Study in Japan

Study in
Japan

Technological excellence, a fascinating culture and generous government scholarships. Japan attracts more and more international students.

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Processing time: 1 to 3 months with the Certificate of Eligibility Intakes in April and October

Mount Fuji and the Chureito pagoda at dusk

Scholarships

MEXT: full Japanese government scholarship

Why study in Japan?

Why choose Japan

Academic rigour, innovation and everyday safety.

MEXT scholarships

A government scholarship covering tuition, travel and an allowance.

Technology

Robotics, engineering, electronics and automotive.

Safety

One of the safest countries in the world.

Programmes in English

More and more degrees taught in English (G30 programmes and others).

Jobs after graduation

Japanese companies recruiting international graduates.

A unique culture

Tradition and modernity in an exceptional setting.

Programmes and pathways

How to study in Japan

Language school, university or government scholarship.

Scholarship

MEXT

Japanese government scholarship via the embassy or universities.

  • Tuition and allowance
  • Flight covered

University

Programmes in English

Bachelor's and master's degrees taught in English at major universities.

  • Admission based on your file
  • Japanese optional

Language school

Intensive Japanese

1 to 2 years of Japanese before university or a vocational school.

  • JLPT and EJU preparation
  • Several intakes a year

Vocational school

Senmon gakkō

Practical programmes in design, IT or hospitality.

  • Japanese level required
  • Strong job prospects

Your journey

From Algeria to Japan

Certificate of Eligibility and student visa: a precise process.

  1. 01

    Choosing the pathway

    Language school, university or scholarship depending on your level.

  2. 02

    Application

    File, proof of funds and possible interview.

  3. 03

    Certificate of Eligibility

    The institution requests the CoE from Japanese immigration.

  4. 04

    Student visa

    Submission at the consulate with the CoE.

  5. 05

    Arrival

    Residence card, housing and part-time work permission.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Japan

  • The Certificate of Eligibility takes 1 to 3 months, then the visa is usually issued within a few days.

  • Yes, up to 28 hours a week with permission to engage in outside activities.

  • A job-seeking status is possible after graduating, followed by a work visa with an offer.

  • Public fees are moderate. Plan for living costs, which are higher in Tokyo.

  • JLPT or EJU for programmes in Japanese, IELTS or TOEFL for programmes in English.

  • Yes. We support you from choosing the programme to settling in: applications, language test preparation, visa file, housing and departure. You keep the same advisor from start to finish.

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The documents this application requires

Three free tools. Start with the CV and add the rest when your application needs it.

Create a CV tailored to your application

The format expected for this destination, filled in by you, downloaded as a PDF.

Create my CV

Read the guide first

What this destination expects from a CV, step by step, before you build it.

Read it

Cover letter

Written from the CV you just created, aimed at the programme you're applying to.

Write it

Visa documents

Proof of funds, accommodation and the sponsor's letter.

Draft them

No account needed for the CV. The letter and visa documents ask for an email address once.

Still unsure?

One call. The
right path.

Tell us about your profile and we'll map out the two or three routes that truly fit you. Free, 30 minutes, no pressure.

Students who miss application deadlines lose a whole year. A 30-minute call can change everything.