Three Policies

• Diploma Policy
• Curriculum Policy (Policy for organizing and implementing the curriculum)
• Admission Policy

Diploma Policy

Based on the founding spirit, the educational philosophy of the school is to cultivate "chidoka" as advocated by the founder, Takayoshi Endo, through practical education.
The Faculty of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences aims to develop talented individuals who understand the structure and dynamics of modern society, which is becoming increasingly complex and diverse and in need of sustainability, and who have the ability to conceive and realize the well-being of people, society, and nature. Students who meet the requirements set by Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and who have acquired the following abilities will be awarded a Bachelor's degree in Human and Social Sciences.

High ethical standards

• By learning about the existence of people with different cultural, social, and historical backgrounds than our own, and imagining the significance of coexistence and the difficulties involved in achieving it, we can develop an ethical attitude.

Wide-ranging education

• By acquiring a wide range of knowledge in the natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences, students will be able to utilize specialized knowledge, thereby discovering the source of problems and discovering the path of scientific approaches to problems. They will also be able to communicate appropriately to share problems and proposals for solutions.

Specialized knowledge and skills

• Students will be able to collect data and materials using methods such as social surveys to grasp the structure and dynamics of modern society, and analyze and interpret them from the perspective of sociology and related social sciences. In addition, students will be able to take action to reconcile diverse opinions and realize collaboration in practical problem-solving settings, and will be able to appropriately examine and utilize the results.
   

We will develop and implement a curriculum to help students acquire the above abilities, and evaluate their learning outcomes based on the acquisition of the required credits. For students who have not acquired enough credits, we will conduct interviews to understand their learning outcomes and help them improve.

Curriculum Policy (Policy for organizing and implementing the curriculum)

The Faculty of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences values tradition and achievements, pursues the true joy and excitement of practical studies, and systematically organizes and implements the following curriculum in order to achieve its diploma policy.

The School of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences defines its four-year curriculum as follows: In the first year, students study general faculty subjects that form the basis of university-wide fundamental education. In the second year, students develop basic skills according to their interests. In the third year, students deepen their learning according to their individual interests. In the fourth year, students further deepen their learning and complete the results of their learning in the form of a graduation thesis.

Specialized Education

Undergraduate specialized subjects are broadly divided into "introductory subjects for undergraduates" and "elective subjects." "Introductory subjects for undergraduates" are mainly assigned to students in their first and second years, and students acquire basic concepts and academic literacy in preparation for studying specialized subjects. "Elective subjects" are mainly assigned from the second year onwards, and three courses have been established to allow systematic learning by organizing multiple subjects into units: "Environment and Sustainability," "Culture and Communication," and "Community Development and Coexistence." Each course will specify required elective subjects across units. There will also be a "research and analysis unit" to allow students to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills according to their interests. Furthermore, there will be a "Project Based Learning unit (PBL unit)" to deepen learning in a practical setting.

Seminar education

In the "Seminar Courses," interactive education is provided in small groups, deepening each student's individual interests and summarizing them in a graduation thesis. In addition, by linking these courses with the Faculty Basic Seminars and PBL courses such as "Project Training" from the second year onwards, the improvement of necessary skills, the formation of abilities, and the deepening of interests are linked.

In Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the knowledge and skills acquired in each course are listed in the syllabus, and the learning outcomes are evaluated according to the evaluation methods and standards listed in the syllabus. In addition, the GPA system is introduced to grasp the learning situation of students and to use it for guidance. A degree is awarded as set out in the Diploma Policy by acquiring the number of credits set out in the above categories, and by acquiring a total of 124 credits or more.

Admission Policy

The Faculty of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences aims to develop human resources who can play an active role in modern society, where sustainability is required. To achieve this, it is desirable to acquire the ability to envision a sustainable world in which everyone can live better, and the ability to put it into practice. In order to envision such a world, it is necessary to have a wide range of interests and to investigate issues and problems related to people, society, and nature. Furthermore, in order to carry out practical activities based on such an idea, collaboration based on understanding and respect for diverse others is essential. We welcome students who are motivated to learn about the world by studying a wide range of subjects, including sociology, economics, political science, environmental studies, and social welfare studies, to investigate social issues on their own, collaborate with diverse others, actively engage in practice, and study toward the realization of a sustainable world.

Desired student profile

1. A person who has acquired a wide range of high school curriculum, has the basic academic ability necessary for study, and is motivated to conduct in-depth research on his/her own to broaden his/her knowledge (knowledge and skills)
2. People who are motivated to envision and realize a sustainable world in which everyone can live better (ability to think, make decisions, and express themselves)
3. Motivated people with logical thinking skills, accurate reading comprehension, and accurate communication skills (ability to think, judge, and express)
4. People who respect the opinions of people with different cultural, social and historical backgrounds and are willing to actively exchange opinions in order to understand diversity (initiative, diversity and collaboration)
5. People who are proactive and willing to cooperate with others both inside and outside the university and take part in practical learning (autonomy, diversity, and cooperation)

Basic policy for student selection

When selecting students for admission to the Faculty of Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the abilities outlined in the "Desired Student Profile" are evaluated using the following methods.
The interview mainly involves a comprehensive assessment of the candidate's motivation to create a sustainable society, logical thinking skills, ability to communicate accurately, understanding of diversity, enthusiasm for learning, and collaborative ability in tackling problems. The school report and study plan will assess the candidate's enthusiasm for learning in high school and their ability to work with others. The qualification report and academic achievement test will assess the basic academic ability up to high school level and accurate reading comprehension. The specific selection policy is as follows:

1. School recommendation selection
   Using interviews, Principal report, essays, etc., students are primarily evaluated on their "basic academic ability," "thinking ability," "communication ability," and "proactiveness," and a comprehensive pass/fail decision is made.
   1. (1) Designated school system, school recommendation selection
      The contents of recommendation letters, school reports, and essays are used to check students' "ability to think, make decisions, and express themselves." In particular, emphasis is placed on "basic academic ability," "ability to think," "ability to communicate," and "proactiveness."
   2. (2) Public School Recommendation Selection
      [Academic evaluation] We will confirm your knowledge and skills from the contents of your recommendation letters, school reports, and essays. In particular, we will place emphasis on your basic academic ability, your ability to think, your ability to express yourself, and your proactiveness.
      [Examination and qualification evaluation type] We mainly check "knowledge and skills" from recommendation letters, school records, and possession of examinations and qualifications. In particular, we place emphasis on "basic academic ability," "intelligence," "communication ability," and "proactiveness" in the evaluation.
2. Comprehensive Selection
   Using study plans, essays, interviews, etc., students are assessed primarily on their "thinking ability," "communication ability," "understanding of diversity," "proactiveness," and "collaborative ability," and a comprehensive pass/fail decision is made.
   1. (1) Comprehensive scholarship selection
      In order to select particularly outstanding individuals as scholarship recipients, the selection method will be based on their investigative approach to the subject, their qualification status, and personal evaluation by graduating faculty members.
      [Presentation-type] We will check students' "ability to think, make decisions, and express themselves" through their understanding of the topic, the appropriateness of their data collection methods, the ingenuity of their presentation, and the accuracy of their Q&A sessions. In particular, we will place emphasis on students' "understanding of diversity," "reading comprehension," and "ability to communicate."
      [Examination and qualification evaluation type] Confirm "knowledge and skills" based on the possession of examinations and qualifications. In particular, emphasize and evaluate the possession of "basic academic ability."
      [Collaboration with graduating teachers] We will check the students' "ability to think, judge and express themselves" through the contents of their character evaluation report, school report and essay. In particular, we will place emphasis on their "proactiveness" and "collaborativeness" in the evaluation.
      [Inquiry-based learning assessment type] From inquiry-based learning reports and oral examinations, students' "initiative, diversity, and collaboration" will be confirmed based on their own actions in inquiry-based learning, logical organization and explanation of their efforts, and the learning and motivation they gained through their experiences. In particular, emphasis will be placed on "understanding diversity," "proactiveness," and "collaboration" in the assessment.
   2. (2) General Comprehensive Selection
      [Aptitude test type] We check your knowledge and skills based on your aptitude test results. In particular, we place emphasis on your ability to think and express yourself during the interview.
      [Examination and qualification evaluation type] Confirm "knowledge and skills" based on the possession of examinations and qualifications. Particular emphasis is placed on the possession of "basic academic ability" in the evaluation.
      [Activity Evaluation Type] Check "initiative, diversity, and collaboration" through extracurricular activities. Particular emphasis is placed on "proactiveness" and "collaboration" in the evaluation.
   3. (3) Comprehensive Selection
      [Activity Evaluation Type] Check "initiative, diversity, and collaboration" through extracurricular activities. Particular emphasis is placed on "proactiveness" and "collaboration" in the evaluation.
      [Academic ability evaluation type] Students are evaluated based on their knowledge and skills through basic academic ability tests to determine whether they have an understanding of each subject and course they learned in high school. Students who achieve particularly excellent results are selected as scholarship recipients.
   4. (4) Comprehensive selection based on cultural and sports achievements
      [Special scholarship selection, general selection type] We will check the "initiative, diversity, and collaboration" of students through the activities of cultural and sports clubs, etc. We will place special emphasis on and evaluate their "proactiveness" and "collaboration."
3. General Selection
   The main test to check students' "knowledge and skills" is to use academic tests, comprehensive written questions, results from the Common University Entrance Examination, and document screening of school records, etc. In particular, the students' "basic academic ability" is evaluated, and a pass/fail decision is made on a comprehensive basis.
   1. (1) Individual exam type
      The evaluation of "basic academic ability" is based mainly on the results of individual exams, and also on the evaluation of school reports. In the academic ability exam, emphasis is placed on "Japanese language" in the designated subject type.
   2. (2) Common test type
      The assessment of "basic academic ability" will be based mainly on the results of the Common University Entrance Examination, and will also take into account the evaluation of school reports.
4. Special Selection
   
   1. (1) Special Selection for International Students
      The admissions process will be based on a comprehensive assessment of the applicants' interviews, study plans, essays, and Japanese Language Proficiency Test scores. The applicants' knowledge and skills will be confirmed through the results of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. In particular, the applicants' basic academic ability will be evaluated, and the interview will place emphasis on their proactiveness and ability to work collaboratively.
   2. (2) Special selection recommended by the National Association of Commercial High Principal
      The school records, study plans, etc. will be used for evaluation, and a comprehensive pass/fail decision will be made. The "knowledge and skills" will be confirmed based on the student's record of obtaining highly difficult qualifications designated by the university. In particular, the student's "basic academic ability" will be evaluated and he or she will be selected as a scholarship student.