We are implementing a combination of preparatory classes prior to studying abroad and a follow-up program using COIL with both short- and long-term exchange programs to improve the quality of global education and promote intercultural interactions between people. The introduction of COIL to the preparations for studying abroad and follow-ups after returning to Japan enables us to connect with our American partner universities and provide interactive content to students to enable efficient preparation before going abroad and fruitful learning at local universities. We are also enhancing the effectiveness of the course by sharing information on cases and expertise among the three partner universities in Japan.

Sixteen students from the three Japanese partner universities (including one from our university) participated in the summer program at the UCD for four weeks from August 9 to September 6, 2019. University of California, Davis（UCD）

* Due to the spread of the coronavirus, we have canceled the international program scheduled for the 2020 academic year.

• UCD is a highly ranked research university in global higher education rankings—Times Higher Education, QS, and the Shanghai Ranking—in various fields, including agriculture and life sciences. Students can concentrate on learning English in the academic environment of the university as well as in the cultural atmosphere of the city of Davis.
• Two four-week English language programs are held, one in summer (August–September) and one in spring (February–March).
• Small-sized classes with 14 to 18 students per class. Students will be divided into seven classes according to their English language skill level based on the results of the placement test they will take on the first day.
• The “Communication and Culture Program (CCP)” focuses on American culture and conversational skills. It is a 16-hour/week full-time program with experienced teachers.

• We conduct an orientation session before students go abroad by linking our university, Sophia University, and Ochanomizu University with UCD online. We also conduct a review session in the same way after students return from UCD.
• We issue a certificate of completion to students who have successfully completed the program.
• Students can also take various optional trips on weekends (e.g., Napa Valley, Yosemite National Park, and San Francisco).

• Class Hours: 64 hours (4 hours x 4 days x 4 weeks)
• Class Schedule: Monday to Thursday The four main subjects are U.S. Society and Culture; Intercultural Research Project;Listening and Pronunciation; and Everyday Expressions and Idioms Students can also enroll in special classes (classes specializing in academic fields and business).
• We conduct a one-hour orientation session before students go abroad by connecting our university, Sophia University, and Ochanomizu University with UCD online. We also conduct a one-hour follow-up session in the same way after students return from UCD.
• Regarding accommodations, a homestay program is available in Davis. UCD suggests that students arrange through a homestay agency that they recommend. Each student will stay in a private room equipped with a desk, a chair, a bed, towels, a Wi-Fi connection, etc. Meals are provided two to three times a day.

Students can earn academic credit with the program as the “Overseas English Language Course” ("Overseas English Program") set up in each Faculty, and the English Language Course at UC Davis is eligible for academic credit.
The Short-Term Language Course (English)