STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES
General Information
The following faculties provide study abroad opportunities:
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Health and Sports Science
- Faculty of Health Care and Nursing
- Faculty of Health Science and Nursing
Students currently in Juntendo University will be able to find out more about the individual programs by contacting their faculty's Academic Affairs and Student Affairs Offices. Please note the information below is subject to change. Check with individual faculties for up-to-date information.
FACULTY OF MEDICINE
The Faculty of Medicine offers students the opportunity to study abroad between 2-8 weeks during their sixth year, within the curriculum.
| Academic Year | Month | Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Year 5 | August - September | Study Abroad Application Period |
| October - February | Study Abroad Pre-Trip Training | |
| Year 6 | April - May | Study Abroad (2-8 weeks) |
| June - July | Study Abroad Report Meeting |
Below are some of the institutions Faculty of Medicine students have studied at in the past:
| Country | Institution |
|---|---|
| Australia | Monash University |
| University of Melbourne | |
| Canada | McGill University Health Center |
| McGill University Royal Victoria Hospital | |
| University of British Columbia | |
| University of Toronto | |
| University of Tornoto (The Hospital for Sick Children) | |
| Germany | Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin |
| Thailand | Mahidol University, Ramathibodi Hospital, Faculty of Medicine |
| United Kingdom | Barts and The London Children's Hospital |
| Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry | |
| Hammersmith Hospital | |
| King's College London - Institute of Psychiatry | |
| Maidstone Hospital | |
| United States of America | Cleveland Clinic |
| Columbia University | |
| Columbia University Medical Center | |
| Harvard Medical School - Joslin Diabetes Center | |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | |
| Mayo Clinic | |
| Mount Sinai Medical Center | |
| Stanford University | |
| Temple University |
For more information about the opportunity, visit the Faculty of Medicine.
FACULTY OF HEALTH AND SPORTS SCIENCE
The Faculty of Health and Sports Science study abroad programs in the past have taken students to the United States and the United Kingdom. The opportunities gave the students the chance to experience English training programs, home stays, the Olympics, and training programs relating to their majors. One specific program gives students the opportunity to experience a one month training program at the University of Colorado Bolder.
For more information about the opportunity, visit the Faculty of Health and Sports Science.
FACULTY OF HEALTH CARE AND NURSING
The Faculty of Health Care and Nursing provides three study abroad opportunities:
United States Study Abroad Program: Portland State University
Pre-departure
- English classes to improve use of every day English and medical English needed for discussions and presentations
- Presentation preparation to enable students to speak about Japanese medical care, nursing conditions, and nursing education
Study Abroad Content
- Lectures focusing on:
- The United States health care system
- The United States nursing education
- Communication Skills
- Death with Dignity Act
- End of life medical care
- Observational and Training Experiences
- Oregon Health & Science University
- Undergraduate and graduate school
- Simulation & Clinical Learning Centers
- Hospitals
- Nursing Home
- Hospice
- Ronald McDonald House
- Oregon Health & Science University
United Kingdom Study Abroad Program: De Montfort University
Pre-departure
- English classes to improve use of every day English
- Buddy system to enhance English skills
- Presentation preparation to enable students to speak about Japanese medical care, nursing conditions, and nursing education
Study Abroad Content
- English language training
- Lectures focusing on the United Kingdom's nursing education
- Emergency care stimulation training
- Hospital observation
- Square Mile Programme – a volunteer program contributing to the local community
Thailand Study Abroad Program: Thammasat University
The Thammasat study abroad experience gives students the opportunity to stay in a Thammasat University student dorm and learn about the Thai culture and nursing system while having the opportunity to complete practical training in a Thailand Hospital.
Study Abroad Content
- Observe of the university hospital and regional hospitals
- Complete practical nursing training under the guidance of Thammasat University faculty and with Thammasat University students
- Experience different cultures and customs alongside Thammasat University students
- Learn about the Thai medical and nursing system through lectures and discussions
For more information about the opportunity, visit the Faculty of Health Care and Nursing.
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND NURSING
The Faculty of Health Science and Nursing study abroad programs in the past have taken students to the United Kingdom, Finland, Sweden, and Estonia where they were able to improve their English through training programs and learn more about nursing conditions, nursing education, and nursing’s role in elderly outside of Japan.
For more information about the opportunity, visit the Faculty of Health Science and Nursing.