College of Global Communication and Language School of Japan and Asian Studies
In addition to steadily improving their English proficiency, students choose one language spoken in Asia, which accounts for 60% of the world’s population, from among Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, or Chinese. They develop practical language skills, communication abilities, and an international mindset. Via specialized knowledge and Asian cultural understanding programs, alongside international students from various Asian countries, students cultivate an attitude of mutual respect and collaboration. The program nurtures global leaders well-versed in Asian cultures, society, and business.
Studying both English and one Asian language
Through small, proficiency-based classes, students steadily develop their four core English skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—in their first and second years, enhancing their overall English proficiency. In addition to the university’s unique English education program, Japanese instructors with a solid understanding of common grammar difficulties provide English grammar instruction, while native-speaking instructors teach speaking and listening, building business-level English skills. At the same time, they choose to study one Asian language of interest—Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, or Chinese. By also acquiring knowledge related to culture and society, students cultivate practical language skills, communication abilities, and an international mindset.
Establishment of an education system based on multicultural coexistence
A multicultural, collaborative learning environment is provided where students study alongside those studying abroad from various Asian countries, each with their own cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Many specialized classes adopt practical formats such as fieldwork and project-based learning, encouraging students to work together with international students to understand the social issues facing Asia and Japan, and to explore new forms of value creation.
Studying social sciences useful for business
The study of social sciences such as international relations, economics, and business administration cultivates individuals well-versed in Asian culture, society, and business.
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Developing the foundational skills to become global leaders |
Students enhance their global communication skills based on practical language proficiency while studying the systems and mechanisms of global and modern society. |
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Refining a practical and international mindset by studying abroad |
Students develop advanced language proficiency and obtain an understanding of Asian cultures and societies, building a foundation for co-creation via multicultural, collaborative learning and study abroad. |
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Developing the ability to create a sustainable society together |
Students explore the nature of a sustainable world and society while obtaining an understanding of Asian culture and society, and build a foundation for collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds toward the creation of new forms of value. |
Refining an international mindset through study abroad in Asia
In their second and third years, students can study abroad for one semester in an Asian country. They study their choice of Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, or Chinese intensively, enhancing their four core skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—while deepening their understanding of Asia. Students can also take advantage of the wide variety of study abroad and internship abroad programs we offer at partner universities across 55 countries and regions worldwide.
From their second year, students can choose to do intensive language study in an Asian country (Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, China).
Learning about Asia and the world through six areas of study
Six areas of classes have been established to provide in-depth knowledge and cultural understanding of topics such as Asia’s diverse languages, cultures, societies, history, international relations, as well as economics and business. Students obtain a comprehensive understanding of global society and study sustainability, developing the ability to explore pathways toward the sustainable development of the world. Additionally, they improve their understanding of their own country’s culture and society from the world’s perspective. A group of classes for students who aim to become nationally qualified registered Japanese language teachers is also offered.
