Faculty of Global Culture and Communication

Hoshigaoka Campus

The Faculty of Global Culture and Communication nurtures individuals who can transcend differences such as nationality and culture, recognize and respect diverse values, and contribute to a society in which many cultures live together.

Department of Global Culture and Communication

The Department of Global Culture and Communication offers two majors: the Major of Language Studies and the Major of Hospitality and Tourism Management. The Major of Language Studies consists of three concentrations (English, Chinese, and Korean), where students acquire the linguistic communication skills and intercultural competence needed to succeed in international society, together with the knowledge required for international exchange and international cooperation. In the Major of Hospitality and Tourism Management, students gain an understanding of the position and potential role of tourism in modern society. They deepen their learning in fields such as hospitality, management, and community development, acquiring universal skills applicable in society at large, as well as practical skills for the tourism industry and local communities.

Major of Language Studies

Use language to deepen understanding of culture and local and international communities

Major of Hospitality and Tourism Management

Approach tourism from multiple perspectives to aim for growth and problem-solving.

FEATURES
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THE FACULTY

Overcome differences such as nationality and culture to recognize and accept diverse values.
A wide range of studies offered across the two majors can be selected according to individual interests.
We offer extensive hands-on learning programs both in Japan and abroad, as well as the faculty's own study abroad system.

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Faculty Mission

In the Faculty of Global Culture and Communication, our education and research are designed to cultivate the capacity to view society from a broad perspective and to accept diverse ways of thinking, living, and cultures through interaction with people from various backgrounds. The philosophies and educational objectives of the faculty's two majors, Language Studies and Hospitality and Tourism Management, are as follows:

The Major of Language Studies aims to cultivate individuals who possess both a deep understanding of language and culture and practical language application skills. Through its curriculum, students acquire proficiency in English, Chinese, and Korean, along with methods for teaching Japanese to non-native speakers. The Major of Hospitality and Tourism Management aims to cultivate individuals who have a broad perspective, flexible thinking, and the practical skills to contribute to the development of local and international communities and tourism. Its program of study is designed to equip students with an understanding of and skills in international and intercultural exchange, a broad knowledge of tourism, and a deep understanding of hospitality and its practical application.

Message from the Dean

The heart of education in the Faculty of Global Culture and Communication lies in a faculty philosophy that directly reflects "Embracing Diversity," the guiding principle of this university, and in the classes built upon it. Looking not only at differences of language but also at the cultural differences rooted deeply in local communities, we cultivate individuals with a balance of knowledge, attitude, and practice who can contribute to sustaining and developing society. The spirit of "Enter to learn, and leave to serve." has been handed down without interruption over the 16 years since the faculty was established in 2010.

Over that time, our faculty has educated and sent out into the world a great many graduates who contribute to society in a wide range of fields: hotels, the airline and railway industries, teaching English and social studies, trade and transportation, and even development work overseas. This record, and the substantial, practice-focused classes that make it possible, are a great source of pride for us.

Another treasure of this faculty is our teaching staff, who keep asking themselves, together with our students, "What can I do for someone else?" The large number of students taking part in volunteer activities at the Community Collaboration Center shows just how strongly our students feel the desire to take action.

Dean of the Faculty of Global Culture and CommunicationKoji Ota