

Faculty of Global Studies, Department of Global Studies
Towards a new era,
Let's go global.
The new Faculty of Global Studies will be established in April 2025.
Not bound by concepts such as "country" or "border"
Learn globally from a free perspective,
Knowledge and skills to survive in an age that is said to be unpredictable
We will develop human resources who are equipped with these skills.


Specialty field Specialized fields you can study


Tourism town development
We will develop human resources who will take on the internationalization of inbound tourism in the next generation, as well as local media and urban development.

- Course to aim for
- Travel agencies, inbound tourism consultants, airlines, hotels, tourism and cultural facilities, local tourism associations, etc.


global business
We develop human resources with the management skills to develop new businesses in an international environment.

- Course to aim for
- Foreign companies, trading companies, entrepreneurs, international business consultants, international NGOs, business planning consultants, etc.


Japanese language/Japanese culture
We aim to develop talented people who understand Japanese culture, pop culture, and Japanese language teaching methods, and who can contribute to the promotion of Japanese language and culture, disseminating information from Japan, and contributing to the development of the local community.

- Course to aim for
- Local governments, urban development organizations, Japanese language teachers, Japanese language education institutions, multicultural coexistence NPOs, social entrepreneurs, etc.
It's okay if you're not confident in your English!
Level-specific, step-by-step learning
可能性TheOpen up.
Even if you are not good at English or are not confident in your language skills, don't worry. At the Faculty of Global Studies, we will develop your language skills step by step, according to your level, starting from your first year.
Steadily improve your language skills through intercultural exchange and dialogue with native teachers, and aim for long-term study abroad!

Private lessons with native teachers!
English lounge
You can learn English conversation casually while having fun, and improve your communication skills.

Let's decide our future carefully!
Deciding on a specialty
2st year OfLatter half.
At the School of Global Studies, you choose your field and major in the second half of your second year, so there's no need to worry if you haven't decided on your future path when you enroll.
As you study, gradually deepen your interest and carefully decide on the area of expertise you want to further your studies in!
There are three areas of expertise to choose from:
- global business
- Japanese language/Japanese culture
- Tourism town development


Cross Talk Cross talk
The first dean of the Faculty of Global Studies will be Yosuke Watanabe, who served as New York bureau chief for Kyodo News.
In conjunction with this, a crosstalk session with Mr. Watanabe was held.
License Obtainable licenses/qualifications
TOEIC® 600 points or higher / General Travel Business Supervisor / Domestic Travel Business Supervisor / Itinerary Management Supervisor / Inbound Business Supervisor / Tourism Certification / World Heritage Certification / Hotel Management Skills Certification / Hotel Business Practical Certification / Bridal Coordination Skills Certification / Service Reception Certification / Manners and Protocol Certification / Food Hygiene Manager / Secretary Certification / Junior High School Teacher's License (English) / High School Teacher's License (English) / Disaster Prevention Specialist, etc.
Registered Japanese language teacher training institution (application planned)
*As a result of the review by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, it may not be possible to open the planned practical training (or training course).

The foundation of the Global Faculty
"Inter-University Exchange Project'
Selected for the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology's "Reinforcing University's Global Expansion Project" for the second consecutive year.
We are promoting collaborative learning with students from the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, India, and Malaysia.
Based on the purpose of this project and international collaboration, the Faculty of Global Studies was born.
Study in Kobe Study in the international city of Kobe!
On campus in the international city of Kobe, there are daily opportunities to deepen global knowledge, such as visits to mosques, activities with JICA Kansai, and collaborative programs with multinational students, allowing students to lead a fulfilling campus life.
Kobe Yamate Campus

Located within walking distance of Sannomiya and Motomachi, this property is surrounded by greenery and a quiet residential area.
A relaxed campus
Travel time from each nearest station to Building 3
●From Kobe Municipal Subway Kencho-mae Station on foot ………… Approximately 5 minutes
● From JR Motomachi Station/Hanshin Motomachi Station, walk ………… Approx. 13 minutes
●From Hankyu Hanakuma Station on foot ………… Approximately 11 minutes

Around the campus
Lots of cafes and detour spots!
Kobe Yamate Campus is close to Sannomiya and Motomachi.
There are many stylish cafes and gourmet spots, so
Enjoy a fulfilling campus life!
