As an absolute minimum:

1) All participants should be aged 18 years and over at time of commencement. Applicants under the age of 18 will not be accepted. For Format 1, priority will be given to applicants with a degree and/or those with some business experience or background.

2) This is course specifically designed for learners who are at intermediate level and above.

a) All participants should have finished learning the equivalent of the Minna no Nihongo 1 & 2 series texts. This means the participants should have already learned Keigo (Honorific language), and have passed or be at the equivalent level of Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 3 or higher.

b) It is necessary to pass Yamasa's online test and online listening test for the JBPP.

Online Test
http://db.yamasa.ws/Student/jbpponlinetest.aspx?tid=1 (opens new window)

Online Listening Test
http://db.yamasa.ws/JBPPonlineListeningTest/loginpage.aspx (opens new window)

As a minimum, you need a score of 75% correct or higher for JBPP entry. If your score is between 60% and 74%, we recommend that you to take the preparation & review class (called the yobi course) to revise and review your beginner level grammar and keigo quickly. After taking the online tests, you will be emailed advice from the JBPP instructors.

3) Level check test is conducted the day before the commencement of class. Applicants who are unable to make the grade would be able to transfer into alternative programs.

4) It is not a pre-requisite but it is helpful if you have some experience of using computers and the internet. You do not need to bring a computer with you, but may find it useful to do so.

5) Citizens of certain countries will need to find guarantors. Please check the Visa Requirements section to see if this applies to you.