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Students who enter APU on a Japanese basis focus on English language studies in order to improve English ability. With individuals from around the world gathering at APU, the campus is an ideal environment for students to strengthen their English language skills.

232023 Curriculum

  • Students who enrolled as new (1st year) students in AY 2023 or later.

English Language Courses

The appropriate curriculum and starting level of required English language subjects for Japanese-basis students will be based on the results of the placement test taken at the time of enrollment. There are two curriculums: English Standard Track (24 credits) and English Advanced Track (12 credits). Note that once your curriculum is set, no changes can be made.

Course Registration in Each Track

  • Required English language subjects are divided into A (4 credit) and B (2 credit) subjects, each graded according to its own evaluation criteria. A student can only proceed to the next level after earning credit for both the A and B subjects.
  • The university automatically registers students for their required English courses based on their Track. Although the timetables and teachers for the courses may differ even at the same level, all classes are registered by the university and cannot be changed or dropped.

English Standard Track

Subject Name (No. of Credits) Required / Elective Registration
Elementary English A (4) Elementary English B (2) Required Registered by University
Pre-Intermediate English A (4) Pre-Intermediate English B (2)
Intermediate English A (4) Intermediate English B (2)
Upper-Intermediate English A (4) Upper-Intermediate English B (2)
Language for Specific Purposes English for Discussion and Debate (2) Elective Registered by Student
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course I (2)
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course II (2)
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course III (2)
English for Journalism (2)
Business English A (2)
English for Hospitality and Tourism (2)
English Communication Skills (2)
  • Only Standard Track students who have completed the necessary prerequisite courses can register for Language for Specific Purposes courses.
  • Students can register for Advanced Track courses after earning credit for “Upper Intermediate English A and B.” Advanced Track courses start at the “Advanced English 1A / 1B” level. These courses can be registered during Registration Period B only if there are seats remaining.

English Advanced Track

Subject Name (No. of Credits) Required / Elective Registration
Advanced English 1A (4) Advanced English 1B (2) Required Registered by University
Advanced English 2A (4) Advanced English 2B (2)
Elective Courses English in the Media (2) Elective Registered by Student
TESOL (2)
Business English B (2)
English Novel Reading (2)
  • Advanced Track students can take elective courses after completing “Advanced English 1A and 1B.”

Registration of English Language Subjects by English-basis Students

English-basis students can only register for Advanced Track required English courses.

Registration of "Advanced English 1A・1B"

Only students with a TOEFL ITP® Test score between 500 to 524 may apply. Applications will not be accepted under the following circumstances:

  • The student does not have a qualifying TOEFL ITP® Test Score
  • The TOEFL ITP® Test score has expired

Students who wish to register must submit a TOEFL ITP® Test score sheet in the semester preceding the one in which they wish to take the course. Students may register for these courses by themselves during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

  • *Applications are open to students in their second semester or above at the time of enrolment.
  • *Applications will open before the start of the semester, via Campus Terminal.

Registration of "Advanced English 2A・2B" or Language for Specific Purposes in Advanced Track

Students may register for these courses by themselves during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

External Exams (Benchmark Test) included in the Grade Evaluation for Required English Courses

The results of external exams are included in the grade evaluation of some required English language courses. These external exams can be used as useful indicators for measuring the results of each student’s English learning, and aid students in gaining comprehensive English skills that can be used in this era of globalization. Japanese-basis Standard Track students taking required English courses must take the Benchmark Test on campus on the designated exam dates.

What is the Benchmark Test?

The Benchmark Test is Pearson’s computer-based test of English language proficiency that is designed to show learner progress in the language over a period of time. It is an integrated-skills test, including Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening. As well as giving detailed feedback to students on all of these language skills, the Benchmark Test provides students with a Global Scale of English (GSE) score.

Language Study Outside the Classroom

To further improve your language skills, APU offers a wide range of short-term programs during summer and winter holidays, as well as six-month and one-year overseas language training and study abroad programs. Students are also strongly encouraged to take the TOEFL ITP®, TOEIC® Listening and Reading Test and IELTS, which are conducted on campus, as an opportunity to objectively assess their English language skills. We look forward to your active participation and taking these tests!

Off-Campus Language Study

Please see the Off-Campus Study Program page for more information.

SALC (Self-Access Learning Center)

In the SALC, in addition to various levels of learning materials written in English and Japanese we also provide self-study guidance so you can effectively develop the skills you want to focus on. Please feel free to stop by!

Language Proficiency Exams

Timetable for AY 2023 Spring Semester Required English Courses (Scheduled for release in late March 2023)

Submitting English Proficiency Test Scores for the English Placement Test

The following 4 kinds of exams can be submitted to help determine your starting level for required English language courses (English Placement Test).

  • TOEFL iBT® Test
  • TOEIC® Tests
  • IELTS™
  • PTE Academic / Pearson Progress Test (GSE)

If new AY 2023 enrollees submit scores from any of the above exams during the period from April 1, 2022 to March 16, 2023, those scores can be used for their English Placement Test. Please see THIS PDF (Japanese only) for details of English Placement Test (About the detail of 2023Fall, we will announce around Mid-September).

Those who wish to submit their scores online can do so via the survey link below: English Proficiency Test Score Survey (Open from March 1 – March 19)

Exemption from English Language Courses

Students at APU are required to take language courses in their non-basis language as a graduation requirement. The starting level of these required language subjects is determined by the placement test taken at the time of enrollment. However, in the following cases it is possible to apply for an exemption for English language subjects.

While in APU

【Application Criteria】
  • The student must not apply for a subject which they are taking in the semester of application.
  • The student has obtained a valid score on either the TOEFL iBT® Test, IELTS, PTE Academic, or the TOEIC® Test which fulfills the exemption criteria.
【Exemption Criteria】
  • The student must earn a passing grade (A+/A/B/C) for their registered English subjects.

While studying abroad or taking a leave of absence

【Application criteria】
  • A pass grade for all registered English subjects in the semester immediately before leaving for study abroad or taking leave of absence.
  • The student must have a valid score on the TOEFL iBT® Test, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEIC® Test, which fulfills the exemption criteria.
  • Students must apply for an exemption during the semester immediately preceding their return to APU.

Exemption Criteria for English Language Courses

English Track Course Name TOEFL iBT® Test IELTS GSE TOEIC ® Tests
Standard Track Pre-Intermediate English A/B 48 5 39 L230/R230
S110/W106
Intermediate English A/B 55 5.5 44 L285/R285
S122/W122
Upper Intermediate English A/B 61 6 50 L330/R325
S138/W134
Advanced Track Advanced English 1A・1B 70 6.5 58 L410/R395
S164/W156
Advanced English 2A・2B 80 7 65 L430/R410
S174/W168

Application Schedule

Details of the application schedule will be announced on Campus Terminal.

Semester Application Period Interview date Announcement of the result
Spring Semester Around July Late July – Early August Grade Announcement date
Fall Semester Around January Early February Grade Announcement date

Application Method

Information on how to apply will be announced on Campus Terminal. The screening will be based on your application content and an interview. To apply, you must submit your test results (expired results not accepted). Please be sure to keep the original copy.

Score Sheet

An "original score sheet" is a certificate or report from a testing organization which clearly shows your pass/fail exam results. This must be printed by the testing organization itself, and documents that have been downloaded will not be accepted. Please note that testing organizations may take several days to reissue score sheets, so please apply well in advance if you need any additional certificates.

Interview

If you are unable to attend the interview, your application will be rejected. Please make sure you are available for the interview.

Important Notes

In principle, applications for exemption cannot be cancelled after taking the exemption exam.
Please note your exemption application will be canceled or rejected in the cases shown below.

  • Application is incomplete
  • Application submitted after the deadline
  • Details of submitted certificate data, such as proficiency exam score sheet, is unclear, or if the original cannot be produced following request by the office
  • Lack of score from a designated exam
【Only for exchange students or students on leave of absence】
  • Score was not received while on “leave of absence” or during “period of exchange”
  • Does not attend interview on the designated day (for any reason)

Language Class Attendance Rules

The following rules concerning class attendance will apply to all language education subjects (English, Japanese, AP languages). In addition, each class may have special rules concerning attendance. Please be sure to confirm these in each course syllabus.

Attendance

Please attend all classes. Even if you must be absent from class for an unavoidable reason, you must attend at least ¾ of all classes (including regular classes days and final exam days). If you do not fulfill this attendance requirement, you will receive an automatic failing grade (F) for the course.

Absences

If you are not present at the time class attendance is taken, you will be marked absent. However, absences may be excused in the following cases:

【Absences due to Legally-Recognized Infectious Disease】

You must submit a certificate from a medical institution stating that you have contracted a legally-recognized infectious disease to the Academic Office. The Academic Office will contact your course instructor directly in the following days.

【University-Authorized Absences】

The office involved (Academic Office / Student Office / Career Office, etc.) will contact your course instructor directly with the required documents. The student is not required to submit any documents to the instructor.

172017 Curriculum

  • Students who enrolled as new (1st year) students in AY 2017 or later.
  • Students who enrolled as 2nd year transfer students in AY 2018 or later.
  • Students who enrolled as 3rd year transfer students in AY 2019 or later.

English Language

For Japanese-basis students, the appropriate curriculum and starting level of required English language subjects will be based on the results of the placement test taken at the time of enrollment. The curriculum types include the English Standard Track (24 credits) and the English Advanced Track (12 credits). Note that once curriculum types are set, no changes can be made.

Course Registration

  • Required English language subjects are divided into A (4 credit) and B (2 credit) subjects, each graded according to its own evaluation criteria. Only once credits for both subjects have been completed can a student proceed to the next level.
  • The university automatically assigns classes for required English language subjects in each track. Although there may be different timetables and teachers for courses at the same level, all classes are assigned by the university and cannot be changed or cancelled.
  • The grade level restriction will not apply if a student meets the other requirements to enroll in a language education subject (English).

English Standard Track

Subject Name (credits) Required / Elective Registration
Elementary English A (4) Elementary English B (2) Required Registered by University
Pre-Intermediate English A (4) Pre-Intermediate English B (2)
Intermediate English A (4) Intermediate English B (2)
Upper-Intermediate English A (4) Upper-Intermediate English B (2)
Language for Specific Purposes English for Business Writing (2) Elective Registered by student
English for Business Presentations (2)
English Project 1 (2)
English for Discussion and Debate (2)
English for Journalism (2)
  • Students who wish to take "Language for Specific Purposes" in the Standard Track may do so by completing "Upper- Intermediate English A and B."
  • Students who wish to take Advanced Track courses may do so by completing "Upper- Intermediate English A and B." Studying in the Advanced Track begins with "Advanced English 1A and 1B." Students can register for these courses during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

English Advanced Track

Subject Name (credits) Required / Registration Registration
Advanced English 1A (4) Advanced English 1B (2) Required Registered by University
Advanced English 2A (4) Advanced English 2B (2)
Language for Specific Purposes English for Business 1 (2) Elective Registered by student
English for Business 2 (2)
Extensive Reading in English (2)
English Project 2 (2)
English of the Media (2)
  • Students who wish to take Language for Specific Purposes in the English Advanced Track may do so after completing "Advanced English 1A and 1B."

Specific Subject

Subject Name (credits) Required / Elective Registration
TESOL (2) Elective Registered by student
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course I (2)
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course Ⅱ (2)
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course Ⅲ (2)
  • The subject area of the Specific Subject is a language education subject. Please check the syllabus for course content.

Registration of Required English Language Subjects by English-basis Students

English-basis students who wish to register for English courses may take required English language subjects at the "Advanced Track" level.

Registration of "Advanced English 1A・1B"

Only students with a TOEFL ITP® Test score between 500 to 524 may apply. Applications will not be accepted under the following circumstances;

  • If a student does not possess a valid TOEFL ITP® Test score.
  • If a student’s TOEFL ITP® Test score has expired.

Students who wish to register must submit a TOEFL ITP® Test score sheet in the semester preceding the one in which they wish to take the course. Students may register for these courses by themselves during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

  • *Applications are open to students in their second semester or above at the time of enrolment.
  • *Course requests will be accepted at the Campus Terminal prior to the start of the semester.

Registration of "Advanced English 2A・2B" or Language for Specific Purposes in Advanced Track

Students may register for these courses by themselves during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

Requirement to Take the Benchmark Test for Required English Language Subjects

To evaluate the English learning level and progress, Japanese-basis students taking the required English language subjects in the Standard Track are required to undergo several Benchmark Tests at each registered level. The result of the Benchmark Test will make up a portion of student’s grade evaluation for the individual level or course.

Benchmark Test

The Benchmark Test is a computer-based test of English language proficiency that is designed to show learner progress in the language over a period of time. It is an integrated-skills test, including Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening. As well as giving detailed feedback to students on all of these language skills, the Benchmark Test provides students with a Global Scale of English (GSE) score.

Language Study Outside the Classroom

To further improve your language skills, APU offers a wide range of short-term programs during summer and winter holidays, as well as six-month and one-year overseas language training and study abroad programs. Students are also strongly encouraged to take the TOEFL ITP®, TOEIC® Listening and Reading Test and IELTS, which are conducted on campus, as an opportunity to objectively assess their English language skills. We look forward to your active participation and taking these tests!

Off-Campus Language Study

Please refer to Off-Campus Study Program

SALC (Self-Access Learning Center)

SALC has a wide range of English and Japanese materials at different levels and also offers self-study guidance to help you develop the skills you want to improve efficiently. Please feel free to drop in.

Language Proficiency Test

Required English language timetable for spring semester 2023

English Language Subject Exemption

For students at APU it is a graduation requirement to take mandatory language subjects in one's non-basis language. The starting level of these mandatory language courses is determined by the placement test taken at the time of enrollment. In the following instances, however, it is possible for AY 2017 Curriculum students to apply for exemption for English language subjects.

While in APU

【Application Criteria】
  • The student must not apply for a subject which they are currently taking in the semester of application.
  • The student must have a valid score on the TOEFL iBT® Test, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEIC® Test, which fulfills the exemption criteria.
【Exemption criteria】

A pass grade for all registered English subjects in the semester of application.

While studying abroad or taking a leave of absence

【Application criteria】
  • A pass grade for all registered English subjects in the semester immediately before leaving for study abroad or taking leave of absence.
  • The student must have a valid score on the TOEFL iBT® Test, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEIC® Test, which fulfills the exemption criteria.
  • Students must apply for an exemption during the semester immediately preceding their return to APU.

Exemption Criteria

Track Subject Name TOEFL iBT® Test IELTS GSE TOEIC ® Tests
Standard Track Pre-Intermediate English A & B 48 5 39 L230/R230
S110/W106
Intermediate English A & B 55 5.5 44 L285/R285
S122/W122
Upper-Intermediate A & B 61 6 50 L330/R325
S138/W134
Advanced Track Advanced English 1A & 1B 70 6.5 58 L410/R395
S164/W156
Advanced English 2A & 2B 80 7 65 L430/R410
S174/W168

Application Schedule

Details will be announced through Campus Terminal.

Semester Application Period Interview Date Announcement of the Result
Spring Semester Around July Late July – Early August Grade Announcement Date
Fall Semester Around January Early February Grade Announcement Date

Application Method

Application method will be announced through Campus Terminal. The screening will be judged comprehensively based on the application and the interview.
Score sheets (within the validity period) are required for the application. Please keep the original at hand.

Score Sheet

An "original score sheet (The score within the validated period.)" is a certificate or report from a testing organization which shows an evaluation of language ability. This must be printed by the testing organization itself, and downloaded documents will not be accepted. Please note that the testing organizations may require several days in order to reissue score sheets, therefore we ask that you apply well in advance when an additional certificate is needed.

Interview

In the event you are unable to attend the interview, your application will be invalidated. Please be sure to arrange your schedule to allow your attendance.

Important Notes

In principle, students cannot cancel the application after taking the exemption test.
Also, please note that the exemption application will be invalid or will not be considered in the following cases.

  • The application is incomplete or incorrect.
  • Application documents are not submitted or do not arrive by the deadline.
  • If the online submitted certificate, such as a qualification exam score sheet, is unclear, or if the original document cannot be submitted when requested by the office.
  • The test score is not one of the specified qualifications for exemption.
【Only if the application is made during "study abroad" or "leave of absence"】
  • The score was not attained during "study abroad" or while taking a "leave of absence" [Only for students who are applying for exemption while they are studying abroad or are taking a leave of absence].
  • The student does not attend the interview on the specified day (regardless of the reason).

Language Class Attendance Rules

Starting from 2010 Spring Semester, the following rules concerning class attendance will apply to all language education subjects (English, Japanese, AP languages).
In addition, each class may have special rules concerning attendance. Please be sure to confirm these in each course syllabus.

Attendance

Please attend all classes. If circumstances require your absence, you will still be required to attend at least 3/4 of the classes (including regular class days and final exam). If you do not attend this number of classes, you will automatically receive a failing (F) grade for the course.

Absence

If you are not present at the time class attendance is taken, you will not be counted present. However, absences may be excused in the following cases:

【Contraction of an infectious disease (as recognized by Japanese School Health Law)】

Students must apply to the APU Academic Office with the required documentation in order to have their absences from class excused for this reason.

【University-authorized leave of absence】

The relevant APU office (i.e. Academic Office, Student Office, Career Office) will send the documents directly to the class teacher. The student does not need to submit the documents to the teacher.

112011 Curriculum

  • 1.Students who enrolled as new (1st year) students between AY 2011 and AY 2016.
  • 2.Students who enrolled as 2nd year or 3rd year transfer students in AY 2017.
  • 3.Students who enrolled as 3rd year transfer students in AY 2018.
  • 4.Students who originally enrolled before AY 2011, but as a result of reinstatement or re-enrollment, will be the same semester as students in Group 1.

English Language Subjects

For Japanese-basis students, the appropriate curriculum and starting level of required English language subjects will be based on the results of the placement test taken at the time of enrollment. The curriculum types include the English Standard Track (24 credits) and the English Advanced Track (12 credits). Note that once curriculum types are set, no changes can be made.

Course Registration

  • Required English language subjects are divided into A (4 credit) and B (2 credit) subjects, each graded according to its own evaluation criteria. Only once credits for both subjects have been completed can a student proceed to the next level.
  • The university automatically assigns classes for required English language subjects in each track. Although there may be different timetables and teachers for courses at the same level, all classes are assigned by the university and cannot be changed or cancelled.
  • The grade level restriction will not apply if a student meets the other requirements to enroll in a language education subject (English).

English Standard Track

Subject Name (credits) Required / Elective Registration
Elementary English A (4) Elementary English B (2) Required Registered by University
Pre-Intermediate English A (4) Pre-Intermediate English B (2)
Intermediate English A (4) Intermediate English B (2)
Upper-Intermediate English A (4) Upper-Intermediate English B (2)
Language for Specific Purposes English for Business Writing (2) Elective Registered by student
English for Business Presentations (2)
English Project 1 (2)
English for Discussion and Debate (2)
  • Students who wish to take "Language for Specific Purposes" in the Standard Track may do so by completing "Upper- Intermediate English A and B."
  • Students who wish to take Required English language subjects in Advanced Track may do so by completing more than 2 subjects from "Language for Specific Purposes". Study in the Advanced Track begins with "Advanced English 1A and 1B." Students can register for these courses during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

English Advanced Track

Subject Name (credits) Required / Elective Registration
Advanced English 1A (4) Advanced English 1B (2) Required Registered by University
Advanced English 2A (4) Advanced English 2B (2)
Language for Specific Purposes English for Business 1 (2) Elective Registered by student
English for Business 2 (2)
Extensive Reading in English (2)
English Project 2 (2)
  • Students who wish to take Language for Specific Purposes in the English Advanced Track may do so after completing "Advanced English 1A and 1B."

Specific Subject

Subject Name (credits) Required / Elective Registration
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course I (2) Elective Registered by student
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course Ⅱ (2)
English Proficiency Test Preparation Course Ⅲ (2)
  • The subject area of the Specific Subject is a language education subject. Please check the syllabus for course content.

Registration of Required English Language Subjects by English-basis Students

English-basis students who wish to register for English courses may take required English language subjects at the "Advanced Track" level.

Registration of "Advanced English 1A・1B"

Only students with a TOEFL ITP® Test score between 500 to 524 may apply. Applications will not be accepted under the following circumstances;

  • If a student does not possess a valid TOEFL ITP® Test score.
  • If a student’s TOEFL ITP® Test score has expired.

Students who wish to register must submit a TOEFL ITP® Test score sheet in the semester preceding the one in which they wish to take the course. Students may register for these courses by themselves during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

  • *Applications are open to students in their second semester or above at the time of enrolment.
  • *Course requests will be accepted at the Campus Terminal prior to the start of the semester.

Registration of "Advanced English 2A・2B" or Language for Specific Purposes in Advanced Track

Students may register for these courses by themselves during Course Registration Period B only if there are seats available.

Requirement to Take the Benchmark Test for Required English Language Subjects

To evaluate the English learning level and progress, Japanese-basis students taking the required English language subjects in the Standard Track are required to undergo several Benchmark Tests at each registered level. The result of the Benchmark Test will make up a portion of student’s grade evaluation for the individual level or course.

Benchmark Test

The Benchmark Test is a computer-based test of English language proficiency that is designed to show learner progress in the language over a period of time. It is an integrated-skills test, including Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening. As well as giving detailed feedback to students on all of these language skills, the Benchmark Test provides students with a Global Scale of English (GSE) score.

Language Study Outside the Classroom

To further improve your language skills, APU offers a wide range of short-term programs during summer and winter holidays, as well as six-month and one-year overseas language training and study abroad programs. Students are also strongly encouraged to take the TOEFL ITP®, TOEIC® Listening and Reading Test and IELTS, which are conducted on campus, as an opportunity to objectively assess their English language skills. We look forward to your active participation and taking these tests!

Off-Campus Language Study

Please refer to Off-Campus Study Program

SALC (Self-Access Learning Center)

SALC has a wide range of English and Japanese materials at different levels and also offers self-study guidance to help you develop the skills you want to improve efficiently. Please feel free to drop in.

Language Proficiency Test

Required English Language Timetable for Spring Semester 2023

English Language Subject Exemption

For students at APU it is a graduation requirement to take required language subjects in their non-basis language. The starting level of these required language subjects is determined by the placement test taken at the time of enrollment. In the following instances, however, it is possible to apply for exemption for English language subjects.

While in APU

【Application Criteria】
  • Must be "studying abroad" or taking a "leave of absence" at the time of application
  • Must have received a score for a university-designated language proficiency exam while studying abroad or taking a leave of absence, and must be able to submit the application for exemption one semester before returning to the university

Exemption Criteria

Track Subject Name Exemption Criteria (TOEFL iBT® Test)
Standard Track Pre-Intermediate English A & B 48
Intermediate English A & B 55
Upper-Intermediate A & B 61
Advanced Track Advanced English 1A & 1B 70
Advanced English 2A & 2B 80
  • TOEFL/PBT, TOEFL/ITP and TOEFL/CBT scores cannot be used.

Application Schedule

Details will be announced through Campus Terminal.

Semester Application Period Interview Date Announcement of the Result
Spring Semester Around July Grade Announcement date Grade Announcement date
Fall Semester Around January Early February Grade Announcement date

Application Method

Application method will be announced through Campus Terminal. The screening will be judged comprehensively based on the application and the interview.
Score sheets (within the validity period) are required for the application. Please keep the original at hand.

Score Sheet

An "original score sheet (The score within the validated period.)" is a certificate or report from a testing organization which shows an evaluation of language ability. This must be printed by the testing organization itself, and downloaded documents will not be accepted. Please note that the testing organizations may require several days in order to reissue score sheets, therefore we ask that you apply well in advance when an additional certificate is needed.

Interview

In the event you are unable to attend the interview, your application will be invalidated. Please be sure to arrange your schedule to allow your attendance.

Important Notes

In principle, students cannot cancel the application after taking the exemption test.
Also, please note that the exemption application will be invalid or will not be considered in the following cases.

  • The application is incomplete or incorrect.
  • Application documents are not submitted or do not arrive by the deadline.
  • If the online submitted certificate, such as a qualification exam score sheet, is unclear, or if the original document cannot be submitted when requested by the office.
  • The test score is not one of the specified qualifications for exemption.
【Only if the application is made during "study abroad" or "leave of absence"】
  • The score was not attained during "study abroad" or while taking a "leave of absence" [Only for students who are applying for exemption while they are studying abroad or are taking a leave of absence].
  • The student does not attend the interview on the specified day (regardless of the reason).

Language Class Attendance Rules

Starting from 2010 Spring Semester, the following rules concerning class attendance will apply to all language education subjects (English, Japanese, AP languages).
In addition, each class may have special rules concerning attendance. Please be sure to confirm these in each course syllabus.

Attendance

Please attend all classes. If circumstances require your absence, you will still be required to attend at least 3/4 of the classes (including regular class days and final exam). If you do not attend this number of classes, you will automatically receive a failing (F) grade for the course.

Absence

If you are not present at the time class attendance is taken, you will not be counted present. However, absences may be excused in the following cases:

【Contraction of an infectious disease (as recognized by Japanese School Health Law)】

Students must apply to the APU Academic Office with the required documentation in order to have their absences from class excused for this reason.

【University-authorized leave of absence】

The relevant APU office (i.e. Academic Office, Student Office, Career Office) will send the documents directly to the class teacher. The student does not need to submit the documents to the teacher.

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