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The Japan Study Abroad program is a 4-week program based in Tokyo and Hiroshima. The program is sponsored by the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA), but is open to all majors. All students are required to take 6 hours of coursework—one course on nuclear politics, and a special topics course related to Japan. The program includes long stays in Tokyo and Hiroshima, and excursions to other destinations including Fukushima, Miyajima, and others.

Contact Us
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GLOBIS Center:
110 E Clayton St, 6th floor
706.542.2730
[email protected]

Program Director:
Dr. Bryan Barber
706-542-6705
[email protected]

Application & More Information
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Visit link to get dates, costs, and to apply: studyaway.uga.edu

The priority deadline for all GLOBIS Maymester and Summer Study Away programs is November 1. Applications submitted by this date will receive full review by program directors. Applications received after November 1 will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Program directors have final discretion on all applications.

Admission to all GLOBIS Study Away programs is competitive. Applicants are encouraged to invest the time and effort necessary to submit their strongest possible application. The Statement of Interest should clearly demonstrate both your writing skills and your motivation for participating in a GLOBIS Study Away program.

If you have any questions or concerns about applying, please contact GLOBIS or the program director for more information.

Study Abroad Scholarships
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Click here for more information on study abroad scholarship opportunities.

Department Contact

B. Bryan Barber
B. Bryan Barber

Lecturer of International Affairs

304 Candler Hall

Office: 706.542.6705

Jessica Dick
Jessica Dick

School of Public & International Affairs, Center for the Study of Global Issues (Globis),
Operations Coordinator

110 E. Clayton Street; Office 0620; Athens, GA 30602

Office: 706-542-2729

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