Department of Social Work
Department of Sociology
Department of Social Work
2 courses of study guide students toward careers in the new era of social work
Social work plays an increasingly important role in solving the diverse problems of contemporary society. Students in the Department of Social Work learn to scientifically analyze social issues, support individuals, and help build a better society from a perspective rooted in respect for basic human rights and dignity. Our graduates are able to contribute in many ways to the building creation of communities where all individuals can enjoy secure and meaningful lives.
Department of Social Work
Key Features of the Department of Social Work
Point 01
Small-sized classes and close interactions with faculty help students discover a path toward the future
In their 1st year, students study the basics of social work and deepen their understanding of the field through lectures by social workers and staff at NPOs and international organizations as well as professors, moving toward a vision of how their interests match up with wide-ranging career options. Starting in their 2nd year, they split into 2 courses, the social work course or the welfare development course, geared toward future careers.
Point 02
A wealth of hands-on classes incorporating field work and training
The Department offers many opportunities for exposure to contemporary social work in Japan and abroad. Through these courses, students improve their ability to put classroom knowledge into practice.
Point 03
“Internal Internationalization” Project
This project aims to educate “Multicultural Symbiosis Facilitators or Supporters” who help build meaningful relationships with people with roots in a diversity of countries and cultures.
Program Structure
In small-class learning, students gain reading and presentation skills and they develop an understanding of social work by focusing on actual social problems in their first year. In the second year, they choose from 2 courses linked to future careers. In the third and fourth years, students deepen their specialized knowledge through seminars and training in line with their interests and anticipated career path.
Topics
Internship
Students will participate in internships at companies that focus on employing people with disabilities or NPOs and social enterprises that address social problems, researching and reporting on initiatives they learned about in the field. Students will hone practical skills for contributing to the multicultural society of the future.
Child Welfare A
Students will learn the state of welfare for children, such as how children’s rights and welfare have developed and the extent to which laws and systems for children have been established. They will also consider what they can do to help children grow up better in society.
Introduction to Social Development
Students will learn about various social welfare challenges confronting Japanese society, societies in other countries, and the international community, as well as welfare development approaches to these challenges.