Faculty of Global Studies special site

The only global faculty in Kansai will start in spring 2025The only global faculty in Kansai will start in spring 2025

Faculty of Global Studies, Department of Global StudiesNew construction in 2025

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.
POINT1

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.

POINT2

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

Message Message from the faculty

Have a transformative experience.

The clothes we wear are produced in factories in Bangladesh, the dumplings we eat for lunch are processed in China, and the movies we watch on our smartphones are made in studios in the United States. Our daily lives are already based on the reality of globalization. The Faculty of Global Studies, which will open in April 2025, will teach students about the reality of globalization, which is accelerating around the world, and will lay the foundation for them to play an active role on the international stage.
Intensively studying a foreign language at a time when your mind is still flexible, around the age of 20, and experiencing international events firsthand will be a transformative experience that will change the way you think. Our university is the only private university in the Kansai region to be selected for the "Strengthening the Global Expansion of Universities Project," and we boast a wide range of long-term study abroad programs.
Kobe is one of Japan's leading international cities, beloved by the British literary giant Somerset Maugham and the famous Japanese haiku poet, Miki Nishito, and used as the backdrop for their works. It is the perfect backdrop for a school for those of you with an interest in the world. We hope that the Faculty of Global Studies in Kobe will be an opportunity for you to transform yourself and blossom in life.

First Dean (scheduled to take office on April 4st)
Yosuke Watanabe

Experience an exciting learning experience on campus in the international city of Kobe.

In the Faculty of Global Studies, which will start in April 2025, students will study a wide range of fields without having to specify a specialization upon enrollment. In addition to basic education such as English and ITC, a diverse curriculum is available on "global business," "Japanese language and culture," and "tourism and urban development," so students can gradually choose a specialization that suits them. Another feature is that students can learn practically through various experiential learning, such as studying abroad and fieldwork both in Japan and overseas. In addition, there is a comprehensive support system in place, such as pre-learning and scholarships for participating in overseas training.
Through this type of learning, the goal of the Faculty of Global Studies is to develop talented individuals who can thrive in today's increasingly globalized society. Taking advantage of the campus's location in the international city of Kobe, we have created an environment in which student interaction and international exchange can occur naturally. Dive into a new world that is different from the one you have seen so far and experience exciting learning.

Shingo Ashizawa教授

You will develop your communication skills in a multilingual learning environment.

The goal of the Faculty of Global Studies is to develop "talented people with diverse values ​​who can play an active role on the world stage." In order to play an active role on the world stage, it is essential to improve language skills and communication skills, including English. Our faculty offers a variety of English courses, from basic to applied, and encourages active enrollment to thoroughly hone English skills.
In addition to aiming to improve your TOEIC and IELTS scores, we also offer a variety of experiential learning opportunities to practically improve your language skills, such as English lessons taught by native speakers at the Global Learning Plaza "English Lounge" (Kobe Yamate Campus), interacting with peers, programs to accept students from overseas, and long-term and short-term study abroad programs both in Japan and overseas. We hope that you will actively take advantage of these opportunities to get in touch with the world, in line with your interests and concerns. We also hope that you will use what you have learned and experienced at the Faculty of Global Studies as your strengths as you embark on your journey into a global society.

So Ito教授

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!

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