STUDY AT KUMAMOTO UNIVERSITY

STUDY AT KUMAMOTO UNIVERSITY

Handbook for International Students

This “Handbook for International Students” was published for Kumamoto University international students to have a successful campus life in Kumamoto.

Handbook for International Students

Handbook for International Students

        1. About Kumamoto Universit（2.4MB）
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        2. International Student Classification and Student Fees（990KB）
        3. Scholarships/Student Fee Exemption（4.8MB）
          • Scholarships
          • Admission Fee / Tuition Fee Exemption
        4. Japanese Language Courses（1.8MB）
        5. Procedures for Entering and Residing in Japan（1.5MB）
        6. Daily Life　
          　（1 – 5）
          1. Kumamoto University International House
          2. Student Dormitory
          3. Private Housing, Public Housing
          4. Institution Endorsement, Comprehensive Renter’s Insurance
          5. Garbage
          　（6 – 10）
          1. National Health Insurance / National Pension System
          2. Personal Accident Insurance for Student Pursuing Education and Research / Other Insurance
          3. The Kumamoto University International Student Support Association / Liaison Office for International Students
          4. Sudden Illness or Serious Injury
          5. Natural Disasters
          　（11 – 15）
          1. Emergency
          2. Internet and Mobile Phone
          3. Transportation
          4. Bicycle, Car, Motorcycles
          5. Shopping / Manners and Customs
        7. Campus Life（3.9MB）
          • Student ID
          • Course Registration / Certificate Issuance
          • Club Activities / Tutor System
        8. Part-Time Job / Job Hunting in Japan（2MB）
        9. Other Visa and Status of Residence（9.1MB）
          • Extension of Period of Stay / Permit for Part-time Employment
          • Certificate of Eligibility (to apply for “Student” visa)
          • Change of Status
          • Visa for Visiting or Bringing One’s Family
          • Temporary Return / Holiday Leave
          • Procedures of Leaving Japan and After Graduation
        10. Facilities（7.2MB）
          • International Student Office and Center for International Education
          • University Libraries / Computer Rooms
          • Health Care Center
          • Campus Map
        11. Contact Information of Campus（310KB）

 　

　

Information and Announcements from the University

          • The Bulletin Board — In principle, notices to students will be posted on the bulletin boards of the International Student Office and the faculty offices. Please check on a regular basis so that you will not miss any important information.
          • Online Schedule and Bulletin Board System — Notifications of cancellations and supplements of classes, announcements from the University, information about scholarships will be notified by e-mail to your registered e-mail address.

In addition, we also post various information to international students. Please check the following places frequently.

      • The International Student Office (2nd floor of General Education Building)
      • Center for International Education
      • The International Student Office Facebook