Japan

The Keio University visit

The School of Health, Sciences and Society was delighted to host 12 Nursing students and 3 staff members from the Faculty of Nursing & Medical Care at Keio University, Japan.

During their visit, the Keio students engaged in a rich programme of academic and practical activities, including lectures, clinical skills sessions, and visits to our local practice partners. Lecture topics included the Nursing Curriculum, Public Health, Children’s Services, Care in the Home, and Midwifery in the UK. Students also had the opportunity to enhance their clinical skills using our simulation facilities and manikins. To provide real-world context, the programme included visits to the West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust, East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH), and St Elizabeth Hospice. The visit concluded with insightful student presentations comparing healthcare and nursing education systems in the UK and Japan.

Beyond the academic schedule, students immersed themselves in British culture. Highlights included tasting traditional fish and chips, trying scones, and visiting the historic city of Cambridge. They were also eagerly anticipating a trip to London.

Looking ahead, students from the nursing programmes at the University of Suffolk will have the opportunity to take part in the Keio Short-Term Nursing and Medical Care Studies Programme at Keio University, Japan in February 2026.