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- Apply now for:
- October 2024
- Deadline to apply:
- Mid May 2024
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Flexible Class Schedule
You are able to request an AM or PM class schedule based on your needs.
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Wifi Available
Rest assured that this school has wifi available.
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Part-time Job Support
This school introduces part-time job opportunities so you can work while studying.
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Higher Education Counselling
This school provides specialized counseling to prepare and apply to colleges and universities after graduation.
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Career Support
Counselors are available to provide specialized support for full-time employment after graduation.
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Dormitories Available
This school introduces affordable shared living spaces.
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Apartments Available
This school introduces private apartments.
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Homestay Available
This school introduces local Japanese families where students can live while studying.
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In-School Activities
This school organizes regular interactive & cultural activities in the school.
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Out-of-School Activities
This school organizes out-of-school day-trips, excursions and events throughout the year.
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Student Lounge
Space outside of the classroom is available for students to interact casually and/or study.
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School Introduction
The Japan International Language Academy (J-ILA) Kyoto campus is located in one of the most famous cities in Japan. For students who want to be surrounded by historical buildings, magnificent shrines and living in the heart of traditional Japanese culture, this is the place to go.
In J-ILA schools, the educational philosophy is based on unity, global communication and the pursuit of personal development for each student. In addition, their teaching method is based on real conversations and situations that you will face in Japan. Moreover, the high reviews from universities and technical schools praising the Japanese language skills of J-ILA graduates are enough to give confidence in their teaching method.
| Class Size: | Min 15 |
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| School Staff Support Languages: | English, Chinese, Nepal, Vietnamese, Korean |
| Enrolment Terms: | January, April, July, October |
| Minimum Course Duration: | 1 year |
Main Features
- Scholarship support
- The school may award scholarships to the most diligent students.
- Career and educational guidance
- With tours of Japanese companies, universities or vocational schools, J-ILA also provides one-on-one career and educational guidance to all students.
- Enriched experience of Japanese culture
- The school provides extracurricular activities on a regular basis as well as exchange events with students.
- School dormitories
- Located next to the school, the dormitories are fully equipped for an easy move in.
School Location
The school is located in the heart of Kyoto and is surrounded with all the necessary shops, interesting restaurants or the Kyoto Imperial Palace at 12 minutes by bus, the Kyoto Tower at 20 minutes walk or even the famous Senbon Torii at only 20 minutes by train.
Nearest Station:
Kyoto Municipal Subway “Gojo Station” Exit 2 (3 minutes walk)
Available Courses
- Higher Education Admission Preparation Courses
- Preparation for work courses
Higher Education Admission Preparation Courses
Course Description
This J-ILA course is designed for students who wish to pursue higher education in Japan. From beginner to fluent level, by the end of this course you will be able to read a Japanese novel or book with professional content, watch Japanese broadcasts, speak with correct pronunciation, write a thesis and be ready to take entrance exams to universities, vocational or graduate schools.
The following courses are available in Fukuoka:
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1
2-year course
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2
1 year and 9 months course
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3
1 year and 6 months course
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4
1 year and 3 months course (To enroll in this course an intermediate level of Japanese is required.)
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5
1 year course (To enroll in this course an intermediate level of Japanese is required.)
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
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| April | 2 years 1 year |
Early July | Mid November |
| July | 1 year 9 months | Early October | Mid February |
| October | 1 year and 6 months | Early January | Mid May |
| January | 1 year and 3 months | Early April | Mid August |
Morning or afternoon classes:
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:10 to 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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EJU exam preparation course
Get prepared to pass the admissions exams to Japanese universities, vocational or graduate schools.
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JLPT preparation courses
By the end of the program, you will be prepared to pass the JLPT N1.
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 2-year course | ¥1,320,000 |
| 1 year 9 months course | ¥1,155,000 |
| 1 year 6 months course | ¥990,000 |
| 1 year 3 months course | ¥825,000 |
| 1 year course | ¥660,000 |
| Other fees | |
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| Enrollment fee | ¥88,000 |
| Material fee | ¥22,000 (2 years) ¥19,250 (1 year 9 months) ¥16,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥13,750 (1 year 3 months) ¥11,000 (1 year) |
| Equipment costs | ¥39,600 (2 years) ¥34,100 (1 year 9 months) ¥28,600 (1 year 6 months) ¥25,850 (1 year 3 months) ¥23,100 (1 year) |
| Extracurricular activity costs | ¥25,300 (2 years) ¥22,550 (1 year 9 months) ¥19,800 (1 year 6 months) ¥17,050 (1 year 3 months) ¥14,300 (1 year) |
| Insurance fee | ¥20,000 (2 years) ¥17,500 (1 year 9 months) ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥12,500 (1 year 3 months) ¥10,000 (1 year) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Preparation for work courses
Course Description
The J-ILA course for work is a special course for students who wish to improve their current Japanese communication skills while learning the Japanese business culture and language, current affairs and understanding the mechanism of Japanese society. By the end of it, you will not only be able to work effectively in a Japanese company but will also be prepared to take entrance exams to universities, vocational schools or colleges.
The goal is for you to reach at least JLPT N2 level by the end of the program.
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1
1-year course (To enroll in this course an intermediate level of Japanese is required)
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2
1 year and 6 months course
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
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| April | 1 year | Early July | Mid November |
| October | 1 year and 6 months | Early January | Mid May |
Morning or afternoon classes:
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:10 to 17:00 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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EJU exam preparation course
Get prepared to pass the admissions exams to Japanese universities, vocational or graduate schools.
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JLPT N3~N2 preparation courses
By the end of the program, you will be prepared to pass the JLPT N2 known as the Business level.
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Business language skills
You will learn the specific language used in Japanese firms such as the honorifics.
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 1-year 6 months course | ¥990,000 |
| 1-year course | ¥660,000 |
| Other fees | |
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| Enrollment fee | ¥88,000 |
| Material fee | ¥16,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥11,000 (1 year) |
| Equipment costs | ¥22,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥16,500 (1 year) |
| Extracurricular activity costs | ¥16,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥11,000 (1 year) |
| Insurance fee | ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥10,000 (1 year) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Our Free Services
For this reason, we provide all of these services at not cost to you.
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School & Visa
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Free Japanese
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Accommodation
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24-Hour
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