From Immersion to Profession : Long-Term English Retention and Career Development of Immersion Education Graduates in Japan

Key Points

• This research aims to explore how immersion education influences long-term English retention and career development among graduates in Japan.
• Conducted a survey among graduates of immersion programs at the University of Tokyo.
• Analyzed career trajectories and English language proficiency over time.
• Utilized digital resources for data collection and analysis.
• Graduates showed improved career prospects linked to English retention over a five-year period.
• Higher levels of English retention correlated with advancement in professional roles.
• The study identified significant trends in language skills affecting employability.