AsTW is a short-term study abroad program in English for studying ASEAN and East Asian languages and cultures, jointly organized by Kyushu University and leading universities in ASEAN member countries.

In this year’s AsTW 2026, we will study in English and engage in discussions with our Asian peers at Vietnam National University, Hanoi, while considering issues such as cross-cultural and multicultural coexistence.
Through classes and cultural experiences, we will deepen our understanding of the diversity of religions, cultures, and histories in ASEAN and East Asia!

Preparing to Study Abroad

Orientation

Provided

Contact

International Student Exchange Division​, International Affairs Department​（AsTW dispatch）
Ito Campus, Center Zone 4, 4F
astw-program@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp

Apply

Application Requirements

・Excellent academic performance (TOEFL ITP 510 points (TOEFL iBT 65, IELTS 5.0) or higher, or equivalent English proficiency is desirable).
・Have sufficient English proficiency to take classes taught in English.
・After completing my study abroad period, I will continue my studies at Kyushu University.

How to Apply

Please submit all of the following application documents by email in the specified format and file type.
*Submission destination (Kyushu University International Affairs Department Study Abroad Section AsTW Dispatch Office): astw-program@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp

1. Application Form 1: AsTW Application J-FORM-1 (Excel file submission)
Format: https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/kanri/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/1-J-FORM-1_AsTW2026.xlsx

2. Application Form 2: AsTW Application J-FORM-2 (submit as a Word file)
Format: https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/kanri/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2-J-FORM-2_AsTW2026.doc

3. English Essay (submit as a Word file)
　Please write an essay in English on the topic “The reason I want to join the ASEAN in Today's World program,” with a minimum of 800 words and a maximum of 1,000 words.
Format: https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/kanri/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/3-Essay_AsTW2026.doc

4. Transcript (with GPA) (submit PDF file)
Please submit a transcript (with GPA; Japanese is acceptable). First-year students may submit only the transcript from the first semester. Graduate students must also submit their undergraduate transcripts.

5. Copy of English test scores (submit PDF file)
Please submit a copy of your TOEFL iBT score, IELTS score, or TOEIC score from within the past two years. TOEFL-ITP score sheets are also accepted.
If you do not meet the required score but believe you have the English proficiency to participate in English-language courses, please attach a detailed statement in English explaining your English proficiency titled “STATEMENT OF ENGLISH PROFICIENCY.” (Submit as a Word file)
Format: https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/kanri/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/5-Statement-of-English-Proficiency_AsTW2026-1.doc

6. Recommendation letter from your academic advisor (Word or PDF file)
Your academic advisor (if you do not have a designated academic advisor, please ask a faculty member who can evaluate you, such as the instructor of a course you are currently taking) will fill out this form. Comments may be written in Japanese.
❖ Please ask your academic advisor to send an email (astw-program@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp).
Format: https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/kanri/wp-content/upl

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