English Language and Cultural Exchange Programme Spotlight - Chiba University
More and more people from across the world are choosing to study with at UHI Perth because of our commitment to international study. You can choose from an impressive range of top quality courses from foundation courses to Honours and Masters degrees, or opt to improve your English language skills at our British Council-accredited Language School.
We are dedicated to providing a first-class experience for our international students and supporting them every step of the way. On a recent English Language and cultural exchange programme, 15 students from Chiba University in Japan came to UHI Perth for three weeks. We caught up with a few of the students to find out how they got on ๐
Taiyo Kawarai
Can you tell us about some of the activities you have been doing since being in Scotland?
I visited a traditional museum in Glasgow and Edinburgh and went shopping and ate.
What has been your favourite thing that you have done since being here?
I took a bus and saw the magnificent scenery outside. I also took a walk in the dim evening.
Have you enjoyed your time at UHI Perth?
Yes, I have.
Soichiro Hatato
Can you tell us about some of the activities you have been doing since being in Scotland?
In school life, I communicated with people from other countries to improve my English. On holiday, I went to famous places in Scotland and enjoyed the traditional buildings and streets. I also enjoyed new clothes and Scottish specialities and had a great time.
What has been your favourite thing that you have done since being here?
The homestay families were very kind and treated me like family. I was looking forward to going home every day!
Have you enjoyed your time at UHI Perth?
I enjoyed my school life. The teachers were kind and very fulfilling.
Yuki Honma
What has been your favourite thing that you have done since being here?
Playing pool in Perth, because I met many people and got along with.
Have you enjoyed your time at UHI Perth?
I enjoyed my classes and getting along with my classmates.
Yoshiyuki Arihara
Can you tell us about some of the activities you have been doing since being in Scotland?
Sightseeing in Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Dundee.
What has been your favourite thing that you have done since being here?
Relaxing at the park and dinner with my friends on the last day.
Craig Lennox, Director of Partnerships at UHI Perth, commented on the importance of international partnerships at UHI Perth:
โHaving formalised partnership agreements with universities across the world helps to build our brand and raise our profile across the globe. By offering students and staff the opportunity to take part in transnational education programmes, knowledge, expertise, practices, and culture can be shared and enjoyed, whilst providing an enriching experience for all involved.โ