Kyoto Women’s University covers a wide range of fields, including the arts, sociology, education, life sciences, and law. While the area of study differs greatly depending on the subject, each provides students with the tools to think independently and to cooperate with others in the Buddhist spirit. The goal is to cultivate global citizens capable of identifying contemporary issues and taking on unforeseen challenges ethically and responsibly.

Each Faculty/Department pursues a variety of fields appropriate for this age of globalization and information technology. This is accomplished by developing unique expertise and deepening exchanges with others. Choose the programs that are best suited for your learning and career goals.

Study independently in small group seminars from your 1st year, and learn methods of research in stages.
Small group seminars are held from your 1st year. Acquire literature reading comprehension and research methods in stages, through independent studies such as investigations, inquiries, presentations, and discussions related to the subjects.

Study various fields of scholarship concurrently and investigate specialized researches further.
In 3rd year seminars, you will select 2 fields of study from each era and field. In 3rd and 4th year seminars, you will also learn about Japanese art history and the history of etiquette and culture, along with special lectures on specialist areas of study.

Taking advantage of the location of Kyoto, you will study Japanese literature through in-person experiences.
Students study literature from the classical to contemporary periods in this course while feeling the natural features of Kyoto, the stage for many of the works. Extramural fieldwork such as investigating famous and historic spots, and watching classical theater, is also implemented.

While being acquainted with the Japanese language and literature, you will acquire global communication ability.
While acquiring specialist knowledge and cognitive abilities related to Japanese literature and language, you will also study linguistic, cultural, and historical relations between Japan and other countries, cultivating the ability to communicate internationally.

Japanese Linguistics
Through fieldwork, you will investigate changes in the formation and construction of Japanese, and come into contact with the living Japanese language, to communicate Japanese culture to the world.

Japanese Literature
Focusing on Japanese and classical Chinese literature from ancient times to the modern-day, you will study different eras, cultures, ideas, and so on that formed the background of authors and works. Deepen your understanding of Japanese people and culture.

We aim to inculcate communication and the four skills of learning a language.
You will practice the four skills of English learning—listening, speaking, reading, and writing —in small groups. The lessons are conducted in English so that they will enhance your communication skills in English while listening.

We facilitate constructive learning for first-year university students through small-group seminars.
Seminar-style education will evolve your learning methods by covering movies and theatrical plays which deal with the themes of British and American literature, the linguistics of English, and communication skills. You will develop a deep educational foundation and a broad perspective from an early stage,

Whilst getting closer step by step towards the future career of your dreams through our practical courses.
Airline English and Tourism Studies is a course oriented towards the airline and tourism industries, while the Conference Interpretation Practicum focuses on imparting the basics of interpretation. You will gain useful and practical knowledge specific to your desired industry.

You will choose the theme for your final-year research according to your interests.
From your third year, you will deepen your understanding of the various research themes through seminars. You can choose what you submit as your final year project from writing a thesis, giving a presentation, or performing work as a theatrical play.

You will be engaged in the study of communication, linguistics, and culture.

Communication in English
We offer courses to improve your grasp of the 4 aspects of the English language. In addition, your expressive ability will be nurtured through engagement in theatrical studies, composition writing, and debates, etc.

English Studies and English Education
Explore the English language from various aspects such as the origins of sound and meaning, wording and syntax, etc. We will also impart the knowledge and skills important to teach the English language.
British and American Literature and Culture
Develop your comprehension skills and creative writing as we familiarize you with English and American literature's original texts, films, and plays. Along the way, learn about the culture of Japan and that of Kyoto in particular.

For those who are aiming to work at international corporations;
(consider) the Business Communication and Debate and Discussion courses, etc.

For those who are aiming to work in the airline or tourism industry;
(consider) the Airline English, Tourism Studies, and Travel and Tourism Management courses, etc.

For those who are aspiring to teach English;
(consider) the Teaching English to Children and Research on English Education courses, etc.

For those who want to study abroad and become an interpreter;
(consider) the Study Abroad, Translation Practicum, Conference Interpretation Practicum courses, etc.

For those who are aiming for postgraduate studies;
(consider) the British and American Literature and Cultural Studies, Linguistics and Gender Studies, etc.

To obtain a broader perspective through history and cultivate the strength to move forward towards the future.
History is the field to read and analyze historical documents and texts from our perspectives. At the same time, based on our interpretation, we create a new perspective on history and foster a new vision for the future.

After learning Japanese and Western history, students can choose the courses they want to study. 
From their first year, students study both Japanese and world history concurrently. In their second year, students choose courses from Japanese, Asian or Western history, but it is also possible to take other courses.

Students visit historical sites in Kyoto and do practical fieldwork. 
Utilizing the location of Kyoto and other historical cities, students do fieldwork outside of the school. These courses allow students to experience the historical sites, materials, and heritage that exist in Kyoto.

We have many reading courses aiming to strengthen students' ability to read and interpret historical documents.
From their second year, to support their respective research goals, students take classes and read ancient documents written in English, Chinese, and Latin in there. Classes are provided which aim at raising students’ reading ability.

To help students develop their specializations, and to support them while they acquire multiple forms of certification.
To train students in multiple specializations and encourage them to obtain multiple qualifications to teach at elementary schools or nursery schools as well as at the ever-increasing number of special support classes.

To cultivate educators with a deep understanding of the psychological principles behind education and sensitive consideration to the welfare of others.
To foster educators in our nursing and welfare majors according to the psychological principles of education, so that they can combine scientific thinking with warm humanity and an eye towards the welfare of others.

To utilize the university's affiliated schools to provide educators with practical in-class training experiences.
To help educators to master classroom teaching and to provide them with well-balanced theoretical and practical education through flexible training at the university's affiliated schools, which contains from nursery to high school.

To help students master their learning with detailed and specialized guidance in small seminars from their freshman year onward.
To offer small seminar courses to all students from the point they begin their education. To help students master working together with their peers in seminars while also developing self-sufficiency in aiming for their learning goals. Further, to help educators reach their own goals through individualized guidance provided by faculty.

We have prepared a curriculum that allows students to systematically understand both theory and practice.

Education
Through coursework and empirical research that analyzes the social contexts of education, students think systematically and in a multifaceted way about human growth, development, and education.

Subject Training/Class Management
Through teaching practice, volunteer activities, mock classrooms, and preparing learning materials, students learn the methods and practices of classroom management and individual subject teaching.

Diverse Educational Practices
Students learn about the diverse educational practices which are developed by local governments, regional communities, and education-related companies, as well as cultivate their multifaceted perspective and comprehension.

Emphasis on the teaching of welfare and nursing in educational sites.
We teach the subjects that are necessary to obtain the school nurse license. Furthermore, we offer the subjects related to welfare in the educational field and aim at training school social workers to be able to work at large diverse schools.

Training students to be capable teachers who are ready for work and can take on leadership roles. 
We educate students to be able to act from a welfare perspective, so that everyone, including children, elderly people, and people with disabilities, can live comfortably. In addition, we cultivate strong leadership traits.

Aiming for obtaining the certification of social workers which is the foundation of working in various fields.
We aim to train students to gain the qualifications for playing active roles as social workers in welfare facilities such as schools or hospitals, and which becomes their strong foundation and enables them to approach various social issues from the welfare perspective.

The High pass rate for the National Certification Exam for Social Workers.
By taking the designated courses, students will be eligible to take the National Certificate Examination for Social Workers upon graduation. Our pass rate of the exam reaches beyond the national average every year.

Gaining specialized knowledge along with foundations of welfare and home economics.

Nursing
Along with aiming to provide Type 1 school nurse licenses, we work together with schools and local organizations to train students’ ability to watch over children’s growth and acquire practical skills.

School welfare
Based on social worker qualification requirements, students study both the education and welfare fields and acquire the fundamental knowledge and practical skills as a school social worker.

Social welfare
Intending to qualify for the National Certificate Examination for Social Workers, students learn law and theory to acquire real skills, through engaging in study and hands-on training.

To develop music based on theory and practical training.
Besides western music, students gain familiarity with Japanese music and the music of various ethnic groups of music. Through the acquisition of foundational and mechanical knowledge, they broaden their understanding of music and develop their expressive ability.

Students develop the fundamental skills of being a music instructor.
They aim towards being able to acquire music teacher licenses at junior and senior high schools. Students learn the teaching methods for specialized fields including piano, vocal music, chorus, and ensemble, and refine their abilities as teachers or instructors.

Students can learn music in an appropriate environment that has numerous practice rooms.
In addition to more than 70 practice rooms, there are also a performance hall and a music classroom. Students can perform with both orchestral instruments and traditional Japanese ones.

Seminars and practical skills training classes are held in small classrooms and provide detailed guidance and training.
From the time they enter a small classroom seminar in their first year, students gain thorough and meticulous instruction in piano and vocal music.  In this way, students learn to develop their self-reliance and creativity from what they learn in their seminars.

Learn the four domains broadly to understand children and specialize in one chosen discipline.
Study extensively the four domains of Paedology, “development”, “health”, “culture”, and “expression” activities. After understanding “what is a child”, students will move on to specialized studies in their chosen domain. In addition, third-year students will be attached to seminars that can enhance the students' capabilities in their specialized fields.

Plenty of opportunities to participate in childcare scenes and parenting support activities are provided.
Students may get the chance to work in childcare or parenting support scenes. Examples are playing music in a "musical band", performing a puppet show with the puppet theater company "Dandelion", or participating in the "Children Forum" held at the Wisteria Flower Festival (our college festival). Through these activities, students can train their practical skills.

Cultivate practical skills through internships in nursery schools, kindergartens, and child welfare facilities.
Through education or childcare internships, students gain knowledge and understanding of what to do through teachings with prior guidance. Afterward, students may reflect on their practical training and translate the learning outcomes into practical skills.

Learn theory and practice in small seminar groups right from the first year.
Students are meticulously taught over four years with this system of small group teaching. Students learn fundamental knowledge and literature research methods about the four areas and proceed with their graduation work on each theme of their interests.

Acquire comprehensive knowledge desired by childcare workers and educators.

Child Studies in Expression
Explore the concept of a child's development and support through music, art, and physical expression.
 Cultivate planning and practical skills through expressive activities in nurseries and kindergartens.

Child Studies in Development
Study the process and mechanism of child development, the environment which supports children’s development, developmental imbalance, and mental problems. Acquire the theory and skills of counseling and nurture the capability of development support.

Child Studies in Culture
Learn about activities related to a children's life and cultures such as children's literature, picture books, toys, puppet shows, picture-story shows, animation, and comic books, as well as learn childcare and education via theory and practice.

Child Studies in Health
Learn about children's health and exercise, illness and nursing, and their diets based on theories of growth and development, while fostering knowledge as an expert in parenting and childcare.

Study extensively regarding psychology and you may get the qualification to take the examination to be a licensed psychologist.
Various fields of psychology will be covered, from fundamental theory to more practical subjects. By taking the prescribed classes, you can qualify to take the exam to be a licensed psychologist.

Cultivate the ability to have own opinion through analysis of investigative and practical data.
Students learn from the investigations about mind and behavior and conduct experiments, to analyze the results and summarize their thoughts. They develop problem-solving abilities through these experiences.

Develop wide horizons and specialist knowledge in small class seminars from the first year.
Take small class seminars from the first year. In addition to psychological examination and literature comprehension, presentations and discussions will also be conducted to deepen understanding regarding humans’ mental processes and develop communication ability.

Study the science of the mind and refine our intelligence and sensitivity.

Cognition ・ Behavior
Deepen our understanding of humans through experiments and scientific researches concerning the intelligent mechanism between mind and behavior.

Health ・ Medical care
Deepen specialist knowledge about psychology and psychological support in health and treatment facilities.

Support for children
Study both the practical and theoretical aspects of development assistance and psychological support activities in education and welfare facilities.

Interpersonal communication
Study interpersonal relationships and communication scientifically, and gain the knowledge and skills needed to live a happy life.

Understand food, nutrition, and health comprehensively and work towards becoming a specialist.
Deepen your specialist study of food, nutrition, and health while working towards becoming certified as a registered dietitian.  Graduates are active in a diverse range of fields, from nutrition coaching at hospitals to food product development at corporations.

It is possible to earn the following certifications: nutritionist, certified dietitian, teaching credentials, food hygiene supervisor.
It is possible to acquire qualifications to take the examinations for a licensed nutritionist or registered dietitian. We are very proud of the high pass rates we achieve every year in the national registered dietitian exam. Additionally, it is also possible to pursue teaching nutrition or home economics.

There are many practical ways to learn, including experiments, food preparation training, nutritional coaching, and menu development.
Through performing numerous experiments, you will learn how to conduct experiments and the principles behind the rules of conduct. Additionally, through programs such as clinical nutrition training, you will acquire theoretical knowledge via practical training, and you will be able to utilize it practically outside of school. 

Three courses of study that you can choose according to your desired path.
Third-year students are divided into the following areas of study: clinical nutrition, research and development, health education.  Rather than focusing on employment as the goal, you will be taught the knowledge and attributes necessary to serve as a leader in each field.

Third-year students are divided into one of three sequences of study according to their desired path.

The Flow and Sequence of Study

Foundations
Society Environment and Health	Structure of the Human Body and  Origins of Functional Disease	Food and Health
Specialty
Fundamental and Practical Nutrition	Clinical Nutrition	Food Service Management
Nutrition Education	Public Nutrition	Comprehensive Seminar /Clinical Field Training
Clinical Nutrition Sequence	Research and Development Sequence	Health Education Sequence
For those who aim to become registered dietitians who do nutritional coaching at hospitals, medical facilities, and nursing homes. [Practical Training Outside of School] ● Practical training in food service management (at offices, nursing homes, etc.) ... One week ● Field training to learn clinical nutrition (at hospitals) ... Three weeks	Students gain specialist knowledge in development, research, and quality control used at food and pharmaceutical companies. [Practical Training Outside of School] ● Practical training in food service management (at offices) ... One week ● Clinical field training to learn clinical nutrition studies and principles of food service management (at hospitals)  ... Two weeks ＋ ● Clinical field training to learn public nutrition (at health care centers) ... One week	Designed for students who seek to work as nutrition teachers, sports nutritionists, or registered dietitians at schools and educational institutions. [Practical Training Outside of School] ● Practical training in food service management (at elementary schools, offices, etc) ... One week ● Clinical field training to learn clinical nutrition and principles of food service management (at hospitals) ... Two weeks + ● Clinical field training to learn public nutrition (at health care centers) ... One week

Learn broadly: modeling design, apparel modeling, space modeling.
Study designs from 3 different fields that make the living environment comfortable. 
You can learn 3 different fields broadly at the same time or, you can also choose to concentrate on mastering only one field.

Developing learning and design activities with the theme of "Kyoto."
Taking into consideration the buildings of high historical and cultural value, arts and crafts, kimono culture, etc. we will utilize the unique experiences which we can experience because we stay in “Kyoto”, and we will work on the design activities on the theme of “Kyoto” as well.

You can also acquire licenses and qualifications for professions such as teachers, curators, architects, textiles advisors.
In addition to acquiring qualifications such as certificates of home economics teacher for junior and senior high schools, curator, or first class textiles advisor, etc., you can also obtain qualifications to take examinations for first and second class architect, and interior planner.

Make good use of venues for practical design activities connected with society.
Establish a "Life Design Institute" within the university and organize design activities in collaboration with local governments and companies. Present the creation or research results to the public and cultivate practical skills.

Choose freely from 3 areas and customize your learning.

Modeling Design
Learn the basic knowledge and history of art, crafts and design, cultivate theoretical thinking and expressing ability.

Apparel Modeling
Study apparel from multiple angles including materials, functions, designs, and history. Learn knowledge and skills related to development, planning, and sales through experiments and practical training.

Spatial Modeling
Learn the knowledge of architecture, renovation, and interior. Renovation-related courses and construction-related courses can be combined freely. 

Establishing fundamental skills
We thoroughly develop our students' linguistic ability, as well as ICT skills for handling computers and networks, in addition to skills necessary for analyzing data in studies.

Seminars where everybody knows your name
One of the foundations of the program is seminars that you will participate in with the same small group of your peers from your first year to your fourth.  In these seminars, you will train yourself how to identify issues in modern society, collect information, perform presentations, communicate with others, and create reports.

Cluster Pairs
Starting from your second year, you will select two out of our seven specialization subject clusters, one as your Main-Cluster and the other as your Sub-Cluster. This allows every student to delve deeply into their interests.

4 Development Programs for aiming higher
Those who want to improve their skills even further can challenge themselves with our four Development Programs in International Understanding, Information, Sociological Reports, and Business.

University learning isn't just on campus
We provide support for students to take on learning activities outside of campus, including training or study abroad, business internships, and fieldwork.

We nurture excellent human resources who have the spirit of the law and strong vigor.
To cultivate women with the ability to approach and solve legal issues, we offer courses according to the fundamental administrative laws of Japan.

Our newly established Practical Law Curriculum develops skills for handling real-world legal issues.
We are offering many new courses through our Practical Law curriculum. In standard classes, students aim to obtain various qualifications and pass the civil service examination.

In our smaller seminars, students will develop their unique paths and skills.
From the first year to the fourth, our faculty meticulously guides students, deepening their specializations as well as building their communication skills through discussions and presentations.

The final research project as a compilation of four years’ studies develops students’ practical abilities further.
This final research project is essential for the deeper refinement of the final year.
This is an effective way of improving your ability to prosper in society.

Acquire Data Science carefully
Systematic and careful study of statistics and informatics, which are the foundations of data science. To gain insight into social issues and apply data science to solve them, we are building a curriculum that cultivates a wide range of knowledge such as economics, business administration, and sociology, as well as sensitivity to discover issues and the ability to gather information. We will also prepare a support system for students who are not good at mathematics.

Acquire the ability to live in the real world in cooperation with the government and company
Develop PBL (problem-based learning) to create new value and solve social issues through cooperation with universities, in cooperation with governments, companies, etc. We will introduce a program to acquire practical skills based on real-world problems and data. For example, students receive data and issues provided by governments and companies, analyze them using the knowledge of data science possessed by the university, and make policy proposals for solving issues in various fields such as the environment, economy, culture, and regions. They will receive feedback on this, deepen their learning, and improve the accuracy of their policy proposals.

Acquire an education that can contribute to gender equality
Students learn data science, which enables proposals based on data, and aim to promote women's participation in decision-making. We will foster human resources who can promote innovation in the field of data science, where there are still few women, and contribute to the creation of new values as social leaders. In addition, we will develop human resources who can analyze contemporary issues from data and contribute not only to the active participation of women but also to the realization of a society that respects diversity.

Curriculum that integrates the humanities and sciences by combining the three fields of “statistics,” “social science,” and “informatics,” leading to value creation

“Statistics”
Ability to find value from data using analytical methods

• Multivariate Analysis
• Time Series Analysis
• Optimization Theory
• Medical Statistics
• Spatial Statistics
• Cultural Metrology
• Psychometrics

“Social Science”
Ability to discover social issues and use data science to solve them

• Introduction to Economics
• Introduction to Business Administration
• Econometrics
• People and Organization Management
• Data Science Social Implementation Theory
• Innovation Theory
• Behavioral Economics

“Informatics”
Ability to collect, process, and organize data so that it can be implemented and operated in a meaningful way

• Programming
• AI/Machine Learning
• Simulation
• Database
• Bioinformatics
• Image Processing
• Software Design

1. Ability to collect, process, and analyze data
2. Basic knowledge in a wide range of fields
3. Sensitivity to discover social issues

• Human resources with the ability to respond to future data and AI society
• Human resources who can flexibly utilize the knowledge and solve problems
• Human resources who create new value with free ideas

Examples of some activity fields where students can demonstrate their regular learning at this Faculty
School/Education

• High school teacher (mathematics, information)
• Junior high school teacher (mathematics)

Due to the strengthening of information subjects, mathematics teachers who have studied statistics and informatics are required.

Finance/Consulting

• Net banking
• Procedure automation
• Forecast of investment information

There is a demand for human resources who can analyze vast amounts of data all over the world and understand finance.

Medicine, Welfare, Health

• Data analysis in medicine and health economics
• Prediction of the number of infected cases for future action

In medicine and drug development, it is significant to derive new evidence through the analysis of collected data.

Manufacturer/Design

• New product development based on analysis of consumer needs and trends
• Production forecast

People who can explore market needs and social conditions from accumulated data and analyze daily trends are in demand.

Communication and information services

• Management of communication data
• SNS user analysis
• App development/update

To improve the safety and reliability of communication systems, it is necessary to have the ability to mine vast amounts of big data.

Event/Advertisement

• Analysis of opponents, wins and losses, strategy planning
• Prediction of the number of visitors, sales analysis of goods, public relations planning

Human resources who can predict demand for events from past weather data and quantitatively evaluate advertisements that are beneficial to users are needed.

Distribution/Marketing

• Sales data analysis/prediction of sales site
• Marketing of new products, presentation of recommendations

It is required to optimize traffic routes based on data and to evaluate customer needs from past purchase history.

A learning system that fosters flexible thinking while understanding mathematics without difficulty
The curriculum of the Faculty of Data Science consists of three major areas: "statistics," "social science," and "informatics." Based on practical literacy in statistics and informatics, this learning system allows students to cultivate free thinking while understanding the realities of society by honing their knowledge of economics, business administration, sociology, etc. Through that learning, we hope to develop human resources who can solve social issues and create new value from data science.
Rather than focusing on specialized fields such as robotics and AI, this faculty is deeply involved in statistics and informatics and emphasizes the foundation of mathematics that leads to every application. Even for students who are not good at mathematics, we provide generous support through pre-enrollment education and post-enrollment supplementary lessons.
This kind of “careful learning” environment strongly supports the acquisition of knowledge by students, regardless of whether they are in the humanities or the sciences.

Clarifying the purpose of learning and the future to aim for by experiencing social issues and places of activity
One of the characteristics of this faculty is that you can work on the current learning with motivation while realizing the connection with society. One of them is problem-based learning (PBL), which is a compulsory subject from the first to the fourth year. The experience of discovering familiar issues and finding solutions on your own is the foundation of your ability to create new value. It can be said that the significance of tackling this learning from an early stage is very fabulous.
Furthermore, in collaboration with local companies, administrative agencies, and data scientist associations, we invite data science professionals, including women, as guest speakers for lectures.
Envisioning their future self through role models who are active in society will considerably help students with their vision formation and grow their motivation.
As someone who has just been assigned to Kyoto Women's University, I see great potential in the academic culture of Kyoto Women's University, where many ambitious students gather. We will do our utmost to support the students who study at this faculty to grow into female pioneers in the Data Science field.