Poole Gakuin University

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Poole Gakuin University, though no longer operational, was a private women's university in Japan, established in 1996 and closing its doors in 2011. Rooted in a long history of Christian education, it primarily offered programs in humanities, social welfare, and early childhood education. While it did not have extensive dedicated international programs or English-taught degrees during its operational period, its curriculum emphasized a holistic approach to learning. For international students considering study in Japan, it's important to note that this institution is no longer accepting new enrollments. Its distinctive characteristic was its commitment to women's education within a Christian framework.

Background

St. Andrew's University of Education (桃山学院教育大学, Momoyama gakuin kyōiku daigaku), formerly Poole Gakuin University (プール学院大学, Pũru Gakuin Daigaku), is a Christian private university in Sakai, Osaka, Japan. It is a part of the Momoyama Gakuin (学校法人桃山学院) organization. Poole Gakuin College received university status in 1995 and the university's first year began in 1996. It had an intercultural studies program as its first four-year program. The Japan University Accreditation Association accredited the university in 2001.

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