Waseda University Summer Session
Location:
Japan
Language of instruction:
English
Tuition payable to:
Partner Institution
Program website:
Waseda Summer Session Website
Program dates:
June to July
About the program
Recognized as one of the most international universities in Japan, Waseda University offers a 6-week summer program in the vibrant city of Tokyo. Students will have the opportunity to select two courses and earn academic credits towards their degree. Aside from academic studies, students can explore Tokyo and Japan through field trips, site visits and cultural events.
More specific and finalized program details can be found on the partner institution's website. However, you must apply through Go Global to be considered for this program and ensure you follow the appropriate transfer credit process.
Who can go?
- All applicants must meet Go Global eligibility requirements
- You must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (~70%)
- Undergraduate students only
This program has limited enrolment and will be assessed competitively based on your cumulative GPA and personal statement. Please note that even if you are nominated by Go Global, Waseda University cannot guarantee admittance as the program is popular and has a limited number of spots. For this reason, nominated students should be prepared to have a back-up program
Academic planning
Areas of study available:
- Arts
- Commerce
- History
- Political Science
- Sociology
Course equivalency formula
- Waseda credits x 0.75 = UBC credits
Course load information
- Take two or three courses. Each course is worth 2 Waseda credits. Students must attend each course for a total of 26.6 hours to earn 2 credits.
Transfer credit
Check out the courses that previous students have transferred back to UBC in the last 5 years using our Course Search Tool. If you don't see a particular course you listed, it simply means you need to submit it as a new course request through the Transfer Credit Portal while on your Go Global experience. For more information, please visit the Go Global Transfer Credit webpage.
Not all courses listed are offered through the summer program at this partner institution. The tool is for reference only–research the partner's website for actual course offerings.
Search for previously approved courses
Note: Transfer credits are only granted for courses with academic content that meet the academic standard for UBC. Courses that do not contain academic coursework may not be eligible. Please visit Go Global Transfer Credit webpage to learn more. Please speak to a departmental advisor if you have any questions.
Other opportunities at this partner
Student experience
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Accessibility
Some destinations may be more accessible than others for students with disability-related accommodations. If you identify with having a disability or pre-existing health condition which could impact your participation, or if you require academic accommodation, please contact a Go Global advisor before applying to explore options that are best for you.
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Finances and funding
Tuition and Fees
You will pay tuition directly to the partner institution
The partner institution may charge other fees. Please check the program website for details of program costs.
Financial Planning
Awards & Scholarships
All students accepted for Summer Abroad are automatically considered to receive the Go Global Award ($1000)
All awards and scholarships available through Go Global:
