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- Apply now for:
- October 2024
- Deadline to apply:
- February 2024
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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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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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School Introduction
First Study Japanese Language School helps students achieve their goals in Japan through tailored Japanese courses and comprehensive support. With campuses in Osaka and Izumiotsu, the school offers accessible locations and services like dormitories, job assistance, visa guidance, and counseling.
Specialized programs prepare students for university, vocational school, national qualifications, or employment, with additional support through mock exams, interview training, and internships. The school emphasizes language mastery, personal growth, and fostering globally capable individuals ready to contribute to society.
| Total Number of Students: | 550 |
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| Class Size: | 8~9 |
| School Staff Support Languages: | English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, Nepalese, Hindi, Indonesian, Portuguese, Spanish, Bhutanese |
| Enrolment Terms: | April, July, October, January |
| Minimum Course Duration: | Long Term: 1 Year |
Main Features
- Multi-faceted student support system
- Unlike the usual rules in Japanese language schools, First Study students have 3 options for paying tuition every 6 months, every 3 months, or monthly. In addition, the school has a graduation policy that includes a fee reduction for higher education, and job placement opportunities at reputable companies in Japan.
- Professional teachers and dedicated staff
- A variety of post-graduate-oriented courses such as finding a job or seeking higher education; Students can participate in additional study of subjects including mathematics, physics, and chemistry free of charge alongside their normal curricula; enthusiastic and devoted staff provide guidance for international students in their daily lives, from accommodation, eating, living, etc.
- Student pass rate
- For many consecutive years, the number of their students who enter & eventually graduate universities and graduate schools is a pride of the school, and a testament to the quality and prestige of the teaching.
School Location
Osaka School Nearest Stations:
Tamatsukuri station (4-minute walk)
Morinomiya station (5-minute walk)
Izumiotsu School Nearest Station:
Izumiotsu station (2-minute walk)
Available Courses
- University, Junior college (Diploma) Course
- National Qualified Nursing Welfare and Care Course
- Japan Employment Support Course
- Academic Japanese Course
University, Junior college (Diploma) Course
Course Description
The University, Junior college (Diploma) Course is designed for students that want to enter a Japanese university, junior college or masters program. The focus of this course is on JLPT N1 and N2 preparatory and students can choose EJU preparation classes as electives.
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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 course (To enroll in this course an intermediate level of Japanese is required)
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 1 year / 2 years | 9 Months before intake |
6 Months before intake |
| July | 1 year 9 months | ||
| October | 1 year 6 months | ||
| January | 1 year 3 months |
Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 17:20 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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JLPT
Students will take the JLPT twice a year with the final goal to archive N1/N2
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CAREER GUIDANCE
The school organizes teamwork activities and events in the HR field and students can also consult with homeroom teachers
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HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT
The school invites universities, junior colleges and vocational schools for guidance meetings and gives individual guidance too
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EJU
Students take classes to prepare for the university entrance exam in Japanese, Math, Science and general subjects
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
|---|---|
| 1 Year | ¥684,000 |
| 1 Year 6 Months | ¥1,026,000 |
| 1 Year 9 Months | ¥1,197,000 |
| 2 Years | ¥1,368,000 |
| Other fees | |
|---|---|
| Screening fee | ¥51,000 |
| Enrollment fee | ¥86,000 |
| Insurance | ¥10,000 (1 year) ¥15,800 (1 year 6 months) ¥17,900 (1 year 9 months) ¥20,000 (2 years) |
| Textbooks | ¥50,500 (1 year) ¥62,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥70,500 (1 year 9 months) ¥75,000 (2 years) |
| Health Check-Up | ¥7,500 (1 year) ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥15,000 (1 year 9 months) ¥15,000 (2 years) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
National Qualified Nursing Welfare and Care Course
Course Description
The National Qualified Nursing Welfare and Care Course is designed for students that wish to become nurses.
Students will enter a nursing school after reaching JLPT N2, which will be fully covered by a scholarship. Because the First Study Language school has partnerships with many nursing schools, students will have many options.
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 1 year / 2 years | 9 Months before intake |
6 Months before intake |
| July | 1 year 9 months | ||
| October | 1 year 6 months | ||
| January | 1 year 3 months |
Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 17:20 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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JLPT
Students will take the JLPT twice a year with the final goal to archive N1/N2
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CAREER GUIDANCE
The school organizes teamwork activities and events in the HR field and students can also consult with homeroom teachers
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PAID INTERNSHIP
Paid internship after getting N3
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NURSING TERMINOLOGY CLASS
Students learn nursing terminology to prepare for their job
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 1 Year | ¥684,000 |
| 1 Year 6 Months | ¥1,026,000 |
| 1 Year 9 Months | ¥1,197,000 |
| 2 Years | ¥1,368,000 |
| Other fees | |
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| Screening fee | ¥51,000 |
| Enrollment fee | ¥86,000 |
| Insurance | ¥10,000 (1 year) ¥15,800 (1 year 6 months) ¥17,900 (1 year 9 months) ¥20,000 (2 years) |
| Textbooks | ¥50,500 (1 year) ¥62,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥70,500 (1 year 9 months) ¥75,000 (2 years) |
| Health Check-Up | ¥7,500 (1 year) ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥15,000 (1 year 9 months) ¥15,000 (2 years) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Japan Employment Support Course
Course Description
The Japan Employment Support Course is only designed for graduates from architecture, civil engineering, IT or mechanical specialties univ course, because people with these skills have higher job employment chances in Japan. This course does not only teach general Japanese to pass the JLPT, but also teaches terminologies in their skilled fields.
This program includes a paid internship after reaching N3.
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 1 year / 2 years | 9 Months before intake |
6 Months before intake |
| July | 1 year 9 months | ||
| October | 1 year 6 months | ||
| January | 1 year 3 months |
Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 17:20 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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JLPT
Students will take the JLPT twice a year with the final goal to archive N1/N2
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CAREER GUIDANCE
The school organizes teamwork activities and events in the HR field and students can also consult with homeroom teachers
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PAID INTERNSHIP
Paid internship after getting N3
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TERMINOLOGY CLASS IN EACH FIELD
Terminology course in each field such as IT, Architecture,
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 1 Year | ¥684,000 |
| 1 Year 6 Months | ¥1,026,000 |
| 1 Year 9 Months | ¥1,197,000 |
| 2 Years | ¥1,368,000 |
| Other fees | |
|---|---|
| Screening fee | ¥51,000 |
| Enrollment fee | ¥86,000 |
| Insurance | ¥10,000 (1 year) ¥15,800 (1 year 6 months) ¥17,900 (1 year 9 months) ¥20,000 (2 years) |
| Textbooks | ¥50,500 (1 year) ¥62,500 (1 year 6 months) ¥70,500 (1 year 9 months) ¥75,000 (2 years) |
| Health Check-Up | ¥7,500 (1 year) ¥15,000 (1 year 6 months) ¥15,000 (1 year 9 months) ¥15,000 (2 years) |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Academic Japanese Course
Course Description
The Academic Japanese course is for students of various levels N5~N1 who do not have a student visa, but other valid visas such as the working holiday or resident visa.
Throughout this course students learn academic Japanese to be able to enter a Japanese university or other higher education institutions and to be able to pass proficiency tests such as the JLPT.
Enrolment Periods & Duration
| Intake | Duration | Application Start Date | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 1 year / 2 years | 9 Months before intake |
6 Months before intake |
| July | 1 year 9 months | ||
| October | 1 year 6 months | ||
| January | 1 year 3 months |
Morning or afternoon classes (depending on availability):
- Morning classes are held from 9:00 to 12:50 (Monday to Friday)
- Afternoon classes are held from 13:30 to 17:20 (Monday to Friday)
Course Features & Electives
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JLPT
Students will take the JLPT twice a year with the final goal to archive N1/N2
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CAREER GUIDANCE
The school organizes teamwork activities and events in the HR field and students can also consult with homeroom teachers
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HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPORT
The school invites universities, junior colleges and vocational schools for guidance meetings and gives individual guidance too
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EJU
Students take classes to prepare for the university entrance exam in Japanese, Math, Science and general subjects
Tuition Fees
| Tuition fees | |
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| 1 month | ¥57,000 |
| Other fees | |
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| Enrollment fee | ¥22,000 |
| Textbooks | Not included |
Because our counselling service is free,
the tuition fees listed here will be the same as the school’s original tuition fees.
Student Demographics
| Vietnam |
52.9% |
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| Indonesia |
13.3% |
| India |
10.5% |
| China |
7.5% |
| Sri Lanka |
2.7% |
| Uzbekistan |
2.5% |
| Mongolia |
2.2% |
| Bangladesh |
1.6% |
| Brazil, Poland, Myanmar |
1.1% |
| Philippines |
0.9% |
| Laos, Canada, Cameron |
0.2% |
Our Free Services
For this reason, we provide all of these services at not cost to you.
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School & Visa
Application Support -
Free Japanese
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Accommodation
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24-Hour
Emergency Assistance
