Are you an engineering student seeking international career development opportunities? Do you want to enhance your technical skills through practical projects and expand your global network? The GiFU Summer Exchange Program 2025 is the opportunity you cannot miss!

This international exchange program is organized by Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology (PTIT) and National Institute of Technology, GiFU College, Japan, offering students the chance to learn, experience, and develop skills in a modern study and working environment in Japan.

Program Details

Exchange period: From July 1, 2025 to August 5, 2025

Location: National Institute of Technology, GiFU College, Japan

Number of selected students: 7 (including 3 scholarship recipients and 4 self-funded students)

Registration link: Register here

Application deadline: Before 5:00 PM on May 8, 2025

Attractive Scholarships

+ 3 JASSO scholarships (Japan Student Services Organization) will be awarded to 3 outstanding students. Each scholarship is worth 80,000 JPY/month during the exchange period.

Financial and Living Support
+ PTIT will support the following costs for the 7 participating students:

+ Round-trip airfare

Visa application fees

Living expenses (food, accommodation, local transportation during the exchange at GiFU Kosen) will be self-funded by students. (Students may choose to stay at GiFU Kosen dormitories.)

Eligibility

+ The program is open to PTIT students majoring in engineering, with the following requirements:

+ GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)

+ Preference given to students with Japanese language skills or English proficiency equivalent to B2 (CEFR).

Impressive Study Program

+ Participants will have opportunities to engage in practical learning activities and apply modern technologies in exciting projects, including:

+ AI programming: Competing in the Penguin Party game

+ Designing line-following robots using kits, microcontrollers, and 3D printing

+ Processing images of ancient documents: Contributing to digitizing history and cultural heritage

Cultural Exchange and Excursions

+ In addition to academics, students will experience unique Japanese cultural activities:

+ Interaction with Japanese students: Participating in events such as Welcome party, Farewell party, calligraphy experiences, traditional games, and sports.

+ Visiting cities: Planned excursions to famous locations in Japan including Nagoya City, Gifu and Aichi Castles, Kyoto/Nara, experiencing tea ceremony and making traditional Wagashi sweets.

Register now to represent PTIT at GiFU this summer!

The GiFU Summer Exchange Program 2025 offers not only the chance to learn but also to explore a unique culture and expand your international network. It is a wonderful opportunity to develop your career and build unforgettable memories during your studies.
Don’t miss out! Register now and prepare for an exciting summer in Japan with the GiFU Summer Exchange Program 2025.