Operating on a flexible 4-day class schedule (Monday-Thursday), our Kyoto offerings will target several different student populations seeking to study in Kyoto for a semester or two including: (i) first year and transfer students; (ii) students from our Tokyo campus; and (iii) study abroad students from the United States and other countries. Of note, students in Kyoto can concurrently take advantage of nearly 200 online courses offered through our Tokyo campus each semester.

For first year and transfer students, you can take advantage of first year writing, math, Japanese, Intellectual Heritage, and General Education courses at TUJ KYOTO. For students interested in a short-term study away experience, TUJ anticipates offering courses that focus on Japan, Asian studies, Japanese, tourism and hospitality, and General Education.

No Fridays

To enable students at TUJ KYOTO time to explore, no classes will be scheduled on Friday.  Our class schedule will generally focus center on a Monday-Wednesday and Tuesday-Thursday schedule.

Experiential Opportunities

With the Monday through Thursday schedule, some courses at TUJ KYOTO may feature experiential educational experiences on some Fridays and weekends to enhance what you’re learned in the classroom. Learn the long continuous History and Culture of Kyoto by visiting the UNESCO World Heritage sites, dating back to 794 C.E. Apply the theories of The Art of Sacred Space to Kyoto’s 2000+ Buddhist and Shinto shrines. Use what you’ve learned in Practical Japanese to tell a local about your hometown and family.

In-person and Online Courses

While studying away at TUJ KYOTO for a semester or two, students will have access to over 30 in-person courses in Kyoto involving a variety of subjects and disciplines that can satisfy General Education and major requirements. Electives are offered too. Below are some examples of the in-person courses that we may offer. More courses may be added based on demand. 

Also, students at TUJ KYOTO will have access to 200 online courses from Tokyo in all majors including International Business Studies, Computer Information Science, Economics, Environmental Studies, esports, Psychology, Tourism & Hospitality Management, and more.


Exclusive Courses Only at TUJ-Kyoto

Every semester, TUJ-Kyoto offers exclusive courses that are only available there. These courses are not taught at any other Temple University location. Ranging from “Global Leadership” to “Experiencing Kyoto” to “Kyoto Sketchbook,” these courses get students out of the classroom, exploring Kyoto’s landscapes, learning from world-class masters, and actively contributing to their communities. Keep an eye out for these “Special Topic” courses every semester.

TUJ Kyoto Summer 2025 Courses (Subject to Change)

Subject Course Number Title Topic Title
ARTH - Art History 2000 Topics in Art History History and Theory of Animation
ARTH - Art History 2010 Topics in Art History History of Japanese Photography
ARTU - Art (Japan Campus) 2400 Special Topics Kyoto Sketchbook
ARTU - Art (Japan Campus) 2400 Special Topics Animation Studio
ARTU - Art (Japan Campus) 2400 Special Topics Intensive Manga Workshop
ASST - Asian Studies 0811 Asian Behavior & Thought  
ASST - Asian Studies 2030 Special Topics I Experiencing Kyoto's History and Culture
ASST - Asian Studies 2373 Japanese Culture  
ASST - Asian Studies 2511 Intro to Asian Business  
CIS - Computer & Information Science 1001 Intro to Academics in Comp Sci  
CIS - Computer & Information Science 1166 Math Concepts in Computing I  
CLA - College of Liberal Arts 2030 Special Topics Lib Arts III Global Leadership Academy
CLA - College of Liberal Arts 2030 Special Topics Lib Arts III Technology in International Business
CMST - Communication Studies 1111 Communication and Public Life  
CSI - Communication Social Influence 3701 Intercultural Communication  
ECON - Economics 3564 International Monetary Economics  
ENG - English 0701 Intro to Acad Discourse  
ENG - English 0711 Intro/Acad Discourse ESL  
ENG - English 0802 Analytical Reading & Writing  
ENG - English 0812 Analytical Read/Wrtg ESL  
HIST - History 0829 Hist Signif Race in Amer  
HIST - History 0849 Dissent in America  
IH - Intellectual Heritage 0851 IH I: The Good Life  
IH - Intellectual Heritage 0852 IH II: The Common Good  
JPNS - Japanese 1001 Japanese Elements I  
JPNS - Japanese 1002 Japanese Elements II  
JPNS - Japanese 2000 Special Topics I Practical Japanese for Daily Life
JPNS - Japanese 2000 Special Topics I Practical Japanese for Daily Life
JPNS - Japanese 2701 Intermediate I - TUJ  
MSP - Media Studies & Production 1021 Introduction to Media Analysis  
PHIL - Philosophy 0847 The Meaning of the Arts  
POLS - Political Science 0866 World Affairs  
POLS - Political Science 2331 International Organizatn  
PSY - Psychology 2301 Developmental Psychology  
STHM - Sport Tourism Hospitality Mgt 2001 Career Explore & Dev Sem  
STHM - Sport Tourism Hospitality Mgt 4496 Global & Ethical Issues in Exp  
THE - Tourism Hospitality & Events Mgmt 1501 Hospitality and Events Operations

TUJ Kyoto Fall 2025 Courses (Subject to Change)

Subject Course Number Title Subtitle
ARTH - Art History 2010 Topics in Art History Photography in Japan
ARTH - Art History 2010 Topics in Art History History and Theory of Animation
ARTU - Art (Japan Campus) 2400 Special Topics Animation Studio
ARTU - Art (Japan Campus) 2400 Special Topics Kyoto Sketchbook
ASST - Asian Studies 0811 Asian Behavior & Thought  
ASST - Asian Studies 0868 World Society in Lit & Film  
ASST - Asian Studies 2021 Japanese Lit in Film  
ASST - Asian Studies 2030 Special Topics I Experiencing Kyoto's History and Culture
ASST - Asian Studies 2030 Special Topics I Experiencing Kyoto's History and Culture
ASST - Asian Studies 2098 Japanese Popular Culture & Lit  
ASST - Asian Studies 2373 Japanese Culture  
ASST - Asian Studies 2511 Intro to Asian Business  
CIS - Computer & Information Science 1051 Intro to Problem Solving & Programming in Python  
CLA - College of Liberal Arts 2030 Special Topics Lib Arts III Global Leadership Academy
CLA - College of Liberal Arts 2030 Special Topics Lib Arts III Technology in International Business
ENG - English 0701 Intro to Acad Discourse  
ENG - English 0711 Intro to Acad Discourse ESL  
ENG - English 0802 Analytical Reading & Writing  
ENG - English 0812 Analytical Reading & Writing ESL  
ENG - English 0902 Honors Analytical Reading & Writing  
ENG - English 2007 Writing for Business/Industry  
HIST - History 0829 History & Significance of Race in America  
HIST - History 0849 Dissent in America  
HRM - Human Resource Management 1101 Leadership & Organizational Management  
IH - Intellectual Heritage 0851 IH I: The Good Life  
IH - Intellectual Heritage 0951 Honors IH I: The Good Life  
JPNS - Japanese 1001 Japanese Elements I  
JPNS - Japanese 1002 Japanese Elements II  
JPNS - Japanese 2000 Special Topics I Practical Japanese for Daily Life
JPNS - Japanese 2000 Special Topics I Practical Japanese for Daily Life
JPNS - Japanese 2701 Intermediate I - TUJ  
JPNS - Japanese 2702 Intermediate II - TUJ  
MSP - Media Studies & Production 1021 Introduction to Media Analysis  
PHIL - Philosophy 0847 The Meaning of the Arts  
POLS - Political Science 0866 World Affairs  
POLS - Political Science 2331 International Organization