Schools offering specialized courses in specialized schools are called specialized schools and are recognized as institutions of higher education in Japan. The minimum threshold for admission is a high school diploma. Specialized schools are schools that implement vocational education and learn the necessary knowledge, skills and technologies in real life. It can be understood as a technical school in China, with a school system of one to three years, usually two years. 1995- 1 graduates of specialized courses (including those who have obtained doctoral, master's and bachelor's degrees, and the general public) are awarded "specialist" degrees (equivalent to "associate bachelor's degrees" for short-term university graduates).

College is very popular in recent years because of its short academic system, strong practical ability and good employment orientation. Especially after graduating from a good specialized school or major, the employment rate is extremely high, and the value is greatly increased after obtaining the industry-related certificate. Suitable for students who plan to stay in Japan for work, permanent residence or immigration after graduation.

The short-term university system is two to three years, and the general professional study period is two years, such as medical technology and nursing. Similar to junior colleges, it also aims at cultivating talents in higher vocational and technical fields. However, since the word "university" is awarded, it shows that theoretical and academic aspects will be emphasized in the curriculum, and "associate degree" will be awarded after graduation. Moreover, about 60% of short-term universities are women's short-term universities, and more than half are disciplines such as home economics, literature, language, education and medical care. It can be said that there are many majors suitable for men in special schools, and science is strong; Short-term universities are more popular with women, and short-term university students who want to continue their studies can take exams and be admitted to universities for further study. However, in recent years, due to the demand for practical skills in Japanese society and the vigorous development of specialized schools, more and more people choose specialized schools to study.