Outline of the Graduate School / Structure of Majors and Courses (Programs)

Four Majors Connected to Bachelor’s Education – Master’s Program

　The Master’s program comprises four majors: Humanities, Economics, Regional Development Studies, and International Studies. These programs are designed to build upon the education provided in the six undergraduate programs offered by the College of Humanities, Economics, Regional Development Studies, and International Studies at the University.

The Educational Support and Development Course, within the Department of Regional Development Studies, is closely linked to the undergraduate programs in School Education.

Degrees offered include:

Master of Arts

Master of Economics

Master of Business Administration

Master of Regional Development Studies

Master of International Studies

Master of Philosophy

The Departments of Economics and Regional Development Studies also offer a short-term (one-year) enrollment option, allowing students to earn a degree within a year while continuing to work.

Upon completion of the program, students commonly pursue doctoral studies, enter public service, or gain employment in the private sector, among other career paths.

Specialized and Interdisciplinary Research – Doctoral Program

　The doctoral program is offered under the Department of Human and Socio-Environmental Studies and comprises three main areas of study: Humanities, Law and Politics, and Economics and Social Studies.

These areas serve as the foundation for doctoral dissertations and provide research supervision tailored to a wide range of academic fields and themes within the broad domain of human and socio-environmental studies.

The program aims to cultivate experts engaged in research and education at universities, national and public research institutes, and private think tanks. It also seeks to develop “highly skilled professionals” equipped with advanced knowledge and research capabilities for roles in government, organizations, and local communities.

In addition to students advancing from a Master’s program, the doctoral program attracts a diverse student body, including working professionals such as civil servants, corporate employees, and a growing number of international students.

Degrees awarded include:

Doctor of Philosophy in Socio-Environmental Studies

Doctor of Philosophy in Literature

Doctor of Philosophy in Law

Doctor of Philosophy in Politics

Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

Doctor of Philosophy

Graduates pursue a variety of career paths, including positions in research and academia, public service, and the private sector.