Japanese schools
Okayama Institute of Languages
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24 months
Okayama Institute of Languages
Overview
Personalized post-graduate guidance
Part time job support
The school provides support by posting available part-time jobs in the area and preparing you for the interview.
Full time employement support
From preparing you for interviews to teaching you proper business Japanese, this school provides support for when you’re ready to join the Japanese workforce.
English speaking staff available
There will be English-speaking staff available to assist you with any issues that may arise during your time at the school.
WiFi available
Free Wifi is available to students.
Student lounge available
Study room available
School library
Location
Our school is located in Okayama.
DISTANCE TO TRAIN STATIONS (Walking time)
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Okayama Institute of Languages
Our Japanese Courses
Okayama Institute of Languages
GENERAL JAPANESE COURSE
This course is designed for students who wish to enter Japanese graduate schools, universities, vocational schools, etc. Students can study with the goal of passing the JLPT and finding employment in Japan. The school is proud of its high-quality education, and students’ satisfaction rates are consistently over 90%. In addition to classes, students have the opportunity to study Japanese through various activities such as Japanese cultural experiences, company visits, exchanges with Japanese universities, and locals. They employ an original Kanji teaching method, which is very effective for western students to learn kanji smoothly.
Course length
WITH STUDENT VISA
6 - 24 months
WITHOUT STUDENT VISA
3 months
Available starts
April - October
Schedule (weekdays)
Morning class 09:00 to 12:35
Or
Afternoon class 13:15 to 16:50
Course hours per week: 20
Classes are either in the morning or in the afternoon, based on your level of Japanese
Other features
JLPT prep elective classes
These JLPT classes will prepare you for levels N2 or N1. They will focus on teaching you techniques to pass the test and will focus on the different sections that you will encounter in the test.
Business Japanese classes
Study proper business Japanese and etiquette. This class is perfect for all students, especially those who are looking for full-time employment in Japan.
School Intensity
Medium intensity means the school gives you a perfect balance between study pace and free time. This means that you’ll be able to enjoy your life in Japan, while still being able to effectively progress your studies.
3 months
6 months
12 months
18 months
24 months
Costs
Total course costs
The total course costs in these charts includes class time and staff guidance. For long-term students (6 months or more), it also includes textbooks, Alumni Association fee, the Japanese national health insurance and the extended student insurance ( premiums fee are based on November 2022 and might vary).
TERM 1 - 3
BEGINNER - 9 MONTHS
The beginner level class is a well-balanced curriculum that focuses on daily conversation, including grammar, vocabulary, conversation, hiragana, katakana, and basic kanji, as well as focusing on support for skills such as presentations. Their original kanji teaching method helps students learn kanji very effectively.
TERM 4 - 6
INTERMEDIATE - 9 MONTHS
Intermediate level classes are grammar classes using the main textbooks. In addition, vocabulary, reading, listening, writing, and kanji classes are also offered.
TERM 7 - 9
ADVANCED - 9 MONTHS
Advanced class students work towards their goals of entering university or finding employment. They learn more specialised Japanese language skills and cultural knowledge, along with real-life situations where Japanese is used.
Okayama Institute of Languages
Student demographics
Students come from all over the world to study at this school.
