【Closed】【For Students, Faculty and Staff in Kyoto】 IELTS Skill Improvement Seminar

The University Consortium Kyoto is pleased to announce that it will hold an IELTS skill improvement seminar for students, faculty and staff belonging to member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto.

This seminar is a valuable opportunity to invite Japan IELTS experts to learn an overview of IELTS, explanations of questions for each skill (writing, reading, listening, speaking), scoring criteria, study methods, etc. from IELTS. We are looking forward to the participation of students belonging to member universities, faculty and staff involved in international exchange, and university professors who want to use as inspiration for English classes.

IELTS is an English language test that is recognised 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, or work.

Re	Thursday, August 3, 2023 10:00~12:30 (Reception starts at 9:45) * There will be a break in the middle.
meeting place	Campus Plaza Kyoto, 4th Floor, Lecture Room 2 Map: https://www.consortium.or.jp/about-cp-kyoto/access
target	Students, faculty and staff members of member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto
Capacity	50 people (pre-registration required) * If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held.
cost	free
substance (planned)	・Outline of the IELTS exam ・Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing Explanation of each section and Effective learning methods ・Q&A *Lectures will be held in Japanese.
lecturer	Ryo Tsukamoto (Author of “80 Patterns of English Can’t Stop!”)
Application	Please fill out the application form below to apply. IELTS Skill Improvement Seminar Application Form
Application Deadline	Thursday, July 20, 2023, noon

Event flyer: IELTS skill-up seminar 2023

(Request to Participants)
〇 Please refrain from participating if you have symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, or if you are not feeling well.

< Inquiries> University Consortium Kyoto International Business DepartmentTEL
: (075) 353-9164 FAX: (075) 353-9101
E-mail: kokusai ■ consortium.or.jp (Please change ■ to @)

Call for Participation in 2024 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training

This is a training program for university faculty and staff to learn English that can be used in work and foreign cultures

6/28 (Fri) Application deadline

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 faculty and staff to improve their skills by providing training to improve their English proficiency through case studies that assume various situations and cultural training such as Chinese culture and Islamic culture.

Outline of the event

* The 5th session will be one training course for the first and second half of the course.

Session 1: Saturday, July 20, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face lecture
Communication Skills at University (English Level: Beginner) Lecturer
: Owen Mark Kozlowski

Session 2: Saturday, July 27, 2024, 9:30-16:0 [Culture] *Online
Training for
understanding Chinese cultureLecturer: Mr. Mao Xinghua

Session 3: Saturday, August 24, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Culture] *Online
Training in Islamic culture with a focus on Southeast Asian countries
Lecturer: Ms. Hangarda Briyahita

Session 4: Saturday, September 14, 2024 and Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 13:30-16:30 [Language] *Online
Business English Literacy₊: Cross-Cultural Understanding and Communication in English at University (English Level: Intermediate and Advanced Level) Lecturer
: Mikako Nishikawa, Associate Professor, Nagasaki University

Session 5: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face lecture
ENGLISH EXPRESSIONS THAT CAN BE USED IN EMAIL & WEB (ENGLISH LEVEL: BEGINNER)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

Session 6: Saturday, November 30, 2024, 9:30-16:30 [Language] *Face-to-face lecture
MEETING AND DISCUSSION (ENGLISH LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE ~ ADVANCED)
Lecturer: Mr. Glenn Greggas

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

>>2024 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Detail Page

*Please note that if there are many applicants, a lottery will be held.
* The decision on whether or not to attend the course will be announced at the beginning of July after the application deadline.

University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department
TEL：(075)353-9164 ／ FAX：(075)353-9101
e-mail: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)

【For Students】2023 Presentation on Kyoto in English Outline of Implementation

“What is the charm of Kyoto?” and “What kind of country is Japan?” Why don’t you actually experience the traditional culture of Japan and learn the know-how to give a presentation about Kyoto and Japan in English so that you can introduce Kyoto and Japan culture in English when asked by people from overseas?
You are planning to study abroad, are interested in studying abroad in the future, or want to explain Kyoto and Japan to people overseas in Japan… Mr./Ms., please join us!
　　　
~~Outline of “Presentation on Kyoto in English” ~~

A total of six half-day training sessions will be held to learn English expressions about Kyoto’s tourist attractions and the traditional culture of Kyoto and Japan.

◎ Embodiment: Face-to-face ◎ Time: 13:30 ~ 17:00 (with break) ◎ Training days and scheduled contents (6 sessions in total):
1. Saturday, May 27, 2023 :(1) Ice Break, Introduction to Japan and Kyoto ~Learn about Japan and Kyoto in English~
(2) Learn expressions that explain traditional Japan culture in English
2. Saturday, June 3, 2023: Traditional Culture (1) Hands-on experience of flower arrangement
3. Saturday, June 10, 2023: Garden tour (Heian Jingu Shrine)
4. Saturday, June 17, 2023: Traditional culture (2) Hands-on experience of the tea ceremony
5. Saturday, June 24, 2023: Learn about Kyoto’s famous places, events, food, clothing, housing, education, etc. in Japan and Kyoto.
Discuss with international students
6. Saturday, July 8, 2023: Personal presentation

◎ Eligibility: All of the following conditions must be met.
1. Be a Japan student at a member university or junior college of the University Consortium Kyoto
(It does not matter what course you are enrolled in (undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral program))
2. Ability to participate in all training sessions
3. Your English score must be one of the following:
IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL iBT 63 / TOEIC 650 / Eiken Pre-1st Grade 4. Interested
in international exchange and cross-cultural understanding

◎ Capacity: 15 people
◎ Course fee: 5,000 yen (total amount for all 6 sessions, including reference materials and actual training expenses)
* Please pay in cash (with as little change as possible) on Saturday, May 27 for the first time.
* Please bear the transportation and other expenses related to the course.
◎ Application period: April 7, 2023 (Friday) ~ April 21, 2023 (Friday) noon 〆 [Application closed]　
* If there are a large number of applicants, we will notify you by mass e-mail in early May whether or not you can participate.
◎ Application guidelines: Please apply from this application form.

We look forward to hearing from you!

◎ Notes:
* Please note that the method and content of the event may be changed depending on the spread of the new coronavirus infection.
In the case of online training (there is a possibility that some of the training will be face-to-face), it is essential to have an Internet connection that can access the online training and a computer environment with camera and microphone functions.
* The implementation of the “Kyoto PR Student Ambassador” has not yet been decided in the 2023 academic year. (The decision will be made by the start of the training and will be communicated to the participants.) ）

Seminar on Sharing Examples of Internationalization Initiatives by Member Universities

As part of the project to support the globalization of faculty and staff, the Kyoto International Business Department of the University Consortium is working to share examples of efforts by member universities for internationalization.

We are pleased to announce that the International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department) is planning to hold a member exchange seminar on the theme of “Acceptance of Students from Kyiv, Ukraine”, but at the same time, it will be positioned as a seminar to share examples of efforts for internationalization by the Consortium of Universities Kyoto member universities.

【Theme】

“Support for the acceptance of Ukrainian and Kyiv students, including governments, companies, schools, etc. ~With the voices of those who have actually evacuated~”

Currently, various companies, organizations, schools, etc. in Kyoto City are providing various forms of support to people evacuated from Ukraine, including Kyiv City. The University Consortium Kyoto and the International Student Study Kyoto Network are participating as advisory organizations in the “Ukraine-Kyiv Kyoto Citizen Support Network,” which is organized by Kyoto City, the Kyoto City International Association, and the Kyoto Kyiv Exchange Association.

On the day of the event, we are planning a roundtable discussion with one Ukrainian about his evacuation experience and representatives of various support groups. We hope that this seminar will not only lead to further promotion of support for students in Kyiv, Ukraine, etc., but will also deepen the understanding of students facing various difficulties around the world, and will be of some help as an opportunity to open up many perspectives, such as further raising the international awareness of each member.

【Target】
Faculty and staff of Kyoto member universities of the University Consortium
* Faculty and staff of international departments or faculty members who are interested in the internationalization of the university

【Date & Time】
Thursday, February 2, 2023 14:00~16:00 (tentative)

(1) Support from Kyoto City (Support Network Secretariat)

Kyoto City General Planning Bureau, International Exchange and Coexistence Promotion Office

(2) Experiences of Ukrainian evacuees

Ms. Furmanova Polina (Former Kyoto University International Student)

(3) Roundtable discussion by each support group

Kyoto University of Advanced Science (Lecturer, Research Institute) Ukraine Project Leader Michael Smith

Kyoto Minsai Japanese School (Planning & Development Department Manager) Mr. Nobuo Sumita

Hotel Kanra Kyoto (General Manager) Naoki Kondo

Kyoto City International Association, Business Division, Sigal Olena

[Implementation method]
Online (using Zoom) from the Internet environment

[Number of participants]
No upper limit

[How to apply]

Application form (click here) ）

* If the application form is not available, please contact us at the address below.

【Application Deadline】

Tuesday, January 24 until 12:00 p.m.

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

Recruitment of Companies Accepting Internships for International Students in 2023 (Organizer: International Student Study Kyoto Network)

2023 Internship Acceptance Companies and Organizations for International Students

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto)

Since 2016, the International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: Kyoto International Business Department, University Consortium) has been conducting an internship program for international students living in the Kyoto area. In this internship program, we are looking for companies and organizations that can accept international students. We are looking forward to receiving applications from Kyoto companies and organizations that are interested in hiring international students in the future.

*For more information on the International Student Study Kyoto Network, please refer to https://www.studykyoto.jp/ja/aboutus/ here.
* Flyer for accepting companies and organizations

Purpose and Features

This program provides opportunities for international students living in the Kyoto area who are aiming to find employment at Japan companies to deepen their understanding of the business contents and attractiveness of companies and organizations in the Kyoto area (especially mid-tier enterprises and SMEs/organizations) through work experience, and aims to promote their motivation to hire and find employment through mutual understanding between international students and companies and organizations, and to establish international students in the Kyoto area after employment. For host companies and organizations, there are various benefits such as revitalizing the company by accepting international students, accumulating experience in accepting foreign employees, and PR to international students. In addition, for international students, understanding the corporate culture and work style in Japan will help them acquire the ability to find employment and play an active role in Japan.

Eligible companies

Approximately 40 companies and organizations with headquarters, branch offices, offices, etc. in Kyoto Prefecture that can accept international students in Kyoto Prefecture

* We are looking forward to receiving applications from companies and organizations that agree with the “Appendix: Ideas that we would like to see accepted by accepting companies and organizations”.

*Please consider accepting 1~2 international students per company or organization. If you are not matched with an international student, we will not ask you to accept them unreasonably.

Eligible International Students

International Students in the Kyoto RegionInternational Students Enrolled in Study Kyoto Network Member Schools
(Including those enrolled in vocational schools and those enrolled in Japanese schools who have graduated or completed a higher education institution in their home country, etc.) ）

* Selection and matching will be conducted by interview.

* For participating international students, we will check their Japanese language proficiency and motivation to work in Japan, and conduct preliminary training on business etiquette and compliance before dispatching.

Period of employment

You will be provided with the opportunity to experience work during the period of early August ~ late September 2023 (during the summer vacation of students and students).

* For details such as the actual employment period of international students, such as activities outside the status of residence, please consult with the person in charge of the project.

Acceptance Criteria

(1) Paid internship

This is a paid internship based on a worker dispatch contract. As a general rule, we ask that you provide work experience opportunities of 80 hours or more.

*International students are allowed to work within the scope of “permission to engage in activities other than those permitted under the status of residence (28 hours per week)” during the class period, but can work up to 40 hours per week during the summer vacation. Please note that the summer vacation period varies depending on the school to which the international student belongs, so please contact us as appropriate

Burden of companies and organizations: Dispatch fee (¥1,190 per hour), student transportation fee (actual expenses up to ¥1,000 per day) * Once the dispatched international student is confirmed, a worker dispatch contract will be concluded with the management contractor (dispatch company) of this program. As a result, various procedures such as social insurance are not required by the host company or organization, and the procedure is extremely simple compared to direct employment by the host company or organization.

(2) Unpaid internship

This is a project implemented as an agreement-type internship in which an agreement regarding the acceptance of internships is concluded between the host company or organization and the International Student Study Kyoto Network Secretariat. During the implementation period, we ask that you provide work experience opportunities for at least 3 days and 40 hours in principle. In addition, we also ask that you set up no more than 30% of the time for the entire program for the purpose of understanding the company and the profession for the purpose of engaging in production activities.

Burden of companies and organizations: In principle, there is no such expense, but please bear expenses such as transportation expenses during the period.

Flow after application by the host company / organization

After applying for participation in this program, the temporary staffing agency will proceed with specific administrative procedures.

(1) Acceptance of registration for companies and organizations (deadline: Friday, May 19)

*Click here to apply.

(2) Confirmation and decision of program contents: Late April ~ June 2 (Fri)

(3) Exchange meetings between host companies and organizations and international students

You will be asked to answer questions from international students about your business and the work you are in charge of. After the exchange meeting, international students submit their wishes to the secretariat of the company or organization where they will work for the internship.

Date: Saturday, June 17, 2023

(4) Selection and matching through individual interviews with international students by the secretariat (late June ~ early July)

(5) Notification of matching results between international students and companies and organizations (early July)

(6) Face-to-face visits to companies and organizations (late July ~ early August)

(7) Confirmation of host students, various procedures (paid: dispatch contract, unpaid: conclusion of agreements, etc.) (late July ~ as needed)

(8) Pre-training for participating international students (international students will participate on Tuesday, August 8 and Wednesday, August 9)

(9) Employment at the host company or organization (Monday, August 14 ~ Sunday, September 24)

(10) Post-training for participating international students (Saturday, October 28)

(11) Achievement debriefing and networking events for international students, companies, organizations, etc. (Saturday, November 11)

How to apply

Please fill out the application form (click here).

If you are unable to use the application form, please contact us using the contact information below.

* After confirming the contents, the management contractor (dispatch company) will contact the companies and organizations that have applied for the event regarding whether or not they can participate.

Inquiries about this project in general

International Student Study Kyoto Network Secretariat

University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department (Murono and Murata)

TEL: 075-353-9164 FAX: 075-353-9101 *Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

Email:kyoto-nw◆consortium.or.jp *Please replace ◆ with @.

(Finished) [For Students] 10/15 (Sat) “TOEFL iBT® Test Online Skill Improvement Seminar”

ETS Japan, the TOEFL test office in Japan, and the University Consortium Kyoto will hold an online seminar by ETS-certified trainers for university students who are considering taking the TOEFL iBT test (limited to students affiliated with member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto).
If you are starting to study for TOEFL in order to study abroad in the future, if you are planning to take the iBT test, or if you have taken the test and want to further improve your score, please join us!
This year’s event will be held online using Zoom, so you can participate from home.

Participation is free.
The application deadline is 3 p.m. on Friday, October 7, but we will close as soon as the capacity is reached, so please apply as soon as possible. (Closed)

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.

Click here for seminar outline → 20221015 University Consortium Kyoto TOEFL iBT Skill Up Flyer

Date & Time:	Saturday, October 15, 2022 10:00~13:00 (Zoom entry starts at 9:30~) * Take breaks as appropriate
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 enrolled in a member university of the University Consortium Kyoto who fall under the following categories: ・Those who are starting to study for TOEFL or those who are planning to take the iBT test ・ Those who have taken the exam and aim to further improve their score
Capacity:	50 (first-come, first-served basis) * Please note that it will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached. (Closed)
Lecturer:	U.S. ETS Certified Trainer Prof. Chiaki Taoka (Full-time Lecturer, Center for Common English Education, Kobe Jogakuin University )
Contents:	– Introduction of questions specific to the TOEFL iBT test – Preparation for the four sections of the TOEFL iBT test (Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing) ・Introduction of effective learning methods and teaching materials *Lectures will be conducted in Japanese.

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

Contact:
[TOEFL®テスト日本事務局]　
ETS Japan G.K. https://www.toefl-ibt.jp/test_takers/
Email: event■etsjapan.jp (Please replace ■ with @.) ）

IELTS Skill Improvement Seminar for Students and Faculty

Re	Thursday, August 4, 2022 10:00~13:00 (Reception starts at 9:45)
meeting place	Campus Plaza Kyoto, 5th Floor, Lecture Room 1 Map: https://www.consortium.or.jp/about-cp-kyoto/access
target	Students, faculty and staff members of member universities of the University Consortium Kyoto
Capacity	50 people (pre-registration required) * If there are many applicants, a lottery will be held.
substance (planned)	10:00 ~ 10:05 Greetings from the organizer 10:05 ~ 10:45 Exam Overview, Reading Explanation, Tips 10:45 ~ 11:15 Speaking Explanation 11 :15 ~ 11:30 Break 11:30 ～ 12:05 Listening CommentaryTips 12:05 ～ 12:40 Lighting CommentaryTips 12:40 ～ 12:55　Q&A 12:55 ～ 13:00 EikenInformation on IELTS
Application	Please fill out the application form below to apply. IELTS Skill Improvement Seminar Application Form
deadline	Thursday, July 21, 2022 [Application has been closed.] 】
cost	free

* Please note that from the viewpoint of preventing the spread of new coronavirus infections, this event may be canceled (or postponed) even at the last minute. In the event of cancellation or change, we will contact you at the registered email address at the time of application.

(Precautions for Participants)
〇 When entering and exiting the museum, please disinfect your hands with alcohol and measure your temperature.
〇 Please refrain from participating if you have a temperature of 37.5 degrees or higher (those who live with you), or if you have symptoms such as cough or runny nose.
〇 Please refrain from participating if you have had close contact with a person with a new coronavirus infection within 14 days.
〇 We ask for your cooperation in wearing a non-woven mask.

IELTS Skill Improvement Seminar 2022

< Inquiries> University Consortium Kyoto International Business Department
TEL: (075) 353-9164 FAX: (075) 353-9101
E-mail: kokusai ■ consortium.or.jp (Please change ■ to @)

Call for Participation in 2022 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training

This year, we plan to hold two courses in person and five courses online.
We look forward to your participation.

6/30 (Thu) Application deadline

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

* Only the 2nd and 3rd sessions will be face-to-face courses, and the rest will be online courses using ZOOM. In addition, the 6th and 7th sessions will be one training course for the first and second half.

Session 1: Saturday, July 23, 2022, 9:30-16:30
Meeting and Discussion (English Level: Intermediate ~ Advanced) Lecturer
: Mr. Marco Lobo

Session 2: Saturday, July 30, 2022, 9:30-16:30
Everyday Communication (English Level: Beginner) Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

Session 3: Saturday, August 6, 2022, 9:30-16:30
E-mail Training (English Level: Beginner)
Lecturer: Mr. Owen Mark Kozlowski

Session 4: Saturday, August 27, 2022, 9:30-16:30 [Culture]
Training for understanding Chinese culture (language level is not required)
Lecturer: Mr. Mao Xinghua

Session 5: Saturday, September 3, 2022, 9:30-16:30
Islamic culture training with a focus on Southeast Asian countries (regardless of language level) Lecturer
: Ms. Hangarda Priyahita

Session 6: Wednesday, September 7 and 14, 2022, 9:30-12:30 [Language]
Active Learning Exercise: How to Teach Subjects Using English (English Level: Intermediate ~ Advanced) *For Teachers
Lecturer: Nagasaki University Associate Professor Mikako Nishikawa

Session 7: Wednesday, September 7 and 14, 2022, 13:30-16:30 [Language]
Business English Literacy: Cross-Cultural Understanding and Communication in English at University (English Level: Intermediate ~ Advanced)
Lecturer: Mikako Nishikawa, Associate Professor, Nagasaki University

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

>>2022 Faculty and Staff Skill Improvement Training Detail Page

University Consortium Kyoto, International Business Department
TEL：(075)353-9164 ／ FAX：(075)353-9101
e-mail: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)

【For faculty and staff】2022 International Student Employment Support Online Study Session (Information)

The International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: University Consortium Kyoto) will hold an “Online Study Session for International Student Employment Support” for faculty and staff as follows.

In this briefing session, we will introduce employment support projects for international students implemented by public institutions in Kyoto.

We will set aside time for participants to exchange opinions, share their worries and issues as the person in charge, introduce case studies, and ask questions to find clues to solve problems.

Please use this as an opportunity to share information about our efforts to support the employment of international students and to build a network of international student supporters.

We look forward to your participation.

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Date & Time: Thursday, April 21, 2022 (Reiwa 4) 14:00~16:15 (Reception 13:45~)

Format: Online (using Zoom)

Target: Faculty and staff of universities, junior colleges, vocational schools, and Japanese language schools in Kyoto

(Faculty and staff who are involved in or interested in supporting the employment of international students)

Capacity: 30 people (application on a first-come, first-served basis, deadline as soon as capacity is reached)

Contents: Introduction of employment support projects, opinion exchange meetings

　　　　Click here for details

Admission: Free

How to apply: Please apply by either the application form or e-mail.

（1） Application Form

(2) To apply by e-mail, the title is “Application for participation in the 2022 International Student Employment Support Online Study Session”.

Please fill in the following items (1) ~ (5) and send it to the secretariat [kyoto-nw@consortium.or.jp].

(1) Name of participant (multiple people can apply, individual sign-in is required for participation)

(2) Affiliation (name of school) (3) Department/Position (4) Issues and opinions regarding employment support for international students at your own university, etc.

(5) Whether or not you wish to exchange business cards online

(* The personal information received will be used only for the purpose of the operation of the Society.) ）

International Student Study Kyoto Network (Secretariat: International Affairs Department, University Consortium Kyoto)

　TEL：075-353-9164　　FAX：075-353-9101

　E-mail：kyoto-nw@consortium.or.jp

【For Students】2022 Kyoto Presentation in English

“What is the charm of Kyoto?” and “What kind of country is Japan?” Why don’t you actually experience the traditional culture of Japan and learn the know-how to give a presentation about Kyoto and Japan in English so that you can introduce Kyoto and Japan culture in English when asked by people from overseas?
Although we are in the midst of the Corona disaster, we are planning to study abroad in the future, are interested in studying abroad, or want to explain Kyoto and Japan to people overseas in Japan … Mr./Ms., please join us!
　　　
~~Outline of “Presentation on Kyoto in English” ~~

A total of six half-day training sessions will be held to learn English expressions about Kyoto’s tourist attractions and the traditional culture of Kyoto and Japan.
Embodiment: Face-to-face Time: 13:30~17:00 (with break)
Training Dates and Scheduled Contents (6 sessions in total):
1. Saturday, May 28, 2022 :(1) Ice Break, Introduction to Japan and Kyoto ~Learn about Japan and Kyoto in English~
(2) Learn expressions that explain traditional Japan culture in English
2. Saturday, June 4, 2022: Traditional Culture (1) Hands-on experience of the tea ceremony
3. Saturday, June 11, 2022: Traditional Culture (2) Hands-on experience of flower arrangement
4. Saturday, June 18, 2022: Garden tour (Wu 鄰菴)
5. Saturday, July 2, 2022: Learn about Kyoto’s famous places, events, food, clothing, housing, education, etc. in Japan and Kyoto.
Discuss with international students
6. Saturday, July 9, 2022: Personal Presentation

◎ Eligibility: All of the following conditions must be met.
1. Must be a Japan student at a member university or junior college of the University Consortium Kyoto
(It does not matter what course you are enrolled in (undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral program))
2. Ability to participate in all training sessions
3. Your English score must be one of the following:
IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL iBT 63 / TOEIC 650 4
. Interested in international exchange and cross-cultural understanding

◎ Capacity: about 20 people
◎ Fee: 5,000 yen (total amount for all 6 sessions, including reference materials and actual expenses for exercises)
* Please pay in cash (as little change as possible) on Saturday, May 28 for the first time.
* Please bear the transportation and other expenses related to the course.
◎ Application period: April 8, 2022 (Friday) ~ April 27, 2022 (Wednesday) 12:00〆《Application has ended》　
* If there are a large number of applicants, we will notify you by mass e-mail in early May whether or not you can participate.
◎ Application guidelines:
Please apply using this application form.

We look forward to hearing from you!

◎ Notes:
* Please note that in light of the social situation regarding self-restraint of events to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infections, the holding of this project may be canceled (or postponed) or the content may be changed even at the last minute.
In the case of online training (there is a possibility that some of the training will be face-to-face), it is essential to have an Internet connection that can access the online training and a computer environment with camera and microphone functions.

* The implementation of the “Kyoto PR Student Ambassador” has not yet been decided in the 2022 academic year. (The decision will be made by the start of the training and will be communicated to the participants.) ）