Hiroshima Courses – 2025-26 Yearlong
If you have questions about the academics or courses available on this program, locate the Program Advisor to email them your questions directly.
Studying abroad can be a more meaningful and invigorating learning experience than at home—both inside and outside of the classroom. You may be more curious and alert than you usually are so use this heightened energy to enhance your studies as well as your cultural and geographical explorations. You may also encounter different teaching styles and course processes; be prepared to adapt and to learn.
Academics
USAC's partnership with Hiroshima University provides you with the opportunity to study at one of the most prestigious universities in Japan. At Hiroshima, you will enroll in an array of courses taught in English, or in Japanese with English language support. Most courses are equivalent to 2 U.S. credits each. You are required to enroll in 14-18 credits per semester. Courses are subject to availability and approval of prerequisites which are determined by Hiroshima University. Hiroshima University has ABET accreditation.
Areas of Study at Hiroshima University (subject to change):
Japanese Language Courses
Japanese language is offered at all levels from beginning to advanced. Each level consists of three to four courses, so a single level will be worth 6 to 8 credits. No previous language coursework is required for the Elementary I level but students are highly encouraged to study Hiragana and Katakana on their own prior to arriving in Japan in preparation for the the cross-cultural experience.
- Elementary Japanese I (fall only)
- Elementary Japanese II
- Intermediate Japanese I
- Intermediate Japanese II
- Advanced Japanese
Fall Semester
Special Courses for International Students
Taught in English
Business and International Relations
- International Issues and Challenges
- Japanese Business and Organizational Management
- Politics and Foreign Relations of Japan
- Study on Japanese Companies and Organizations
Culture, Education, and Linguistics
- Family Life in Japan
- Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology
- Japanese Culture and Peace
- Japanese Society and Gender Issues
- Japanese Society and Lifestyles
- Seminar in English Debate
Science and Technology
- Introduction to Environmental Chemistry
Integrated Courses
Taught in English, or Japanese with English language support
Culture, Education and Linguistics
- Educational Development (graduate-level only)
- English Phonology
Science and Technology
- Animal Science and Technology
- Earth Environmental Chemistry
- Fish Production
- Food Chain Dynamics (graduate-level only)
- General Biosphere Science (graduate-level only)
- Global Environmental Issues and Management
- Insect Science
- Modern Food Science
- Molecular-level Understanding of Functionality of Food
- Physiology of Field Crop Production
- Plankton Biology
- Tropical Aquaculture
- Tropical Biosphere Science
Social Sciences
- Economic Development and Policy (graduate-level only)
- International Relations (graduate-level only)
Spring Semester
Special Courses for International Students
Taught in English
Business and International Relations
- International Issues and Challenges
- Politics and Foreign Relations of Japan
- Study on Japanese Companies and Organizations
Culture and Education
- Cross-Cultural Studies on Education
- Japanese Art and Global Education
- Japanese Culture and Peace
- Japanese Society and Lifestyles
Science
- Modern Chemistry
- Recent Developments in Biological Sciences
Integrated Courses
Taught in English, or Japanese with English language support
Business, Law, and Economics
- Economic Development and Policy (graduate-level only)
- International Relations (graduate-level only)
- Legal System and Japanese Society
Culture, Education and Linguistics
- Asian Cultures (graduate-level only)
- Theories of Second Language Acquisition
Science and Information Technology
- CMOS Logic Circuit Design
- Environmental Management Technology (graduate-level only)
- General Biosphere Science (graduate-level only)
- Introduction to Advanced and Integrated Science
- Tropical Biosphere Science
Community Engagement
The Global Leadership Development practicum is a community service project that provides an excellent way to improve Japanese language skills and increase cross-cultural understanding and appreciation for diversity. This distinctive practicum will help you develop intercultural skills as you work alongside other international students in community projects focused on the promotion of intercultural understanding, creating a support system for international students, and learning about Japanese society. Focus will be on the study of Japanese educational and social policies and their global context. Only offered in the spring term, taught in English and Japanese.
Course Descriptions
To obtain course syllabi, click on the link(s) below and follow the prompts to specific course information. Please contact the USAC Advising department if you have difficulty finding the information.