【Now Accepting】Tips for promoting support for international students seen in the case of Osaka University!　”Seminar on Sharing Case Studies”

“I want to know about the internationalization efforts of other universities.”
“We need to promote support for international students, but there is no hint of what to do.”
“I would like to know practical examples of international student support, such as life counseling and employment support for science and graduate students.”
“I want to connect with international student support staff at other universities.”

This is a seminar that is especially recommended for such people.

~From Yorozu Consultation to Career Support~ Examples of Multifaceted Initiatives to Support International Students at Osaka University (Sharing Seminar on Examples of Initiatives for Internationalization of Member Universities in FY2025)

Osaka University is home to more than 2,700 international students.
Consultation on daily life and psychology, career support, exchange events, and community cooperation……… Support for international students is also provided in various forms.
This is a project to learn about examples of initiatives by other universities and make use of them in your own university and your own efforts.
Please feel free to join us!

Date, Time and Location

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 15:30~17:00 (90 minutes including Q, etc.))
Campus Plaza Kyoto 4th Floor Lecture Room 4

Speakers (Informants)

Associate Professor, Center for International Educational Exchange (CIEE), Osaka University

substance

“~From Yorozu Consultation to Career Support~ Examples of Multifaceted Initiatives to Support International Students at Osaka University”

Various consultation systems for international students
Promotion of International Understanding (Support for Student-to-Student Exchanges Cooperation with Local Communities)
Career Education and Support for International Students

*After the lecture, we set a time for participants to exchange opinions, share information, and exchange business cards within the event time.

Who should attend?

Mainly university faculty and staff
(Faculty, staff, companies, and students from non-member universities are also welcome to participate!) )

Registration

↓Please apply from the application form.

*Capacity: 50 people (first-come, first-served basis))
*Deadline on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 17:00 (Applications will close as soon as the capacity is reached)

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department
TEL：075-353-9164
E-mail:kokusai@consortium.or.jp

【For Kyoto Students, Faculty and Staff】9/20 (Sat.) 10/25 (Sat.) Recruitment of participants for the “IELTS Skill Up Seminar (Online)”

The University Consortium Kyoto will hold an online IELTS skill improvement seminar for students and faculty members of member schools.

In this seminar, you will be taught by an IELTS expert who will aim for a score of 6.0 or higher in each of the writing and speaking sections, and learn about question tendencies, scoring criteria and specific learning methods. We will also provide basic information such as the overall structure of the test and how to study effectively.

Writing and speaking will be held on separate dates, so please join us according to your convenience. You can also participate on both days.

IELTS is an English language test that is accredited by more than 11,000 institutions in 140 countries around the world. More than 3 million people around the world take the exam every year to study, immigrate, and work in English-speaking countries.

Those who are considering taking IELTS for future study abroad,
Those who have experience taking the IELTS test and are aiming to further improve their scores,
Faculty and staff involved in international exchange,
Teachers from member schools who want to use it as a hint for English classes,
Please actively participate.

Date Time	The schedule will be divided according to the theme. You can also participate on both days. ・1st [Speaking] Saturday, September 20, 2025, 10:00 a.m. ~ 11:30 a.m. ・2nd [Writing] Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. ~ 11:30 a.m.
Embodiment	Online (Zoom) *Please prepare an internet environment and a computer and participate from a convenient location. You can participate with your microphone and camera turned off.
Target	Students or faculty members enrolled in member schools of the University Consortium Kyoto ・List of University Consortium Kyoto member schools
Occupancy	50 people each time *Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.
Expenses	free
Lecturer	Dr. Rita Furuya IDP IELTS Certified IELTS Expert Ms. Tomoko Ichikawa, Head of IDP Education Japan Japan
Contents	All lectures will be conducted in Japanese. Common Programs How to study IELTS (30 minutes) The content is different each time. The structure of the entire test, how to make an effective study plan for each skill, recommended teaching materials, etc. Program by date ・1st [Speaking] Saturday, September 20, 2025 Speaking style based on evaluation criteria, responding to frequently occurring topics, and practicing mock responses ・2nd [Writing] Saturday, October 25, 2025 Structure and logical development of Tasks 1 and 2, how to come up with ideas, and how to improve according to the scoring criteria
How to apply	Click on each banner at the top of this table, enter your information at the link, and press “Register”. You will receive the URL of the seminar to the email address you entered.
Application Deadline	・1st [Speaking] Saturday, September 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m. ・2nd [Writing] Saturday, October 25, 2025, 9:00 a.m.

【Organizer】University Consortium Kyoto
[Cooperation] IDP Education Japan LLC

Contact:
University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department
IELTS Tsuruyama
TEL：075-353-9164
Email: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (Please change ■ to @ and send it.) ）

2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Cultural Training Application Acceptance Announcement

Business Overview

As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as the enhancement of support for international students and the promotion of collaborative projects with overseas universities, the English proficiency of university faculty and staff has become indispensable as a basic ability.
In addition, international students from many countries and regions have their own cultural backgrounds, and in order to communicate smoothly, it is essential to understand customs, social norms, religions, etc. beyond language.
For this reason, the University Consortium Kyoto aims to raise the level of practical skills and motivate students to improve their skills by providing training to improve English proficiency by conducting case studies in various situations and training to learn about cultures outside of English-speaking countries.

Outline of the event

1st session Saturday, July 26, 2025 9:30-15:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Communication Skills in University : English Conversation Training (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski
≪ applications are now closed≫

2nd session Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Effective Communication: Out-of-the-Box Email Web Conferencing Expressions (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski
≪ applications are now closed≫

3rd Session: Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face Lecture
Conducting meetings and conveying opinions in English Practical Discussion Course (Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Glenn Gregus

4th session Saturday, September 6, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cross-cultural courses to learn Chinese values and apply them to international students
Lecturer: Mao Xinghua

5th session Saturday, September 13, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students from Asian Buddhist countries in Thailand and Vietnam
Lecturer: Miho Kyotani / Tran Thuy Phong

6th session: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Taiwan and South Korea in East Asia
Lecturer: Mr. Xu Minhui

7th Saturday, October 11, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Southwest Asia in Nepal and Sri Lanka
Lecturer: Mr. Devansh Vajracharya

☆ For details on the training contents, participation fee, capacity, etc., and the application form, please check the following page.

>>2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Go to the details page

*We will notify you by email after each application deadline.

International Business Department, University Consortium Kyoto
TEL：(075)353-9164
e-mail: kokusai＠consortium.or.jp

【Japan students × international students】2025 1st Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project ~ Yuzen Dyeing Experience + Gion Festival After-Festival “Minami Kannonyama Hikihatsu” Experience ~ ≪ Reception Closed≫

The first time we have reached the capacity, so we have closed the application reception (updated on July 11).
We will inform you again as soon as the details are decided. Please join us.

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department)
Deepen exchanges between international students and Japan students and learn about the charms of Kyoto
We will carry out the “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Program”.

The first session will be the first experience of Kyoto Zen dyeing and the mountain dragging of the Gion Festival post-festival.
We are looking for Japan students and international students to participate.
Please apply.

1 Date and time: Sunday, July 20, 2025, meet at 13:15, disband around 16:00
2 Contents and itinerary:
13:15 Meet
13:30 Marumasu Nishimuraya “Kyo Yuzen Experience”
*Comes with a souvenir from the school tote
14:45 Minami Kannonyama Preservation Society “Towing First Experience”
*Includes a souvenir of chimaki
16:00 Disband
3 Participation fee: 500 yen *If the payment is not made within the deadline, it will be treated as a cancellation.
4 Capacity: 20 people *If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held
5 Target: Member schools of the University Consortium Kyoto or International Student Study Kyoto Network
Japan students or international students attending (universities, vocational schools, Japanese schools, etc.)
・List of University Consortium Kyoto member schools
・List of International Student Study Kyoto Network member schools
6 How to apply: Click here for the application pageor apply from the QR code in the flyer
7 Application deadline: July 8, 2025 (Tuesday) 23:59

Notice of the start of accepting applications for the 2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training

Business Overview

Outline of the event

1st session Saturday, July 26, 2025 9:30-15:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Communication Skills in University : English Conversation Training (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski
≪ applications are now closed≫

2nd session Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Effective Communication: Out-of-the-Box Email Web Conferencing Expressions (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

3rd Session: Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face Lecture
Conducting meetings and conveying opinions in English Practical Discussion Course (Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Glenn Gregus

4th session Saturday, September 6, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cross-cultural courses to learn Chinese values and apply them to international students
Lecturer: Mao Xinghua

5th session Saturday, September 13, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students from Asian Buddhist countries in Thailand and Vietnam
Lecturer: Miho Kyotani / Tran Thuy Phong

6th session: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Taiwan and South Korea in East Asia
Lecturer: Mr. Xu Minhui

7th Saturday, October 11, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Southwest Asia in Nepal and Sri Lanka
Lecturer: Mr. Devansh Vajracharya

☆ For details on the training contents, participation fee, capacity, etc., and the application form, please check the following page.

>>2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Go to the details page

*We will notify you by email after each application deadline.

International Business Department, University Consortium Kyoto
TEL：(075)353-9164
e-mail: kokusai＠consortium.or.jp

Bidding and open call for proposals: Planning and operation of the “2025 Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project” (International Student Study Kyoto Network)

The International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department) will provide students studying in Kyoto (international and Japan students) with a premium experience to learn about the diverse and profound charms of Kyoto, and will implement the “Kyoto Premium Experience and Exchange Project” to create a place for exchange between international students and Japan students. By implementing this project, we aim to foster an attachment to Kyoto for international and Japan students studying in Kyoto, which will give them an opportunity to think about establishing themselves as leaders in the community, as well as to raise their global awareness and deepen their understanding of diversity.

Therefore, we are looking for candidate companies for this project, so if you would like to participate in the proposal, please submit the application materials by the deadline in accordance with the following guidelines.

*This project is intended to recruit candidate contractors before the FY2025 budget of the International Student Study Kyoto Network is enacted, and if the FY2025 budget of this project is reduced at the general meeting of the network, the project may be canceled or the content of the project may be changed or reduced.

Application submission deadline: Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at noon

Application Guidelines: 2025 Kyoto Premium Proposal Application Guidelines

【Contact】

University Consortium Kyoto
International Student Study Kyoto Network Secretariat (Contact: Saga)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji Shimoru Campus Plaza Kyoto
Mail:kyoto-nw＠consortium.or.jp　TEL:075-353-9164

【For Students/Faculty and Staff】5/17 (Sat) “TOEFL iBT® Test Online Skill Improvement Seminar”

Continuing from last year, the University Consortium Kyoto will hold the “TOEFL iBT^® Test Online Skill Improvement Seminar” by ETS-certified trainers for university students, faculty and staff belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto.

A unique opportunity to learn the essence of study strategies for the TOEFL iBT testSo please join us.

* This year, the event will be held online using Zoom, so you can participate from home.

The TOEFL iBT^® test is one of the world’s most successful tests designed to measure the proficiency of non-native English speakers. It comprehensively measures the four skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
TOEFL iBT^® test scores are widely used by more than 11,500 universities, graduate schools, and educational institutions in 160 countries around the world for study abroad and entrance examinations.
In this seminar, ETS certified trainers will explain not only the basics of the TOEFL iBT^® test, but also more effective ways to study to improve your score, using past questions.

Date & Time:	Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00~13:00
Embodiment:	Online (Zoom) * Please prepare an Internet environment that can access the online course and a computer with a camera and microphone function, and access from a convenient location.
Target:	Students/faculty members of the University Consortium Kyoto
Capacity:	50 (first-come, first-served basis) * Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.
Lecturer:	U.S. ETS Certified Trainer Prof. Chiaki Taoka (Associate Professor, Center for Common English Education, Kobe Jogakuin University )
Contents:	・ How to study for the TOEFL test – Preparation for the four sections of the TOEFL iBT test (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) ・Effective study methods and teaching materials for the TOEFL iBT^® test Lectures will be conducted in Japanese. The overview of the TOEFL iBT test is omitted, so please be sure to check the materials page sent to you after applying *This seminar is for those who are just starting to study for TOEFL or those who are just starting out.

Co-organizers: University Consortium Kyoto / ETS Japan G.K.

Contact:
[TOEFL® Test Japan Office]
ETS Japan G.K. https://www.toefl-ibt.jp/test_takers/
Email: event■etsjapan.jp (Please change ■ to @.) ）

Updated on May 9 [For students] 2025 Presentation on Kyoto in English Outline of the Implementation

*The application period for 2025 has ended.

“What is the charm of Kyoto?” and “What kind of country is Japan?” Why don’t you actually experience the traditional culture of Japan and learn the know-how of English presentations so that you can introduce it in English when asked by people from overseas?
Students who are planning to study abroad, who are interested in studying abroad in the future, who want to explain Kyoto and Japan to people overseas in Japan, and who are not good at English presentations! Why don’t you learn English while having fun with like-minded friends beyond the boundaries of universities?　
🌸🌸 Outline of “Presentation on Kyoto in English” Updated 🌸🌸on May 9

Through the experience of traditional culture in Kyoto and Japan, we will conduct a total of seven half-day training sessions to acquire presentation skills in English.

◎ Training days and scheduled contents (7 sessions in total):
1. Saturday, May 24, 2025 :(1) Ice Break, Introduction to Japan and Kyoto ~Learn about Japan and Kyoto in English~
(2) Learn expressions related to Japan’s traditional culture in English
2. Saturday , May 31, 2025: Noh Theater Appreciation (Kongo Noh Theater) and International Student Exchange Event
3. Saturday , June 7, 2025: Traditional Culture Experience I. (1) Tea Ceremony Experience (2) Expression of tea ceremony culture in English
4. Saturday, June 14, 2025 :(1) Session for International Students (2) Group Activities
5. Saturday , June 21, 2025 : Traditional Culture Experience II. (1) Flower Arrangement Experience (2) Talk in English about Kyoto’s famous places, events, food, clothing, housing, and education in Japan and Kyoto
6. Saturday , June 28, 2025 : Presentation English manuscript correction course (online only)
7. Saturday, July 5, 2025: Individual English Presentation

◎Time: 13:00~16:30 (with break)

◎ Location: Campus Plaza Kyoto, etc. (depending on the content of the training, there is a transfer within Kyoto city)

◎ Eligibility: All of the following conditions must be met.
1. Be a Japan student at a member university or junior college of the University Consortium Kyoto [Undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral course is not required]
2. Ability to participate in all training sessions
3. Your English score must be one of the following:
　 IELTS 5.0 or higher / TOEFL iBT 50 or higher / TOEIC 600 or higher / Eiken Level 2 or higher
4. Interested in international exchange and cross-cultural understanding

◎ Capacity: 20 ~~people (~~first-come, first-served basis) * Application has been closed.
◎ Fee: 5,000 yen (total amount for all 7 sessions, including reference materials and actual expenses for exercises)
* Please pay in cash (with as little change as possible) on Saturday, May 25 for the first time.
* Please bear the transportation expenses related to transportation during the course.
◎ Application period: April 9, 2025 (Wednesday) noon application start ~ May 9 (Friday) noon deadline
　　　 All applicants will receive an email with details after May 10.

◎ Application guidelines: Please apply from this application form.

◎ Please see the state of Kyopre in previous years from this Facebook!
We look forward to hearing from you!

Let’s experience working at a company in Kyoto! (Internship & Work Experience Program for International Students)

For international students who are thinking of finding a job in Japan, this is an introduction to a program that allows you to experience working at a company!
Participate in a 2~10-day practical training during the summer vacation to deepen your understanding of “working in Japan society”!

● Eliminate anxiety with thorough support!
Participate in practical training at a company in Japan… I think there are many people who feel anxious when it comes to this.
We will carefully support international students in choosing a company to participate in the training and training before the training so that they can participate in the training with peace of mind.

● The company to be trained is decided after listening to the employees!
At the “exchange meeting with companies and organizations” before the training, you can hear about the work and the contents of the training from the company.
This is your chance to meet companies from a variety of industries.

● It will lead to smooth job hunting!
In Japan, it is very common to participate in internships before job hunting.
It is important to know the industry, company, and your interests and values from an early age, so even those in the lower grades are encouraged to apply.

First of all, let’s listen to the explanation of the program in the guidance!

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International students who:
・Those who are enrolled in a member school of the International Student Study Kyoto Network.
* Includes those enrolled in vocational schools and those enrolled in Japanese schools who have graduated or completed higher education institutions in their home countries.
・Those who can participate in training and practical training at companies and organizations without problems in Japanese.
* Selection will be made based on document screening and interviews in Japanese.
・ (In the case of a paid internship) Those who have obtained permission to engage in activities other than those permitted under the status of residence.

【Current Acceptance Plans】
* Detailed information on the host companies and organizations will be posted here at a later date.
Marumasa Takagi Shoten
J-Science Lab, Inc.
International Student Study Kyoto Network
Luoyang Chemical Co., Ltd.
General Incorporated Association Aiseikai Long-term Care Health Facility for the Elderly Oyake no Sato
Japan Express Co., Ltd. Kyoto Branch
Ellis Corporation
JR Kyushu Hotels Resorts Co., Ltd.
Pews Corporation
Keigan Corporation
Day Alive Inc.
Asahi Consulting Co., Ltd.
Tomitaya Corporation
Wako Giken Co., Ltd.
Miyako Lab Co., Ltd. (Luxury Tours Japan)

Guidance (Pre-briefing)

First of all, feel free to participate in the guidance and listen to the explanation of the program.
You can also hear about the experiences of international students who participated in last year!
Plain clothes participation OK ◎ Participation benefits are also available.
Please participate in one of the dates.
・5/21 (Wed) 18:30~20:00
・5/23 (Fri) 18:30~20:00
・5/24 (Sat) 14:00~15:30
Venue: Campus Plaza Kyoto

with companies and organizations>

In order to use it as a reference for choosing a company for training, you can hear from employees of the host company about the company and the content of the training.
In some cases, you may be able to hear from senior employees from overseas.
・6/14 (Sat) 12:00~17:00
Venue: Campus Plaza Kyoto

flow of the entire program

application

Please apply by Monday, June 9 using the application form below.

OB / OG Interview ~I Faced Job Hunting with All My Might~
STUDY KYOTO MSGAZINE Practicing as a member of society ~ Paid internship program experience! ～
STUDY KYOTO MSGAZINE Employment Environment for International Students and the Attractiveness of Companies in the Kyoto Area – From the Paid Internship Information Session –
STUDY KYOTO MSGAZINE International Student Internship Useful for Finding a Job in Japan -Experience-

Operated by: Student Information Center, Inc.
TEL：0120-749-155
Email: ac-west■tokyu-nasic.jp *Please replace ■ with @.

Bidding and Open Call for Proposals (International Student Study Kyoto Network, 2025 Kyoto Study Abroad Comprehensive Portal Site Operation Project)

International Student Study Kyoto Network

【Operation of the Kyoto Study Abroad Portal Site and Social Media Management

Proposal Guidelines]

The International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: Kyoto International Business Department, University Consortium) aims to widely disseminate the appeal of “Kyoto University City and Student City Kyoto” and services for international students in Kyoto both domestically and internationally, to support the attraction of more international students, and to make it easier for international students studying in Kyoto to obtain information on support services. We operate a portal site and manage social media.

Therefore, we are looking for contractors for this project in FY2025, so please consider participating in the proposal, and if you would like to participate, please prepare a plan proposal and quotation according to the following guidelines and submit it by the deadline.

*This project will be carried out as a preparatory act for the FY2025 project before the FY2025 budget of the International Student Study Kyoto Network is enacted, and the project may be canceled or the content of the project may be changed or reduced if the budget of this project is reduced at the general meeting of the network.

Date: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Guidelines: 2025 Study Kyoto Portal Site Proposal Application Guidelines (PDF)

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University Consortium Kyoto
International Affairs Department, International Student Study Kyoto Network Secretariat (Contact: Yokoyama and Kusano)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji Shimoru Campus Plaza Kyoto
TEL:075-353-9164
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)