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General Education Courses
The purpose of General Education Courses is to acquire multifaceted Comprehensive Knowledge and practical skills. They are divided into six fields. You can deepen your learning by taking the two sections, lectures and practical courses. You will gain knowledge and skills that you cannot get from studying at a faculty or department.
*Some courses are available for specific grade levels.。
- Information and Communication
- History and Culture
- Modern Society
- Nature and Environment
- Mind and Body
- Life Management and Career Design
Information and Communication
We develop the knowledge and skills needed to learn, live, and work in an information society. We offer a wide range of courses, including those on information, statistics, and communication, as well as practical classes that use ICT to hone your expressive skills.
Lecture Section
Data Analysis Fundamentals/Media and Society/Information Technology and Global Communication, etc.
Practical Section
Digital Media Training/Digital Collaborative Studies/Critical Thinking, etc.
[Featured Class] Digital Media Training
This class will develop practical skills to access and utilize digital media that is shared globally across borders. Students will also acquire correct knowledge of media and data formats, character codes, copyrights, etc. Classes are conducted in English, so this class is also recommended for those considering studying abroad or traveling abroad for other reasons.
History and Culture
Students will study the history of humanity from a global perspective and deepen their understanding of traditional cultures, ideologies, and religions in Japan and around the world. They will also engage in practical cultural research, such as training in reading literature and investigating cultural assets.
Lecture Section
The 20th Century World / Japanese Traditions and Culture / Japan in the Modern World, etc.
[Featured Lesson] Historical Awareness in the Global Era
Specific examples and works will be introduced regarding the formation process, current state and spread of modern history, as well as its subject and methodology. The lecture format will be easy to understand even for history novices, with each session focusing on a different theme, such as "Gender History," "Mental History," or "Political History." The goal is to acquire knowledge that will enable students to look back on the past, acquire various perspectives on history, and propose perspectives and coordinate axes to overview the progress of human history up to the global era.
Practical Section
Japanese masterpieces / World masterpieces / Science Lab Course (Integration of Humanities and Sciences) etc.
Modern Society
We look at the modern world from a variety of perspectives, including politics, law, economics, and social structure. Through themes such as the environment, human rights, gender, and art, we foster an awareness of contributing to the realization of a better society.
Lecture Section
Contemporary Japanese Issues / Contemporary Society and Gender / Introduction to Global Studies, etc.
[Pickup Class] Modern Society and Human Rights
What are "human rights"? It is difficult to grasp them in the peacefulness of everyday life, and it is only when "violations" occur that we become aware of them as something that "should be protected." In order to shed light on "human rights" from various aspects of society, the class will be held in a relay format with a different lecturer each time. By visualizing "violations," students will reconsider the "human rights" that should be acquired and protected, and gain a variety of perspectives.
Practical Section
Contemporary Art Workshops and more
Nature and Environment
The aim is to acquire basic knowledge of the global environment and biological environment and to think about the coexistence of nature and humans. Emphasis is placed on direct experience of contact with nature, such as environmental surveys and laboratory work.
Lecture Section
The World of Mathematics / Physics in Nature and Life / Introduction to Human Geography, etc.
Practical Section
Science Lab Course (Physics) / Intensive Science Lab Course / Mathematics and Statistics, etc.
[Featured Class] Science Lab Course (Physics)
We conduct physics experiments focusing on mechanics, waves and vibrations, heat, fluids, electricity and magnetism, and light. By operating experimental equipment and actually measuring physical quantities around us, the aim is to make physics familiar to students and discover how fascinating it is.
Mind and Body
The aim is to understand and practice the human mind and body as a whole. In addition to lectures and practical subjects related to sports, there are also group studies in psychology, so students can acquire skills for improving their health.
Lecture Section
Philosophy of Sport/Social Environment of Sport/Introduction to Personal Health and Wellness, etc.
Practical Section
Psychology Workshop/Sports Practice 1-14*
*Volleyball, basketball, table tennis, badminton, futsal, etc.
*Volleyball, basketball, table tennis, badminton, futsal, etc.
[Pickup Class] Sports Practice 5 (Badminton)
The goal is for students to develop a love for badminton and experience the fun of competing while cultivating cooperation in pairs. Students will also set specific individual goals, such as hitting a smash or being able to make a variety of serves, and aim to master these.
Life Management and Career Design
The goal is to help students envision and realize their dreams for their future careers after graduation. Students will deepen their self-understanding, learn the knowledge necessary for career development, and develop the ability to move forward toward the future through internships and other programs.
Lecture Section
Career Preparation Courses/Philosophy of Self-Understanding/Career Design in a Global Age, etc.
[Featured Class] Career Design Theory
In the spring semester, students will understand the meaning of work and the concepts that form the basis of career design, and in the fall semester, they will learn about the practical aspects of work and an overview of skill development. Students will acquire knowledge about self-understanding and work understanding necessary for career development, and will focus on their own abilities to broaden and deepen their self-understanding. Classes are taught by faculty with experience in career counseling, and students will also gain the latest knowledge about careers.
Practical Section
Internships/overseas field training, etc.