Japan has emerged as one of the leading countries in the world due to its education system, advanced knowledge, and technology. Japanese universities and educational institutions focus not only on academic achievement but also on human development. About 220,000 foreign students from more than 170 countries are studying in Japanese universities for higher educational institutions.
Japan has a perfect living environment for international students. The country is globally acclaimed for its low crime rate and public transport. Advanced medical services are available here at low cost along with health insurance. Despite having few resources, the country has prospered economically.
Top Universities in Japan
- Tohoku University
- University of Tokyo
- Osaka University
- Tokyo Institute of Technology
- Kyoto University
- Kyushu University
- Hokkaido University
- Nagoya University
- University of Tsukuba
- International Christian University
Students wishing to study in Japan must take one of several tests, including the Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students-EJU, the Japanese Language Proficiency Test-JLPT, and the Unified/Common University Entrance Test.
EJU Exam
Students who want to study at Japanese universities as undergraduates must take the ‘Examination for Japanese Universities Admission for International Students-EJU’ exam. It is one of the examination methods of undergraduate study. This test measures basic academic knowledge of science, knowledge of Japan, the world, and mathematics. This exam is conducted twice a year. The score obtained in this test is valid for two years.
A total of 479 universities in Japan ask anyone to apply for an EJU score. This exam is held in June and November every year. The exam is held in different countries of the world including New Delhi, India.
JLPT Exam
The JLPT is a test to measure the Japanese language proficiency of foreign students applying for admission to the country. The test examines how much the applicant knows about the characters, vocabulary, and grammar of the Japanese language and their communication skills in the language. This exam is held in July and December every year. Apart from Japan, the test is held in 96 countries around the world.
Unified/Common University Entrance Test
This test is for Japanese students. Students who want to study in the country’s national universities and some private universities have to take this exam at the graduate level. Most universities do not require international students to take this test. However, some programs may require it for admission mainly to medical and dental courses.
Proficiency test in English
Most Japanese universities require proof of English proficiency for application. Students may be required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, or Aiken scores.
Source: Prothom Alo
