Immerse yourself in Tokyo’s culture and innovation through Academic Insights or Career Insights summer programmes for ages 15–18.
Immerse Education’s Tokyo summer school blends rigorous academic challenge with rich cultural discovery, offering two tailored pathways for students aged 15–18. The Academic Insights pathway delivers in-depth, university-style learning, while Career Insights connects students to the professional world through workshops, industry visits, and hands-on projects.
Students benefit from small classes led by leading academics and industry experts, alongside a vibrant cultural programme. Highlights include exploring traditional districts like Asakusa and Yanaka, participating in tea ceremonies, calligraphy, and martial arts, and visiting iconic landmarks such as Tokyo Tower and the Skytree, creating a perfect balance of study and exploration.
Accommodation is provided in modern, centrally located student residences, ensuring comfort, safety, and easy access to Tokyo’s cultural and academic sites. With a diverse international cohort, the programme fosters lasting friendships and a global outlook, making it an unforgettable educational experience.
Hands-on career experience and cultural immersion for global students.
Tokyo offers a unique combination of tradition, innovation, and opportunity. The city is a global leader in technology, finance, and culture, making it an ideal environment for both academic exploration and career insight. Whether you want to deepen your knowledge in a chosen subject or gain practical experience for your future career, the Tokyo summer school will inspire, challenge, and connect you to new opportunities.Choosing this summer program in Tokyo offers a unique blend of academic excellence and career opportunities in one of the world’s most innovative cities. Renowned for its cutting-edge technology and status as a global economic hub, Tokyo provides students with valuable insights into industries like technology, finance, and entertainment. Studying in Japan, particularly at top-ranked institutions like the University of Tokyo, fosters critical thinking and creativity while enhancing future career prospects through international connections. This program promises a transformative and unforgettable educational experience in a vibrant and dynamic environment.
Academic Insights: University-style subject study focusing on theory, analysis, and critical thinking.
Career Insights: Industry-focused learning with site visits, guest lectures, and real-world projects.
Both pathways feature small classes, personalised mentorship, and the opportunity to complete a personal project to showcase in university applications or CVs.
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View moreStudents typically stay at a host university campus or one of its colleges. However, accommodation facilities vary by programme and location. The best way to get an accurate idea of what to expect is to check the FAQs for a specific programme and location
We offer two types of programmes:
- Academic Insights – includes 40 hours of tuition over two weeks, combining theory- and practical-based sessions, workshops, guest speaker events, and one-to-one tutorials. Class sizes are small, with an average of 7 students. - Career Insights – includes 45 hours of tuition over two weeks, with a focus on applied learning through classes, workshops, individual coaching sessions, and industry field visits.
Our tutors are used to teaching undergraduate students who have travelled from all over the world. They are delighted to support students who do not have English as a first language. However, we recommend that participants have a minimum English level of B2 to benefit from the programmes' academic nature fully.
Students are supervised by their subject tutor during class times, and by dedicated mentors during their free time. Students will be part of a mentor family, which is a group of around 7-10 participants attending the programme in the same college but studying a variety of subjects. They are led by their mentor, a current undergraduate at the host university, who is there to answer any questions they may have about the programme or life at university. Mentors form the core of our pastoral care and are on hand to help participants throughout the programme.
Travel to and from the programme is not included in the participation fee. However, we offer shared airport transfer service options for all our programmes. Please find more information on airport transfers here
Programme insurance is not included in the standard participation fee. However, we do offer additional comprehensive summer school insurance for any programme you choose. Our programme consultants are happy to provide more information during a complimentary consultation
Yes, all participants receive a certificate of completion and a detailed personal evaluation written by their tutors.
Depending on the country you are travelling from and the location of your chosen programme, you may need a visa. Please check the specific entry requirements for each destination where Immerse programmes are held: - Singapore: Do I need a visa to attend Immerse in Singapore? - Canada: Do I need a visa to attend Immerse in Canada? - USA: Do I need a visa to attend Immerse in the USA? - UK: Do I need a visa to attend Immerse in the UK? - Australia: Do I need a visa to attend Immerse in Australia?