Department of International Studies and Communication
Major in English Culture and Communication
Our courses provide students with English skills and the intellectual foundation to be a good English writer and translator. The study
covers a variety of linguistic, cultural, and literary disciplines. To cultivate a good command of English, we have tutorial English classes
that consist of two to six students with one native instructor and seven kinds of writing classes. A range of culture and literature
studies including prose, poems, plays, theory, and media broaden the students’ awareness of worldviews. Students are also offered
classes to prepare for TOEIC® examinations and study abroad programs. Students of English Culture and Communication will acquire
a cross-cultural perspective and critical thinking ability for their future paths in global business and the international community.
Degree : BA in Literature
Major in International Social Studies
This major aims to educate students to understand a globalized international society from the approach of the social sciences and puts
emphasis on integrated and wholistic understanding. Students study social systems and their transformation in contemporary international
society. They are required to study various social science theoretical frameworks. Small size group seminars from the sophomore to the
senior years provide the main pillar of this major’s curricula where students get acquainted with discussion and debate skills. This major’
s main contribution is to provide graduates not only with responsiveness to business, but also to the international community.
Degree : BA in Liberal Arts
Department of Japanese Literature and Culture
Major in Japanese Literature
Students in the Japanese Literature major gain a deep understanding of Japanese literary expression and historical background
that prepares them to write persuasively and with richly diverse sensitivity. By reading influential Japanese works
and studying literary criticism of ancient, medieval, modern, and contemporary Japanese literature, students develop the
ability to write appropriate and sophisticated Japanese.
Degree : BA in Literature
Major in Calligraphy
Students learn the history, critique and skill of Japanese calligraphy by taking theoretical subjects as well as practical subjects
which enhance their self-expression skills. Students can gain a deep understanding of the historical background of calligraphy
and become members of society who can express themselves with vivid imagination and unique creativity.
Degree : BA in Literature
Major in Culture and Art
Students in this major study the theory, production and appreciation of culture and art forms from ancient to modern times
through art, philosophy, aesthetics, ethics, archeology, and museology. Students gain analytical insight into intellectual and
philosophical issues and develop their skills in producing various forms of artistic works.
Degree : BA in Literature
Department of Psychology
The psychology major provides students with various technical skills for psychological research which include measuring mental phenomena,
statistical data analysis, as well as the basic techniques in psychological testing and counseling. Students can also learn the fundamentals
of psychological concepts and theories of human development, psychological care, educational aid, mechanisms of learning, communication
skills, social interaction, criminal minds, and so on. In this major, students will come to recognize themselves as psychology generalists.
Degree : BA in Psychology
Department of Child Development and Education
In this major, students become pedagogical specialists in infant and children’s education. Students study the theory and practice of children’s
development and education. Students experience five practical teaching placements throughout the program. Moreover, students
study methods for supporting children’s education and they gain innovative knowledge and skills to aid parents in raising healthy children.
students acquire the advanced skills required of modern teachers and a certification to become kindergarten and day care teachers.
Degree : Bachelor of Education