TUJ-Kyoto’s offerings meet the needs of many different student populations, including first year and transfer students; students from TUJ’s Tokyo campus; and study abroad students from the United States and other countries.
To browse course offerings at TUJ-Kyoto, please see the Course Schedule Guide.
TUJ Kyoto courses encompass:
- General Education courses, including First Year Writing and Intellectual Heritage
- Courses in all of TUJ’s degree programs, from Art to Tourism
- Expanded courses offerings in International Business Studies, the first full undergraduate degree program that may be completed entirely from TUJ-Kyoto
- Honors courses
- Specialty courses offering exclusive educational opportunities to engage in the Kyoto community, in areas such as traditional artisan craftsmanship, business and marketing, event planning, and film production.
In-person and Online Courses
In addition to an ever-growing list of on-campus offerings, students in Kyoto will have access to online courses from Tokyo in all majors and General Education.
International Business Studies
Starting Fall 2025, new students who begin their studies at TUJ-Kyoto will be able to complete the entire degree in International Business Studies from Kyoto. As TUJ’s most popular major, this pathway presents an unprecedented opportunity for TUJ students in the Kansai region.
Temple University Honors Program
Students accepted into the Temple University Honors Program will be able to fulfill their Honors requirements at TUJ-Kyoto. Honors versions of General Education courses, including Honors First Year Writing and Honors Intellectual Heritage, will be offered exclusively at TUJ-Kyoto.
Exclusive Courses Only at TUJ-Kyoto
Every semester, TUJ-Kyoto offers courses that are only available in Kyoto. 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.