Call for Applications: UEC Language Partner Program - Fall 2025
Call for Applications：UEC International Special Program "Language Partner" (Second Semester, 2025)
１．Language Partner Program
The UEC International Special Program "Language Partner" is a collaborative learning and mutual understanding program that brings together MEXT scholarship students, privately financed international students, and Japanese students.
In this program, participants will form small, mixed groups (about 4-5 members) to promote intercultural exchange and mutual learning.
(1) Main Activities
Participants will be divided into mixed groups of MEXT scholars, privately financed international students, and Japanese students, and will take part in the following activities:
- Extracurricular activities (sightseeing, sports, etc.; no specific activities are designated).
- Participation in courses or events designated by the Special Program.
For details, please refer to the program handbook.
(2) Expected Roles
- Build friendships within the group.
- Improve Japanese, English, or other language skills through communication and collaboration.
- Expand your network beyond your group by introducing friends and acquaintances to one another.
(3) Participation Period
Participation is possible for a limited term-either for one semester or for one academic year only.
(4) Certificate of Participation and Completion
Participants who meet the participation requirements during the semester will receive a Certificate of Participation at the end of each semester.
2．Application for Language Partner Program
(1) Eligibility
- Graduate students
- Undergraduate students
- International research students
- Short-term exchange students
(2) Application Form and Deadline
Application Form: https://forms.gle/ZTpYypqyZYaPwemQA
Deadline: by 30 November
※If students who enrolled in Spring 2025 wish to continue, please contact iso@office.uec.ac.jp
※ Students who will join this through the JASSO Language Study Abroad Program need to submit this application form.
（F.Y.I）Items in the Application Form
■Statement of Purpose
Please answer the following questions
(about 100-200 Japanese characters, or 60-120 English words per question):
- Reasons for applying to the Language Partner Program
- What you wish to learn or achieve through the program
- Examples of your past intercultural experiences
■Other Items
Preference regarding gender balance within your group
Preferred Japanese proficiency level of your international partner, etc.
Contact Information
International Student Office (ISO)
Email: iso@office.uec.ac.jp
作成日：2025年11月13日 / 更新日：2025年11月13日
