Senshu University

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Senshu University, established in 1880, is a distinguished private institution with a rich history, particularly known for its pioneering role in modern Japanese legal and economic education. It offers strong programs across faculties such as Economics, Law, Business Administration, Humanities, and Network Information. For international students, Senshu provides a supportive environment through its International Center, which facilitates exchange programs, short-term study options, and offers Japanese language education and cultural activities. While the primary language of instruction is Japanese, some courses are available in English, and the university actively promotes global understanding. A distinctive characteristic is its legacy as one of Japan's oldest private universities, contributing significantly to the nation's intellectual landscape.

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Senshu University (専修大学, Senshū Daigaku), generally referred to as Senshu (専修) or Sen-Dai (専大), is a private university located in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan. Founded in 1880 as Senshu College (専修学校; Senshu Gakko), which was recognised as one of the Five Great Law Schools by four co-founders, it is one of the oldest universities in Japan. The university has a total of about 20,000 students coming from the Greater Tokyo Area. Senshu is organised into seven undergraduates, five graduates, and one professional graduate school; and twelve research institutes. The university currently has partnerships with 35 universities and institutions in 19 countries. Some of the University's partners include: the University of Bristol (England), the University of Barcelona (Spain), Peking University (China), and the University of Oregon (United States). Since its founding, Senshu University has sent out about 290,000 graduates, with alumni in diverse fields such as politics, business, culture, entertainment, sports, and mass media. Senshu University...

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