{"id":148560,"date":"2026-05-08T16:57:43","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T07:57:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.consortium.or.jp\/?page_id=148560"},"modified":"2026-05-12T09:49:37","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T00:49:37","slug":"2025-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.consortium.or.jp\/en\/project\/international\/global\/2025-2","title":{"rendered":"FY2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul class=\"linkArrowDown partitionWrap\">\n<li><a href=\"#pageLink01\">Business Overview<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pageLink02\">Outline of the event<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pageLink03\">Inquiries<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"pageLink01\">Business Overview<\/h2>\n<p> As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as enhancing support for international students and promoting collaborative projects with overseas universities, the ability of university faculty and staff to use English has become essential as a basic skill.<br \/>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.<br \/> For this reason, the University Consortium Kyoto aims to raise the level of practical skills and increase the motivation to improve skills by providing training to improve English proficiency and learning about cultures outside of English-speaking countries, which can be used as case studies for various situations.<br \/> Registration is early because it is usually very popular!<\/p>\n<p>\n<a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/page\/138250\/2025_skillup.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u25b7 2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Flyer<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p class=\"taCenter fColor01\">\nPlease check the outline of the event and apply from the application button for each course.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"pageLink02\">Outline of the event<\/h2>\n<p class=\"fBold taCenter fs16\">2025 University Consortium Kyoto Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training<br \/>1st~7th Overview<\/p>\n<h5>Program Overview:<\/h5>\n<dl class=\"dl_list01-2\">\n<dt>1. Name :<\/dt>\n<dd>Teacher and staff skill improvement training<\/dd>\n<dt class=\"pl15\">Training content:<\/dt>\n<dd>7 courses in total (individual application)<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<div class=\"spScroll\">\n<table class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-507\">\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n<td class=\"column-1\" width=\"50\"><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\" width=\"130\">Date and time<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\" width=\"340\">Training content<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4\" width=\"140\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">Part 1<br \/>\u3010Language\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">July 26 (Sat)<br \/>9:30\u221215:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Campus Plaza Kyoto<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Communication Skills in University<br \/>Useful English Conversation Training at University (Beginner)<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski<\/div>\n<p>Through role-playing, students will learn the English communication skills necessary for university work, such as university introductions, campus tours, and basic telephone support. (Lighting is not included)<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\n<p>English level: Beginner<br \/>\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>July 16 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/fcb5dzWucSLa9Sbx8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Capacity: 18 people<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">Part 2<br \/>\u3010Language\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">August 2 (Sat)<br \/>9:30\u221212:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Campus Plaza Kyoto<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Effective Communication Utilization:<br \/>Ready-to-use E-mail &amp; Web Conference Expressions (Beginner)<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski<\/div>\n<p>Students will understand the structure and phrases of basic English email writing, and learn the basic expressions used to write requests, confirmations, and announcements in English. In conversation practice, students will learn basic English expressions that can be used during web conferences.<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\n<p>English level: Beginner<br \/>\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>July 23 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/rtYHsmJrXy2aJJni7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Capacity: 18 people<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">3rd<br \/>\u3010Language\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">August 9 (Sat)<br \/>9:30\u201016:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Campus Plaza Kyoto<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Conducting meetings and conveying opinions in English Practical Discussion Course (Intermediate ~ Advanced)<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Glenn Gregus<\/div>\n<p>This training is designed to improve the communication skills necessary for discussions, assuming meetings and conferences in English. Students will learn meeting phrases and processes, and practice them so that they can be put into practice through role-play and pair work.<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\n<p>English level:<br \/>Intermediate~Advanced<br \/>\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>July 30 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/cbpdt33yfXgkWvmd7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>Capacity: 18 people<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">4th<br \/>\u3010Culture\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">Saturday, September 6<br \/>9:30\u221212:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Online (Zoom)<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Cultural understanding training to learn Chinese values and apply them to international students<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Mr. Mao Xinghua<\/div>\n<p>This course introduces the culture, life, and social conditions of contemporary China, as well as the education system and university conditions. At the same time, we will deepen our understanding of Chinese values and ways of thinking. This course deepens understanding of the current situation in China from multiple angles, including geography and lifestyle habits, entrance examination system (college entrance examination), university ranks, and young people&#8217;s employment views and values.<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>August 27 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/CTQ7Fba9Pyh4xSkY7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">5th<br \/>\u3010Culture\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">September 13 (Sat)<br \/>9:30\u221212:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Online (Zoom)<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Cultural understanding training for international students from Asian Buddhist countries in Thailand and Vietnam<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Miho Kyotani \/ Tran Thuy Phong<\/div>\n<p>Students will learn about the regional situation, politics, historical background, religion, values, and key points when accepting international students in both countries. In the Thailand edition, religion, politics, and the environment surrounding students are introduced, centered on Theravada Buddhism, and in the Vietnam edition, expectations for studying in Japan are introduced, deepening understanding of differences in culture and values. The focus is also on practical content such as the traditions and customs of both countries, daily life manners, and how to adapt to life in Japan.<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>September 3 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/mwq5cNw146bZ1zgf8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">Lesson 6<br \/>\u3010Culture\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">Saturday, October 4<br \/>9:30\u221212:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Online (Zoom)<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Cultural understanding training for international students in Taiwan and South Korea in East Asia<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Mr. Xu Minhui<\/div>\n<p>We will introduce the corporate background, cultural characteristics, and environment surrounding students in Taiwan and Korea. The Taiwan edition introduces the political situation and historical background, national character as a multi-ethnic country, language, religion, etc., and explains traditional Chinese culture, consideration for religious dietary restrictions, and the balance between traditional culture and modern trends. In the Korean edition, students will deepen their understanding of the challenges facing Japan while touching on cultural characteristics such as religious views, lifestyles, military service system, and Lunar New Year, based on the social background where traditional culture and pop culture coexist, mainly Confucianism.<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>September 25 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/fJoyQRtsBJ1vBeuW8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"column-1 fs12\">7th<br \/>\u3010Culture\u3011<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-2 fs12\">Saturday, October 11<br \/>9:30\u221212:30<span class=\"block mt1\">Venue:<br \/>Online (Zoom)<\/span><\/td>\n<td class=\"column-3 fs12\"><strong>Cultural understanding training for international students in Southwest Asia in Nepal and Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"taRight\">Lecturer: Mr. Devansh Vajracharya<\/div>\n<p>Students will deepen their understanding of the social background, cultural characteristics, religion, and lifestyle of both countries. In addition to the political, economic, and historical background, the Nepal edition introduces the national character in a multi-ethnic and multilingual society, religious views centered on Hinduism, and cultural manners. In the Sri Lanka edition, students will learn about the understanding of cultural soils such as Theravada Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam, as well as society, based on the social background of a multi-ethnic and multi-religious country. We will introduce the actual situation of international students from both traditional and contemporary culture.<\/td>\n<td class=\"column-4 fs12\">\u3010Application Period\u3011<br \/>October 1 Deadline<br \/><!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/JDDtjuDPVP3AfLR27\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u304a\u7533\u8fbc\u307f\u306f\u3053\u3061\u3089<\/a> -->Application is now closed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h5>\u25ceAbout English level<\/h5>\n<p>Please refer to the following levels to choose the course you want to take. (*TOEIC score is a guide)<\/p>\n<dl class=\"dl_list01-2\">\n<dt>Elementary level:<\/dt>\n<dd class=\"pl0 mb0 pb0\">\nBe able to say simple greetings and introduce yourself. You can do it if you give a short and simple answer. (Up to about TOEIC550)\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Intermediate:<\/dt>\n<dd class=\"pl0 mb0 pb0\">\nIf it&#8217;s a familiar topic, you can explain it. You can continue the conversation, such as asking questions to the other person.<br \/>(TOEIC550~800 people)\n<\/dd>\n<dt>Advanced level:<\/dt>\n<dd class=\"pl0 mb0 pb0\">\nBe able to express your opinions clearly. Students can exchange and discuss a wide range of topics.<br \/>(TOEIC800 or older)\n<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<p><\/br><\/p>\n<dl class=\"dl_list01-2\">\n<dt>2. Venue :<\/dt>\n<dd>\u30101st~3rd Lecture\u3011 Campus Plaza Kyoto<br \/>\u30104th~7th Lecture\u3011 Held online (Zoom)<br \/>Please prepare an accessible internet environment and a computer with camera and microphone functions to participate from a convenient location.<\/dd>\n<dt>3. Participation Fee:<\/dt>\n<dd>[1st and 3rd]<br \/>University Consortium Kyoto member university faculty and staff 2,500 yen\/1 course<br \/>Teachers and staff other than member schools 6,000 yen\/1 course<br \/>[2nd, 4th~7th]<br \/>University Consortium Kyoto member university faculty and staff 1,500 yen\/1 course<br \/>Teachers and staff other than member schools 4,000 yen\/1 course<\/dd>\n<dt>4. How to apply:<\/dt>\n<dd>Please apply from the faculty and staff skill improvement training page on the University Consortium Kyoto website.<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consortium.or.jp\/project\/international\/global\">https:\/\/www.consortium.or.jp\/project\/international\/global<\/a><br \/><u>*We will contact you by email after each application deadline.<\/u><\/dd>\n<dt>5. Payment Method:<\/dt>\n<dd>Payment will be made by transfer to the designated account of the Foundation by the specified date.<br \/>(Details will be announced in the course decision email)<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<h2 id=\"pageLink03\">Inquiries<\/h2>\n<p>University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department, Skill Up Training<br \/>\nTEL\uff1a(075)353-9164 \uff0f E-mail: kokusai@consortium.or.jp<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Business Overview Outline of the event Inquiries Business Overview As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as enhancing support for international students and promoting collaborative projects with overseas universities, the ability of university faculty and staff to use English has become essential as a basic skill.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. 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