EXPERIENCE JAPAN EXHIBITION 2021
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The Importance of Study Abroad: An Introduction to the Turing Scheme
GMT7:00-7:30JST16:00-16:30
Even as the pandemic has widened the realm of opportunities for online cultural exchanges, it has also revealed how vital face-to-face communication is in people’s lives. Studying abroad in person does more than broaden one’s career horizons; it also equips students with lifelong intercultural skills. This is why the Turing Scheme exists: to allow students to equip themselves and be active members of global society. Presented by Keio University’s Vice-President, Motohiro Tsuchiya, and the British Council’s Director for Japan, Matthew Knowles, this seminar is aimed at emphasizing the importance of study abroad for students in the United Kingdom, demonstrating why Japan is an essential international partner, and providing information about funding opportunities through the Turing Scheme.
Q&A Session with Students
GMT10:00-10:30JST19:00-19:30
What is it like to study abroad in Japan? How are the programs offered by Japanese universities? What is life like in Japan? In this Q&A session, two non-Japanese students and a Japanese student will share their experiences and honest opinions. Join us to find out what you would like to know most about being a student in Japan.
Working in Japan - Disco Inc.
GMT8:00-8:30JST17:00-17:30
There has never been a better time to think about a career in Japan, as companies are looking to recruit more international talent to support their increasingly global business strategies. In this seminar, Kiko Hill of DISCO Inc., an HR consulting company specialising in Japanese-English bilingual recruitment, will provide an overview of the employment opportunities available in the country and discuss how to go about forging a successful career there.
JET Programme - Embassy of Japan in the UK
GMT11:00-11:30JST20:00-20:30
The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme is a Japanese Government sponsored programme aiming to improve foreign language teaching in Japanese schools and to promote international understanding. Each year more than 100 people from the UK are selected to participate in the programme, with the majority working as Assistant Language Teachers in state schools throughout the country. The JET Programme is a fantastic way to experience living and working in Japan. Please join this session to find out more about the Programme and how to apply next year.
Study in Japan Basic Introduction - JASSO
GMT9:00-9:30JST18:00-18:30
This session will give you a basic overview of studying abroad in Japan including admissions, tuition fees, scholarships, living expenses, employment opportunities, etc. The first half of the session will be an informational video about studying abroad in Japan while the second half will consist of a Q&A session tackling pre-submitted questions.
Conducting Research in Japan - The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
GMT10:00-10:30JST19:00-19:30
In this session the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) will provide information on postgraduate funding opportunities in Japan and advice on conducting research at Japanese universities/research institutions. An UK alumnus of JSPS’s international programmes will give a talk about their experiences of living and working in Japan, as well as provide tips on building networks with Japanese researchers.
The Importance of Study Abroad: An Introduction to the Turing Scheme
GMT7:00-7:30JST16:00-16:30
Even as the pandemic has widened the realm of opportunities for online cultural exchanges, it has also revealed how vital face-to-face communication is in people’s lives. Studying abroad in person does more than broaden one’s career horizons; it also equips students with lifelong intercultural skills. This is why the Turing Scheme exists: to allow students to equip themselves and be active members of global society. Presented by Keio University’s Vice-President, Motohiro Tsuchiya, and the British Council’s Director for Japan, Matthew Knowles, this seminar is aimed at emphasizing the importance of study abroad for students in the United Kingdom, demonstrating why Japan is an essential international partner, and providing information about funding opportunities through the Turing Scheme.
Working in Japan - Disco Inc.
GMT8:00-8:30JST17:00-17:30
There has never been a better time to think about a career in Japan, as companies are looking to recruit more international talent to support their increasingly global business strategies. In this seminar, Kiko Hill of DISCO Inc., an HR consulting company specialising in Japanese-English bilingual recruitment, will provide an overview of the employment opportunities available in the country and discuss how to go about forging a successful career there.
Study in Japan Basic Introduction - JASSO
GMT9:00-9:30JST18:00-18:30
This session will give you a basic overview of studying abroad in Japan including admissions, tuition fees, scholarships, living expenses, employment opportunities, etc. The first half of the session will be an informational video about studying abroad in Japan while the second half will consist of a Q&A session tackling pre-submitted questions.
Conducting Research in Japan - The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
GMT10:00-10:30JST19:00-19:30
In this session the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) will provide information on postgraduate funding opportunities in Japan and advice on conducting research at Japanese universities/research institutions. An UK alumnus of JSPS’s international programmes will give a talk about their experiences of living and working in Japan, as well as provide tips on building networks with Japanese researchers.
Q&A Session with Students
GMT10:00-10:30JST19:00-19:30
What is it like to study abroad in Japan? How are the programs offered by Japanese universities? What is life like in Japan? In this Q&A session, two non-Japanese students and a Japanese student will share their experiences and honest opinions. Join us to find out what you would like to know most about being a student in Japan.
JET Programme - Embassy of Japan in the UK
GMT11:00-11:30JST20:00-20:30
The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme is a Japanese Government sponsored programme aiming to improve foreign language teaching in Japanese schools and to promote international understanding. Each year more than 100 people from the UK are selected to participate in the programme, with the majority working as Assistant Language Teachers in state schools throughout the country. The JET Programme is a fantastic way to experience living and working in Japan. Please join this session to find out more about the Programme and how to apply next year.