About The Program
Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU), located in Beppu, offers a unique international academic program designed to bring together students from all over the world in a multicultural learning environment. The university provides undergraduate and graduate degrees mainly in fields such as Asia Pacific Studies, International Management, Sustainability, and Tourism. Courses are taught in both English and Japanese, allowing international students to study without needing Japanese at the beginning while also having the opportunity to learn it during their studies. APU emphasizes global leadership, critical thinking, and cross-cultural communication through interactive classes, group projects, and real-world learning experiences. With students from over 90 countries, the program focuses on preparing graduates to work in international environments and global careers.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an international student.
- Academic Requirements: Strong academic performance in previous studies.
- English language proficiency: Meeting the minimum English requirement (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent) is mandatory.
- Must have completed or expected to complete high school.
- For scholarships: selection is based on academic performance, activities, and potential.






