Support Programs for UOsaka Students Studying Abroad

If you want to "do something" while you are a student, why not study abroad?

We actively promote overseas study through various programs, including an overseas study program designed to provide credits from universities with exchange agreements with UOsaka. For students to be internationally active and play an important role in the future, it is very meaningful to study abroad to improve their foreign language skills and engage in study and research in their specialized field as well as to experience different cultures and nurture international awareness.

For information about studying abroad and UOsaka exchange programs, please download and view the documents below.

• Getting Started: Study Abroad Handbook
• Guidebook for Studying Abroad for UOsaka Students

UOsaka Aid for Student Exchange Programs

UOsaka Aid for Student Exchange Programs are for full-time students of schools and graduate schools of UOsaka, and they are given the chance to study and conduct research at overseas universities with student exchange agreements with UOsaka for one semester or longer—up to a maximum of one year. These exchange agreements specify that students enrolled in their home university are not charged tuition fees at the overseas university; they receive the status of a student at that university and the credits earned are transferable to their home university.

The student exchange agreements come in two types: university-to-university and school-to-school. The recruitment of students wishing to join such student exchange programs is conducted during the periods listed below. For school-to-school exchange programs, please contact the school of your choice.

As also described in the Application Guidelines and on the KOAN Bulletin Board, make sure to confirm the application deadline with study abroad staff at your school/graduate school.

Applicants must meet the requirements set forth by the partner university for exchange students, including academic grade year, academic skills, foreign language proficiency, etc.
Furthermore, if you will be using English for your studies or research at the host university, applicants must meet the language proficiency requirements set by UOsaka (TOEFL iBT 79 [New Band Scoring Scale "4"] or IELTS [Academic Module] 6.0) in addition to the language proficiency requirements specified by the partner university (student exchange programs).

• For Application Guidelines, click here. (internal use only)
• For general information about exchange programs, click here.
• For details on scholarships, click here. (link in Japanese)

Short-term Language Study Programs

Enderun Colleges Spring Language Study Program
(International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the Philippines)

*Applications are now being accepted for the AY2026 Spring Program.

This English language training program is held at Enderun Colleges in the Philippines from late February to early March. Featuring one-on-one lessons tailored to each participant's English proficiency level, the program is ideal for those studying abroad for the first time as well as those who wish to improve their English intensively.

Participants in this program will attend the UOsaka’s International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the Philippines and those who completed this program will receive academic credit along with academic assessment based on the criteria specified in the syllabus.
*Those who have previously participated in the Summer Language Program at the same college are not eligible to apply.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

Reference: Enderun Colleges

SDGs Field Study Program in Kalimantan, Indonesia (OUICP-S)

*Applications are now being accepted for the AY2026 Spring Program.

This 10-day field study program is jointly organized by UOsaka, University of Indonesia, and Palangka Raya University. Participants will learn about the relationship between people, nature, and restoration while conducting field studies in one of the world's largest peatland ecosystems, located in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia.

This program, composed of two subjects (2 credits), Field Study Abroad E (one credit) and SDGs and Asia-Pacific Region E (one credit), will be held as a UOsaka International Certificate Program S (OUICP-S), a hybrid-type international exchange program. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion from the director of the Institute for International Initiatives.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

Career Advance Program in the Philippines (OUICP-S)

*Applications are now being accepted for the AY2026 Spring Program.

In this program, participants will join an English-language education institute at De La Salle University, with which UOsaka has an inter-university agreement, to improve their English communication skills and their ability to deliver academic presentations in English. This program is also designed to help participants explore the challenges associated with achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and acquire experience and knowledge useful for their future career.

This program, composed of two subjects (2 credits), Career Advancement English Program II (one credit) and SDGs and Asia-Pacific Region D (one credit), will be held as a UOsaka International Certificate Program S (OUICP-S), a hybrid-type international exchange program. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion from the director of the Institute for International Initiatives.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

University of Hawaii at Manoa Spring Language Study Program
(International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the United States 1)

*Applications are now being accepted for the AY2026 Spring Program.

This English Study Program is held at the University of Hawaii at Manoa, USA for five weeks from late February to late March. In addition to English classes at the language training center, participants will be able to experience the history and culture of Hawaii. This is a program for beginners, so participants who will study abroad for the first time can participate with peace of mind.

Participants in this program will attend UOsaka's International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the United States 1 and those who completed this program will receive academic credit along with academic assessment based on the criteria specified in the syllabus.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

Reference: University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Career Advance Program in Brunei (OUICP-S)

*Applications for AY2026 have closed. The next application period is scheduled to begin in April 2027.

In this program, participants will join an English course at Brunei Darussalam University, with which UOsaka has an inter-university agreement, to improve their English language proficiency, especially their presentation skills in English. This program is also designed to help participants explore the challenges associated with achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and acquire experience and knowledge useful for their future career.

This program, composed of two subjects (2 credits), Career Advancement English Program I (one credit) and SDGs and Asia-Pacific Region C (one credit), will be held as a UOsaka International Certificate Program S (OUICP-S), a hybrid-type international exchange program. Upon completion, participants will receive a certificate of completion from the director of the Institute for International Initiatives.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

The University of Manchester Summer Language Study Program (International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the United Kingdom)

*Applications for AY2026 have closed. The next application period is scheduled to begin in April 2027.

This English Study Program is held at the University of Manchester in the United Kingdom for three weeks from mid-August to early September. In addition to English classes offered by the university's language center, participants engage in preparatory study on British culture and Manchester’s landmarks, followed by field-based learning activities in the city. Because classes are offered according to English proficiency level, the program is suitable for students with little or no prior overseas experience who wish to improve their English skills in an international environment.

Participants in this program will attend the UOsaka’s International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the United Kingdom and those who completed this program will receive academic credit along with academic assessment based on the criteria specified in the syllabus.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

Enderun Colleges Summer Language Study Program
(International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the Philippines)

*Applications for AY2026 have closed. The next application period is scheduled to begin in April 2027.

This English Study Program is held at Enderun Colleges for three weeks from mid-August to early September. In this program, participants attend mainly private tutoring according to their levels. This program is best suited for students who will study abroad for the first time and those who wish to learn English intensively.

Participants in this program will attend the UOsaka’s International Exchange Subject: Intercultural Experience in the Philippines and those who completed this program will receive academic credit along with academic assessment based on the criteria specified in the syllabus.

Application guidelines and forms can be found here. (link in Japanese)

Reference: Enderun Colleges

*In addition to the above-mentioned programs, UOsaka provides various overseas training programs.
For details, view the pamphlets and guidebooks listed above.