Graduate Schools

The Graduate School as a whole recognizes the awarding of master's degrees to students who have attained the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits and who have passed the examination of their master's thesis and final examinations, and the awarding of doctoral degrees to students who have passed the examination of their doctoral thesis and final examinations.

DP1. Have a certain level of communication skills, whether in one's native or foreign language.
DP2. Possess a certain level of logical thinking ability and be able to identify and solve various problems with this ability.
DP3. Acquire a certain level of specialized knowledge in each specialized field and a certain level of broad-based education.
For the master's degree, the student should have mastered the research methods necessary for his/her own research theme, and have acquired sufficient knowledge of the results and findings of previous research on that research theme.
DP5. For the doctoral degree, the student has the ability to contribute to the research field concerned by adding new and original knowledge to the research field concerned, in addition to the qualifications for the award of the master's degree.

The details of each department and institute are as follows.

Major in Philosophy Master's degree (Philosophy), Doctoral degree (Philosophy)

The degree of "Master of Philosophy" is granted to students who have earned the prescribed credits under the curriculum of the Major in Philosophy, acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below, and passed the examination of their master's thesis and final examination. In addition to the master's degree awarding policy, the degree of "Doctor of Philosophy" will be granted to students who have acquired these knowledge and abilities to a level that will enable them to contribute to academic development by further deepening their research in their own specialized fields, and who have passed the examination of their doctoral dissertation and final examination.

DP1. have a certain level of proficiency in a foreign language.
DP2. Possess a certain level of thinking ability to discover and solve various problems.
DP3. Students must have a certain level of specialized knowledge in philosophy and a certain level of broad knowledge.
DP4. The student has acquired the necessary research methods for his/her research theme and possesses a certain level of academic ability in terms of being logical and persuasive, based on previous research on the research theme.
For the degree of Doctor of Philosophy, in addition to the qualifications for the award of a master's degree, the student must have the ability to contribute to the development of the research field concerned and to the development of the wider academic field by adding new knowledge to the research field concerned and deepening the examination of the research.

Major in Japanese Literature Master's degree (Literature), Doctoral degree (Literature)

The degree of "Master of Arts (Literature)" is granted to students who have earned the prescribed credits under the curriculum of the Major in Japanese Literature, acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below, and submitted a master's thesis (or a minor thesis in the Literature and Creative Writing Program) and passed the examination. In the Doctoral Program, in addition to the above, students who have acquired the ability as an independent researcher to deepen research in their own specialized field and to add original and new knowledge in that research field, and the ability to teach younger students at institutions of higher education and research, and who have submitted and passed the examination of a doctoral dissertation at a level that will contribute to academic development, will be awarded the degree of "Doctor of Philosophy (Doctor of Literature)". The degree of "Doctor of Literature" will be conferred to those students who have acquired the ability to be an independent researcher and to teach future generations at institutions of higher education and research, and who have submitted and passed the examination of a doctoral dissertation of a standard that will enable them to contribute to academia.

DP1: Advanced and specialized knowledge of literature and Japanese linguistics from ancient to modern times.
DP2: The ability to read and analyze literature in the area of specialization accurately and critically.
DP3. The ability to formulate a research theme in the area of specialization and to think logically about it.
DP4: The ability to disseminate research results inside and outside the university in the form of conference presentations or academic papers. In the Literature and Creative Writing Program, the ability to hone one's sensibility, create literary works using imagination and expressive power, and disseminate them inside and outside the university.

Major in English Literature and Linguistics Master's degree (Literature), Doctoral degree (Literature)

The degree of "Master of Arts (Literature)" is granted to students who have earned the prescribed credits under the curriculum of the Major in English Literature and Linguistics, acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below, and passed the examination of their master's thesis and final examination. In addition to the master's degree conferral policy, the degree of "Doctor of Letters" will be conferred upon students who have acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below to a level that will enable them to contribute to academic development by further deepening their research in their own specialized fields, and who have passed the doctoral dissertation review and final examination.

DP1: Students must have acquired the necessary research methodology for their chosen research theme in the relevant field.
DP2: The student should have a good understanding of the previous research on the topic.
DP3. To have acquired sufficient knowledge of the various results and findings of the research.
In addition to the qualifications for the award of a master's degree, the student should be able to make an original contribution to his/her field of study by adding original knowledge to the field.

Major in History Master (History), Doctor (History)

Students who have earned the prescribed credits under the curriculum of the Major in History, acquired the knowledge and abilities listed below, and passed the examination of their master's thesis and final examinations are eligible to receive the degree of "Master of Arts (History)," and those who have passed the examination of their doctoral thesis and final examinations are eligible to receive the degree of "Doctor of Arts (History).

DP1: Broad knowledge of history and advanced and specialized knowledge of one's area of specialization.
DP2. Academic communication skills cultivated through presentations, discussions, and question-and-answer sessions in research and study.
DP3. empirical research ability and skills to reconstruct historical images through criticism of historical materials and reading of historical documents.
DP4. the ability to critically examine previous research, identify problems, and formulate original and creative proposals.
DP5. Ability to collect, organize, and analyze historical materials necessary for solving problems, and to express one's own considerations based on them in a logical and persuasive manner.
DP6: For the doctoral degree (history), in addition to 1 to 5, the ability to further deepen research in one's own specialized field and to have the results evaluated by society as appropriate for a researcher.

Major in Geography Master's degree (Geography), Doctoral degree (Geography)

Students who have earned the prescribed credits under the curriculum of the Major in Geography, acquired the abilities and skills listed below, and passed the examination of their master's thesis and final examinations are granted the degree of "Master of Geography", and those who have passed the examination of their doctoral thesis and final examinations are granted the degree of "Doctor of Philosophy". D. degree to students who have passed the examination of their dissertation and the final examination.

DP1: The ability to acquire basic knowledge in a wide range of geographical fields, to determine one's own specialized field of natural geography or human geography, and to carry out research in that field independently.
DP2: Ability to engage in research and education at research and educational institutions, etc., using specialized knowledge and techniques for utilizing geographic information systems.
DP3. geographical ability, logical thinking ability, and regional research ability to meet the needs of government and other administrative agencies, companies, etc.
DP4: (Master's degree program) In addition to DP1 to DP3 above, the ability to acquire international and interdisciplinary research skills by taking classes required for completion and writing a master's thesis, and to be active in the field of education, local communities and international society by passing the examination and final examination of the master's thesis.
DP5.(Doctoral Program) In addition to DP1 to DP4 above, by writing a doctoral dissertation, acquire highly specialized knowledge, broad education, noble humanity, and morals as a researcher, pass the examination of the doctoral dissertation and final examinations, and utilize them to advance research with international and interdisciplinary characteristics and the ability to be active in the field of research and education. The ability to be active in the field of research and education.

Major in Psychology Master's degree (Psychology), Doctoral degree (Psychology)

The degree of "Master of Psychology" is granted to students who have earned the prescribed credits under the curriculum of the Major in Psychology, acquired the knowledge and skills listed below at or above the level required by psychological societies, and passed the examination of their master's thesis and final examinations. The degree of "Doctor of Psychology" is granted to students who have mastered their knowledge and skills to a level that will enable them to contribute to the development of the discipline by further deepening their research in their area of specialization, and who have passed the examination of their doctoral dissertation and final examination.

DP1: To be able to scientifically understand human cognition.
DP2. To have a scientific understanding of human development.
DP3. To be able to measure and analyze mental functions through observation, experiment, and investigation.
DP4. To be able to set their own agenda based on previous domestic and international research and social needs.
DP5. To be able to accurately communicate the results of research and learning to others.
DP6. Be able to collaborate with others in order to achieve research and learning goals.

Institute of International Japanese Studies Master (Science), Doctor (Science)

The Institute of International Japanese Studies awards the degree of "Master of Science" to students who have attained the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits, and who have passed the examination of their master's thesis and the final examinations.

Students must possess a certain level of foreign language proficiency.
Students must possess a certain level of thinking ability to identify and solve various problems from an international and interdisciplinary perspective.
DP3. Students should have a certain level of expertise in various fields related to Japan, as well as a broad range of liberal arts.
DP4: In addition to DP1 to DP3 above, students must have a certain level of academic ability in International Japanese Studies in terms of acquiring the necessary research methods for their research theme and writing a master's thesis in a logical and persuasive manner based on previous research on their research theme. The student must possess a certain level of academic ability.
For the doctoral degree (academic), in addition to DP1 to DP4 above, the applicant must possess a certain level of academic ability in terms of writing a doctoral dissertation that contributes to the development of the relevant research field by adding new knowledge related to international Japanese studies.

Master's Degree Programs Master (International Cultural Studies)

The Graduate School of Intercultural Communication awards a "Master of Arts (International Cultural Studies)" to students who have reached the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits and a master's thesis or research paper.

1. The Department of Systems Science and Engineering has sufficient basic knowledge and methodologies in the three research areas of "correlation among diverse regional cultures in international society," "coexistence in multicultural and multiethnic societies," and "cultural exchange and awareness in an information society mediated by various media.
2. Possess originality in critically evaluating existing literature and prior cases based on a systematic understanding of the issues that arise interculturally, and in finding new perspectives worthy of publication.
3. Able to link research knowledge related to intercultural understanding and exchange to Practical wisdom connecting it to the discovery of real-world problems and practical problem solving.
4. The ability to uncover primary data through qualitative and quantitative research, and to communicate the results of analysis in a logical manner through oral and written expression, as well as ICT.

Doctoral Programs Doctoral Programs (International Cultural Studies)

The Graduate School of Intercultural Communication Cultural Graduate School of Intercultural Communication awards a "Doctor of International Cultural Studies" to students who have attained the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits and a doctoral dissertation.

1. Possess sufficient cutting-edge expertise and methodology in the three research areas of "correlation among diverse regional cultures in international society," "coexistence in multicultural and multiethnic societies," and "cultural exchange and awareness in an information society mediated by various media.
2. The ability to systematically and comprehensively understand and critically evaluate previous domestic and international research, including foreign-language literature, on cross-cultural issues, and to produce original research results worthy of publication as a monograph.
3. The ability to provide guidance and education to future generations based on an awareness of the significance of linking research knowledge related to cross-cultural understanding and exchange to the discovery of real-world problems and practical problem-solving to make it Practical wisdom.
4. Possess presentation and communication skills to plan and manage research projects as an independent researcher and to accurately communicate the process from conception to results using a foreign (non-native) language.

Master's Program

The Graduate School of International Cultural Studies awards the degree of "Master of Economics" to students who have achieved the following through the acquisition of the prescribed credits and the submission of a master's thesis or research paper, which is the result of research activities realized by graduate students under appropriate guidance, based on an appropriate evaluation of research standards in accordance with educational objectives.

1. Possess the academic knowledge and research skills in economics required to train "applied economists," "advanced professionals," and "advanced educators" as lifelong learners
2. Language skills to acquire and disseminate knowledge of economics from around the world.
3. Independent research skills as an "applied economist," "advanced professional," or "highly educated person" in each research field.

Doctoral Course

In accordance with the educational objectives of the Graduate School, the "Doctor of Philosophy (Economics)" will be awarded to students who have achieved the following standards by appropriately evaluating the level of their research, earning the prescribed credits, and submitting a doctoral dissertation that is the result of research activities realized by graduate students under appropriate guidance. In addition, in the five-year doctoral program (Ph.D.), "Master of Arts (Economics)" is awarded to those who have passed the examination of basic skills for doctoral dissertation (QE).

• The attainment of the ability to carry out research necessary for new intellectual creation with the ability to communicate to the international community is a requirement for the awarding of a degree.

Master's Program

The "Master of Laws" will be awarded to students who have reached the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits.

DP1: Students who have acquired a high level of specialized knowledge in the field of law.
DP2: Students who have acquired the ability to accurately analyze diverse issues in contemporary society and develop persuasive legal arguments.
DP3. students who have acquired the basic research skills necessary to compile a master's thesis or research paper of academic significance, based on previous research, foreign literature, and other necessary materials.
DP4. students who have completed a master's thesis or a research paper equivalent to a master's degree (in law) within the prescribed number of years.

Doctoral Course

The degree of "Doctor of Laws" will be awarded to students who have reached the following standards and are capable of conducting research independently.

DP1: Students who have acquired advanced research skills sufficient to become independent researchers.
DP2: Students who have acquired advanced-level legal knowledge, including comparative law.
DP3. students who have prepared a doctoral dissertation of original and advanced academic significance that can contribute to contemporary society within the prescribed period of time.

The Graduate School of Politics confers degrees to students who satisfy the following criteria.

Major in Politics
<Master's Course
The Graduate School of Political Science awards a "Master of Arts (Political Science)" to students who have earned the prescribed credits and have reached the following standards.
DP1: Students will have acquired specialized knowledge and broad knowledge of political science. DP2: Students will have received guidance from faculty members.
DP2. have established an appropriate research theme under the guidance of a faculty member, and have completed a master's thesis that develops original findings through appropriate methods and discussions based on sufficient previous research on the research theme.
DP3. have had their master's thesis peer-reviewed and orally examined, and have passed the examination in recognition of the academic standard of their thesis and their qualifications as an advanced professional.

＜DP4.
Students who have earned the prescribed credits and attained the following standards will be awarded a "Doctor of Philosophy (Political Science)".

DP1: Acquire specialized knowledge and broad knowledge of political science. DP2: Conduct original research on an original theme.
DP2. have reached a state-of-the-art level in their research theme, including the addition of original knowledge, and have demonstrated this in their research presentations, including two presentations at the Thesis Conception Presentation Meetings.
DP3. have completed a doctoral dissertation of a high level of scholarship that demonstrates the ability to be an independent researcher through research guidance by a faculty advisor and research presentations at the dissertation concept presentation meeting, and have had the dissertation reviewed and orally examined by an examination subcommittee of at least three members and passed the examination after a vote at a Graduate School of Politics meeting.

Major in Global Politics
<Master's Course
Students who have earned the prescribed credits, achieved the following standards, undergone peer review and oral examination of their master's thesis or research paper, and passed the examination are awarded "Master of Arts (International Politics)" after the academic standard of the thesis and the qualities of an internationally advanced professional are recognized.
DP1: Acquire specialized knowledge and practical skills in international politics.
DP2: Acquire language and communication skills for international activities.
DP3. have established an appropriate research theme under the guidance of a faculty member, and have completed a master's thesis or research paper that develops original findings through appropriate methods and discussions based on sufficient previous research on the research theme.

Master's Degree Programs Master's Degree Programs (Sociology)

The Graduate School of Sociology confers the degree of "Master of Arts (Sociology)" to those who are deemed to possess the following abilities based on the acquisition of the prescribed credits and the examination of their dissertation.

DP1: Basic ability to carry out research.
DP2: The ability to accurately understand theoretical results and to apply them to one's own research.
DP3. ability to understand and analyze specific themes in sociology and media studies.
DP4. the ability to understand and analyze interdisciplinary themes.
DP5. advanced research skills in accordance with each graduate student's research theme.
DP6. foreign language skills appropriate to each graduate student's research theme.
DP7. the ability to develop logical and persuasive arguments by acquiring the knowledge and methods necessary for each graduate student's research theme.

Latter Period of Doctoral Degree Programs Doctor (Sociology)

The Graduate School of Sociology confers the degree of "Doctor of Philosophy (Sociology)" to those who are recognized as having the following abilities based on the acquisition of the prescribed credits and the examination of their dissertation.

DP1. the ability to fully understand and critically reconstruct the results of various previous studies and to apply them to one's own research theme
DP2. the ability to conduct highly specialized research in accordance with one's own research theme
DP3. the ability to carry out independent research, from problem formulation to writing, on a specialized academic paper appropriate for a doctoral degree, and to contribute to the academic development of the field concerned

Students who have attained the following standards by earning the prescribed credits will be awarded a "Master of Business Administration" or "Doctor of Business Administration".

1. In the master's course, students will have the ability to conduct research in the field of business administration (including related fields) or the ability to prepare a master's thesis or research paper (daytime courses only) based on a variety of classes in business administration (including related fields) and individual and group instruction by course.
2. In the doctoral course, the student should have sufficient advanced research skills and a wealth of academic knowledge as a basis for independent research activities as a researcher or for engaging in other specialized work.

Based on the educational goal of this graduate school, which is to develop human resources capable of realizing well-being in modern society, the degree is awarded to graduate students who have studied for the prescribed period of time, earned the prescribed credits, and reached the following standards upon examination of their dissertation.

Major in Social Policy and Community Development

Master of Social Welfare (Social Welfare)" or "Master of Science (Science)" is awarded to graduate students who have acquired specialized knowledge and research methods related to the formation of welfare society, and who possess the following knowledge and abilities that enable them to apply their basic research skills based on such knowledge and methods in advanced professional activities and practical research.

Master's Degree (Welfare and Society)
DP1: Expertise in the field of social welfare
Reading Comprehension: The ability to accurately read previous research from inside and outside the country.
Ability to communicate one's own ideas logically to others, both orally and in writing.
DP4. practical ability] To be able to carry out the practical work required of a professional or researcher.
Research skills] To be able to set research questions spontaneously and carry out research in a planned and systematic manner.

Master (Academic)
Expertise] Possess the necessary expertise in the field of community development.
Reading comprehension: To be able to accurately read previous research both in Japan and abroad.
Ability to communicate one's own ideas logically to others, both orally and in writing.
DP9. practical ability] To be able to carry out the practical work required of a professional or researcher.
Research skills】 To be able to set research questions spontaneously and carry out research in a systematic and planned manner.

Major in Clinical Psychology

The Master of Clinical Psychology is awarded to graduate students who have acquired the specialized knowledge and research methods required of mental health care professionals, and who possess the following knowledge and abilities to apply these basic research skills in advanced professional activities and practical research.

DP1. Expertise] Possess the necessary expertise in clinical psychology.
The ability to accurately read previous research from inside and outside of Japan.
The ability to communicate one's own ideas logically to others, both orally and in writing.
Practical ability】 To be able to carry out the practical work required of a professional or researcher.
Research skills】 To be able to independently set research questions and carry out research.

Major in Social Policy, Community Development, Clinical Psychology

The "Doctor of Philosophy (Human Welfare)" and "Doctor of Philosophy (Academic)" will be awarded to graduate students who possess the following knowledge and abilities to set cutting-edge research questions, derive creative answers to those questions, and conduct research independently.

Doctor of Philosophy (Human Welfare)
Advanced expertise in cutting-edge research in the field of human welfare.
The ability to read and comprehend previous research both internally and externally with accuracy and criticality.
The ability to communicate one's own ideas logically to others, both orally and in writing.
Possess the advanced practical skills required of a researcher.
Research ability] To be able to draw original conclusions and make arguments on cutting-edge research issues.

Doctor of Philosophy (Academic)
Advanced expertise in cutting-edge research in the field of clinical psychology or community development.
DP7. reading comprehension】Ability to accurately and critically read previous research in and outside of the field
Ability to communicate one's own ideas logically to others in written and oral form.
Possess the high-level practical skills required of a researcher
Research skills] To be able to draw original conclusions and make arguments on cutting-edge research issues.

The Graduate School of Science will award degrees to students who have studied for the prescribed period of time and have reached the following standards in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, and educational goals of the Graduate School.

* Master of Science

In the master's program, "Master of Science" is awarded to students who have earned the prescribed credits and passed the examination of their master's thesis. In this case, the examination shall be conducted based on the following criteria, taking into consideration both the research type, which requires originality and creativity, and the development type, which requires the ability to carry out projects by making full use of advanced information science and technology.

(Research type)
DP1: Sufficient knowledge in the applicant's area of specialization and the ability to construct novel concepts, etc.
(Development type) DP2.
The applicant should have sufficient knowledge in his/her specialized field and should have the technical skills to produce useful results by combining existing concepts.

* Doctor of Science

In the Doctoral Course, "Doctor of Science" is awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits and passed the examination of their doctoral dissertation. The examination shall be based on the following criteria in addition to the above-mentioned criteria for the master's program.

DP3. Advanced knowledge in the field of information science in general, and the ability to develop new research areas or new application areas.
DP4: The applicant should have a track record of proposing new methods or significantly improving the performance of existing methods.

In order to be awarded a master's degree in the Graduate School of Policy Design, students are required to acquire a wide range of relevant knowledge and various research skills related to policy formation, as well as a broad perspective, a sense of the field, and a certain degree of practical experience. Therefore, a master's degree (policy studies) will be awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, passed the master's thesis review and final examination, and reached the following standards.

DP1: Acquisition of specialized and interdisciplinary knowledge
DP2. acquisition of knowledge and skills in case analysis and social research
DP3. review of existing research and development of theoretical frameworks
DP4. acquire the ability to make policy recommendations to solve social problems
DP5. completion of a master's thesis or policy research thesis of a standard that can be applied to future research and social activities, based on advice and guidance provided during practical training and interim presentations

There are two degrees in the doctoral program: Doctor of Philosophy (policy studies) and Doctor of Philosophy (academic). For both degrees, submission of the doctoral dissertation is required to submit an interim presentation, a paper submitted to an academic journal, and achievement of certain language standards.
The degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Policy Studies) is awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, passed the doctoral dissertation review and final examination, and reached the following standards.

DP1: Mastery of specialized knowledge and systematic analytical methods related to the research area
DP2: Discoveries and clarifications that lead to new knowledge, original problem-solving and presentation of theoretical perspectives
DP3. present highly innovative policy principles that contribute to the real world

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy will be awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, passed the doctoral dissertation review and final examination, and have reached the following standards.
DP1: Acquire specialized knowledge and systematic analytical methods in the research area
DP2: Discoveries and clarifications that lead to new knowledge, original problem setting and presentation of theoretical viewpoints
DP3. outstanding contribution to the interdisciplinary field

＜Master's Course＞ Master (Engineering)
The master's degree in engineering is awarded to those who have completed the prescribed credits and coursework, received the necessary research guidance, and passed the thesis review and final examination. This certifies that the master's program has cultivated the academic knowledge and character appropriate for advanced professionals who have acquired comprehensive design skills.

The Graduate School of Engineering and Design has established the following seven policies for awarding degrees in order to enable graduates to respond to the demands of an increasingly diverse and complex society as human resources with comprehensive design capabilities.

DP1. the ability to discover and conceptualize design goals
DP2. the ability to design by combining a high level of individual expertise - design ability
DP3. the ability to view problems from a broad perspective and find solutions independently and continuously - problem-solving skills
DP4. an understanding of the social responsibility of design and an attitude of integrity in dealing with unforeseen situations - professional ethics
DP5. an understanding of history and culture as the heritage of mankind
DP6. the ability to contribute to the creation of a sustainable society from a global environmental perspective
DP7. the ability to describe research and planning content in an argumentative manner, and to present and discuss it orally - the ability to express and communicate

Major in Architecture

Graduate School of Engineering and Design. Ability to express and communicate - Ability to write and present orally and to discuss the contents of the project - Ability to express and communicate - DP9.

Major in Civil and Environmental Engineering

In the field of social infrastructure system development, the degree is awarded to those who fulfill the requirements stated in the Master's Degree Program Diploma Policy of the Graduate School of Engineering and Design.

Major in Engineering and Design

The Master's degree is awarded to those who satisfy the requirements of the Graduate School of Engineering and Design 's Master's Degree Diploma Policy in the field of the creation process of manufacturing and system development.

＜Doctor of Engineering
The degree of Doctor of Engineering is awarded to those who have completed the prescribed lecture courses and project subjects, received the necessary research guidance, and passed the thesis review and final examination.
The doctoral degree certifies that the student has cultivated the academic knowledge and character appropriate for an educator, researcher, and leader (specialized human resources) with planning and development skills based on advanced comprehensive design capabilities in the doctoral program.

The Graduate School of Engineering and Design has established the following seven policies for awarding degrees in order to enable graduates to respond to the demands of an increasingly diverse and complex society as human resources with comprehensive design capabilities.

DP1. the ability to discover and conceptualize design goals
DP2. the ability to design by combining a high level of individual expertise - design ability
DP3. the ability to view problems from a broad perspective and find solutions independently and continuously - problem-solving skills
DP4. an understanding of the social responsibility of design and an attitude of integrity in dealing with unforeseen situations - professional ethics
DP5. an understanding of history and culture as the heritage of mankind
DP6. the ability to contribute to the creation of a sustainable society from a global environmental perspective
DP7. the ability to describe research and planning content in an argumentative manner, and to present and discuss it orally - the ability to express and communicate

Major in Architecture

In the field of comprehensive design of architecture and urbanism, the degree is awarded to those who fulfill the requirements stated in the Diploma Policy of the Doctoral Program of the Graduate School of Engineering and Design.

Major in Civil and Environmental Engineering

In the field of social infrastructure system development, the degree is awarded to those who fulfill the requirements stated in the Doctoral Diploma Policy of the Graduate School of Engineering and Design.

Major in Engineering and Design

In the field of the creation process of manufacturing products and systems, the Graduate School of Engineering and Design confers degrees to those who fulfill the requirements stated in the Graduate School of Engineering and Design 's Diploma Policy for Doctoral Degree Programs.

The resolution of various issues faced by the public policy field requires a high level of expertise and policy-making ability. It also requires a flexible ability to understand and integrate various academic disciplines in a cross-sectional manner. The Graduate School confers degrees to those who have acquired these abilities. The following policy is adopted in concrete terms.

Master's Course
The master's degree is awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits and who have submitted a thesis or policy research paper that demonstrates the following
DP1: Recognize the importance of an integrated and interdisciplinary perspective, and be able to identify and set issues on one's own.
DP2. be able to think rationally and logically, including the ability to propose solutions to increasingly complex problems
DP3. have a broad and deep specialized knowledge and be able to think creatively to create new value
DP4. be able to apply research results in practice

Doctoral Program
In addition to the above, the doctoral degree will be awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits and who have submitted a doctoral dissertation that demonstrates the following
DP1: To be able to analyze and examine issues in the field of public policy using advanced methods, and to formulate and carry out specific research plans.
DP2. be able to make more advanced and proactive proposals by linking broad and deep academic expertise to specific problems and formulating more concrete and appropriate policies to solve them.
DP3. have a higher level of practical ability to feed back research findings to actual situations in various fields, such as government, business, international organizations, and civic organizations.

Major in Public Policy and Social Governance Master's Degree (Public Policy Studies), Doctoral Degree (Public Policy Studies)

Master's Program
The Master of Public Policy will be awarded to students who have attained the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits and the examination of their thesis.
DP1: To have a high level of specialized knowledge and flexibility across disciplines, and to be able to take a bird's-eye view of one's own specialized field and conduct research on various issues related to public policy.
DP2. to be able to think logically and envision solutions to increasingly complex and diverse problems
DP3. be able to think creatively by discovering and setting issues and seeking solutions to them
DP4. to be able to make rational decisions backed by advanced specialized knowledge while maintaining a strategic perspective

Doctoral Program
In addition to the content of the master's program described above, the doctoral degree (public policy studies) will be awarded to students who have earned the prescribed credits, met the doctoral dissertation acceptance criteria established by the Graduate School, submitted a doctoral dissertation, passed the dissertation review and final examination, and reached the standards described below.
DP1. be able to analyze and examine issues in the field of public policy using advanced methods, and to formulate and carry out specific research plans
DP2. be able to make more advanced and proactive proposals by linking broad and deep academic expertise to specific problems and formulating more concrete and appropriate policies to solve them.
DP3. have a higher level of practical ability to feed back the content of their research to actual situations in various fields, such as the administrative sector and civic organizations.

Major in Sustainability Studies Master's degree (Sustainability Studies), Doctoral degree (Sustainability Studies)

The Graduate School of Public Policy and Social Governance has adopted the following policies in relation to the educational goals of Graduate School of Public Policy and Social Governance.

Master's Course
In the master's program, the "Master of Sustainability Studies" will be awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, submitted a master's thesis or policy research dissertation, and been examined by the department, and who meet the following DP1 to DP4.

DP1: Have a high level of specialized knowledge and flexibility to cross-disciplinary fields, and be able to take a bird's-eye view of one's own specialized field and conduct research on various issues related to sustainability.
DP2. to be able to think logically to conceptualize solution processes for increasingly complex and diverse problems
DP3. to be able to think creatively by discovering and setting issues on one's own and seeking new solutions
DP4. to be able to make rational decisions backed by advanced specialized knowledge while maintaining a strategic perspective

Latter Period of Doctoral Degree Program
The Doctor of Philosophy (Sustainability Studies) will be awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, submitted a doctoral dissertation, passed the dissertation review and final examination, and have achieved the following DP1 to DP3.
DP1. be able to analyze various issues surrounding contemporary society using advanced methods in, for example, law, public administration, economics, business administration, sociology, and natural science
DP2. be able to apply a cross-disciplinary and integrated approach to specific research issues and make more advanced academic and practical proposals, such as formulating specific and appropriate policies to solve problems
DP3. to be able to apply research to solve problems in the field of administration, business, international organizations, civic organizations, etc., with a higher level of practical ability.

Based on the educational philosophy of "interdisciplinary elucidation of individual careers with a background in business administration, education, and adjacent disciplines" and "cultivation of high-level professionals who provide career support in companies, public organizations, NPOs, universities, high schools, etc.", students must earn the prescribed credits, pass the master's thesis review, and reach the following standards. The Master of Career Design will be awarded to students who have earned the prescribed credits, passed the examination of their master's thesis, and have reached the following standards.

DP1: Acquire interdisciplinary expertise
DP2. Be able to set up a research theme based on his/her own professional experience
DP3. be able to conduct empirical research using social research methods

Major in Mechanical Engineering

Major in Mechanical Engineering (Master's Program)
The degree of "Master of Engineering" is awarded to students who have attained the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits.

1. Students will acquire advanced specialized knowledge and skills in the field of mechanical engineering. (DP1)
2. Acquire the ability to logically explain in one's own words the content and results of the research presented in the thesis for the degree (master's). (DP2)
3. Have the ability to look at the entire academic field with a sincere attitude, and to give consideration to the global environment, etc. (DP3)

Major in Mechanical Engineering (Doctoral Program)
The degree of "Doctor of Engineering" is awarded to students who have attained the following standards through the acquisition of the prescribed credits.

1. Students will acquire advanced specialized knowledge and skills in the field of mechanical engineering. (DP1)
2. Acquire the ability to logically explain in one's own words the content and results of the research presented in the doctoral dissertation. (DP2)
3. Have the ability to look at the entire academic field with a sincere attitude, and to give consideration to the global environment, etc. (DP3)
4. Acquire advanced research planning skills. (DP4)
5. Be able to practice research and development independently and act internationally as an engineer/researcher. (DP5)

Major in Applied Chemistry

Master of Science and Engineering: Major in Applied Chemistry
The following are the guidelines for conferring the degree. 1.

1.DP1: The student should have acquired a high level of specialized knowledge and skills in applied chemistry.
2.DP2: The student should have the ability to express his/her research logically in his/her own words through the process of writing a thesis.
3.DP3: As an engineer or researcher in the field of science and engineering, the student should be able to relate to society and consider the global environment.

Doctor of Science and Engineering: Major in Applied Chemistry
In addition to the Master's Diploma Policy DP1-3, the degree will be awarded to those who satisfy the following criteria: 4.

DP4: The student should have sufficient research planning ability as an advanced engineer/researcher in the field of science and engineering.
5.DP5: The student should be able to independently conduct research and development and write research papers.
6.DP6: The student should be able to look at academia as a whole with a sincere attitude through taking interdisciplinary courses and be active in the international community.

Major in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Master of Engineering ( Major in Electrical and Electronic Engineering )
The following are the guidelines for conferring the degree. 1.

DP1: The student should have acquired specialized knowledge in electrical and electronic engineering and acquired the expertise and skills required for his/her major field of study. 2.
2.DP2: The student should have the ability to express his/her research logically in his/her own words through the process of writing a thesis. 3.DP3: The student should be a member of a laboratory.
3.DP3: The student should be able to actively participate in society as an engineer and researcher through research activities in his/her laboratory and academic activities.

Doctor of Engineering: Major in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
In addition to the Master's Diploma Policy DP1-3, the degree will be awarded to those who meet the following criteria: 4.

DP4: Advanced research planning ability.
5.DP5: The student should be able to independently conduct research and development.
6.DP6: The student should be able to work as an advanced engineer/researcher in the international community.

Major in Applied Informatics

Master (Engineering): Major in Applied Informatics
The following are the guidelines for conferring the degree. 1.

1.DP1: The student should have acquired expertise in applied information engineering and acquired specialized knowledge and related skills in the research field. 2.
2.DP2: The student should have the ability to express his/her research logically in the process of writing a dissertation. 3.
3.DP3: The student should be able to actively participate in society as an engineer/researcher through research activities in his/her laboratory and at academic conferences.

Doctor of Engineering (Engineering): Major in Applied Informatics
In addition to the Master's Diploma Policy DP1-3, the degree will be awarded to those who meet the following criteria: 4.

DP4: Advanced research planning ability.
5.DP5: The student should be able to independently conduct research and development.
6.DP6: The student should be able to work as an engineer/researcher in the international community.

Major in Systems Engineering

The Graduate School of Engineering will confer degrees to students who have studied for the prescribed period of time and have reached the following standards in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, and educational goals of the Graduate School.
* Master (Engineering)
In the master's program, the degree of "Master (Engineering)" shall be awarded to students who have earned the prescribed credits and passed the examination of their master's thesis. In this case, the examination will be conducted based on the following criteria, taking into consideration both the research type, which requires originality and creativity, and the development type, which requires the ability to carry out projects using advanced information science and technology.
(Sufficient knowledge in a specialized field and the ability to construct novel concepts, etc.
(The applicant should have sufficient knowledge in his/her specialized field and technical skills to produce useful results by combining existing concepts.

* Master (Academic)
In the master's program, "Master (Academic)" is awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits and passed the examination of their master's thesis. In this case, the examination shall be conducted based on the following criteria, taking into consideration the qualities of the research type, which requires originality and creativity, and the practical type, which requires the ability to look at the situation from a bird's eye view.
(Research type) DP1. Sufficient background in the field of specialization and the ability to construct novel concepts, etc.
(The applicant should have sufficient knowledge in his/her specialized field and practical ability to analyze the current situation and propose improvements from an interdisciplinary standpoint with regard to social issues, etc.

* Doctor (Engineering)
In the Doctoral Course, "Doctor of Engineering" is awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits and passed the examination of their doctoral dissertation. In addition to the above criteria for the master's program, the following criteria shall be used in the examination process.
Advanced knowledge in the field of systems science and engineering in general, and the ability to develop new research areas or new fields of application.
DP5. Have a track record of proposing new concepts or methods, or of significantly improving the performance of conventional methods.

Major in Frontier Bioscience

Master of Life Science (Bioscience): Major in Frontier Bioscience
The following are the guidelines for conferring the degree. 1.
The student should have acquired the specialized knowledge and skills required for his/her major field of study. 2.
2.DP2: Students should acquire the ability to express their research logically in their own words through the process of writing their dissertation.
3.DP3: Students should be able to actively participate in society as engineers and researchers through research activities in their laboratories and at academic conferences.

Doctoral Program (Life Sciences): Major in Frontier Bioscience
In addition to the Master's Diploma Policy DP1-3, the degree will be awarded to those who meet the following criteria: 4.
DP4: Advanced research planning skills.
5.DP5: The student should be able to independently conduct research and development.
6.DP6: The student should be able to work as an advanced engineer/researcher in the international community.

Master's Course
A master's degree (in sports and health studies) will be awarded to students who have enrolled in the master's program for at least two years, earned the required number of credits, and passed the master's thesis review examination. The following qualities and abilities are required at the time of completion of the program.

DP1: ●Acquired to have a broad knowledge of culture that supports a rich humanity and sociality. (Knowledge and understanding) DP2.
DP2: To have a systematic understanding of "sports" and "health" and the "social environment" surrounding them. (Knowledge/understanding) DP3.
DP3: ● Possess advanced and specialized knowledge. (Knowledge/understanding) DP4.
DP4. ●To be able to consider the issues one has set for oneself using appropriate research methods (thinking, judgment, expression) (Thinking, judgment, expression) DP5.
DP5. ●Explain logically about the issues they have set for themselves (thinking, judgment, expression) (Thinking, judgment, expression) DP6.
DP6: ● Be willing to contribute to society by pursuing knowledge in sports and health studies (interest, motivation, and attitude) (interest, motivation, attitude) DP7.
DP7. ●To be able to plan, propose, manage, practice, guide, inspect, and evaluate various education and projects related to sports and health promotion. (Skills) DP8.

Latter Period of Doctoral Degree Program
Students who have been enrolled in the Doctoral Course for at least three years (however, early completion and long-term enrollment systems will be provided separately), have earned the prescribed number of credits, and have passed the doctoral thesis examination will be awarded the "Doctor of Philosophy (Sports and Health Studies)". The following qualities and abilities are required at the time of completion of the program.

DP1: Ability to cope with globalization with a bird's-eye view and flexible thinking ability related to "sports health studies" (knowledge, thinking, and judgment)
DP2: Presentation and discussion skills related to "sports health studies" (thinking, judgment, and expression)
DP3: Ability to make full use of cutting-edge theories and research methods related to sports health studies (knowledge, understanding, and skills)
DP4: Ability to develop new content and methods to solve and manage a variety of practical issues related to sports health studies (skills)
DP5: The ability to actively disseminate and return the results of research related to "sports health studies" to society and to collaborate with people in various fields (interest, motivation, and attitude)

Master's Degree Program Master's Degree (Academic)
A master's degree (academic) will be awarded to students who have been enrolled in the master's program for at least two years, earned 36 credits, written a master's thesis, and reached the following standards.
DP1. recognize the social roles required of NPOs/NGOs, social enterprises, cooperatives, labor unions, etc.
DP2. have acquired the research skills to conceive specific policies for building a solidarity society.
DP3. have acquired the ability to demonstrate a high level of expertise in practical settings.

In order to receive a master's degree from Institute of Regional Development students are required to acquire a wide range of relevant knowledge and diverse research skills for solving regional issues, as well as a broad perspective, a sense of the field, and a certain degree of practical experience. Therefore, a master's degree (academic) will be awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, passed the master's thesis review and final examination, and have reached the following standards.

DP1: Acquisition of specialized and interdisciplinary knowledge
DP2. acquisition of knowledge and skills in case analysis and social research
DP3. review of existing research and development of theoretical frameworks
DP4. acquisition of practical skills for solving social problems
DP5. completion of a master's thesis or regional research thesis of a standard that can be applied to future research and social activities, based on advice and guidance provided during practical training and interim presentations

The degree of the doctoral program is Doctor of Philosophy (Doctor of Philosophy), and the submission of the doctoral dissertation requires an interim presentation as well as a paper submitted to an academic journal and attainment of certain language standards.

The degree of Doctor of Philosophy is awarded to those who have earned the prescribed credits, passed the doctoral dissertation review and final examination, and reached the following standards.
DP1: Mastery of specialized knowledge and systematic analytical methods related to the research area
DP2: Discoveries and clarifications that lead to new knowledge, original problem setting and presentation of theoretical viewpoints
DP3. outstanding contributions to local communities and interdisciplinary fields