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Applying for a Master’s degree in Japan was one of the most frustrating and educational experiences of my life. Coming from Switzerland, I assumed the process would be similar to European universities: upload your documents, wait for a decision, and prepare for enrollment. I quickly discovered that Japan operates very differently. My journey involved contacting […]
Deciding to move to Japan to pursue a Waseda CS Master’s as a foreigner in Computer Science (FSE) is no small decision—especially if you’re coming from Europe or another region with a very different education system. In this article, I’ll give you a personal and honest look at what it’s like doing the Waseda CS
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Choosing where to build a life is never easy—especially when you’re deciding between two of the most developed, fascinating, and very different cities on earth. Tokyo and Zurich both attract thousands of expats, digital nomads, and professionals every year. I was born in Solothurn, Switzerland, and later lived for two years in Zurich while working
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Coming from Switzerland to study at Waseda University, I knew I was trading one expensive lifestyle for another. However, there is a major difference: I did this 100% on my own. No MEXT scholarship, no government grants, and no external financial aid. Every yen spent was tracked against my personal savings. Living in Tokyo while
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My Success Story: How I Got Accepted with a 50% Scholarship (Without Even Asking!) In April 2023, I received an admission offer from Yonsei University for the Master’s program in Computer Science together with a 50% scholarship. At the time, I had seven years of professional software engineering experience, a Bachelor’s degree from a Swiss