School of Human and Social Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Department of Public Sociology
4
Bachelors
(Sociology)
Department of Social Welfare
4
Bachelors
(Social Welfare studies)
Department of Human Development & Education
4
Bachelors
(Education)
Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Degree Programs Offered in English
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)


Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Features
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Japanese Language Course at an Affiliated School (Separate Admission Process for the University)

Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 1 yr
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • Nursery Teacher
  • Social Welfare Officer
  • Social Worker
  • Psychiatric Social Worker
  • Social Research Officer,Senior Information Processing Engineer,Qualification recognizing the completion of the School Social Work Curriculum,Kindergarten Teacher's License (Class 1),Licensed Psychologist,Eligibility Requirements for the Licensed Psychologist Examination,Appointment Qualification for Social Work Officers

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
653
Students

Students

Number of International Undergraduate Students Local Students
14 639

Number of International Students by Nationality

Number of Spring Admissions
160
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
3
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
159 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
98.8 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Faculty

As of May 1, 2023

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
50
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    653:50

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
14
10
7
31
62
Female
2
8
5
3
1
19
38
International Faculty
2
2
1
5
10

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
14
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
131
Main Pathways for International Students
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
  • Internships/training in Japan (Convert not to credit)
Career Support

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 04 2023

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Special Selection Methods for Returnee Students
Special Selection Methods for Study Abroad Students
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • Time for exam extended by 1.5 times or 1.3 times
  • Permission to take exam in Braille; use of question sheets with a font that is 1.4 times larger and paper sheets that are twice as large; use of a magnifying glass; etc.
  • Intention can be expressed using an AAC device or computer
  • Sign-language interpreter, helper available
  • Exemption from listening portion or permission to control audio on listening portion
  • Consideration given to location of exam room (e.g., distance from restroom and elevator)
  • Other special measures such as use of walking sticks, hearing aids, wheelchairs, and specially made desks, etc.
Transfer within the Institution
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Eligible to Apply
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU): Japanese as a Foreign Language
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
Application Timing
Nov.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)
  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for applicants those have returned from abroad
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • Transfer between schools

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 12 2021

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Fourth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Admission Fee
520,000 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 12 2021

Late Payment Plan
Installment Payment Plan
Available
Tuition Waivers
Student may Apply for Waiver or Reduction of Tuition

Scholarships/Loans

Grants (All Students may Apply)
Available
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Available
Details