In 2020, Holmesglen entered into a Framework Agreement on Study Tour Programs with the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech). Since 2022, Kyutech has sent annual study tour cohorts to Holmesglen. During their two‑week visit to Melbourne, Kyutech students focus on developing their English language skills and gaining industry exposure whilst enjoying homestay accommodation with Australian families and partaking in cultural activities.
Holmesglen has been active in Japan over many years, delivering multiple projects with several educational partners.
We have worked across Japan, with partners in Yokohama, Kyushu Tokyo, Fukuoka and Nago in Okinawa, and across Hokkaido.
Holmesglen has provided special study abroad programs for Japanese hospitality students for over 20 years with our Engjoy partners. Students from the Japan Hotel School (Tokyo), International Travel Hotel & Bridal College (Chiba), Keisen Hokkaido Tourism College (Sapporo) and Nishitetsu International Business College (Fukuoka) come to Holmesglen for a 10-months study abroad program as a part of their three-year course. Their study program in Melbourne improves their English, hospitality skills and understanding of other cultures.
In 2018, a Memorandum of Understanding between YCC and Holmesglen was formally signed at the Australian Ambassador’s residence in Tokyo. Since then, senior management and academic staff from both institutions have conducted reciprocal visits to strengthen collaboration, particularly in the areas of student exchange and the development of pathways enabling YCC students to undertake English language and higher education studies at Holmesglen.
Each year, YCC students participate in a study tour to Holmesglen focused on enhancing English language proficiency. This experience is further enriched through homestay accommodation with Australian families, providing students with valuable cultural immersion and practical language development.