Musashino University was established in 1965 as "Musashino Women's University" and became coeducational in 2004, transforming into a comprehensive university with 12 faculties and 20 departments across humanities, sciences, and medical fields. Although there are several universities in Japan named "Musashino," Musashino University has recently seen a surge in popularity. This article explores the appeal of the university's Distance Learning Department.
Early Adoption of WBT in the Musashino University Distance Learning Department
The Musashino University Distance Learning Department was an early adopter of the WBT (Web-Based Training) system, allowing students to study anytime and anywhere as long as they have internet access.
This system enables students to earn their degrees through a combination of home study and intensive on-campus sessions, providing learning opportunities for students who cannot commute and those living abroad.
Musashino University aims to provide "human education based on Buddhist principles," embodying the philosophy of "providing opportunities for all students who wish to learn."
Overseas Japanese and Foreigners Can Apply and Enroll if They Meet Certain Requirements
Students living abroad can apply online to the Musashino University Distance Learning Department if they meet certain requirements.
Foreign applicants need to demonstrate proficiency in Japanese, meeting specific scores in one of the following tests:
JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) N1
EJU (Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students) with a Japanese score (excluding writing) of 220 or higher
J.TEST with a score of 700 or higher
BJT (Business Japanese Proficiency Test) with a score of 530 or higher
JPT with a score of 660 or higher
Chinese Ministry of Education's Japanese major level 8
Reference: Musashino University Graduate School Distance Learning Department 2024 Student Application Guidelines: Regular Course Human Sciences Major
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Note: Textbooks can only be shipped within Japan, so students need an address in Japan to receive them. Additionally, some faculties require on-campus sessions (schooling) as a graduation requirement. These sessions are held during long holidays like summer and winter, making it easier for working students to attend.
Affordable Tuition Fees!
The tuition for Musashino University Distance Learning Department is approximately 750,000 yen for four years, making it about half to one-third the cost of conventional universities.
Moreover, compared to other distance learning universities, Musashino University's fees are lower, and the quality of education is maintained through the WBT system.
Distance Learning Department Faculty Introduction
Musashino University's Distance Learning Department mainly offers humanities faculties:
Faculty of Human Sciences, Department of Human Sciences
Psychology Major
Buddhist Studies Major
Social Welfare Major
Nursing Course (for credit-earning students)
Honganji Teacher Certification Course (for credit-earning students)
Faculty of Education, Department of Education
Elementary Education Specialization
Japanese Language Specialization
English Language Specialization
Additionally, the university offers certification courses to upgrade from a kindergarten teacher type 2 license to a type 1 license through recognized distance learning programs.
For more detailed information, please visit the Musashino University Distance Learning Department website.
Musashino University Distance Learning Department Website:
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