Various policies of the Faculty of Sociology

Based on the university's basic educational goals, Faculty of Sociology conducts education and research that cultivates a critical spirit and empathetic dialogue skills based on the discovery and theoretical and empirical analysis of various social issues, and aims to train talented individuals with the comprehensive imagination to realize a desirable society.

Diploma Policy

Students enrolled after AY2027

Faculty of Sociology 's undergraduate education policy is to realize the "basic goals of education" of Musashi University and to develop human resources who can respond appropriately to various social problems and issues that arise in the midst of increasingly complex and fluid social changes. In order to achieve these goals, the courses to be taken and the credits required for graduation set by the Faculty124Students who have earned credits and acquired the following knowledge, skills, and attitudes will be awarded Bachelor of Sociology degrees. In addition, academic learning Results, in addition to the grades of each subject,GPA, the number of credits earned, and the evaluation of graduation thesis and graduation work are grasped as the main indicators.

Have a broad knowledge and in-depth education in natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences
Acquire specialized knowledge in sociology, media studies, and informatics, and acquire theoretical thinking skills.
To acquire specialized methodologies and skills related to social research, data analysis, interpretation, production, and literacy, which are the core of learning in the Faculty of Faculty of Sociology, and to deepen experience through practical training.
To be able to independently investigate a research topic of social significance through specialized seminars, graduation thesis and graduation project, and to perform a critical analysis based on facts.
As a global leader, you must understand and respect the cultures of others across cultural differences and borders, and you will be willing to contribute to the development of society and community by utilizing your specialized knowledge and practical skills in sociology, and you will be able to take proactive action.
In order to realize a better social life, students must accurately express and communicate their ideas to others, respect the diverse values and opinions of others, and acquire an attitude of cooperation.
Have a solid command of foreign languages to be able to gather, organize, and examine useful information in a global society.

Students enrolled before the 2026 academic year

Faculty of Sociology aims to realize Musashi University 's "Basic Educational Goals" and has as its undergraduate educational policy the development of talented individuals who can respond appropriately to the various social issues and challenges that arise in an increasingly complex and fluid society. To achieve this, a Bachelor's degree in Sociology will be awarded to students who have completed the required courses and 124 credits for graduation set by the Bachelor of Sociology and have acquired the following knowledge, skills, and attitudes. The main indicators of academic learning outcomes are grades in each course, as well as GPA, number of credits earned, and evaluations of graduation theses, graduation projects, and graduation activities.

Have a broad knowledge and in-depth education in natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences
Students must have acquired specialized knowledge in sociology and media studies and possess the ability to think theoretically.
To acquire specialized methodologies and skills related to social research, data analysis, interpretation, production, and literacy, which are the core of learning in the Faculty of Faculty of Sociology, and to deepen experience through practical training.
To be able to independently investigate a research topic of social significance through specialized seminars, graduation thesis and graduation project, and to perform a critical analysis based on facts.
As global leaders, we must understand others across cultural differences and borders, respect their cultures, and have the ability to adjust diverse values and opinions and work together to realize a better social life.
Acquire the skills to accurately express and communicate your thoughts among a diverse range of people.
Have a solid command of foreign languages to be able to gather, organize, and examine useful information in a global society.
The ability to utilize specialized knowledge and practical skills in sociology to contribute to society and the community, and to take initiative in doing so

Students enrolled before 2021

Faculty of Sociology aims to achieve the fundamental educational goals of Musashi University, and its educational policy is to cultivate individuals who can respond appropriately to the various social problems and issues that arise in an increasingly complex and fluid society. To achieve this, a Bachelor's degree in Sociology will be awarded to students who have completed the required courses and 124 credits for graduation set by the Bachelor of Sociology and have acquired the knowledge, skills, and attitudes listed below. The main indicators of academic learning outcomes are the grades in each course, as well as GPA, number of credits earned, and evaluations of graduation theses, graduation projects, and graduation activities.

Have a broad education in natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences
Students must have acquired specialized knowledge in sociology and media studies and possess the ability to think theoretically.
To acquire specialized methodologies and skills related to social research, data analysis, interpretation, production, and literacy, which are the core of learning in the Faculty of Faculty of Sociology, and to deepen experience through practical training.
To be able to independently investigate a research topic of social significance through specialized seminars, graduation thesis and graduation project, and to perform a critical analysis based on facts.
As global citizens, we must understand others across cultural differences and borders, respect their cultures, and be prepared to adjust diverse values and opinions and work together to realize a better social life.
Acquire the skills to accurately express and communicate your thoughts among a diverse range of people.
Have a solid command of foreign languages to be able to gather, organize, and examine useful information in a global society.
The ability to utilize specialized knowledge and practical skills in sociology, to have the motivation to contribute to society and the community, and to act independently

Curriculum Policy

Students enrolled after AY2027

Faculty of Sociology curriculum is organized into three categories: General Education Courses, Foreign Language Courses, and Specialized Courses based on the Curriculum Policy of the entire university in order to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes listed in the Diploma Policy. In General Education Courses, Comprehensive Knowledge, Specialized Knowledge, and the ability to collaborate with others and practical skills, in Foreign Language Courses, the ability to use foreign languages to express one's own ideas in English and various languages, and in Specialized Courses, the ability to use foreign languages is systematized into four subject groups: "seminar subjects", "method subjects", "theoretical courses", and "development courses". From the first year to the fourth year, students acquire systematic knowledge, skills, and methods, as well as problem-solving skills, thinking, judgment, and expression.

Common to all faculties

General Education Courses is a course for acquiring the ability to collaborate with others Specialized Knowledge Comprehensive Knowledge, practical skills, and comprehensive human skills corresponding to the qualifications and abilities listed in item 1 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, and is placed in the 1st ~ 4th year. There are seven fields: "Mathematical Sciences and Data Science", "Humanities + Related Fields", "Social Sciences + Related Fields", "Natural Sciences + Related Fields", "Sports Science + Related Fields", "Career Design + Related Fields", and "Language and Communication", of which a minimum of 2 credits must be acquired in each field from 6 fields excluding "Language and Communication", for a total of 20 credits
Foreign Language Courses is a course designed to learn about the societies and cultures of other countries in accordance with the qualities and abilities listed in items 5 and 7 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, and to acquire the ability to communicate, gather, organize, and examine smoothly in the global era. English is a compulsory subject in the 1st ~ 2nd year, and in the 1st year, small classes are organized according to the level of achievement according to the student's English proficiency
The "Seminar Courses" group is a pillar of undergraduate education based on a small number of supervisors that corresponds to the qualifications and abilities listed in Item 2 of the Undergraduate Diploma Policy, and consists of a basic seminar in the first year, a methodology seminar in the second year to acquire various methodologies, a specialized seminar in the third year to complete a graduation thesis and graduation project, and a graduation research seminar in the fourth year
In the "Methods Courses" group, the basic courses of research methods corresponding to the qualifications and abilities listed in item 3 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy are assigned in the first year, and from the second year onwards, a variety of courses are arranged so that students can take them according to their interests, so as to ensure the acquisition of knowledge and skills, and to provide opportunities for students to acquire richer social analysis skills
In the "Theoretical Courses" group, basic theoretical and theoretical courses corresponding to the qualifications and abilities listed in Item 2 of the Faculty of Undergraduate Diploma Policy are assigned in the first year, and from the second year onwards, more specialized courses are assigned to improve theoretical knowledge
In order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of the Faculty Diploma Policy, each department will have a major from the first year onwards
In order to fully acquire the qualifications and abilities listed in items 4 and 6 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, graduation thesis and graduation work are compulsory, and in addition to improving the specialized knowledge acquired through undergraduate education, as well as improving presentation skills and communication skills by utilizing experience in social research, media production, and data analysis, the students will be positioned as the culmination of their four-year undergraduate education
The courses offered in each department are "undergraduate Interdepartmental Specialized Courses and other majors Specialized Courses", and flexible courses are allowed to be taken in order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy
In order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 1 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, cultivate a broad perspective, and deepen understanding of specialized fields, establish a "University-Wide Specialized Courses" that is not bound by the boundaries of faculties and departments
When taking the third-year specialized seminar and the fourth-year graduation research seminar, sequentiality is emphasized, and basic subjects are required as a condition
Courses certified by the "Social Research Association" will be offered in accordance with the qualifications and abilities listed in item 3 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, and courses will be arranged so that many students can obtain the "Social Researcher" qualification.
In order to fully acquire the qualifications and competencies listed in items 5 and 7 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, a global Related Courses group is designated, and a certificate of completion is issued to those who have completed the prescribed credits
In order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in items 5 and 6 of the undergraduate Diploma Policy, students will have the opportunity to learn about various social issues, social events, and regional issues, including fieldwork both domestically and internationally.
Numbering encourages cumulative academic learning and systematically arranges subjects

Department of Sociology Sociology Program

In order to acquire basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing skills, presentation skills, and discussion skills, which are the foundations of learning at university, "Basic Seminar 1" and "Basic Seminar 2" are placed in the first year
In the second year, students will learn a variety of research methodologies, such as questionnaire surveys, interview surveys, participation observation, media analysis methods, and data analysis, in order to clarify social phenomena, human behavior, and consciousness
A graduation thesis is compulsory, and students will develop the ability to independently analyze and consider various issues in modern society using empirical and logical writing supported by sufficient evidence, based on sociological thinking methods and social research techniques acquired over four years of study.

Department of Socio-Media Studies Socio-Media Studies Program

In order to acquire basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing skills, presentation skills, and discussion skills, which are the foundations of learning at university, "Basic Seminar 1" and "Basic Seminar 2" are placed in the first year
In the second year, "Methodology Seminar 1" and "Methodology Seminar 2" will deepen your understanding of media through an understanding of the methodology by mastering methods such as media content analysis, quantitative research, data analysis, fieldwork, and content creation
A graduation thesis or graduation project is required, and based on the media literacy and media analysis or media production techniques acquired over four years of study, students will develop the ability to disseminate information to modern society, which faces a diverse media environment.

Department of Socio-Media Studies Information and Social Design Program

In order to acquire basic skills such as reading comprehension, writing skills, presentation skills, and discussion skills, which are the foundations of learning at university, "Basic Seminar 1" and "Basic Seminar 2" are placed in the first year
In the second year, "Methodology Seminar 1" and "Methodology Seminar 2" develop the ability to analyze social and cultural phenomena and social problems in Japan and abroad using big data, etc., and deepen their understanding of the information society through understanding methodologies
Students will be required to take either a graduation thesis or a graduation project, and will develop the practical ability to design the grand design of the information society in the future on their own based on the social research methods and data analysis techniques cultivated over the four years of study

Students enrolled before the 2026 academic year

The curriculum of the Faculty of Faculty of Sociology is organized into three sections -General Education Courses, Foreign Language Courses, and Specialized Courses- based on the university-wide Curriculum Policy, in order to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes set out in Diploma Policy. General Education Courses provide a wide range of knowledge, deep culture, and the ability to collaborate with others and to put things into practice, while Foreign Language Courses provide the foreign language proficiency to express one's own thoughts in English and various other languages. Specialized Courses are organized into four subject groups: "seminar subjects," "method subjects," "theory subjects," and "expanded subjects." From the first to fourth year, students acquire systematic knowledge, skills, and methods, as well as problem-solving skills, thinking skills, judgment skills, and expression skills.

Common to all faculties

General Education Courses are designed to equip students with broad knowledge, deep culture, the ability to work with others, practical skills, and comprehensive human abilities, in accordance with the qualities and abilities listed in item 1 of Diploma Policy, and are placed in the first through fourth years. Students must earn at least two credits in each of the six fields of "Information and Communication," "History and Culture," "Modern Society," "Nature and Environment," "Mind and Body," and "Life Management and Career Design," for a total of 20 credits.
Foreign Language Courses correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in items 5 and 7 of Diploma Policy, and are designed to teach the societies and cultures of other countries and to equip students with the ability to communicate smoothly, and to gather, organize, and examine information, appropriate for the global era. English is set as a compulsory subject from the first to second years, and in the first year, small classes are organized according to the students' English ability.
The "seminar subjects" group is the pillar of undergraduate education based on a small-group supervising professor system that corresponds to the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of Diploma Policy, and consists of compulsory subjects such as basic and applied seminars in the first year, methodology seminars in the second year to learn various methodologies, specialized seminars in the third year to complete graduation theses and graduation projects, and graduation research seminars, graduation theses, and graduation projects in the fourth year.
The "methodology" group consists of basic research methodology courses in the first year that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of Diploma Policy, and from the second year onwards, a variety of courses are arranged so that students can take courses according to their interests, ensuring the acquisition of knowledge and skills while providing opportunities to acquire richer social analysis abilities.
The "Theoretical Subjects" group consists of basic theoretical and academic subjects in the first year that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of Diploma Policy, and from the second year onwards, more specialized subjects are arranged to improve theoretical knowledge.
In order to ensure that students fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of Diploma Policy, each department will have a specialized course from the second year onwards.
In order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in items 4 and 6 of Diploma Policy, a graduation thesis, graduation project, and similar graduation activities are required. In addition to improving the specialized knowledge acquired in undergraduate education, students will utilize their experience in social research and media production to improve their presentation and communication skills, positioning this as the culmination of four years of undergraduate education.
The subjects offered by each department will be "common subjects for the faculty," and flexible course selection will be possible in order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of Diploma Policy
In order to ensure that students fully acquire the qualities and abilities set out in item 1 of Diploma Policy, to develop a broad perspective, and to further deepen their understanding of specialized fields, we will provide "University-Wide Specialized Courses" that transcend the boundaries of faculties and departments.
In order to take specialized seminars in the third year, graduation research seminars in the fourth year, and graduation thesis and graduation project, emphasis is placed on the sequence, and students are required to have already studied basic subjects.
We will offer courses certified by the "Social Research Association" that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of Diploma Policy, and arrange the courses so that many students can obtain the "Social Researcher" qualification.
In order to ensure that students fully acquire the qualities and abilities set out in items 6 and 8 of Diploma Policy, we will provide opportunities for students to learn about various social issues, social phenomena, and local issues through fieldwork both in Japan and overseas.
Numbering encourages cumulative academic learning and systematically arranges subjects
academic learning outcomes of each subject will be assessed comprehensively based on the following criteria depending on the type of subject: 1) knowledge and skills, 2) ability to think, make judgments and express oneself, and 3) initiative and cooperation. Specific assessment methods will include indicating in the syllabus that end-of-term exams, reports, quizzes, various assignments, etc. will be assessed along with presentations, research training, fieldwork and class participation in classes, and clearly indicating the proportion of each. Furthermore, for graduation theses and graduation projects, not only will a supervisor (principal examiner) and a co-examiner be appointed to review necessary items, and students will also be required to pass an oral examination.
The systematic academic learning outcomes of each student are grasped primarily using GPA, number of credits acquired, and evaluation of graduation thesis, graduation project, and graduation activities as indicators. In particular, insufficient academic learning outcomes are judged using semester GPA and number of credits acquired per year as indicators, and course guidance is provided. In addition, excellent academic learning outcomes are judged and awarded at the time of graduation using GPA, number of credits acquired, and evaluation of graduation thesis, graduation project, and graduation activities as indicators.

Department of Sociology

In order to acquire the basic skills required for university study, such as reading comprehension, writing ability, presentation skills, and discussion skills, we offer a "First-Year Basic Seminar in Sociology" and a "First-Year Applied Seminar in Sociology" in the first year.
In the second-year "Sociology Methodology Seminar," students acquire a variety of research methodologies, including questionnaire surveys, interview surveys, participant observation, media analysis, and data analysis, in order to clarify social phenomena, human behavior, and consciousness.
In order to systematically acquire Specialized Knowledge and skills, courses are offered from the second year onwards, and a course-by-course diagram is shown. The Department of Department of Sociology has three major courses: "Social Issues and Empowerment," "International Society and Networks," and "Culture and Identity."
A graduation thesis is compulsory, and students will develop the ability to independently analyze and consider various issues in modern society using empirical and logical writing supported by sufficient evidence, based on sociological thinking methods and social research techniques acquired over four years of study.
The assessment of academic learning outcomes will be carried out in accordance with items 14 and 15 of the "Common to all faculties"

Department of Socio-Media Studies

In order to acquire the basic skills required for university study, such as reading comprehension, writing ability, presentation skills, and discussion skills, we offer a "First-Year Basic Seminar in Media Sociology" and a "First-Year Applied Seminar in Media Sociology" in the first year.
In the second-year "Media Sociology Methodology Seminar," students learn methods for media content analysis, quantitative research, data analysis, fieldwork, and content production, deepening their understanding of media through understanding of methodology.
In order to systematically acquire Specialized Knowledge and skills, courses are offered from the second year onwards, and the course curriculum for each course is shown below. The Department of Department of Socio-Media Studies has three major courses: "Media Communication," "Public Communication," and "Media Producing."
A graduation thesis or graduation project is required, and based on the media literacy and media analysis or media production techniques acquired over four years of study, students will develop the ability to disseminate information to modern society, which faces a diverse media environment.
The assessment of academic learning outcomes will be carried out in accordance with items 14 and 15 of the "Common to all faculties"

Global Data Science (GDS) Course

The GDS course is a major course offered in both Department of Sociology and the Department of Department of Socio-Media Studies, and students join the course from their first year.
In the first year, Spring 2 provides an opportunity for intensive English study through "overseas English training."
We provide basic methodological courses necessary for sociological and media research, including "Data Science Basics," to foster basic abilities in social research and data usage.
From the second year onwards, students will take a variety of specialized methodology courses and develop the ability to independently analyse domestic and international social and cultural phenomena and social issues using big data etc.
From the second or third year onwards, we will provide "GDS Practice" courses that will provide learning opportunities that emphasize global and on-the-job experiences, such as studying abroad, volunteering overseas using English language skills, and internships.
By adding graduation activities to the graduation requirements in addition to graduation theses and graduation projects, we will provide an opportunity for students to culminate their undergraduate education with greater practical social skills.
The assessment of academic learning outcomes will be carried out in accordance with items 14 and 15 of the "Common to all faculties"

Students enrolled before 2021

The curriculum of the Faculty of Faculty of Sociology is organized into three sections -General Education Courses, Foreign Language Courses, and Specialized Courses- based on the university-wide Curriculum Policy in order to acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes set out in Diploma Policy. General Education Courses subjects provide a wide range of general knowledge, Foreign Language Courses language subjects develop foreign language proficiency, which allows students to express their thoughts in English and various other languages, and Specialized Courses are systematized into four subject groups: seminar subjects, method subjects, theoretical subjects, and advanced subjects. From the first to fourth year, students acquire systematic knowledge, skills, and methods, as well as problem-solving skills, thinking skills, judgment skills, and expression skills.

Common to all faculties

General Education Courses are designed to provide students with a broad range of knowledge and comprehensive human abilities that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 1 of Diploma Policy, and are placed in the first through fourth years. Students must earn at least two credits in each of the six fields of "Information and Communication," "History and Culture," "Modern Society," "Nature and Environment," "Mind and Body," and "Life Management and Career Design," for a total of 20 credits.
Foreign Language Courses correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in items 5 and 7 of Diploma Policy, and are designed to teach the societies and cultures of other countries and to equip students with the ability to communicate smoothly, and to gather, organize, and examine information, appropriate for the global era. English is set as a compulsory subject from the first to second years, and in the first year, small classes are organized according to the students' English ability.
The "seminar subjects" group is the pillar of undergraduate education based on a small-group supervising professor system that corresponds to the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of Diploma Policy. The group consists of basic and applied seminars in the first year, methodology seminars in the second year to learn various methodologies, specialized seminars in the third and fourth years to complete graduation theses and graduation projects, and graduation research seminars, graduation theses, and graduation projects in the fourth year as compulsory subjects.
The "methodology" group consists of basic research methodology courses in the first year that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of Diploma Policy, and from the second year onwards, a variety of courses are arranged so that students can take courses according to their interests, ensuring the acquisition of knowledge and skills while providing opportunities to acquire richer social analysis abilities.
The "Theoretical Subjects" group consists of basic theoretical and academic subjects in the first year that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of Diploma Policy, and from the second year onwards, more specialized subjects are arranged to improve theoretical knowledge.
In order to ensure that students fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of Diploma Policy, each department will have a specialized course from the second year onwards.
In order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in items 4 and 6 of Diploma Policy, a graduation thesis, graduation project, and similar graduation activities are made compulsory. In addition to improving the specialized knowledge acquired in undergraduate education, students will utilize their experience in social research and media production to improve their presentation and communication skills, positioning this as the culmination of four years of undergraduate education.
The subjects offered by each department will be "common subjects for the faculty," and flexible course selection will be possible in order to fully acquire the qualities and abilities listed in item 2 of Diploma Policy
In order to ensure that students fully acquire the qualities and abilities set out in item 1 of Diploma Policy, to develop a broad perspective, and to further deepen their understanding of specialized fields, we will provide "University-Wide Specialized Courses" that transcend the boundaries of faculties and departments.
In the course of specialized seminars in the third year and graduation thesis and graduation project in the fourth year, emphasis is placed on the sequence, and students are required to have already studied basic subjects.
We will offer courses certified by the Social Research Association that correspond to the qualities and abilities listed in item 3 of Diploma Policy, and arrange the courses so that many students can obtain the qualification of a social researcher.
In order to ensure that students fully acquire the qualities and abilities set out in items 6 and 8 of Diploma Policy, we will provide opportunities for students to learn about various social issues, social phenomena, and local issues through fieldwork both in Japan and overseas.
Numbering encourages cumulative academic learning and systematically arranges subjects
academic learning outcomes of each subject will be assessed comprehensively based on the following criteria depending on the subject type: 1) knowledge and skills, 2) ability to think, make judgments, and express themselves, and 3) initiative and cooperation. Specific assessment methods will be indicated in the syllabus, etc., and will include end-of-term exams, reports, quizzes, various assignments, as well as presentations, research training, and fieldwork, as well as class participation. The percentage of each will be clearly indicated. For graduation theses and graduation projects, not only will a supervisor (principal examiner) be appointed, but a co-examiner will be appointed to review necessary items, and students will be required to pass an oral examination.
The systematic academic learning outcomes of each student are grasped primarily using GPA, number of credits acquired, and evaluation of graduation thesis, graduation project, and graduation activities as indicators. In particular, insufficient academic learning outcomes are judged using semester GPA and number of credits acquired per year as indicators, and course guidance is provided. In addition, excellent academic learning outcomes are judged and awarded at the time of graduation using GPA, number of credits acquired, and evaluation of graduation thesis, graduation project, and graduation activities as indicators.

Department of Sociology

In order to acquire the basic skills required for university study, such as reading comprehension, writing ability, presentation skills, and discussion skills, we offer a "First-Year Basic Seminar in Sociology" and a "First-Year Applied Seminar in Sociology" in the first year.
In the second-year "Sociology Methodology Seminar," students acquire a variety of research methodologies, including questionnaire surveys, interview surveys, participant observation, media analysis, and data analysis, in order to clarify social phenomena, human behavior, and consciousness.
In order to systematically acquire Specialized Knowledge and skills, courses are offered from the second year onwards, and a course-by-course diagram is shown. The Department of Department of Sociology has three major courses: "Social Issues and Empowerment," "International Society and Networks," and "Culture and Identity."
A graduation thesis is compulsory, and students will develop the ability to independently analyze and consider various issues in modern society using empirical and logical writing supported by sufficient evidence, based on sociological thinking and social research techniques acquired over four years of study.
The assessment of academic learning outcomes will be carried out in accordance with items 14 and 15 of the "Common to all faculties"

Department of Socio-Media Studies

In order to acquire the basic skills required for university study, such as reading comprehension, writing ability, presentation skills, and discussion skills, we offer a "First-Year Basic Seminar in Media Sociology" and a "First-Year Applied Seminar in Media Sociology" in the first year.
In the second-year "Media Sociology Methodology Seminar," students learn methods for media content analysis, quantitative research, data analysis, fieldwork, and content production, deepening their understanding of media through understanding of methodology.
In order to systematically acquire Specialized Knowledge and skills, courses are offered from the second year onwards, and the course curriculum for each course is shown below. The Department of Department of Socio-Media Studies has three major courses: "Media Communication," "Public Communication," and "Media Producing."
A graduation thesis or graduation project is required, and based on the media literacy and media analysis or media production techniques acquired over four years of study, students will develop the ability to disseminate information to modern society, which faces a diverse media environment.
The assessment of academic learning outcomes will be carried out in accordance with items 14 and 15 of the "Common to all faculties"

Global Data Science (GDS) Course

The GDS course is a major course offered in both Department of Sociology and the Department of Department of Socio-Media Studies, and students join the course from their first year.
In the second quarter of the first year (Spring 2), students will have the opportunity to study English intensively through an "overseas English study program."
We provide basic methodological courses necessary for sociological and media research, including "Data Science Basics," to foster basic abilities in social research and data usage.
From the second year onwards, students will take a variety of specialized methodology courses and develop the ability to independently analyse domestic and international social and cultural phenomena and social issues using big data etc.
From the second or third year onwards, we will provide "GDS Practice" courses that will provide learning opportunities that emphasize global and on-the-job experiences, such as studying abroad, volunteering overseas using English language skills, and internships.
By adding graduation activities to the graduation requirements in addition to graduation theses and graduation projects, we will provide an opportunity for students to culminate their undergraduate education with greater practical social skills.
The assessment of academic learning outcomes will be carried out in accordance with items 14 and 15 of the "Common to all faculties"

Admission Policy

Students enrolled after AY2027

The basic condition for admission is that the applicant must have a clear intention to understand and study The Three Founding Principles and the basic goals of education as well as the three policies of the university, have an interest in various phenomena and events occurring in society and human behavior and consciousness as a result of studies up to High School, and have sufficient academic ability, academic learning attitude and academic learning habit to study at Faculty of Sociology. The basic condition for admission is that the applicant has the academic ability, attitude, and habits sufficient to study at .

Desired profile

Common to Faculty of Sociology

Those who have acquired the basic academic skills necessary to learn about society and human behavior.
Those who are interested in and willing to learn about related academic fields as well as deepen their study of sociology.
A person who is interested in various phenomena and events occurring in society and can act independently.
A person who can build good relationships and collaborate with diverse people with different values, cultures, genders, etc.
A person who can find problems among various phenomena and events occurring in society, collect and analyze information on their own about their causes and solutions, and be able to respond and make judgments appropriately.
A person who is able to understand the thoughts and opinions of others, as well as express their own opinions

Department of Sociology Sociology Program

Sociology Program accepts people who have the basic academic ability to learn about society and human behavior. We are looking for students who can consider events, problems, and issues from the perspective of the relationship between humans and society, and who can discover social problems and collect and analyze information and data on their own to understand and solve them. We are also looking for people who are willing to envision a new way of society from various perspectives and can collaborate with diverse people with different values.

Department of Socio-Media Studies Socio-Media Studies Program

Socio-Media Studies Program accepts people who have the basic academic ability to learn about society and human behavior. We are looking for students who are interested in various events happening in society, who can collect information and express their views in a summary. We also seek people who are willing to analyze and decipher media information, and at the same time collaborate with diverse people with different values to disseminate the results to local communities and the global world as information content.

Department of Socio-Media Studies Information and Social Design Program

Information and Social Design Program accepts people who possess social research methodologies, information utilization skills, and basic knowledge of mathematics, which will be the basis for acquiring data science, which will be required in society in the future. We are looking for students who are aware of the existence of social problems in the increasingly sophisticated information society, who can collect information and data about them, analyze them scientifically, summarize their own views, and express them. We are looking for people who will design the society of the future themselves and aim to create a society where diverse people coexist.

Admissions policy for each admission selection method

Selection method	Admission Policy
General entrance examination	We evaluate the balanced basic academic skills necessary to study a specialized field at university. Of the three elements of academic ability, special emphasis is placed on knowledge and skills. Information and Social Design Program For those who wish, we will conduct some entrance examinations that emphasize science and mathematics.
Comprehensive Selection	We accept students who have a strong desire and interest in High School academic performance, active efforts and achievements in extracurricular and social activities, and a strong desire and interest in admission to the Faculty. Application documents In the essay, the students comprehensively judge the results of their independent inquiry, and in the presentation and interview, they comprehensively judge all three elements of academic ability, including independence and collaboration. Give a positive rating to those who show active work on statistics and mathematics in Application documents.
School recommendation selection (Designated school recommendation admission)	We accept people who have a strong interest in sociology, media studies, and data analysis, who have sufficient learning outcomes, motivation and habits in High School, and who are able to take on a leadership role in seminars and other activities after enrollment. Application documents In the essay, knowledge and skills, thinking ability, judgment ability, and expression ability are comprehensively evaluated, and in the presentation and interview, all three elements of academic ability, including independence and collaboration, are comprehensively evaluated.
Entrance examination for returning students and Entrance examination for non-traditional learners	We accept people who have a high interest in sociology, media studies, and data analysis, and who have a desire to face and solve various problems facing modern society based on their past experiences. Application documents Essays and interviews are used to comprehensively evaluate all three elements of academic ability.
Transfer admission, undergraduate admission, and transfer admission	In addition to basic academic ability, professional knowledge and skills in sociology, media studies, and data analysis, students will be comprehensively evaluated for their high level of interest and interest in sociology, media studies, and data analysis, awareness of problems, and motivation and attitude towards academic learning, etc., in Application documents and essays, as well as their independence and collaboration.

Students enrolled before the 2026 academic year

Desired profile

Common to Faculty of Sociology

Those who have acquired the basic academic skills necessary to learn about the state of society and human behavior (knowledge, culture, and skills)
People who are interested in various phenomena and issues occurring in society and can act independently (initiative and collaboration), and who can build good relationships and work together with diverse people with different values, cultures, genders, etc. (initiative and collaboration)
People who can identify issues from various phenomena and issues occurring in society, gather information on their own about their causes and solutions, and respond and make appropriate decisions (ability to think, judge, and express themselves)
A person who can understand the thoughts and opinions of others and also express their own opinions (ability to think, judge, express, and communicate)

Department of Sociology

The Department of Department of Sociology accepts students who have the basic academic ability to study the state of society and human behavior (knowledge, culture, and skills). We expect students to be able to consider phenomena, problems, and issues from the perspective of the relationship between humans and society, as well as to discover social problems and collect and analyze information and data on their own in order to understand and solve them (ability to think, make judgments, and express themselves). We also seek students who are eager to envision a new form of society from various perspectives and who can work with a variety of people who have different values (initiative and collaborative nature).

Department of Socio-Media Studies

The Department of Department of Socio-Media Studies accepts students who have the basic academic ability to learn about the state of society and human behavior (knowledge, culture, and skills). We expect students to be interested in various events occurring in society, gather information, and be able to summarize and express their own views (ability to think, judge, express, and communicate). We also seek students who are willing to analyze and interpret media information, while at the same time working with a variety of people with different values to disseminate the results as information content to the local community and the global world (autonomy and collaboration).

Global Data Science (GDS) Course

The Global Data Science (GDS) course, which is common to all faculties, accepts students who have the English language skills necessary to acquire language skills that can respond to internationalization, the methodology of social surveys and information utilization skills that will be necessary in the future society, and the basic knowledge of mathematics that will be the basis for acquiring data science (knowledge, culture, and skills). We are looking for students who can recognize the existence of social problems from a global perspective, gather information about them, and summarize and express their own views (ability to think, judge, express, and communicate). We are also looking for students who are willing to scientifically analyze domestic and international social problems based on data, and who are eager to communicate the results not only in Japanese but also in foreign languages such as English, and who can work with people who have different perspectives (initiative and collaboration).

Admissions policy for each admission selection method

Selection method	Admission Policy
General entrance examination	We evaluate the balanced basic academic ability required to study a specialized field at university. Of the three elements of academic ability, we place particular emphasis on knowledge and skills. For those applying for the GDS course, emphasis will be placed on Mathematics and English.
Comprehensive Selection (AO Admissions)	We accept students who have excellent academic performance in High School, active participation and achievements in extracurricular and social activities, and a strong desire and interest in enrolling in our faculty. Application documents and essays will be evaluated based on knowledge and skills, thinking ability, judgment, expression, and results of independent research, while presentations and interviews will be evaluated based on a comprehensive assessment of all three elements of academic ability, including initiative and the ability to work collaboratively. Applicants for the GDS course will be assessed on their language ability, information processing ability, and mathematical ability.
School recommendation selection (Designated school recommendation admission)	We accept students who have a strong interest in sociology and media studies, who have sufficient academic achievements in High School, as well as a strong desire and good study habits, who will continue to study independently and proactively after enrollment, and who are capable of taking on leadership roles in seminars, etc. Application documents and essays will be used to comprehensively evaluate knowledge and skills, thinking ability, judgment, and expression, while presentations and interviews will be used to comprehensively evaluate all three elements of academic ability, including initiative and the ability to work collaboratively. In addition, we will accept students who wish to take the GDS course who have excellent grades in English and mathematics.
Entrance examination for returning students and Entrance examination for non-traditional learners	We accept students who have a strong interest in sociology and media studies, and who are willing to use their past experiences to confront and solve the various problems facing modern society. All three elements of academic ability will be evaluated comprehensively based on Application documents, essay, and interview.
Transfer admission, undergraduate admission, and transfer admission	In addition to basic academic ability and specialized knowledge and skills in sociology and media studies, applicants will be comprehensively assessed based on their interest in sociology and media studies, their awareness of issues, and their motivation and attitude toward academic learning through Application documents and essays, as well as their knowledge, skills, ability to think, judge, and express themselves, and through an interview, their initiative and ability to work collaboratively.

Students enrolled before 2021

The basic conditions for admission are that students understand our "The Three Founding Principles" and "Basic Educational Goals of the University," as well as the three university policies, have a clear will to study them, have an interest in various phenomena and happenings occurring in society, human behavior and consciousness, etc., as a result of serious study up to High School, and have acquired sufficient academic ability, learning attitude, and study habits to study in the Faculty of Faculty of Sociology.

Desired student profile

Common to all faculties

Those who have acquired the basic academic skills necessary to learn about the structure of society and human behavior, etc.
People who are interested in various phenomena and issues occurring in society and can act independently. People who are not prejudiced against different values, cultures, genders, etc. and can build good relationships and cooperate with a diverse range of people.
People who can identify issues from various phenomena and issues occurring in society, gather information on their own about their causes and solutions, and respond and make appropriate decisions.
People who can listen to the ideas and opinions of others and also express and state their own opinions.
The Global Data Science (GDS) course, which is common to all faculties, is for students who have acquired language skills, particularly English, to respond to internationalization, as well as the ability to handle social survey methodologies, information utilization skills, and data science that will be necessary in the society of the future, and who have the desire to scientifically analyze social issues both at home and abroad from a global perspective and who wish to disseminate the results of their analysis not only in Japanese but also in foreign languages such as English.

Department of Sociology

The Department of Department of Sociology accepts students who have the basic academic ability to learn about the nature of society and human behavior, and who are eager to envision a new form of society from various perspectives. We are looking for students who can link their own problems with those of others and consider them from the perspective of the relationship between humans and society, who are sensitive to discovering social problems, who can collect and analyze information and data on their own to find ways to solve them, and who can work with a variety of people who have different values.

Department of Socio-Media Studies

The Department of Department of Socio-Media Studies accepts students who have the basic academic ability to learn about the state of society and human behavior, and who are interested in various phenomena occurring in society. We also look for students who are willing to analyze and interpret media information, as well as to collect and judge information on their own, and then disseminate their own thoughts and information content to the local community and the global world.

Subjects, courses, and abilities that are desirable to acquire before entering university

Subject/Subject	Required standards
English	It is expected that students have sufficient vocabulary and have acquired the four basic language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing).
national language	It is expected that candidates have acquired expressive abilities such as writing and presentation skills, reading comprehension skills, a multi-faceted perspective, and critical thinking skills.
mathematics	It is desirable to have mathematical knowledge and logical thinking skills.
Geography, History and Civics	It is expected that students will have basic knowledge of domestic and international history, geography, and social, political, and economic systems and structures, as well as the intellectual curiosity, research skills, and analytical abilities to understand why these things happened.

Admissions policy for each admission selection method

Selection method	Admission Policy
General entrance examination	We evaluate the balanced basic academic ability required to study a specialized field at university. Of the three elements of academic ability, we place particular emphasis on knowledge and skills. For those applying for the GDS course, emphasis will be placed on Mathematics and English.
Comprehensive Selection (AO Admissions)	We accept students who have excellent academic performance in High School, active participation and achievements in extracurricular and social activities, and a strong desire and interest in enrolling in our faculty. Application documents and essays will be evaluated based on knowledge and skills, thinking ability, judgment, and expression, while presentations and interviews will be evaluated based on all three elements of academic ability, including initiative and the ability to work collaboratively. Applicants for the GDS course will be assessed on their language ability, information processing ability, and mathematical ability.
School recommendation selection (Designated school recommendation admission)	We accept students who have a strong interest in sociology and media studies, who have sufficient academic achievements in High School, as well as the motivation and study habits to learn, and who are able to continue to study independently and proactively after enrollment and take on leadership roles in seminars, etc. Application documents and essays will be used to comprehensively evaluate knowledge and skills, thinking ability, judgment, and expression, while presentations and interviews will be used to comprehensively evaluate all three elements of academic ability, including initiative and the ability to work collaboratively. In addition, we will accept students who wish to take the GDS course who have excellent grades in English and mathematics.
Entrance examination for returning students and Entrance examination for non-traditional learners	We accept students who have a strong interest in sociology and media studies and who are motivated to use their past experiences to confront and solve the various problems facing modern society. All three elements of academic ability will be evaluated comprehensively based on Application documents, essay, and interview.
Transfer admission, undergraduate admission, and transfer admission	In addition to basic academic ability and specialized knowledge and skills in sociology and media studies, applicants will be comprehensively assessed based on their interest in sociology and media studies, their awareness of issues, and their motivation and attitude toward academic learning through Application documents and essays, as well as their knowledge, skills, ability to think, judge, and express themselves, and through an interview, their initiative and ability to work collaboratively.

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