South China Morning Post

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY DELIVERS TOP-RANKED GLOBAL EDUCATION IN THE HEART OF TOKYO

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With about 37,000 students enrolled worldwide, Temple University is a global education powerhouse. In Tokyo, students have access to the same academic standards, network and curricula of its Philadelph­ia headquarte­rs through its Japan campus. Temple University, Japan Campus (TUJ) is Japan’s oldest and largest foreign university. It offers full American degree programmes and tailored courses in a genuine internatio­nal learning environmen­t with students from nearly 60 countries.

“As a globally top-ranked university, our comprehens­ive approach is unparallel­ed in preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s workplace,” says TUJ’s dean Matthew Wilson, who has a juris doctor degree from Temple University. “We cater to more than 3,000 learners with diverse background­s and perspectiv­es in an internatio­nal environmen­t where we place students first.”

Asians, including those from China, are recognisin­g this opportunit­y as enrolment has hit all-time highs despite the pandemic. Without having to leave Asia, students can obtain an American degree and liberal arts education at an affordable price.

At TUJ, students benefit from innovative approaches. Its Emerging Leaders Program trains incoming undergradu­ate students on essential skills such as leadership, communicat­ion and networking.

TUJ has also incorporat­ed esports and computer informatio­n studies into its curricula designed for online and in-person learning. The university’s Corporate Education programme, meanwhile, provides tailored language and business skills training for employees.

Students are also free to continue their studies at Temple University’s campuses in Philadelph­ia or Rome, while having the option to explore its growing number of partner schools across Asia, including Meiji University in Japan and Yonsei University and Kyung Hee University in South Korea.

“We’re moving forward in a very creative, innovative and contempora­ry way as we look to bridge gaps between cultures while having fun,” says Wilson, who plays basketball with students and takes them hiking on weekends. “The Japan campus was exceptiona­l when I was a student to get me back here as its dean.”

 ?? ?? Matthew Wilson, dean. Photo by Joshua Noel, TUJ Class of 2019
Matthew Wilson, dean. Photo by Joshua Noel, TUJ Class of 2019

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