Gap Program: Japanese Language, Culture, and Organic Farming
Andeo-International Homestays
 

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Program Terms • Year Round Program Participants • Undergraduate (College) • Graduate (College) • Adults Subject Areas • Agricultural Economics • Agricultural Sciences • Culture • Japanese Language		Quick Look • Location: Fukuoka - Japan • Language of Instruction: Japanese • Academic Credit Available: Yes Overview Fukuoka Live in beautiful Fukuoka, the largest city on the island of Kyushu. Its moderate climate and great location have made it popular with travelers, and its lively music scene is a magnet for young people from around the world. Nagasaki is just a few hours away, as are the hot springs of Beppu and beautiful Mount Aso. The Language Institute The institute is located in the heart of Fukuoka, close to the central train station. You will find banks, post offices and a variety of shops within easy walking distance. There is a vibrant nightlife in the neighborhood and several parks close by. With a maximum of 30 students attending at any one time, you are sure to enjoy individualized attention from the teachers and staff. The Classes The focus is on conversational Japanese! You will have twenty 50-minute classes each week, in small groups or one-on-one with your teacher. Other options include a focus on Business Japanese or Japanese for Exams (not available from mid-June to mid-August). You can also choose to focus on Japanese culture (ceramics, cooking, calligraphy, tea ceremony) or the Japanese Pop Culture course (manga, pop songs, youth culture). This program features 10 conversational classes and 10 culture classes each week. The additional charge for these culture programs is about $80 per week. Cultural Activities You will want to budget a little extra for some optional activities such as classes in Japanese tea ceremony, calligraphy and cooking, or excursions to famous Kyushu sites like Mt. Aso and Beppu. Special Option: Organic Farming in Japan! Spend a month in Fukuoka learning conversational Japanese as well as language geared specifically to farming. Then live for one to six months on a organic farm in Japan, learning organic farming practices while polishing your Japanese as part of a family! Call for details and start dates. Accommodations Deepen your understanding of the Japanese language and culture by living with a local host family. Homestay accommodations include breakfast each day. Dinner can be arranged for ¥ 500 per day. You will enjoy a private room and a Japanese family who wants to welcome you into their home and daily life. Academic Credit Academic credit is available.  There are two ways to receive college credit for your Gap program abroad: either directly through your college, or through transfer credits. If you are already enrolled at a college, talk to your academic adviser about their requirements for granting credits for study abroad programs. We will be happy to tailor your program to meet your school's requirements. If you are not currently enrolled at a college, please visit www.westudyabroad.com for more information on transfer credits. Housing/Accommodation • Homestay / Host Family Program Costs Your program fee depends on the content and length of your program as well as on the currency exchange rate on the day we receive your initial application. To give you an idea of the cost, you should budget around $7,000 for a 12-week program. This price includes Japanese language classes, study materials, a homestay with a private room and breakfast each day, some cultural activities, pre-departure orientation materials, and on-site support. Airfare is not included. Costs Include:  All Gap programs include 4 or more weeks of small-group language classes, a homestay with a local host family, pre-departure orientation materials and on-site support. Dates Programs can start any Monday of the year and last from 4 weeks to several months. We recommend that you apply at least 3 months before your desired start date to give yourself enough time to complete the application process and prepare for the experience. Contact Andeo-International Homestays 620 SW 5th Ave, Suite 625 Portland, OR 97204 USA Tel: 1-800-274-6007 or 503-274-1776 Fax: 503-274-9004 Email Send Email Web Visit Website
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