GO BEYOND LEARNING.
BECOME A LEADER FOR GLOBAL CHANGE.
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific UniversityCollege of Asia Pacific Studies (APS)
Don’t just learn about the world—transform it. In APS, studying theory is only the beginning. Deepen your knowledge through hands-on learning in a truly multicultural environment and build the power to create real change. Over four years of study across borders and disciplines, you’ll develop the practical skills to turn ideas into action and become a leader in our global society.
Advantage 1
GAIN CONFIDENCE TO VOICE YOUR IDEAS ON THE GLOBAL STAGE.
APS offers abundant opportunities to shape and voice your ideas.
Through lively discussions with peers from diverse backgrounds, you’ll learn to express your thoughts clearly and share your voice as a member of the global community.
Advantage 2
NEW PERSPECTIVES EXPAND THE WAY YOU THINK AND COMMUNICATE.
Engaging with people who see the world differently encourages you to rethink your assumptions, broaden your viewpoints, and discover new ways of expressing your ideas with flexibility and depth.
FACTS & FIGURES AT A GLANCE
A snapshot of the learning environment that supports our approach.
DIVERSITY
DIVERSITY
50% International Students 100 Multicultural Collaborative Learning 45% International Faculty
Experience the world, all on one campus.
(as of November 2025)
COLLABORATION
COLLABORATION
100% Multicultural Collaborative Learning
Collaborate with peers who see the world from different perspectives and develop the flexibility to face complex global issues.
EXPRESSION
EXPRESSION
Find your voice, share your vision.
With personalized feedback and ongoing support from our faculty, you’ll master the ability to communicate your ideas confidently in any global setting.
THINKING
THINKING
Go deeper to see clearer.
By engaging in multifaceted analysis, you’ll learn to look beyond the surface to form your own unique perspective.
DISCOVER APS
FAQ
Here are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about APS.
Yes, absolutely. Many of our international students arrive with no prior Japanese language skills. Since most courses are offered in both English and Japanese, you only need proficiency in one of these languages before enrolling.
To graduate, all students are required to take intensive language courses (Japanese for English-basis students and English for Japanese-basis students). We strongly recommend learning basic Japanese before you arrive in Japan to help you adjust smoothly and have a strong start in your language courses.
APS is where global diversity meets real-world learning. With students from over 100 countries/regions, you experience the world every day on campus. Here, learning goes beyond theory—through daily discussions, group work, and fieldwork, you turn your knowledge into practice. This cycle of learning and doing deepens your understanding, builds your abilities to create new value, and prepares you to lead on a global stage.
APU provides extensive career support through the Student Office, helping students with job hunting and post-graduation plans. Every year, 90+% of job-seeking APU students received at least one offer by graduation. Some students continue to graduate studies at APU or other universities around the world.
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