Special Programs
TOEIC Preparation
Evening TOEIC preparatory courses for university students are held on campus from Tuesday to Friday. An official TOEIC IP test is included in the courses, and is taken at the end of each term. Class sizes are small, allowing students to receive personalized instruction that is tailored to their proficiency level.
TOEIC Preparation
Evening TOEIC preparatory courses for university students are held on campus from Tuesday to Friday. An official TOEIC IP test is included in the courses, and is taken at the end of each term. Class sizes are small, allowing students to receive personalized instruction that is tailored to their proficiency level.
English Discussion
The bimonthly English Discussions provide a forum for students to interact with English-speaking faculty in a more informal setting. A wide range of topics are covered in English, such as online technology and popular media. Check the LERC News page for upcoming English Discussions and other events.
The bimonthly English Discussions provide a forum for students to interact with English-speaking faculty in a more informal setting. A wide range of topics are covered in English, such as online technology and popular media. Check the LERC News page for upcoming English Discussions and other events.
Coffee Hour
English Coffee Hour, started in 2011 as an extension of the English Discussion program, provides a friendly, informal setting for students to socialize in English with faculty and with each other. Refreshments provided include hot tea and coffee, ice tea, coffee, soda, and sweets.
English Coffee Hour is held 6 to 8 times per semester and welcomes both students and faculty.
Time: Wednesdays, 2:40-4:10
Place: Global Plaza (Building 2, 1st floor)
For more information, please contact Adam Stone.
English Coffee Hour, started in 2011 as an extension of the English Discussion program, provides a friendly, informal setting for students to socialize in English with faculty and with each other. Refreshments provided include hot tea and coffee, ice tea, coffee, soda, and sweets.
English Coffee Hour is held 6 to 8 times per semester and welcomes both students and faculty.
Time: Wednesdays, 2:40-4:10
Place: Global Plaza (Building 2, 1st floor)
For more information, please contact Adam Stone.
KSU Kids English
KSU Kids English takes place each summer at KSU and has been an outreach activity organized by the Language Education Research Center (LERC) for the past twelve years. The lessons are held for four days in a row at the end of July/early August. Originally intended for children in the surrounding area, the program has since grown to include students from across the city.
The program is designed for elementary school-aged children. Classes are divided into three levels: grades 1-2, grades 3-4 and grades 5-6. The benefits of joining the program include unlimited use of the LERC facilities for the four days, including the Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) library , the DVD library, e-learning software, and computer games.
The teachers of KSU Kids’ English are experienced university teachers who enjoy teaching children.
The registration period is open from June 1st to early August, but the popularity of Kids’ English means that the classes’ maximum enrolment of 30 students is usually filled by mid-June. Early registration is highly encouraged and made possible by contacting the LERC directly at 092-673-5370.
Click here for the official KSU Kids English webpage (Currently not held due to COVID-19.)
KSU Kids English takes place each summer at KSU and has been an outreach activity organized by the Language Education Research Center (LERC) for the past twelve years. The lessons are held for four days in a row at the end of July/early August. Originally intended for children in the surrounding area, the program has since grown to include students from across the city.
The program is designed for elementary school-aged children. Classes are divided into three levels: grades 1-2, grades 3-4 and grades 5-6. The benefits of joining the program include unlimited use of the LERC facilities for the four days, including the Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) library , the DVD library, e-learning software, and computer games.
The teachers of KSU Kids’ English are experienced university teachers who enjoy teaching children.
The registration period is open from June 1st to early August, but the popularity of Kids’ English means that the classes’ maximum enrolment of 30 students is usually filled by mid-June. Early registration is highly encouraged and made possible by contacting the LERC directly at 092-673-5370.
Click here for the official KSU Kids English webpage (Currently not held due to COVID-19.)
High School English Programs
Summer English Program
The LERC offers a specialized Summer English program for Fukuoka-based high school students who are interested in studying English at a university.
In addition to the language classes, the program includes an overview of university-level courses at the LERC. The teaching materials and tasks used in the summer program are similar to those used in university-level courses.
High school students participating in the program receive a high degree of individual support in their studies.
The on-campus High School Summer English Program includes:
Overview of the LERC English language program and the importance of English in a global society
English lessons designed to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
Language learning strategies and study habits required for studying at the university level
Winter English Program
The LERC offers a specialized Winter English program for Fukuoka-based high school students who have been successfully accepted to the university for the upcoming academic year.
As with the summer program, teaching materials and tasks used in the winter program are similar to those used in university-level courses.
The off-campus High School Winter English Program includes:
Summer English Program
The LERC offers a specialized Summer English program for Fukuoka-based high school students who are interested in studying English at a university.
In addition to the language classes, the program includes an overview of university-level courses at the LERC. The teaching materials and tasks used in the summer program are similar to those used in university-level courses.
High school students participating in the program receive a high degree of individual support in their studies.
The on-campus High School Summer English Program includes:
Overview of the LERC English language program and the importance of English in a global society
English lessons designed to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
Language learning strategies and study habits required for studying at the university level
Winter English Program
The LERC offers a specialized Winter English program for Fukuoka-based high school students who have been successfully accepted to the university for the upcoming academic year.
As with the summer program, teaching materials and tasks used in the winter program are similar to those used in university-level courses.
The off-campus High School Winter English Program includes:
- Overview of the LERC English language program and the importance of English in a global society
- Outline of the English placement and achievement tests conducted April and January
- English lessons designed to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
- Language learning strategies and study habits required for studying at a university level
Extension Courses
LERC extension courses are designed for working adults who lack time to study English during the day. Lessons are held in two locations: the KSU main campus and classrooms used by special arrangement at Hakata Station. A variety of courses are available, from beginner to advanced. All courses are taught by LERC faculty.
Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 19:40-21:10. Courses are offered for two 12-week terms, April to July and September to December. Five courses are currently available.
Hakata Station campus
1. English Communication Course I (Beginner/High Beginner)
• Focus: listening and speaking skills necessary for basic communication
2. English Communication Course II (High Beginner/Intermediate)
• Focus: listening and speaking skills necessary for more complex conversations
3. Skills for the TOEIC test (all levels)
• Focus: listening and reading skills that are useful for improving scores on the TOEIC test
KSU main campus
4. English Communication Course I (Beginner/High Beginner)
• Focus: listening and speaking skills necessary for basic communication
5. English for Specific Purposes (Pre-Intermediate/Advanced)
• Focus: useful language for presentations, debates, and other specific situations
LERC extension courses are designed for working adults who lack time to study English during the day. Lessons are held in two locations: the KSU main campus and classrooms used by special arrangement at Hakata Station. A variety of courses are available, from beginner to advanced. All courses are taught by LERC faculty.
Classes are held on Wednesday evenings from 19:40-21:10. Courses are offered for two 12-week terms, April to July and September to December. Five courses are currently available.
Hakata Station campus
1. English Communication Course I (Beginner/High Beginner)
• Focus: listening and speaking skills necessary for basic communication
2. English Communication Course II (High Beginner/Intermediate)
• Focus: listening and speaking skills necessary for more complex conversations
3. Skills for the TOEIC test (all levels)
• Focus: listening and reading skills that are useful for improving scores on the TOEIC test
KSU main campus
4. English Communication Course I (Beginner/High Beginner)
• Focus: listening and speaking skills necessary for basic communication
5. English for Specific Purposes (Pre-Intermediate/Advanced)
• Focus: useful language for presentations, debates, and other specific situations
