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Nanzan University

Nanzan University

Japan

nanzan-u.ac.jp

About

Nanzan University, a private Catholic institution located in Nagoya, Japan, is highly regarded for its strong emphasis on foreign language education, humanities, and international exchange. It is particularly well-known for its Faculty of Foreign Studies and the Faculty of Global Liberal Arts, which offers a fully English-taught degree program. The university fosters a vibrant international student community, largely supported by its dedicated Center for Japanese Studies (CJS), which provides intensive Japanese language and culture programs, as well as comprehensive support services for international students. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to fostering global understanding and interdisciplinary learning within a supportive, values-based environment.

Background

Nanzan University (南山大学, Nanzan daigaku) is a private, Catholic and coeducational higher education institution run by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD) in the Shōwa Ward of Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan. It is considered to be one of the most prestigious private universities in the Chūbu region.

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Location

Quick facts

Country
Japan
City
Nagoya
Founded
1949
Source: Wikidata
Type
Private
Language
Japanese
Source: Wikidata
Students
9,883 (2024)
Source: Wikidata
Website
nanzan-u.ac.jp
Source: Wikidata

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