Some students would like an in-depth education in a specialized humanities field, while others may prefer a broad, interdisciplinary humanities education that includes adjacent fields. In order to better accommodate the diverse intentions of our students, the School of Humanities has transitioned from an often-insular framework of specialized education to a program-based system of study, providing students with a deep education in the humanities, problem-finding abilities, the skills to express themselves precisely, and advanced communication skills, in order to cultivate true generalists with a bright future.
Characteristics of the Program System
In their second year, students join one of seven programs, which encompass a broader framework than previous fields of study. Students independently design their own specialized education plan, making reference to the standardized study models (currently 28 in all) shown in each program. These standardized study models are based not only on study models built on conventional specialized fields, but also entirely new study models, built on cross-disciplinary fields, that could not have been established until today.
Through this, we can provide a personalized education that develops as each student progresses in the course of their studies, whether they opt for deeper focused study, or for more comprehensive cross-disciplinary study. Additionally, the Psychology program has established the psychologist license acquisition study model, to complement the licensed psychologist development program in the College of Human and Social Sciences.