Purpose of Establishment
In order to respond to the diverse needs of the local community and the international acceptability of the globalization of society, MIU has been providing education with an emphasis on English language education in both the School of International Liberal Arts Studies and the School of Education. In particular, the School of International Liberal Arts Studies has a large number of non-Japanese faculty members, and has developed an active learning style of education in which almost all classes are conducted in English, mainly in small groups. CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) methods have also been pioneeringly adopted to enhance education. In order to achieve the SDGs, which have been set as common goals for countries around the world, there is an urgent need to produce internationally-minded people who understand other cultures, have the ability to tackle international issues, and possess excellent communication skills. Against this backdrop and in light of the rapidly changing global society, we have decided to establish the Graduate School of International Liberal Arts Studies (Master’s Program) in order to produce students with advanced international communication skills and international education, in addition to undergraduate education.
Outline
| Establishments Date/Place | April 2023, Miyazaki International University 1405 Hei. Kano, Kiyotake-cho, Miyazaki City, Miyazaki Prefecture |
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| Years | 2 years |
| Capacity | 5 |
| Degree | Master (International Communication Studies), Master (International Sociocultural Studies) |
Three Policies
Admission Policy (The Ideal Student)
Against the backdrop of globalization and the SDGs, the Graduate School of International Liberal Arts aims to nurture individuals who can deepen their knowledge of multiculturalism and who can play an active role in the world or in local communities while utilizing international languages, or who can deepen their English proficiency and play an active role in their specialized fields (teaching-related, etc.). Our mission is to contribute to the development of cultural and social exchange around the world and to the development of international language education in Japan. Therefore, the Graduate School seeks for individuals with the following attributes.
Master of Arts in International Communication
- We seek individuals who have basic academic skills in English and daily conversational skills, and who wish to further improve their English expression and communication skills.
- We seek individuals who have the basic analytical skills, critical reading comprehension and logical expression skills, IT literacy, and basic undergraduate-level knowledge in the relevant research field required for writing a master’s thesis.
- We seek individuals who wish to contribute to society by making use of the specialized field required for writing a master’s thesis.
Master of Arts in International Sociocultural Studies
- We seek individuals who have a global perspective and sensitivity, are interested in international issues, and wish to acquire international liberal arts skills.
- We seek individuals who have the basic analytical skills, critical reading comprehension and logical expression skills, IT literacy, and basic undergraduate-level knowledge in the relevant research field required for writing a master’s thesis.
- We seek individuals who have a desire to take on an active role in the international community by making use of the specialized field acquired in graduate school.
Curriculum Policy(Curricular Structure and Implementation Policy)
To cultivate the fundamental skills necessary for success in the global society, we offer “Basic Common Courses” that all students must take, as well as “Basic Elective Courses” that students can choose based on their future career aspirations. Furthermore, to enhance expertise in each field, “Course-specific Special Subjects” are provided within each respective course.
In both “Basic Common Courses” and ‘“Basic Elective Courses”, instructors from both courses collaborate to provide education in their respective areas of expertise and specialization. In line with the establishment principles of our graduate school, we aim to enhance expertise and communication skills in various fields, including international cultural diversity, international environmental issues, international economic issues, and information processing, among others. This allows students to acquire a wide range of knowledge. Furthermore, through Advanced Interactive Seminar, students organize presentations and hold discussions with external speakers, incorporating active learning. We leverage our unique educational system to maximize the advantages of our university.
In the “Course-specific Special Subjects”, we employ a multiple-instructor approach to ensure that students receive diverse and comprehensive guidance from various perspectives.
In the Master of Arts in International Communication program, we offer a subject called “Basic Seminar in International Communication”, where students learn theories and techniques necessary for studying international communication. This includes knowledge, information gathering methods, presentation skills, and more.
In the Master of Arts in International Sociocultural Studies program, we offer a subject called “Basic Seminar in in International Social Studies”, where students learn theories and techniques necessary for studying the international society. This includes knowledge, information gathering methods, presentation skills, and more.
Master of Arts in International Communication
- Expertise in various fields, including international cultural diversity, international issues, international economics, information processing, international languages, and more is enhanced.
- Courses that foster English language expression, English education, and international communication are offered.
- Subjects that cultivate the academic thinking skills necessary for conducting specialized research from the perspective of international communication are prepared.
Master of Arts in International Sociocultural Studies
- Expertise in various fields, including international cultural diversity, international issues, international economics, information processing, international languages, and more is enhanced.
- Improve English communication skills.
- Learn theories and techniques including ideas, information gathering methods, presentation skills, etc. that are required to conduct research on the international society.
Diploma Policy(Qualities Students Should Acquire by Graduation)
Master’s degrees will be conferred upon those who have been enrolled for the prescribed duration specified in the Graduate School Regulations, have earned the required number of credits, have demonstrated the competence specified for each degree program below, and have passed the final examination for the master’s thesis.
Master of Arts in International Communication
- Acquire high language skills and advanced knowledge in the field of international communication, and have the ability to demonstrate reliable communication skills in a global society.
- Develop the academic thinking skills necessary to conduct professional research from the perspective of international communication, have the ability to analyze logically and critically, and to make recommendations and implement solutions to problems and issues.
- Have the motivation, interest and attitude to constantly improve their objective thinking skills and advanced reasoning and decision-making skills required in the field of glocal negotiations.
Master of Arts in International Sociocultural Studies
- Have the ability to look objectively at the diversity of different cultures and to accurately judge the characteristics of each, as well as knowledge of different cultures.
- Have the ability to conduct interdisciplinary research on various issues in modern global society.
- Have good presentation and communication skills in English.
Master of Arts in International Communication
Outline
We develop human resources with the negotiation and expressive skills needed in today’s global and regional (glocal) societies. Communication skills in the field require more than just language skills; they also require objective thinking and advanced reasoning and judgment skills. In order to contribute academically to a wide range of needs and to contribute to the development of society as a whole, an international perspective, broad education, and comprehensive and practical problem-solving skills are necessary.
This course is designed to nurture individuals who can acquire advanced English language skills and demonstrate solid communication skills in a global society. The course analyzes and examines various phenomena and problems in international society from the perspective of international communication, and cultivates the skills necessary to construct and disseminate knowledge that contributes to the understanding of issues and the resolution of problems.
Courses curriculum
| 1st year | 2nd year | |
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| Basic Common Subjects ※Attend All 5 courses |
All are lectures (10 credits)
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| Foundation Elective (Please select at least 3 subjects. However, it is advisable to select at least two courses from among the ● courses) |
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All lectures (6 credits or more)
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| Course-specific Special Subjects |
Seminar and Research (14 credits)
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Career / Employment
You will be able to expand your career opportunities from various perspectives, such as outside of Japan, within Japan, and within the prefecture.
Those who have obtained certification as junior high school English teachers, high school English teachers, or elementary school teachers (elementary school teacher’s license) through undergraduate education can find employment in these fields.
Other:
Public officials, Financial Institutions, Corporations, Hotels and Service Businesses, PH.D.GraduateSchool,Distribution,InformationandCommunicationField,Services,etc.
Master of Arts in International Sociocultural Studies
Outline
This course is designed to train individuals who understand the diversity of cultures, economies, and races of other countries, who can objectively look at and accurately grasp the characteristics of each, and who can conduct academic research on such diversity in order to respond to the challenges of today’s globalizing society. The world is in need of human resources who can seriously tackle issues that the world is facing due to globalization, such as the 17 goals of the SDGs. In order to develop such human resources, it is important to recognize and understand diversity and the working mechanisms of the international community.
In this course, through exercises and individual research guidance, we nurture human resources with rich academic knowledge and creative research skills.
Courses curriculum
| 1st year | 2nd year | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Common Subjects ※Attend All 5 courses |
All are lectures (10 credits)
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| Foundation Elective (Please select at least 3 subjects. However, it is advisable to select at least two courses from among the ● courses) |
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All lectures (6 credits or more)
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| Course-specific Special Subjects |
Seminar and Research (14 credits)
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Career / Employment
You will be able to expand your career opportunities from various perspectives, such as outside of Japan, within Japan, and within the prefecture.
Public officials, Financial Institutions, Corporations, Hotels and Service Businesses, Airlines
Businesses,PH.D.GraduateSchool,Distribution,InformationandCommunicationField,Services,etc.