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Japan: Waseda University

Waseda University, founded in 1882, is one of Japan's largest institutions of higher education and advanced research. It is a private university with almost 53,000 students, of which approximately 4,900 are international students. The university is spread on nine campuses over the capital Tokyo.

University in brief

Language of instruction: Japanese, English. Different requirements depending on study area: waseda.jp/inst/cie/en/exchange/application

Academic calendar: April-September, October-March
Credit system: 15 credits equivalent to 30 hp
Website: waseda.jp
Youtube: wasedaPR
Note: National Health Insurance (JNHI) app 2000- 4000 YEN/month is compulsory to buy at registration.

Exchange opportunities

Number of spots: two autumn semester spots.
Grade requirements: a minimum of 4,0 (on KTH's scale of 5). TOEFL result is required

Programme specific information

If your programme or school is not listed below, contact the international coordinator at your school.