Keio University

GIGA: English-based BA Degree Program

Opened in 1990 as Keio’s fifth campus, Shonan Fujisawa Campus (SFC) offers the GIGA program through the Faculties of Policy Management and Environment and Information Studies. Students can study in both English and Japanese, taking courses across both faculties to resolve complex issues by integrating technology, science, design, business, innovation, international relations, and policy.

What is the GIGA Program?

A quick guide to GIGA

A quick guide to GIGA

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GIGA at a Glance: 7 Highlights

1. Four-year English-based BA program at a top private university in Japan

Degree Offered

Faculty

Bachelor

Faculty of Policy Management

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Policy Management

Faculty of Environment and Information Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Environment and Information Studies

2. Diverse, interdisciplinary research fields across two faculties

3. Opportunities to learn Japanese and study in both English and Japanese

More than 600 courses are offered in the two faculties, with 20% conducted in English. You can earn your BA entirely in English, but you are also welcome to take courses in Japanese that offer English support.

4. No Japanese proficiency or visit to Japan is required for admission—apply fully online

5. Full-ride scholarships available exclusively for GIGA international students before enrollment

6. Opportunities to study abroad at world top ranked universities

7. Safe, international campus with on-campus housing

GIGA Admission (Winter AO)

・No Japanese proficiency or visit to Japan is required for admission—apply fully online

・Full-ride scholarships available exclusively for GIGA international students before enrollment

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