Features of Socio-Cultural Studies Major

In the field of “Human Society”, seminars and special lectures on social system theories (sociology) are at the core. In the field of “Human Culture”, seminars and special lectures on culture theories (cultural anthropology and folkloristics), studies of culture thoughts (philosophy and religious studies), and studies of cultural representation (art and art history) are at the core. Basic theory on society and culture that is common to each specialization is required. We nurture experts who excel in domestic and foreign social surveys and fieldwork, as well as museum curators and journalists familiar with the field.

Process of Acquiring a Master’s Degree or PhD

Requirements for Applying for a Master’s Degree

1. Period of Enrollment
   You must be enrolled in the master's program for more than 2 years.
2. Credit Requirements
   A total of 32 credits or more must be obtained for a predetermined subject.

Process to Apply for a Degree

• Framework of Research Guidance
  Graduate students affiliated with the department receive guidance on their thesis (master's thesis), including the establishment of a research theme and the preparation of a research plan, from their supervisor determined at the time of enrollment and several faculty staff in their field of specialization. Graduate students affiliated with the department conduct a series of research activities, acquire professional knowledge through the presentation of their "research theme," "thesis structure," and "thesis content," and submit a thesis (master's thesis) and apply for a master's degree.
• First year
  April: Submit the "Research Plan".
  June: 1st "Master's thesis review meeting": Presentation of the research topics.
  November: 2nd "Master's thesis review meeting": Presentation of thesis structure.
• Second year
  June: 3rd "Master's thesis review meeting": Presentation of the thesis content.
  October: Submit the "Master's Thesis" proposal.
  October: Supervision is also provided by the vice-chief supervisor approved at the regular committee meeting.
  November: 4th "Master's thesis review meeting": Presentation of the thesis content.
  January: Submit the master's thesis and present it at the master's thesis presentation.
  February: Take the oral examination (final examination).
  The above four master's thesis review meetings and master's thesis presentations will all be open to the public.