Global GatewaysStudent Associations
International Student Assocaitons
At Kyushu University, all international students are automatically members of the Kyushu University Foreign Students Association (KUFSA). Additionally, there are various student associations for different countries and regions.
Some of these groups actively organize events for student interaction, so be sure to check them out.
Q-Mate -Student Support Team-
Getting to Know Q-Mate
Q-Mate is a student support tema composed of Kyushu University students.They organize a variety of activities to support the daily lives of international students at Kyushu University.
This video was filmed at the Fall 2024 New International Student Orientation held at Shiiki Hall on Ito Campus.
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Ito Campus Tour Video for New Int’l Students
Ito Campus has the largest area among all the university campuses in Japan. At first, it may seem like a big maze and you may get lost, but when you get to know about the campus, you will find many spots that are useful for your student life at Kyushu University. In this video, we will introduce you to each place as we walk around the campus so check it out!Ito Campus Virtual Walking Tour（Click here to enlarge.）
Online Consultation Desk
At our online consultation desk, our Q-Mates will answer your questions about daily life in Fukuoka through 1-on-1 chat service!*This service is exclusively for international students enrolled at Kyushu University and can be used during your stay in Japan.
Online Consultation Desk（Click here to enlarge.）
Club & Circle Activities
Club & Circle Guidebook
In Japan, student clubs are referred to as “circles.” This term originates from the idea of students forming a circle (circle) to share the same interests and goals. Kyushu University has many student clubs and circles that actively engage in various sports, cultural, and artistic activities.We have created a guidebook in English specifically for international students, summarizing the student club and circle activities at Kyushu University. This guidebook not only provides information about the various circles at Kyushu University but also explains the culture of circles in Japan and how to join them.
Please take a look at the guidebook, and if you find any circles that interest you, feel free to get in touch with them.
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Welcome Performance for New Int’l Students
At the New International Student Orientation and Welcome Party, the “Kakyō (Japanese Drumming Club)” and the “Kyushu University Calligraphy Club,” both featured in the guidebook mentioned above, performed welcome presentations.
Through the traditional Japanese arts of taiko drumming and calligraphy, they conveyed their support and encouragement to the newly arrived international students.
International Clubs Guide
At Kyushu University, many student groups focused on international exchange are also very active. Joining these clubs is a great way to make friends with both international students and Japanese students interested in international exchange. Be sure to check them out!
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