Research on Applied Physics

COMMON COURSE GROUP - Taught in Japanese

Student Status at the University of Fukui

Tuition

Special Auditing Student with credit

14,800 JPY x Total credits registered

Special Research Student with no credit (Only Graduate Student)

163,800 JPY x Total semester enrolled

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Y

■ Culture and Society field ■ Mechanical and System Engineering field ■ Electrical, Electronics and Computer Engineering field　 ■ Architecture and Civil Engineering field ■ Materials Science and Biotechnology field ■ Applied Physics field

F/S Japanese Pre-intermediate Class

For a student who receives research instruction for two semesters: 2 semesters x @163,800 = 327,600 JPY

Physics of Semiconductor Devices

Comprehensive English Communication 1

Students from partner universities will be exempted from paying both admission and tuition fees at the University of Fukui, under the student exchange agreement. The exemption is, however, limited to the number of students prescribed in the agreement. Students who are accepted outside of the agreement will be exempted from paying the admission fee, but must pay tuition as follows: Example For a student who registers 7courses (2 credits each) in one semester: 14 credits x @14,800 = 207,200 JPY/ semester

F

F

F

Japanese Elementary Class

F

Kanji for beginners 1

F/S Japanese Intermediate Class

S

Composition for beginners

F/S Japanese Advanced Class

S

Conversation for beginners

S

Kanji for beginners 2

F

Japanese Affairs 1

F

Multicultural Communication 1

S

Japanese Affairs 2

S

Multicultural Communication 2

S

Japanese Culture

F S

S

Applied Japanese 1

[ Mandatory Course ]

Applied Japanese 2

F: Offered in fall semester

Multicultural Communication 3

F

S: Offiered in spring semester

Traditional Industries

Y: Year-round course (fall - spring)

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Student Life & Activities

L

anguage Center

D

Bunkyo Campus

There are 2 dormitories located within 5-minute walk from the campus. There are a local train station and supermarket near the dormitories. - UF Student Dormitory: 209 single rooms (5,700 JPY／month) - Overseas Student House: 35 rooms (single, couple, family) (8,900 JPY／month for single room)

English instructors, possessing qualifications such as master or doctoral degrees in TESOL, equip students with high quality “practical English” and improve their communication ability.

Student Coordinators (SCs), who have studied abroad, and international students answer questions about studying overseas and how to brush up one’s English ability. In addition, the following events are carried out: ･ Lunch event ･ Brown bag Lunch seminar ･ Chat event ･ Star Festival event ･ Halloween event ･ Christmas event

ormitory

Matsuoka Campus

The Language development Center (LDC) is a state-of-the-art self-access center and is equipped with more than 1000 educational DVDs and more than 2500 books for language study, so that individuals and groups can study foreign languages independently. Japanese language materials are included in the collection of mostly English language materials.

There is a student dormitory on campus. -International House: 16 rooms (single, couple, family) (monthly 5,900 yen for single room)

L

ife In Fukui

[ Overseas Student House ]

Living in Fukui is relatively affordable compared to larger cities in Japan. There are many apartments located around each campus, and monthly rents are fairly reasonable.

Monthly expense

C

afeteria

Popular menu

University cafeteria provides various kinds of menu for reasonable prices. Bunkyo Campus

- Ajisai: open 8:10 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. 　 (closed on Sundays) Matsuoka Campus

hops

Bunkyo and Matsuoka campuses have shops where you can buy ready-to-eat food, snacks, drinks, stationery goods, magazines, etc. to support student life. There is also a book store at the Bunkyo campus.

Shop PLUM

Book Shop Asuwa

Zhang Mingda

Rent (dormitory)* Utility Food Daily products Mobile phone Insurance Others

9,000 JPY 4,000 JPY 30,000 JPY 1,000 JPY 2,000 JPY 2,000 JPY 2,000 JPY

Total

50,000 JPY

* Rent for apartments range between 20,000 and 30,000 JPY／month.

- Cafeteria PLUM: open 11:00 a.m. - 13:30 p.m. (closed on Saturdays and Sundays)

S

[ UF Student Dormitory ]

C

lub Activities

There are 74 clubs and associations at Bunkyo campus (43 athletic and 31 cultural). There are 42 clubs at Matsuoka campus (22 athletic and 20 cultural).

Shop Manten

Exchange Student from Lanzhou Jiaotong University, China Life in Fukui is really comfortable. The air is fresh, water is clean, and transportation is convenient. The living cost is not so high compared to larger cities in Japan, though cooking ingredients are rather expensive. I also enjoy the space in my dormitory because I don’t have to share a room with others like I did in my home university in China. On weekends, I like to take a walk to the Asuwa River or take a train from the nearby station to Mikuni beach area. Fukui is a relaxing and easy city to live in.

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ctivities for International Students April Orientation for new international students August Summer camp September Orientation for new international students

T

utors

Just

renoveted!

Matsuoka Campus

Bunkyo Campus

H

Doctors, nurse, public health nurse, and counselors are available to support both mental and physical health of students.

ealth Administration Center

S

tudent Support and Counseling Office

Students can visit the Student Support and Counseling Office for any reasons, from getting lost on campus to personal and academic problems.

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Bunkyo Campus

If it is the first time for an international student to come to Japan or if a student has lived in Japan for less than one year, he/she can be assigned a tutor who provides information and assistance to adjust to life in Japan. Throughout the semester, tutors also provide academic support, such as giving guidance on experiments and learning Japanese. Please visit and advice the International Affairs Division if you wish to have a tutor.

December One-day trip to Kyoto January Get-together party with school members and staff & Ski trip

C

ommunity Activities

International students have many opportunities to participate in on- and off-campus activities organized by local international associations, community centers, and high schools. Such information is regularly distributed to students via email.

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Admission Guide for Degree-Seeking Students Information for Admission

Admission Fee and Tuition

The admission schedule for privately financed international students is as follows:

Students are required to pay tuition and other fees by the deadline. If tuition and other fees are revised before admission or during your studies, revised amounts shall be applied from the date of revision.

Admission Schedule 【Undergraduate】

Engineering PFIS*

Global and Community Studies PFIS*

PFIS* (Pre-Arrival Entrance Exam)

Publication of Application Guidelines

October

June

Capacity

A few students

A few students

Admission period

End of January

End of October

Examination

Early February

Mid November

Notification of Acceptance

February

Early December

Admission Procedures

Early March

School Fee

(as of 2015) Student Status at the University of Fukui Degree Seeking Students

Undergraduate

Non Degree Seeking Students ■ ■

Early March *PFIS = Privately Financed International Student

【Graduate】

Engineering (Master) Special Admission for International Students

GEPIS Oct./Apr. Admission (Pre-Arrival Entrance Exam)

Publication of Application Guidelines

Mid May

Capacity

Engineering (Doctoral) Special Admission for International Students

GEP for R&D Oct./Apr. Admission (Pre-Arrival Entrance Exam)

December

October

December

Please refer to the application guideline

A few students

Please refer to the application guideline

A few students

Admission period

End of August

Early April / Mid October

End of August

Early April / Mid October

Examination

Around September 5th

－

Around September 5th

－

Notification of Acceptance

2 weeks after the examination

End of May / End of November

2 weeks after the examination

End of May / End of November

Admission Procedures

Mid November

End of September / End of March

End of September / Mid November

End of September / End of March

The examination schedule is subject to change. See the admission information on our website for details. Note that the School and Graduate School of Education, and the School and Graduate School of Medical Sciences do not have any examination specifically designed for international students, so all students, both Japanese and international, follow the same admission procedures. For more details on admission information, see the following webpage, or contact our Admissions Division (email: [email protected]): http://www.u-fukui.ac.jp/eng/admission_information/schools.html http://www.u-fukui.ac.jp/~nyushi/admission_sect/index.html

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( JPY ) Application fee

Admission fee

Tuition fee

*17,000

282,000

267,900 / semester

30,000

282,000

267,900 / semester

Research Students

9,800

84,600

29,700 / month

Credit Students

9,800

28,200

14,800 / credit

Graduate

Notwithstanding the above amounts, the examination fee for transfer or re-enrollment is 30,000 JPY. The first semester (spring semester) tuition fee shall be paid in April and the second semester (fall semester) tuition fee in October, in principle.

Exemption from Admission Fee and Tuition Students enrolled in schools or graduate schools, who are experiencing financial hardship and have an excellent academic record, may be exempted from the payment of admission and tuition fees in accordance with the support system for exemption and suspension of payment of admission and tuition fees. This system is applied only to degree seeking students. ■ ■

The application deadline for admission fee payment exemption is the first day of the admission procedure period. The application period for tuition payment exemption is in March for the first semester (April for new students and in September for the second semester).

Scholarships Privately-financed international students have various opportunities to obtain private scholarships after admission. Those information will be posted on the university information board on campus. For details, please ask the staff of International Affairs Division (IAD).

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Career & Employment Support The University of Fukui provides students with employment support through various activities, for both domestic and international students. These activities include: the provision of employment information and guidance, simulated interviews, briefings about companies and career counseling, etc. Our university students’ employment rate has ranked No.1 among Japanese national university corporations with multiple schools for the fast eight years in a row. In addition, we have employment support programs for international students who wish to work in Japan, and provide seminars and counseling for individual students. As a result, many of our international students have found employment in Japan.

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The University of Fukui strongly inspired me to become an excellent teacher. I studied in the University of Fukui from 2007-2009 as a teacher training student. My major was Science Education. I will never forget the dedication and compassion of my Japanese professors. I would like to show my respect and salute all of them for making me a better person and a better teacher. After the training, I went back to my home country and worked as a teacher for about 5 years. Currently, I am working in Corpus Christi, Texas, US as a middle school science teacher. The strategies and methods I learned at the University of Fukui help me a lot. I hope to return to Fukui to visit the university that helped me become a great teacher. Thank you so much, the University of Fukui.

■ Present affiliation : Service on Neurosurgery, Rosales National Hospital (University of EI Salvador) ■ Major at the University of Fukui : Biomedical Science, Graduate School of Medical Science (2009-2014) ■ Nationality : El Salvador I graduated from the University of El Salvador and now I am a physician. Upon finishing neurosurgical training in 2008, I applied for a Japanese government scholarship program (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) and moved to Fukui Prefecture in April 2009. The University of Fukui gave me an opportunity not only to receive the training I was seeking as a fellow in spine surgery in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, but also to become a regular student of the university and obtain my PhD in Advanced Biomedical Sciences. After graduating and moving back home in April 2014, I started my private practice and was recently admitted to our national neurosurgical society. I am also an honorary staff member of the neurosurgery department where I graduated from, performing spine surgery for our patients with low incomes and no insurance, while supporting the research projects and graduation theses of new residents.

■ Present affiliation : Yamaha Motor Co.,Ltd. ■ Major at the University of Fukui : Mechanical Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering (2012-2014) ■ Nationality : China

Bao Zhenlong

I graduated from the University of Fukui with a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Now I am working for Yamaha Motor Co.,Ltd. as an engine development engineer. My research topic was metal fatigue. I learned a lot through research at the university and had an opportunity to go to London to present my research paper. The University of Fukui focuses on English education and overseas study. I had the opportunity to be the first student assistant, and performed many activities related to English education, which enabled me to meet various people. All of these experiences broadened my viewpoint immensely and allowed me to grow as a person. These experiences were also valuable for my job. I am enjoying my work, and my dreams are becoming a reality.

Zhao Siyu

■ Present affiliation : Maeda Kosen Co., Ltd. ■ Major at the University of Fukui : Department of Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology, Faculty of Engineering (2011-2015) ■ Nationality : Vietnam

Nguyen Van Vuong

After graduating from a Japanese language school in Tokyo, I entered the University of Fukui (UF) because I learned that the UF student employment rate is ranked No.1 among Japanese national university corporations with multiple schools. I entered the Department of Applied Chemistry and Biotechnology, gained a lot of knowledge, and conducted chemical experiments taught by dedicated instructors. Thanks to them, I enjoyed studying every day. The knowledge I acquired at the UF is useful in my present work. Now I am working for a manufacturer and I use the knowledge I obtained about chemical components and experiments to develop high quality products. Now I think that I made the right choice in selecting the UF. The university openly accepts international students and, due to its strong connection with private companies, UF graduate-students can find work easily. I am working hard to contribute to society, feeling proud that I was a student of the UF.

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14. Extracurricular Activities Building 15. Center for Information Initiative (CII) 16. Student Commons / Language Center/ Global Hub/ International Affairs Division 17. Student Service Center / 　 Food Service and Stores 18. Engineering Building No.1-1 19. International Center Branch 20. Engineering Building No.1-2 21. Engineering Building No.1-3 22. Engineering Building No.4 (West) 23. Engineering Building No.4 (East) 24. Science Tower I 25. East Gate

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■ Present affiliation : Senior Student of Xi’an International Studies University ■ Major at the University of Fukui : Exchange student in the Faculty of Education and Regional Studies (2014-2015) ■ Nationality : China I studied at the University of Fukui for one year from October 2014 to September 2015. In order to obtain a lot of knowledge, I studied not only subjects related to Japan, such as “Japanese History” and “Introduction to Japanese Literature,” but also other fields such as “Educational Psychology” and “Multicultural Communication.” As I came to understand the Japanese perspective of the world, I feel I was able to expand my viewpoint in the one year. My parents took care of me in China, but in Japan I began an independent life, and had to solve problems by myself. Gradually, I became accustomed to cooking meals and living in Japan. I thought I should stay strong; even though I stumbled, I got up and moved forward, wiping away the tears. I was an international student supporter while I was at the University of Fukui. I helped international students who could not speak Japanese, and helped them get used to living in Japan. When they smiled, my world became bright. I not only became a year older, but also gained a lot to enrich my mind during this year.

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■ Present affiliation : Cullen Place Middle School ■ Major at the University of Fukui : Teacher Training Student, Graduate School of Education (2007-2009) ■ Nationality : Philippines

Alexander R. Guerrero, M.D.,PhD.

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Access

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New Chitose Airport

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［　Transportation　］ Tokyo - Komatsu (1 hour by air) Tokyo - Fukui (3 hours and a half by train) Nagoya - Fukui (1 hour and 40 minutes by train / 2 hours and 50 minutes by bus) Osaka - Fukui (1 hour and 50 minutes by train / 3 hours and a half by bus) Komatsu - Fukui (1 hour by shuttle bus)

Bunkyo Campus

Matsuoka Campus Matsuoka Station

Fukui Station

Tsuruga Campus Tsuruga Station

Bunkyo Campus

— School of Education / School of Engineering / School of Global and Community Studies 3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture 910-8507, Japan Tel: +81-776-23-0500

Matsuoka Campus

— School of Medical Sciences 23-3 Matsuoka Shimoaizuki, Eiheiji-cho, Yoshida-gun, Fukui Prefecture 910-1193, Japan Tel: +81-776-61-3111

Tsuruga Campus

— Research Institute of Nuclear Engineering 1-2-4 Kanawa-cho, Tsuruga City, Fukui Prefecture 914-0055, Japan Tel: +81-770-25-0021

http://www.u-fukui.ac.jp/eng/ Second Edition-June 2016