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Regular Course
The Regular Course is designed for students who intend to go on to Japanese colleges, universities and graduate schools, and for students who want to develop their Japanese proficiency to an extremely higher level. KICL offers a 2-year program (commencing in April) and a 1.5-year program (commencing in October), advancing in level every term (6 months). The program may also be completed in six months or one year, depending on the student’s proficiency. At each level, the course of study includes classes tailored to each student’s level of proficiency, as well as classes for certificate purposes. Course includes preparatory classes for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test and preparatory classes for the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU)
Requirements for application
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Applicants must have completed at least 12 years of education abroad and be at least eighteen years of age. |
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Qualifications judged equivalent by Kyoto Institute of Culture and Language. |
Period of Program
1.5 years, 2 years
*Enrollment for one term (6 months) is possible
Start of classes
Twice a year in April and October
Application Period
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Applying from abroad
First Term:September 1 – November 13, 2009
Second Term: March 1 – May 14, 2010 |
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Applying in Japan
First Term: October 1, 2009 – February 26, 2010
Second Term: May 6 – August 27, 2010 |
- If applicants are abroad, they should follow the procedure “Applying from Abroad” below.
- If applicants currently resides in Japan, and does not require a change in visa status (e.g. Spouse of Child of Japanese National, Dependent, etc.) they should follow the procedure “Applying in Japan”.
- If applicants need to change their status of residence, should check with KICL during the application period of the “Applying in Japan”. However, if applicants are staying in Japan on the “Temporary Visitor” (for the purpose of sightseeing, visiting relatives, etc.), an application for changing status of residence is not permitted. Applicants should follow the procedure “Applying from Abroad”.
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Number of Students
320 students (18 students per class, maximum)
Class Hours
9:00 – 12:30, Mon. – Fri. (5 days a week)
Many elective classes are available in the afternoon.
Term Schedule
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First Term
Placement Test
Class Starts
Summer Vacation
Class Reopening
Class Ends |
April 1
April 8
July 15 - August 22
August 23
September 24 |
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Second Term
Placement Test
Class Starts
Winter Vacation
Class Reopening
Class Ends |
October 4
October 12
December 18 – January 5
January 6
March 11 |
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Educational Content and Goals
Classes are divided into levels in accordance with the students’ abilities and enthusiasm. The duration of each level course is 6 months.
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Educational Content and Objectives |
Remarks |
| Listening・Speaking |
Reading・Writing |
| Basic |
Students learn basic grammar and vocabulary, and develop the their speaking and listening abilities to enable them to carry out their daily activities. |
Students develop the ability to read and write sentences concerning familiar topics.
* Students learn both the Hiragana and Katakana syllabaries, and about 500 kanji.
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Classes Available during First and
Second Terms
After successful completion, students continue to Intermediate
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| Lower Intermediate |
In addition to brushing up their basic grammar and vocabulary, students learn a wide variety of new expressions, and develop their speaking and listening abilities to a level which will enable them to easily carry out their daily activities. |
Students develop the ability to read and write sentences concerning daily topics, and to a certain extent, basic social issues.
*Students learn about 800 kanji.
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Classes Available during First and
Second Terms
After successful completion, students continue to Intermediate, or to Advanced Level 1
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| Intermediate |
Using the Japanese that they learned in the Basic level as a base, students learn still more, higher level vocabulary and expressions, and develop their speaking and listening abilities to a level which will enable them to carry on well-organized and developed conversations. |
Students move away from familiar topics, and learn to read sentences concerning more difficult themes. They also learn to write about their thoughts and opinions concerning these themes.
*Students learn about 1000 kanji.
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Classes Available during First and
Second Terms
After successful completion, students continue to Advanced Level 1
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| Advanced Level 1 |
In addition to Japanese language textbooks, simple news programs, TV dramas, and short stories are used as text materials.
Students develop their listening and speaking abilities to a level which will enable them to discuss social themes and rather specialized subjects.
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Students learn to read long sentences which require a basic understanding of general knowledge, and learn to write about their thoughts and opinions concerning the content.
*Students learn about 1500 kanji.
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Classes Available during First and
Second Terms
After successful completion, students continue to Advanced Level 2, or graduate
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| Advanced Level 2 |
Materials prepared for educational purposes are no longer used, and instead actual news articles, TV programs and movies, critical essays and reviews, and novels are primarily used as text materials.
Students develop their listening and speaking abilities to a level which will enable them to comprehend current topics and problems, as well as specialized lectures, and give their own presentations or debate about the content.
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Students develop the ability to accurately read sentences pertaining to subjects and themes about which they have little or no knowledge, and learn to write reports or critical essays concerning the content.
*Students learn about 2000 kanji.
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Classes Available during Second
Term Only
Students graduate after successful completion
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| Class Composition：
Students will be placed in classes in accordance with their results on a placement test (written test and interview) which is administered upon their enrollment.
During the placement test students will be evaluated not only on their knowledge of Japanese (grammar and vocabulary),
but also on their ability to effectively use the language. |
| Evaluation and Advancement：
Students will be evaluated through periodic tests, daily performance, and attendance.
Advancement and graduation will be determined by their overall evaluation, based on these scores.
Students with poor evaluations will not be allowed to advance, and in severe cases may not be allowed to continue their studies. |
| Graduation Requirements：
Students who have been enrolled for more than 6 months,
and who successfully complete the Second Term (fall term) of Advanced Level 1 will be granted graduation status of 1.5-year curriculum.
Students who complete Advanced Level 2 will be granted graduation status of our 2-year course. |
| Elective Courses：
In addition to their regular classes, students can select and study in the following courses, in accordance with on their levels and goals: |
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＊Students will be informed of registration procedures after enrollment. |
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EJU (Examination for Japanese University) preparation: Mathematics, General Studies, Physics, Chemistry, Biology |
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Level 1 and Level 2 of the Japanese Proficiency Test |
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Cultural Understanding: Novels, Japanese history, The culture of Kyoto, Business Japanese |
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Preparatory Class for Entrance into College and University Courses in Art and Design
Who can apply…
Regular Course students at KICL wishing to continue their studies in the field of art and design at schools such as Kyoto University of Art and Design.
Students wishing to take this course are required above the Basic level in the Regular Course.
Period of Study
April to December, 2010
Class hours
13:00 - 17:00 (4 days a week)
Course Content
Drawing, Basics in Design, 3-Dimensional Composition, Basics in Computer Graphics
Instruction
Instructors from Kyoto University of Art and Design
Tuition
¥170,000 (does not include cost of materials)
2010 Schedule
First Term |
Second Term |
Month |
Event |
Month |
Event |
Apr |
Orientation |
Oct |
Orientation |
Placement Test (Apr. 1) |
Placement Test (Oct. 4) |
Classes Begin (Apr. 8) |
Classes Begin (Oct. 12) |
Individual Interviews |
Individual Interviews |
May |
Excursion |
Nov |
Health Examination |
Health Examination |
Excursion (Basic & Intermediate levels) |
Advancement Explanations *
(Intermediate & Advanced levels)
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Advancement Explanations * (Intermediate & Advanced levels) |
Jun |
Midterm Tests |
Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) |
Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU) |
Individualized Advancement Guidance |
Advancement Explanations
(Basic level) |
Dec |
Japanese Language Proficiency Test |
Extra-curricular Activity |
Midterm Tests |
Jul |
Sports Day |
Advancement Explanations * (Basic level) |
Advancement Explanations * (Intermediate & Advanced levels) |
Advancement Explanations * (Intermediate & Advanced levels) |
TOEFL Test Explanations |
Extra-curricular Activity |
Individual Interviews |
Individual Interviews |
Individualized Advancement Guidance |
Winter Vacation starts (Dec. 20) |
Extra-curricular Activity |
Jan |
Classes Resume (Jan.6) |
Summer Vacation starts (Jul. 15) |
Individualized Advancement Guidance |
Aug |
Classes Resume (Aug. 23) |
Feb |
Speech Contest |
School Recommendation Explanations (Intermediate & Advanced levels) |
School Recommendation Explanations (Intermediate & Advanced levels) |
Japanese Language Proficiency Test Guidance |
Extra-curricular Activity |
Sep |
Extra-curricular Activity |
Final Tests |
Final Tests |
Mar |
Extra-curricular Activity |
Class ends (Sep. 24)
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School Trip (Advanced level) |
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Class ends (Mar. 10) |
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Commencement Ceremony (Mar. 11) |
* Advancement Explanation: Explanations for students who wish to go to the next stage of education.
Application Form(regular) Download
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Guide for Japanese Language Course
