Take English Communication classes and build confidence in using English

*This class is subject to undergraduates who entered the university before FY2019, and all graduate students.

Being a global leader is not just about having language proficiency, but also about having competence to present your own opinions. English Communication classes are focused on improving students’ communicative competence in English, and the British Council conducts the program.

All the instructors are native English speakers, and the course is specially designed for Chiba University students. Students can effectively improve their English communicative competence by studying in small groups depending on their proficiency levels.

Join English Communication classes and develop confidence in expressing your own opinions.

Make progress in using English in English House

English House is a welcoming place where you can study and practice languages in a relaxing atmosphere at your own pace.

At English House you can book customized Individual Lessons with a teacher and Conversation Sessions in which you can practice speaking English with Student Assistants (SAs) from various countries. There are workshops, such as our vocabulary workshop, preparation for study abroad workshop, and various exam preparation workshops for even more opportunities to study and use English, and we are open for self-study or group-study. For our international students, there are also opportunities to practice Japanese with our Japanese SAs.

On the social side, we have various cultural and social events at which you can experience overseas cultures and interact with both Japanese and international students. The Language Exchange Programme (LEX) is one of the most popular activities here, and every year, over 250 students participate in the program to teach and learn each otherʼs language. There are typically more than 10 language combinations in each ten-week program. We also run seasonal events, various clubs and a buddy system for visiting international student groups.

We work hard to maintain our friendly international language community so that Chiba University students of all language levels feel welcome and comfortable at English House.

Learn more about Japan and the world through the Global Program for Japanese Studies

skipwise program aims to nurture global leaders who can contribute to the international community.
The program offers minor subjects called the Global Program for Japanese Studies that provides students with specific subjects to increase their global talents. This academic discipline consists of various subjects focused on developing students’ multicultural literacy. There are English classes that can strengthen students’ communicative competence. Students will also be given a chance to have global internship and volunteering activities.

Improve your English skills, and expand your multicultural understanding. The Global Program for Japanese Studies will enable you to succeed in the global community.

Study IN English in Active Learning subjects

Chiba University offers distinctive education called “Active Learning”. Active learning subjects employ the learner-centered teaching method, in which students are actively involved in their own learning and assume responsibility for their own learning.

Seminar-type and Project-type subjects are offered in the Global Program for Japanese Studies and some of these classes are taught using an active learning method.

There are opportunities that Japanese and international students study together in English, so that students can be exposed to the global environment.

Study in the active learning classes and succeed as global professionals.

Study abroad and learn on the world stage!

Is studying abroad just for special people? The answer is “No”.
Studying abroad is considered as a part of the academic curriculum in skipwise program.

Students will be provided sufficient support for studying abroad:

・In preparation for overseas study, students can take Japanese and foreign cultures classes.

・Short-term overseas study programs are available during the spring and summer holidays. If it’s difficult for you to experience long-term studying abroad, you can consider short-term overseas study as one option.

・Students will have more chances of getting a scholarship to study abroad.

Contribute to the international community through Global internship and Global volunteer

skipwise program provides students with internship and volunteering programs to be engaged in social experience in the international environment. This program aims to develop students’ communication and adaptability skills in the global community.

Students can choose a program from various options such as volunteering in Narita International Airport, infrastructure building in developing countries, and internship in Japanese or local companies overseas.

Accumulate valuable experience and improve your global competence. You will be able to succeed in the international community.