Nagasaki Summer Field School
From one of the most cosmopolitan cities of Japan to the rural Japanese countryside, this program offers a rare opportunity for students to immerse themselves in studying the lives of rural Japanese citizens, from development and aging population challenges, to contemporary religion, to the changing diet of Japan and its impacts on rural farming commmunities.
In 2019, Nagasaki University's Japan Anthropological Field School will conduct fieldwork in two villages: Shitsu in Sotome and Yukino-ura in Saikai. The program focuses on 3 pillars - engaging with the local community, learning from local history and experience, and immersion in holistic rural life and organic farming communities.
Key information
Application information
Useful links
Program details
The field school, consisting of lectures, workshops, field trips and group work on the theme of Learning in/of Nagasaki.
The course consists of studies in:
- Peace and Nuclear Abolitions
- History of Cultural Exchange with mainland Asia
- Hidden Christianity
The field school is worth 4 Japanese university credits (one 3-unit UCalgary course).
The program typically runs for 3 weeks from early July. The 2023 dates were July 3-21, 2023. 2024 dates have yet to be confirmed.
Costs
Exchange students pay their tuition for one UCalgary course and academic fees to the University of Calgary. Other expenses are paid directly to the service provider.
The total cost of the accommodation and program fees to Nagasaki is 247, 110 yen (approx. 2500 CND).
Also, remember to include things like the tourist visa, insurance, vaccinations, etc. in your budget planning.
Funding
Did you know that you can take your UCalgary funding with you on exchange?
Since you remain a degree seeking student at UCalgary while on exchange you remain eligible for any awards and scholarships you are eligible to receive from the university as well as student loans.
Our office administers several awards, including the Global Access Fund (based on a funding-first model where students apply prior to committing to a global learning program) and the Global Learning Award (students apply after being accepted to a global learnng program; the amount varies year-to-year as the money is split among chosen recipients). Students may only receive these awards once. Please see the funding page, linked below, for more information.
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Costs
Exchange students pay their tuition for one UCalgary course and academic fees to the University of Calgary. Other expenses are paid directly to the service provider.
The total cost of the accommodation and program fees to Nagasaki is 247, 110 yen (approx. 2500 CND).
Also, remember to include things like the tourist visa, insurance, vaccinations, etc. in your budget planning.
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Funding
Did you know that you can take your UCalgary funding with you on exchange?
Since you remain a degree seeking student at UCalgary while on exchange you remain eligible for any awards and scholarships you are eligible to receive from the university as well as student loans.Our office administers several awards, including the Global Access Fund (based on a funding-first model where students apply prior to committing to a global learning program) and the Global Learning Award (students apply after being accepted to a global learning program; the amount varies year-to-year as the money is split among chosen recipients). Students may only receive these awards once. Please see the funding page, linked below, for more information.
Accommodation will be arranged by Nagasaki University.
In Nagasaki City, students will be staying at Hotel Siebold, located near the university (double-occupancy). http://www.takumi-siebold.com/staying-guide.html
While at field sites, students will be staying at a local guesthouse called Moritaya.
http://www.yukinoura.net/yukinoura-guest-house-moritaya_english/
This exchange is open to regular, full-time students at the University of Calgary who have completed at least 1 full year at the post-secondary level before departure, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.
An academic reference is required for a complete application.
Not due by the deadline, but you will need an ID photo (passport ID photo style) shortly following the deadline that measures 4cm tall by 3cm wide, against white background, in colour, taken within 3 months, with no hat/cap on. You will also need to have a passport ready that is valid for 6 months after the program ends.
Visa Information: Japanese citizens/students with a Japanese passport are not eligible for this exchange partner.
Have questions?
The exchange advisor for this program is: Flavien Niederst
How to Apply
Download the application guide
This PDF contains information on how to complete your application and what to do after you have applied.
Identify three programs of interest
We recommend applying for your top three programs for the priority application deadline, as placement may be competitive. We will assess your applications in ranked order.
Check requirements and deadlines
These may vary by program, so check the individual program pages and make sure that you are aware of any different application deadlines or eligibility requirements.
Start your application
Once you have gathered everything you need, you can begin your application!
Please note: Applications will not be considered complete until all required documents are submitted in full.
International travel presents challenges that may not be found when attending classes on campus. There may be a lack of resources, emergency services, hospitals, accessibility issues and/or demands on the physical and the mental self, all of which can challenge individuals when away from their usual support systems and structures. Adequate preparation is essential.
For this reason, it is imperative that you evaluate all aspects of your own physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual condition against the rigors of the particular global learning program you are selecting. If you are unsure of whether or not this program is a good fit for you and/or if you have any circumstances that could impede your enjoyment of the program, please contact us. Our Global Learning Advisors will be happy to assist in finding the best options for you and arrange any supports or accommodations necessary to ensure your success.
If you have or are seeking a certificate from Student Accessibility Services, you should provide this early to your Global Learning Advisor to ensure that the option that you are seeking can support your needs.
Please note: All participants must adhere to COVID-19 and other vaccination-related requirements for the destinations visited on this program. Failure to do so may have consequences such as being denied access to accommodation/housing, program activities, or to the host country itself.