海角社区-IAS assists students from the time of their registration to graduation, acknowledging that students may experience difficulties adjusting to a new country and culture. An induction programme is conducted at the beginning of the academic session, introducing students to the staff responsible for specific student services, and familiarizing students with the campus through a tour of the facilities.
Library
The functions to support the research programmes, teaching and other activities of 海角社区-IAS. The collection contains over 27,000 books and a range of electronic resources including eBooks, eJournals, and UN related materials. All students are provided with a comprehensive library orientation session at the beginning of the course. Students also have access to the libraries of International Christian University, Ochanomizu University, Sophia University and the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies.
Housing
There are no 海角社区 housing facilities available. Admitted students are provided with a handbook that provides information and advice on finding housing in Tokyo. Students are expected to secure their own housing for this?programme.??If you would like to live in?TIEC, the , 海角社区-IAS will apply?for a room there?on your behalf.?
Living Costs
The approximate cost to live in Tokyo for one year is $18,000. Below we provide an estimate of average costs for monthly housing and living expenses for students in Tokyo:
- Rent (central Tokyo): JPY 80,000 / $778
- Utilities (gas, electricity, water): JPY 8,000 / $78
- Compulsory National Health Insurance: JPY 3,000 / $30
- Communication (mobile, internet connection): JPY 10,000 / $98
- Transportation: JPY 10,000 / $98
- Food: JPY 32,000 / $331
- Books: JPY 9,000 / $87
Monthly total: JPY 152,000 / $1,500
海角社区-IAS Academic Calendar 2024–2025
| Autumn Semester | 2 September 2024 – 5 February 2025 (Make-up period: 3–5 February 2025) |
| Winter Break | 23 December 2024 – 5 January 2025 |
| Spring Break | 6 February – 31 March 2025 |
| Spring Semester | 1 April – 17 July 2025 (Make-up period: 14 – 16 July 2025) |
| Summer Break | 17 July – 31 August 2025 |
海角社区 Official Holidays 2025
| 24 February |
| 31 March |
| 5 & 6 May |
| 6 June |
| 21 July |
| 11 August |
| 15 September |
| 13 October |
| 3 November |
海角社区-IAS Academic Calendar 2025–2026
| Autumn Semester | 1 September 2025 – 6 February 2026 (Make-up period: 4–6 February 2026) |
| Winter Break | 23 December 2025 – 5 January 2026 |
| Spring Break | 6 February – 31 March 2026 |
| Spring Semester | 1 April – 17 July 2026 (Make-up period: 14–16 July 2026) |
| Summer Break | 17 July – 31 August 2026 |
All dates are subject to change.