KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS | KYOAI GAKUEN UNIVERSITY

I connect the local community with the world.

KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS (KGH) is an advanced education program that further evolves and deepens our university's cutting-edge learning. Beyond our goal of developing "glocal talent," this program cultivates "next-generation glocal leaders" who possess insight and insight into a rapidly changing global society and will lead their local communities as they become increasingly internationalized. Through not only coursework but also seminars and programs designed specifically for the program, students will connect the local and global worlds while integrating a broad range of knowledge in "international sociology"—including international affairs, economics, psychology, culture, and language—to develop the ability to identify and solve new local challenges. KGH cultivates "talented individuals who connect the local and global world" and who can address the challenges facing many "regions" today, such as SDGs, regional revitalization, global business, and multicultural societies.

Former KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS (for students enrolled in 2022) can be found here

The appeal of KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS

KGH(KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS)Program attendance

Students can take advanced educational programs to become glocal leaders, including seminars dedicated to KGH and student-led project-based courses conducted jointly by students from multiple years. At the end of their second year, they also participate in an interdisciplinary seminar in collaboration with students from other science universities. They also take on the challenge of presenting their research at domestic conferences and participating in research exchange events overseas (travel expenses covered by the university).

Free civil service course + participation in an internship exclusively for Honors students

Honors students can take our civil service courses, which normally require a fee, free of charge. We will support those who want to tackle local issues through their work as civil servants. We also offer local internships exclusively for Honors students.

Full tuition payment for four years(Benefits for successful applicants to the Glocal Honors entrance exam)

Glocal Honors students will receive full tuition reimbursement for up to four years, just like entrance examination scholarship students. The only expenses for four years will be facility and equipment fees, allowing students to take advanced educational programs at a lower cost than at national and public universities.
* Tuition support is subject to annual review.

Qualification

To be eligible to take KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS, you must pass one of the following two exams.

Before admission: Pass the Glocal Honors entrance exam
After enrollment: Pass the internal selection process after enrollment.

Learning flow

[KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS]
Honors students will be enrolled in one of four courses and will participate in the "KYOAI GLOCAL HONORS" program.

Specialized Seminars

Second-year learning

Glocal Honors Exercise I

[Improve collaboration skills]

Main instructor: Yuichiro Okuda (Psychology and Culture Course)

Collaboration with others is essential to solving social problems. Using team building and active learning methods, students will acquire the ability to collaborate.

Glocal Honors Exercise II

[Understanding the international community]

Lead Instructor: Takashi Nishidate (International Studies Course)

In today's increasingly globalized society, understanding one's local community requires understanding the international community. Through group reading and discussion of specialized literature, students will deepen their knowledge of the international community and learn about connections with local communities.

Second-year learning

Glocal Honors Exercise Ⅲ

[Learning Business]

Lead Instructor: Xie Zhihai (International Studies Course)

The power of business is necessary to solve the problems facing society. We will view business not as a means to make money, but as a way to contribute to society, and learn about problem-solving and community contributions through business.

Glocal Honors Exercise Ⅳ

[Improve your communication skills]

Lead Instructor: Ai Takeuchi (University-wide Education Promotion Organization)

In order to involve many people in solving problems, you need the ability to communicate your brilliant thoughts and ideas to others. You will hone your presentation and communication skills by preparing for domestic academic conferences and overseas research exchange meetings.

Joint exercise for all grades

Honors Project I-IV

Lead Instructor: Ken'ya Murayama (Faculty of Co-Innovation)

One of KGH's distinctive features is the Honors Project, in which Honors students from all years gather once a week to conduct PBL (Problem Based Learning). Students form teams across grades and courses to set and solve problems. Third- and fourth-year students who have completed the Honors program also participate in the Honors Project as Teaching Assistants (TAs), supporting the learning of Honors students while also developing teaching and facilitation skills.

Teacher introduction

Main person in charge of GH Seminar I
Psychology and Culture Course
Yuichiro Okuda Professor
Through various psychology-based learning experiences, students will develop communication skills, such as the ability to work in teams, which are essential in society.
Main person in charge of GH Seminar II
International Studies Course
Takashi Nishidate Associate professor
Students will study the current state of the international community through the latest news and examine the connection between the international community and our daily lives.
GH Exercise III Main Instructor
International Studies Course
Xie Zhihai Professor
Through studying international political economy and geopolitics, students will develop the habit of staying informed about the rapidly changing global situation. They will also consider the mechanisms and challenges of international relations from various perspectives and propose their own solutions.
GH Exercise IV Main Instructor
University-wide Education Promotion Organization
Ai Takeuchi Professor
Focusing on intercultural communication and leadership theory, this program cultivates the perspective and dialogue skills of a glocal leader who can collaborate across cultural differences and connect the world and local communities.
GHProject I-IV 담당
Faculty of Co-Innovation
Kenya Murayama Professor
Students will not only acquire knowledge in specialized academic fields, but also the ability to connect these fields and flexibly define and solve problems.

Glocal Honors Admissions Information

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