Overseas Program
University of Nagano's Overseas Program is a 2- to 3-week short-term training program to deepen students' understanding of languages and fields of study. The countries visited and the specific content of overseas study are set by each department, and students acquire practical skills, an international mindset, and toughness through experiences that lead to future studies.
Students both in the Department of Global Management Studies and in the Department of Health Sciences go overseas in the second quarter of their second year, while students in the Department of Child Development and Education go in the third quarter of their third year.
Objectives and Features of Overseas Program
Study aligned with courses of study and
developing a global perspective
developing a global perspective
Based on the skills developed in their first year, the overseas program aims, more than language study, to motivate students to study in thier specialized fields beyond the second year and expanding their horizons.
Developing self-assurance
By experiencing cultural diversity, giving presentation in English, and interacting with local students and experts, the overseas program aims to provide students with a better understanding of different cultures, English communication skills and self-assurance for facing problems by themselves. Moreover, as all students will share the same experiences, it aims to give them a sense of independence and ability to cooperate with one another.
What students can learn and experience in the program
Faculty of Global Management Studies
- English language training to improve communication skills using business English
- Lectures on the fundamentals of business at the university, etc.
- Study at international enterprises and workplace experience
Department of Food and Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Human Development
- Lectures and practical work experience related to food and health at the university and in the region
- Tours of hospitals, welfare facilities, etc., and interaction with RDNs
Department of Child Development and Education, Faculty of Health and Human Development
- Lectures and workshops on childcare and early childhood education in Finland, exchange with local students
- Visits to childcare centers and practical experience at public and natural childcare centers
