Acquisition of theories and skills to solve regional and social issues
Students learn theories and skills in four areas: Global Culture, International Society, Policy Design, and Social Creation. Through these areas, they develop the knowledge and ability to solve regional and social issues in a globalized society.
Global Culture Area
Deepen your global perspective and learn about the characteristics and cultures of different regions.
Multicultural Coexistence | Coexistence Society | Peace and Conflict | Asian Culture | Culture Policy | Lifestyle Culture | Contemporary Culture | Regional Studies A | Regional Studies B | Regional Studies C
Policy Design Area
Learn how to think about society and regional communities, and gain the knowledge needed to design better places to live.
Public Policy | Environmental Policy | Urban Development | Urban Design | Environmental Design | Art Management | Regional Revitalization | Small Business Policy | Local Governance | Public Management
International Society Area
Learn about the structure of international society and develop approaches to solving global issues.
International Relations | Welfare Society | Media and Society | International Society and Diplomacy | International Development | International Health | International Society and Education | International Cooperation | Environment and Society
Social Creation Area
Learn strategic methods and gain the knowledge needed to create new businesses.
Social Capital | Social Network | Volunteer Studies | Regional Innovation | Regional Industry | Information Industry | Tourism Industry | Tourism | Business Creation | Social Enterprise
Acquisition of international and broad knowledge about society, culture, economy, and management
By combining education in languages, international society, and culture with practical learning in economics and management, students develop the knowledge and ability to contribute to society from a global perspective.
Course Introduction
Introduction to
International
Co-Creativity and
Innovation
International
Co-Creativity and
Innovation
Learn basic knowledge about the four areas of International Co-Creativity and Innovation: Global Culture, International Society, Policy Design, and Social Creation.
Multicultural
Communication
Communication
Develop a deeper understanding of societies where people with diverse values and backgrounds communicate and coexist.
International
Relations Theory
Relations Theory
Understand various aspects of modern international relations, including the environment, energy, inequality, and poverty from multiple perspectives.
Public Policy
Understand the concepts and theories of public policy and learn how to solve social and policy issues.
Social Enterprise
Theory
Theory
Deepen understanding of the significance and role of social enterprises that address social issues through business, and explore ways to start a business.
Regional Environment
and Sustainability
and Sustainability
Learn about environmental initiatives in other countries and understand environmental design and sustainability governance in Japan and abroad.
English education to develop language skills
Develop the four English skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Students also build the communication skills needed to understand ideas in English and to create new value through co-creativity and innovation.
Acquire communication skills to
create “Co-Creativity and Innovation”
with international perspectives
Well-developed English language programs
・Reading and Writing A/B
・Listening and Speaking A/B
・English Communication A/B
・Advanced English (Discussion/Presentation/Debate)
・Listening and Speaking A/B
・English Communication A/B
・Advanced English (Discussion/Presentation/Debate)
Learn about Japan and the world in English
・Japanese Culture
・Regional Environment and Sustainability
・Urban Geography
・Regional Environment and Sustainability
・Urban Geography
Available certifications
・Type 1 junior high school teaching license in English
・Type 1 high school teaching license in English
・Type 1 high school teaching license in English
Short-term study abroad is a compulsory first-year subject
At the end of the first year, during spring break, all students participate in a study abroad program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa for three weeks to develop practical English skills.
Short-term study abroad at the
University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
Homestays and interactions with local people
Domestic and overseas practical programs
Small-group seminars and practical programs in Japan and overseas to deepen learning
Small-group seminars and practical programs in Japan and overseas to deepen learning
Through small-group seminars, OUE supports students in their studies, daily life, and job search.
Students also gain practical perspectives that connect global and local viewpoints through interaction with people, companies, and organizations in Japan and overseas, including Denmark, Malaysia, Vietnam, Shimano, and Kochi.
Students also gain practical perspectives that connect global and local viewpoints through interaction with people, companies, and organizations in Japan and overseas, including Denmark, Malaysia, Vietnam, Shimano, and Kochi.
Deepen practical learning through interaction with local communities, organizations, and NPOs.
Regional exploration practical program
Domestic practical programs: Local Research
Japan (Shimane Prefecture)
The students will deepen their learning through visits to the Shimane Prefectural Government, local businesses and social enterprises, as well as through workshops, and exchanges with university students. They will explore solutions to regional challenges through group work and culminate in proposal presentations at a final result session.
Japan (Kochi Prefecture)
In collaboration with Kochi Prefecture, Kuroshio Town, local high schools, NPOs, and other entities, participants will study solutions to local issues through fieldwork and group work, and make proposals at the results presentation.
Overseas practical programs: Global Research
Malaysia
Participants will deepen their understanding of multicultural coexistence and co-creation in Malaysia, where the Malay majority and Chinese, Indian, and other ethnic communities live together while maintaining their respective languages and religions. The program includes workshops with NGOs, cultural experiences, visits to companies and a university, and a short homestay.
Denmark
Participants will explore the unique Nordic educational institution Folkehøjskole (a place for lifelong learning) and the Human Library, which supports minorities, and visit startup companies to understand advanced initiatives in diversity and co-creation in Denmark.
Learn practical approaches to research and methods for solving regional and international issues.
Project-based
practical program
practical program
International Co-Creativity and Innovation program
Vietnam (Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City)
This practical program is conducted in Vietnam, an emerging country in Southeast Asia that maintains a high economic growth rate. It serves as a developmental study to further deepen students' multicultural understanding and co-creation with various people and regions, building on what they learned in the first and second years. Students will visit local government agencies and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), tour companies in industries that export to Japan, learn about local characteristics and challenges, and discuss potential solutions.