Teikyo University of Japan in Durham
Arms of Teikyo University of Japan in Durham
MottoDisce ut Praestes
Motto in English
Learn that you may excel
TypePrivate
Established1990
PrincipalProf Masao Imaseki
Students40 (2016/17)
Location
Durham
,
England, UK
AffiliationsTeikyo University
Websitehttp://www.teikyouniversitydurham.com

Teikyo University of Japan in Durham (帝京大学ダラム分校) is an overseas campus of Teikyo University located on the campus of Durham University in the Lafcadio Hearn Culture Centre. The campus was established in 1990 and operates as a language and cultural exchange facility for students from Teikyo University in Tokyo.[1]

The university runs a six-month English language exchange program. Students live either in one of two Japanese Halls of Residence or in accommodation at St Mary's College - a college of Durham University.

The university hosts various outreach activities such as an annual 'Japanese Festival',[2] a schools liaison program and its Japanese library is open to Durham University staff and students along with members of the local community on a part-time basis.

History

Teikyo University of Japan, a dynamic branch campus of the Teikyo University Group in Japan, was founded in 1990 and has been instrumental in implementing the three educational policies of the university: fostering open-mindedness, developing international perspectives, and practical learning.

Buildings and Facilities

Conference Facilities in Durham

The Conference Room is perfect for greeting our guests as it is spacious and serene, and it is accessible for those with disabilities on the top floor.

Library

With more than 30,000 Japanese-language volumes arranged around you, the library will make you feel as though you are in Japan. With a view of the tranquil Zen garden, this is the ideal spot to read and edit in peace. The humanities and social sciences are the primary areas of focus. We especially have books about Japanese literature, art, and history. We also have a significant collection of English-language manga (Japanese comics). Additionally, there is a good assortment of Japanese animation films on DVD, the majority of which are in English.

Student life

List of Principals


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References

  1. ↑ "TEIKYO UNIVERSITY OF JAPAN IN DURHAM -Study In UK". Archived from the original on 4 March 2016.
  2. ↑ "News and Events".


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