The "ASEAN in Today's World" (AsTW) program was initiated by the International Student Center (ISC) of Kyushu University (Japan) and the first program was organized in 2009. AsTW is a short-term exchange program, aiming to develop capable young people with a creative mindset – the "global citizen" of the future. The program encourages participants to proactively connect and contribute to regional and global issues.
With the goal of creating "new era citizens" who can build bridges between Asia and the international community, ISC designed and implemented AsTW as a unique and valuable learning experience. AsTW is co-organized and hosted in turn by 06 prestigious universities in ASEAN and Japan, including Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU), University of Malaya, Mahidol University, Ateneo de Manila University, Gadjah Mada University, and Kyushu University. The program also receives support from the ASEAN Secretariat and the ASEAN University Network (AUN).
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Vietnam National University, Hanoi, previously hosted AsTW for three consecutive years, from 2015 to 2017. After a journey of nearly a decade around Southeast Asia, AsTW 2026 officially returns to Vietnam National University, Hanoi, with the theme "Shaping ASEAN's Future towards Sustainable Development", promising to bring exciting experiences in the capital city of Hanoi!
Time: From March 02, 2026, to March 12, 2026
Location: Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU), Ha Noi Capital, Viet Nam
Detailed Information:
- Tentative Schedule:https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/courses
- Online Registration Link:https://forms.gle/astw2026-onlineregistration
- Application Guidelines:https://isc.kyushu-u.ac.jp/astw/admissions
Participants:
- 18 years of age or older, currently full-time students at universities.
- Have good academic performance, equivalent to a GPA of 3.0/4.0, or 7.5/10 or higher.
- Proficient in English for communication and academic environments.
- Students must continue their studies at their home university after completing the AsTW program.
Program Participation Costs:
- Registration Program Fee: 111,000 JPY.
- Tuition Fee: 44,400 JPY.
- Airfare, visa, insurance: To be self-funded by the applicant.
Benefits:
- Participate in classes within the framework of the AsTW to learn about the history, culture, economy, society... of ASEAN countries and the opportunities – challenges in sustainable development.
- Accommodation and local transportation within the itinerary provided.
- Visit famous landmarks and heritage sites in Ha Noi and surrounding areas as specified in the program.
- Certificate of participation in the AsTW program issued by Kyushu University.
- Recognition of 3 transferable credits from the AsTW program.
Registration Deadline: From November 20, 2025 to December 31, 2025.
