OPEM

STUDY CENTER 

APPLICATION FORM

STUDYING IN JAPAN

Admission Requirements
A wide range of overseas qualifications is accepted as satisfying the entry requirements.  Each application is treated on its own merits but, as a general rule, students should be in possession of qualifications that gives access to universities in their home country. 

Applicants whose first language is not English, should have English Language certificates such as TOEFL (computer based test 173 minimum score or 500 on the old system), IELTS - Grade 5.5, Cambridge FCE - Grade C or better or equivalent.

The attention of all students is drawn to the special entry requirements for the various  courses.

For Entry to Undergraduate Programmes e.g. BSc, BA, BEng/ MEng 

A variety of qualifications can be considered for application for financial aid consideration and/or admission to undergraduate bachelor degree programs by distance learning.

Advanced Level

Applicants with a minimum of 3 A levels or 2 A levels + 2 AS levels will be considered for admission to undergraduate distance learning courses..

International Baccalaureate

Applicants with a minimum of 3 A levels or 2 A levels + 2 AS levels will be considered for admission to undergraduate distance learning courses.

For Entry to Postgraduate Taught Programmes e.g. MA, MSc

Holders of a good bachelor degree with GPA of at least 3.0 from a recognised  university will be considered for application for financial aid and  admission to postgraduate diploma or masters courses by distance learning.

For Entry to MBA

Holders of a good bachelor degree from a recognised  university and at least 3 years´ post-graduation work experience will be considered for direct admission to the MBA.

For Entry to Postgraduate Research Programmes e.g. MPhil, PhD, New Route PhD

If you are holder of master's degree from a recognised university you will be considered for application consideration for financial aid and for admission to postgraduate research programmes by distance learning.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSE IN THE UK

Course Specification

Course Length

  • Standard Course 36 weeks

  • Fast-Track Course 24 weeks

Lessons Per Week

  • IELTS Examination Classes: 15 lessons per week

  • English for Academic Purposes and Lecture Preparation: 5 lessons per week

  • Key subject lectures and classes (Business Studies, Computer Studies, English Language Teacher Training): 10 lessons per week

  • Total lessons per week: 30 (Each lesson lasts 50 minutes)

Career Foundation Courses in the United Kingdom

The Foundation Courses are designed for students who want to prepare for a university first degree course in Britain, or who wish to develop their qualifications and careers in an English-speaking environment. The standard course lasts for 36 weeks, and there is also a fast-track course of 24 weeks for students who have already achieved a good score in IELTS or TOEFL. The courses aim at taking students from High Schools (Secondary School) in their own country into university degree entry in the UK within one year. The courses are intensive, requiring daily attendance.

THE SECRETARY

ATLANTIC PACIFIC EDUCATIONAL PROJECT GROUP (APPGROUP)

31/F OSAKA KOKUSAI BUILDING
2-3-13 AZUCHI-MACHI
 CHUO-KU
 541-0052 OSAKA, JAPAN
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Eligibility and procedures

Special entry requirements for Japanese nationals seeking financial aid for distance learning outside of Japan.

 An interested applicant must have appropriate level of English Language proficiency: and have appropriate academic qualifications recognized for standard entry based on comparison with United Kingdom "O" and "A" Level examinations.

1. Completed and signed General Application Forms

2. Certified copies of secondary and/or high school diploma (testimonial) translated into English.

3. Certified copies of academic transcripts (records of your academic work) translated into English.

4. 4 recent coloured passport photos.

5. Applicant who do not have appropriate level of English Language proficiency recognized for standard entry based on comparison with United Kingdom "O" and "A" Level examinations" may be required to take English Language qualification such as IELTS or TOEFL or SAT or ACT. The minimum score that is accepted for application consideration is TOEFL paper based 250. The TOEFL examination may be used for English placement. The SAT or ACT exam may be used for English and Math Placement.

6. Photocopy of personal data page of national passport or national ID Card.

7. Photocopy of BIRTH CERTIFICATE

Special entry requirements for financial aid for Japanese nationals for further education in Japan and/or overseas.

Entry requirements may vary from country to country. An interested applicant must have appropriate level of English Language proficiency: and have appropriate academic qualifications recognized for standard entry based on comparison with United Kingdom "O" and "A" Level examinations.

1. Completed and signed General Application Forms

2. Certified copies of secondary and/or high school leaving certificate translated into English Language.

3. Certified copies of academic transcripts (records of your academic work) translated into English Language.

4. 4 recent coloured passport photos.

5. Applicant who do not have appropriate level of English Language proficiency recognized for standard entry based on comparison with United Kingdom ""O" and "A" Level examinations" may be required to take English Language qualification such as IELTS or TOEFL or SAT or ACT. The minimum score that is accepted for application consideration is TOEFL paper based 250. The TOEFL examination may be used for English placement. The SAT or ACT exam may be used for English and Math Placement.

6. Photocopy of personal data page of national passport or national ID Card.

7. Photocopy of BIRTH CERTIFICATE

Special entry requirements for foreign nationals in Japan seeking financial aid for further education in Japan.

 An interested applicant must have appropriate level of English Language proficiency: and have appropriate academic qualifications recognized for standard entry based on comparison with United Kingdom "O" and "A" Level examinations.

1. Completed and signed General Application Forms

2. Certified copies of secondary and/or high school diploma translated into English.

3. Certified copies of academic transcripts (records of your academic work) translated into English Language.

4. 4 recent coloured passport photos.

5. Applicant who do not have appropriate level of English Language proficiency recognized for standard entry based on comparison with United Kingdom ""O" and "A" Level examinations" may be required to take English Language qualification such as IELTS or TOEFL or SAT or ACT. The minimum score that is accepted for application consideration is TOEFL paper based 250. The TOEFL examination may be used for English placement. The SAT or ACT exam may be used for English and Math Placement.

6. Photocopy of personal data page of national passport or national ID Card.

7. Photocopy of BIRTH CERTIFICATE

8. Photocopy of Immigration identification documents from the Government Immigration Office in Japan or Immigration clearance from the Government Immigration Office in Japan.

9. Applicant must be 21 years or above

OPEM Financial aid programmes

Financial aid is offered on annual renewable basis and is tenable for a period of up to 3 years, subject to continued outstanding academic performance.
Main areas of work Education and good causes (Asia and Middle East)
Beneficiary missions Persons in the countries of Asia and The Middle East
How to apply Funds are fully committed to student-members.
Publication Annual report and account: free quarterly newsletter and on-line publication
Frequency Annually
Location of international offices

Hove, England, United Kingdom
Exclusion Political & religious activities
Membership organisation

NCVO - National Council for Voluntary Organisations of Great Britain
Education Secretary Cheryl WATSON
President & CEO Morris Neilson - Ruiz

 

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN JAPAN
 

How to join OPEM in JAPAN

  • Complete the application forms online, print and post to our centre in OSAKA, JAPAN

For information on financial aid click here

For information on financial aid and/or further education in the North America (Canada and the USA) and Europe click here

For information on financial aid and/or further education in Central and South American Countries click here

For information on financial aid and/or further education in Cuba and other Caribbean Islands click here

For information on financial aid and/or further education in Africa and the Caribbean Islands click here

For information on financial aid and/or further education in People's Republic of China and Asian including Middle East countries click here

Distance learning

  • Offers you the opportunity to further your education without the need to give up work.
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  • Offers you the opportunity to study from home or at work.
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  • Offers you the opportunity to study wherever you are located.
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  • Offers you the opportunity to enrol and start your training on any day or date.
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  • Offers you the opportunity to study at the pace which best suits your circumstances.

Distance and Virtual learning: [Certificate courses] [Diplomas courses] [Degree courses]

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN JAPAN
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