KANAZAWA UNIVERSITY (JAPAN)

World ranking

Kanazawa University is a prestigious university with a center of global studies. It is ranked as 18th in Japan’s National universities, and comes in top 500 world universities.

 

BENEFITS OF TRANSFEERING

The advantage of this option is that the student can save about 50% total fee (tuition fee and living expense) compared to studying for full 4 years in the USA, Australia or Japan etc. to get a Bachelor Degree awarded by the Partner University.     

OVERVIEW

In 1949, many institutions integrated to form the Kanazawa University.
Kanazawa University has around 11,000 students including 350 international students from around the globe, and the staff consists of around 2500 teachers and employees, of which 300-400 are Professors, Associate Professors

LINKED PROGRAMS

The following program of HCMUT is linked with Kanazawa University (Japan);

 

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

  ARTICULATION

  PROGRAM

In articulation program, students study two years at HCMUT, and after two years students, who are financially capable and are qualified for academic & English performance, can transfer to Kanazawa University to complete their degree. The degree will be awarded by the KU.
The Kanazawa University (Japan) has been developing a close association with Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (Bach khoa) in 01 program.

CAMPUS LIFE

Kanazawa University is creating a school that is closely tied to the area. The volunteer activities where students participate, are not only helpful to the community, but also to foster students. There are a number of festivals on campus which enrich the student life on campus.

At Kanazawa University, students are offered with an environment for studying, working and human development. Find more

KU Campus Life

Kanazawa University has a background in education and research from the early years of its establishment. It provides a perfect and friendly environment for students to explore the campus and to learn more.

 

Campus Life

“Experiences in Japanese Culture and Society Program” helps students from around the world to learn and know more about the Japanese culture.

 

Campus Life

From dozens of programs “Survey of Mayan Ruins in Cultural Resource Manager Training Program” is one of the program which gives the students, especially the foreigners, an opportunity to explore the historic places of Japan.

 

SPORTS

Kanazawa University offers a variety of sports and fitness activities and also have some special programs to help students to lead a healthy and vigorous life through exercise and sports.                 Find more about KU sports

 

Sport & Fitness

The Health and Sport Science Course at KU gives students the practical skills required for development of a health-promoting community, through a program that integrates theory and practice.

 

 

 

  STUDENT SUPPORT

 Kanazawa University provides international students with a variety of support so that they can pursue their studies with a without any difficulty. For better understanding the Japanese culture and language KU offers different programs to foreigners including, tutor system, Japanese language and culture program (Kanazawa University International student center), Health care, Employment support, etc. Find more

 

Health services
Full-time faculty members (doctors and counselors) and nurses are in charge of regular health checkups, health counseling and guidance, counseling and first aid at the Health Administration Center in order to maintain and improve the physical and mental health of the students.
At our university, specialized counselors are always available to consult about uneasiness about student life etc. Find more

 

Accommodation

Kanazawa University offers on campus dormitory for international students, where native Japanese students and foreigners live together making it a diverse community. It also gives students the option of off campus accommodation, like apartments or private hostels. Find more

 

Kanazawa is an ideal city to live a meaningful student life. It’s a diverse city with a stimulating environment which has both traditional style and a modern sense of energy. It has cultivated an atmosphere that cares deeply about culture. Kanazawa cuisine is famous throughout Japan, particularly its seafood. Furthermore, abundant nature flows not only in the suburbs but also in the streets, and the beautiful scenery spreads every four seasons.

 

There are bunch of interesting things to do in Kanazawa city, here are few of the beautiful and attractive places where you should visit while staying on Kanazawa campus.

Springfield Life

 

The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa is a museum of contemporary art located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa,Japan. It’s one of the best and most attractive part of the city to visit.

 

Springfield Life

 The spacious Kenroku-en Garden forms the green heart of Kanazawa. It’s a fine place for a peaceful and meditative walk.

 

Springfield Life

 Omicho Market in Kanazawa city is an attractive market famous for the Seafood. There are plenty of restaurants in the market where you can sample some of the stuff you see on sale.

 

Items

Monthly Cost

Rent   

$300-800

Groceries and eating out                     

$400-800

Power and gas                                    

$150-200

Phone and internet                               

$40-70

Public transport                                   

$70-100

Entertainment   

$50-100

 

Total cost

 

1000-2000 USD

 

Approximated monthly living cost in Kanazawa, Japan ranges from 1000-2000 USD. For more info.

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