Understanding the Complexities of Contemporary Society
and Nurturing the Ability to Make a Positive Contribution
[Courses and Areas]
- Media and Representational Studies Course
- Media and Information Area
- Social Representation Area
- Network and Community Studies Course
- Global Society Area
- Contemporary Society Area
- Social Network Area
- Human and Psychological Studies Course
- Clinical Sociology Area
- Social Psychology Area
As a trailblazer in the field of sociology in Japan, the school has been leading cutting-edge research which enhances human well-being since its foundation in 1960. With the biblical quotation "The truth shall set you free" as its basic philosophy, the School of Sociology attacks problems from a broad perspective and an extensive range of knowledge, with the aim of producing graduates who can make a concrete contribution to society. Sociology is area of study that encompasses a wide range of social phenomena and issues. The curriculum is therefore composed of 3 courses and 7 areas: comprehensive courses to furnish students with a solid liberal education and an extensive body of knowledge, and specialized courses providing students with specific knowledge and practical skills.
