JAOS launches annual Study Abroad Day
November 12 will officially be celebrated annually in Japan as 'Study Abroad Day', recognising and promoting the value of study abroad, it has been announced.
November 12 will officially be celebrated annually in Japan as 'Study Abroad Day', recognising and promoting the value of study abroad, it has been announced.
Just over 6,000 Japanese students travelled abroad to study in 2021 marking a significant decline from pre-pandemic levels, according to a new report.
Learning a new language is not just for the young. Outside the customary reasons for pursuing a new language, such as university studies or a better job, there is also the relaxed-pace learner. Reem Nafie explores the 50+ age bracket and how educators are enticing this growing market segment.
More than 200,000 Japanese people studied abroad in 2016, according to JAOS, a far higher figure than official figures show.
In a bid to encourage young students to study abroad, the Japan Association of Overseas Studies has produced a guidebook for high school teachers.
The Japanese government has launched a programme that will support young people to travel abroad to undertake internships, volunteering, working holidays or overseas language training. Implemented by JAOS, Global ACE aims to boost the employability and vocational skills of under-35s.