【Now Accepting】Tips for promoting support for international students seen in the case of Osaka University! ”Seminar on Sharing Case Studies”

“I want to know about the internationalization efforts of other universities.”
“We need to promote support for international students, but there is no hint of what to do.”
“I would like to know practical examples of international student support, such as life counseling and employment support for science and graduate students.”
“I want to connect with international student support staff at other universities.”

This is a seminar that is especially recommended for such people.

~From Yorozu Consultation to Career Support~ Examples of Multifaceted Initiatives to Support International Students at Osaka University (Sharing Seminar on Examples of Initiatives for Internationalization of Member Universities in FY2025)


Osaka University is home to more than 2,700 international students.
Consultation on daily life and psychology, career support, exchange events, and community cooperation……… Support for international students is also provided in various forms.
This is a project to learn about examples of initiatives by other universities and make use of them in your own university and your own efforts.
Please feel free to join us!

Date, Time and Location

Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 15:30~17:00 (90 minutes including Q, etc.))
Campus Plaza Kyoto 4th Floor Lecture Room 4

Speakers (Informants)

Associate Professor, Center for International Educational Exchange (CIEE), Osaka University

substance

“~From Yorozu Consultation to Career Support~ Examples of Multifaceted Initiatives to Support International Students at Osaka University”

  • Various consultation systems for international students
  • Promotion of International Understanding (Support for Student-to-Student Exchanges Cooperation with Local Communities)
  • Career Education and Support for International Students

*After the lecture, we set a time for participants to exchange opinions, share information, and exchange business cards within the event time.

Who should attend?

Mainly university faculty and staff
(Faculty, staff, companies, and students from non-member universities are also welcome to participate!) )

Registration

↓Please apply from the application form.

 

 

*Capacity: 50 people (first-come, first-served basis))
*Deadline on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 17:00 (Applications will close as soon as the capacity is reached)

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department
TEL:075-353-9164
E-mail:kokusai@consortium.or.jp

 

【For Kyoto Students, Faculty and Staff】9/20 (Sat.) 10/25 (Sat.) Recruitment of participants for the “IELTS Skill Up Seminar (Online)”

The University Consortium Kyoto will hold an online IELTS skill improvement seminar for students and faculty members of member schools.

In this seminar, you will be taught by an IELTS expert who will aim for a score of 6.0 or higher in each of the writing and speaking sections, and learn about question tendencies, scoring criteria and specific learning methods. We will also provide basic information such as the overall structure of the test and how to study effectively.

Writing and speaking will be held on separate dates, so please join us according to your convenience. You can also participate on both days.

IELTS is an English language test that is accredited by more than 11,000 institutions in 140 countries around the world. More than 3 million people around the world take the exam every year to study, immigrate, and work in English-speaking countries.

Those who are considering taking IELTS for future study abroad,
Those who have experience taking the IELTS test and are aiming to further improve their scores,
Faculty and staff involved in international exchange,
Teachers from member schools who want to use it as a hint for English classes,
Please actively participate.

Date Time

The schedule will be divided according to the theme. You can also participate on both days.

1st [Speaking] Saturday, September 20, 2025, 10:00 a.m. ~ 11:30 a.m.

・2nd [Writing] Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. ~ 11:30 a.m.

Embodiment

Online (Zoom)
*Please prepare an internet environment and a computer and participate from a convenient location.
You can participate with your microphone and camera turned off.

Target

Students or faculty members enrolled in member schools of the University Consortium Kyoto

List of University Consortium Kyoto member schools

Occupancy

50 people each time
*Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.

Expenses

free

Lecturer

Dr. Rita Furuya IDP IELTS Certified IELTS Expert
Ms. Tomoko Ichikawa, Head of IDP Education Japan Japan

Contents

*All lectures will be conducted in Japanese.

Common Programs
How to study IELTS (30 minutes) *The content is different each time.
The structure of the entire test, how to make an effective study plan for each skill, recommended teaching materials, etc.

Program by date
・1st [Speaking] Saturday, September 20, 2025
Speaking style based on evaluation criteria, responding to frequently occurring topics, and practicing mock responses

・2nd [Writing] Saturday, October 25, 2025
Structure and logical development of Tasks 1 and 2, how to come up with ideas, and how to improve according to the scoring criteria

How to apply

Click on each banner at the top of this table, enter your information at the link, and press “Register”.
You will receive the URL of the seminar to the email address you entered.

Application Deadline

・1st [Speaking] Saturday, September 20, 2025, 9:00 a.m.

・2nd [Writing] Saturday, October 25, 2025, 9:00 a.m.

【Organizer】University Consortium Kyoto
[Cooperation] IDP Education Japan LLC

Contact:
University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department
IELTS Tsuruyama
TEL:075-353-9164
Email: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (Please change ■ to @ and send it.) )

2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Cultural Training Application Acceptance Announcement

 

Business Overview

As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as the enhancement of support for international students and the promotion of collaborative projects with overseas universities, the English proficiency of university faculty and staff has become indispensable as a basic ability.
In addition, international students from many countries and regions have their own cultural backgrounds, and in order to communicate smoothly, it is essential to understand customs, social norms, religions, etc. beyond language.
For this reason, the University Consortium Kyoto aims to raise the level of practical skills and motivate students to improve their skills by providing training to improve English proficiency by conducting case studies in various situations and training to learn about cultures outside of English-speaking countries.

 

Outline of the event

1st session Saturday, July 26, 2025 9:30-15:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Communication Skills in University : English Conversation Training (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski
≪ applications are now closed≫


2nd session Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Effective Communication: Out-of-the-Box Email Web Conferencing Expressions (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski
≪ applications are now closed≫

3rd Session: Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face Lecture
Conducting meetings and conveying opinions in English Practical Discussion Course (Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Glenn Gregus

4th session Saturday, September 6, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cross-cultural courses to learn Chinese values and apply them to international students
Lecturer: Mao Xinghua

5th session Saturday, September 13, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students from Asian Buddhist countries in Thailand and Vietnam
Lecturer: Miho Kyotani / Tran Thuy Phong

6th session: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Taiwan and South Korea in East Asia
Lecturer: Mr. Xu Minhui

7th Saturday, October 11, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Southwest Asia in Nepal and Sri Lanka
Lecturer: Mr. Devansh Vajracharya


☆ For details on the training contents, participation fee, capacity, etc., and the application form, please check the following page.

>>2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Go to the details page

*We will notify you by email after each application deadline.



International Business Department, University Consortium Kyoto
TEL:(075)353-9164
e-mail: kokusai@consortium.or.jp

[Application period extended! ] Until 7/31] Applications for the 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum are now being accepted!

The 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum

At the National University Consortium Council,

The 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum will be held as follows.

This forum is held once a year.

Consortium officials, faculty and staff from all over the country gathered together

It is one of the few opportunities to interact and exchange information.

We have extended the application period until July 31st, so we would like to inform you again.

We look forward to your active participation.

 

Main

“Toward the development of new human resources who will open up a drastically changing future society ~Inter-university collaboration and industry-government-academia collaboration that thinks in an invulnerable way~”

Re

Saturday, August 30, 2025, 13:00-17:45 (*Information exchange session 18:00-19:30), Sunday, August 31, 2025, 10:00-12:00

Venue

Kobe Gakuin University Port Island Campus 1

substance

Symposiums, poster sessions, information exchange meetings, breakout sessions, etc.

Participation Fee

Participation fee: 5,000 yen (free for students)
Information Exchange Membership Fee (General) 4,000 yen (Student) 2,000 yen

Who is eligible?

University faculty and staff, university consortium officials, university students, etc.

Application Deadline

Until Thursday, July 31, 2025 

Details & Application

For details and applications for each program, please check this special site.
 The 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum Special Site

Contact us

National University Consortium Council Secretariat
telephone : 075-353-9100 FAX : 075-353-9101
* Business hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

Applications for the 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum are now being accepted! (Until 7/25)

The 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum

At the National University Consortium Council,

The 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum will be held as follows.

This forum is held once a year.

Consortium officials, faculty and staff from all over the country gathered together

It is one of the few opportunities to interact and exchange information.

We look forward to your active participation.

 

Main

“Toward the development of new human resources who will open up a drastically changing future society ~Inter-university collaboration and industry-government-academia collaboration that thinks in an invulnerable way~”

Re

Saturday, August 30, 2025, 13:00-17:45 (*Information exchange session 18:00-19:30), Sunday, August 31, 2025, 10:00-12:00

Venue

Kobe Gakuin University Port Island Campus 1

substance

Symposiums, poster sessions, information exchange meetings, breakout sessions, etc.

Participation Fee

Participation fee: 5,000 yen (free for students)
Information Exchange Membership Fee (General) 4,000 yen (Student) 2,000 yen

Who is eligible?

University faculty and staff, university consortium officials, university students, etc.

Application Deadline

Until Friday, July 25, 2025

Details & Application

For details and applications for each program, please check this special site.
 The 22nd National University Consortium Research Exchange Forum Special Site

Contact us

National University Consortium Council Secretariat
telephone : 075-353-9100 FAX : 075-353-9101
* Business hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

Notice of the start of accepting applications for the 2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training

 

Business Overview

As the globalization of higher education accelerates, such as the enhancement of support for international students and the promotion of collaborative projects with overseas universities, the English proficiency of university faculty and staff has become indispensable as a basic ability.
In addition, international students from many countries and regions have their own cultural backgrounds, and in order to communicate smoothly, it is essential to understand customs, social norms, religions, etc. beyond language.
For this reason, the University Consortium Kyoto aims to raise the level of practical skills and motivate students to improve their skills by providing training to improve English proficiency by conducting case studies in various situations and training to learn about cultures outside of English-speaking countries.

 

Outline of the event

1st session Saturday, July 26, 2025 9:30-15:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Communication Skills in University : English Conversation Training (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski
≪ applications are now closed≫

2nd session Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Language] *Face-to-face course
Effective Communication: Out-of-the-Box Email Web Conferencing Expressions (Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

3rd Session: Saturday, August 9, 2025, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face Lecture
Conducting meetings and conveying opinions in English Practical Discussion Course (Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Glenn Gregus

4th session Saturday, September 6, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cross-cultural courses to learn Chinese values and apply them to international students
Lecturer: Mao Xinghua

5th session Saturday, September 13, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students from Asian Buddhist countries in Thailand and Vietnam
Lecturer: Miho Kyotani / Tran Thuy Phong

6th session: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Taiwan and South Korea in East Asia
Lecturer: Mr. Xu Minhui

7th Saturday, October 11, 2025 9:30-12:30 [Culture] *Online course
Cultural understanding training for international students in Southwest Asia in Nepal and Sri Lanka
Lecturer: Mr. Devansh Vajracharya


☆ For details on the training contents, participation fee, capacity, etc., and the application form, please check the following page.

>>2025 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Go to the details page

*We will notify you by email after each application deadline.



International Business Department, University Consortium Kyoto
TEL:(075)353-9164
e-mail: kokusai@consortium.or.jp

The 28th Kyoto International Student Film Festival Executive Committee Recruitment Briefing Session will be held

We are looking for members of the executive committee of the 28th Kyoto International Student Film Festival.

Executive committee members can proactively participate in the solicitation and judging of films, the planning and management of film festivals, public relations, etc.

“I like movies,” “I want to run a film festival,” “I want to interact with other university students,” “I want to interact with student directors from overseas,” “I want to test my English,” “I want to make an episode from my school days,” If you have any of these thoughts, why don’t you apply to the executive committee?

It’s a rewarding activity, so let’s create a film festival together.

We will hold a briefing session, so if you are considering joining, please join us!

Recruitment flyer
【Recruitment Flyer】

*Click here for details of the Kyoto International Student Film Festival → https://www.kisfvf.com/

Location, date and time

●Date and time

  • July 19 (Sat) 11:00~, 14:00~

*It will be held from August onwards.

●Location: Campus Plaza Kyoto
Online (Zoom)

●Eligibility: Students attending universities, graduate schools, and junior colleges in the Kansai area, mainly in Kyoto

application

To apply, please visit the Kyoto International Student Film Festival official website “New Executive Committee Recruitment Page“.

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Kyoto International Student Film Festival Secretariat
TEL 075-353-9189 FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Kyoto-shi, Shimogyo-ku, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

【For Students/Faculty and Staff】5/17 (Sat) “TOEFL iBT® Test Online Skill Improvement Seminar”

Continuing from last year, the University Consortium Kyoto will hold the “TOEFL iBT® Test Online Skill Improvement Seminar” by ETS-certified trainers for university students, faculty and staff belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto.

A unique opportunity to learn the essence of study strategies for the TOEFL iBT testSo please join us.


* This year, the event will be held online using Zoom, so you can participate from home.

 

The TOEFL iBT® test is one of the world’s most successful tests designed to measure the proficiency of non-native English speakers. It comprehensively measures the four skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing.
TOEFL iBT® test scores are widely used by more than 11,500 universities, graduate schools, and educational institutions in 160 countries around the world for study abroad and entrance examinations.
In this seminar, ETS certified trainers will explain not only the basics of the TOEFL iBT® test, but also more effective ways to study to improve your score, using past questions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Date & Time:

Saturday, May 17, 2025 10:00~13:00

Embodiment:

Online (Zoom)
* Please prepare an Internet environment that can access the online course and a computer with a camera and microphone function, and access from a convenient location.

Target:

Students/faculty members of the University Consortium Kyoto

 

Capacity:

50 (first-come, first-served basis)
* Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached.

Lecturer:

U.S. ETS Certified Trainer
Prof. Chiaki Taoka (Associate Professor, Center for Common English Education, Kobe Jogakuin University )

Contents:

・ How to study for the TOEFL test

– Preparation for the four sections of the TOEFL iBT test (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing)

・Effective study methods and teaching materials for the TOEFL iBT® test

*Lectures will be conducted in Japanese.

*The overview of the TOEFL iBT test is omitted, so please be sure to check the materials page sent to you after applying

*This seminar is for those who are just starting to study for TOEFL or those who are just starting out.

Co-organizers: University Consortium Kyoto / ETS Japan G.K.

Contact:
[TOEFL® Test Japan Office]
ETS Japan G.K. https://www.toefl-ibt.jp/test_takers/
Email: event■etsjapan.jp (Please change ■ to @.) )

Notice of recruitment for Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project”

1. Business Overview

Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto are implementing the “University Regional Collaboration Creation and Support Project (nicknamed the Gakumachi Collaboration Project)” to support the efforts by granting support funds to projects and projects that work on urban development and regional revitalization in Kyoto through “collaboration” between universities, students, and local communities.
This year marks the 21st year of the program, which has been implemented since the 16th academic year, with the aim of developing human resources by securing practical education and research opportunities for universities, and for local communities, solving local issues and revitalizing them through the knowledge of the university and the vitality of students.


Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Application Guidelines

2. Target Organizations

An organization or group (*) of students from a university consortium Kyoto member university or junior college, with the majority of members being students and the representative being a student. If the program consists of students from more than one university, the majority of the students are students from a university consortium Kyoto member university or junior college.                                                  * University departments, laboratories, seminars, clubs, student circles (circles composed of students from multiple universities are also possible), etc.

< precautions>
As a general rule, only one project can be applied for from the same organization or group. If there are multiple applications, it may be adopted as a single project or rejected. In addition, even if the application is from another organization or group, if it is considered to be the same business, we will make a decision on how to handle it after confirming the purpose of the project and the necessary confirmation of the affiliated organizations.
* If you are unsure of your decision, please contact us. We will consider it according to the specific details of the application.

3. Target Businesses

With the aim of solving local issues and revitalizing the city of Kyoto, projects that are implemented in Kyoto City during the fiscal year and that meet the following requirements are eligible.
However, political activities, religious activities, activities that promote specific ideas, violent or destructive activities, commercial businesses, etc. are excluded.

【Requirements】
(1) Projects in which organizations and groups collaborate and collaborate with local communities (residents’ organizations, civic activity groups, businesses, etc., mainly in the Kyoto city area) and in which students take the initiative in their activities.                                                                                    

* For new businesses, those that can be expected to collaborate with the local community in the future are also acceptable.
Please contact us if you have not decided on a specific partner at the time of application.                                                        * Collaborative and collaborative projects are activities that collaborate with local organizations to tackle local issues and participate in and support the movements of local organizations.                                                                   * Administrative agencies may be included as collaborators, but cooperation with administrative agencies alone is not possible.
Examples: Health and welfare, social education, community development, promotion of academic, cultural, artistic or sports, environmental conservation,
Surveys and research in various fields such as community safety, citizen lectures, events, etc.

(2) Those who have not received any subsidies or subsidies from Kyoto City other than the Gakumachi Collaboration Project.

4. Amount and number of donations

Up to 300,000 yen / 10-15 cases

* At the results report meeting scheduled to be held in March of Reiwa 7, the implementing organization (1 organization) recognized as the most excellent will be commended (certificates, trophies, and activity incentives of 100,000 yen will be issued separately).

5. About the application

(1) Application period

Reiwa April 2 (Tue) ~ May 31 (Fri) 13:00
* Documents can only be submitted as data, and paper submission is not required.

(2) Reiwa 6 Business recruitment briefing session * Held online

Date: (1) Saturday, April 20, Reiwa 6, 14:00〜
(2) Thursday, May 9, Reiwa 6, 18:00〜
We also accept questions about how to write an application.

             

(3) How to apply

Step 1 Before You Start Writing Your Application

We recommend reading the master plan of the administrative district in which the activity will be carried out! In addition, please listen to the opinions of local people and related government agencies as much as possible regarding the background of the project implementation and the needs of the community. If you have any questions about the basic plan of the ward or points to keep in mind when working in the community, you can also consult with the Regional Power Promotion Office of each ward office or branch.
In addition to reconfirming and sharing your objectives and achievement goals, let’s discuss and think once again within the group whether the business content you are thinking about is the best way to achieve your objectives. In addition, for continuing projects, let’s thoroughly summarize the efforts made so far and organize the points for improvement and novelty so that they can be reflected in the application form.

Step 2 Let’s write an application!

< You can download the application form from the link below>
Reiwa 6 Recruitment Guidelines
Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project” application form (Microsoft Word)
Example of application entry

Points to fill in

★ Let’s check the judging criteria!
Let’s find out what criteria are used to judge the case.

★ What is the purpose of the business? Write down your purpose and local needs.
The group that listened to the opinions of local people and ward offices in step 1 should also write the contents.

★ Who are you working with (or planning to work with)? What is the role of each? Let’s be specific.
The Gakumachi Collaboration emphasizes learning that can be obtained by collaborating with the university, students, and the community toward the same goal. Let’s write carefully about what kind of role the partner will play.

If you have trouble writing application documents…
“It’s an event involving the elderly, but should I take measures against infectious diseases?”, “I want to set up an internet environment, but can I use the support money?” If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact the University Consortium Kyoto. Consultations are also available by phone, email, and online.

Step 3 Register your business outline

Please use the form below to register your business overview.

 

Step 4 Submission of application documents

Please fill out the (1) application form (Microsoft WORD) downloaded in step 2 of this page during the application period, and (2) submit it together with reference data (if available) from the submission form below.
(1) Application document data (Microsoft WORD)
(2) Reference data (up to about 10 pages in A4 size) Please submit it as a PDF. * Only if there is one
* Submission of paper media is not required for both (1) and (2).

 

6. Main Schedule for the Future

Primary screening: After the application deadline ~ mid-June of Reiwa 6
Second screening (public presentation screening): Sunday, June 30, Reiwa 6 * Held at Campus Plaza Kyoto
Notification of support project decision and selection results: Mid-July of Reiwa 6
Certification ceremony and exchange meeting: Mid-July of Reiwa 6 * A certificate will be issued by Kyoto City for the certified project.
Interim report: Mid~end of October 6th year of Reiwa * Submission of documents
Final report: March 7, Reiwa * Submission of documents
Report: Mid ~ end of March 7th year of Reiwa

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL :075-353-9130 FAX: 075-353-9101
MAIL:gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00