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1.Educational Philosophy

Educational Philosophy, Goals, and the Ideal Student

 Kyushu University’s School of Education aims to develop human resources that can creatively solve problems in various areas of society based on deep insight and an empathetic attitude toward others.
 In the School of Education, teaching is designed to develop the following five types of human resources through a system that is based on the theory and practice of pedagogy and psychology. To this end, the field is treated as a broad and comprehensive human science, and the education at this institution focuses on human formation and development, as well as technical training.

1
Professional researchers engaged in education and research at institutions of higher education and research in Japan and abroad (after having completed an integrated education from undergraduate to graduate schools, such as the School of Education followed by the University’s Graduate School of Human and Environmental Studies).
2
Professionals and leaders involved in practical activities in education and welfare at various educational and welfare organizations (after having completed their undergraduate and graduate education).
3
Professional researchers engaged in practical human resource development and capacity building, or practical activities in the field of education and psychology in governments and private companies.
4
Experts and leaders involved in educational and welfare volunteer activities in local and international communities.
5
Experts and leaders involved in professional activities such as psychological counselors engaged in psychological consultation and care.

2.Education Program

 The School of Education aims to provide an education in comprehensive human sciences with a focus on human development and growth, founded in Pedagogy and Educational Psychology. The program takes a comprehensive approach to the study of these fields, deepening expertise as the academic year progresses. It is broadly divided into Educational Psychology and Pedagogy, with the International Education and Culture Course and the Education and Social Planning Course offered under Pedagogy, and the Human Behavior Course and the Clinical Psychology Course offered under Educational Psychology.
Please refer to pages 8–11 for details about each course.

Academic Guidance System

There are various types of classes, including lectures, seminars, experiments, and surveys. Some seminars involve reading Japanese as well as foreign literature, selecting one research theme and having all participants of the seminar investigate it together. By the end of the first semester of the third year, students select a faculty advisor and join their laboratory. Students will learn the basics of their field of specialization under the guidance of the faculty advisor, and find their own research topic. They will then conduct a series of surveys and experiments, and write their graduation thesis.

Curriculum policy

The School’s curriculum aims to focus on specific areas of education and educational psychology covering a wide range of knowledge and academic fields from basic to specialized levels. Students will learn the fundamentals of pedagogy and educational psychology in the first year, specializing further as the academic year progresses. They will also be instructed in comprehensive human sciences with a focus on human development and growth, and benefit from the advantages of education in small groups—one of the major strengths of this School—while striving to integrate the two fields of pedagogy and educational psychology in their specialized fields. The specializations are organized according to their respective departments and courses, the contents and evaluation criteria of which are clearly stated in the syllabus. In addition to theoretical learning, the specialization stage also consists of seminars, fieldwork, experiments, and practical training in research methods and skills so that students can learn independently and practically while maintaining close contact with society.

Diploma Policy

The School of Education is designed to provide students with a broad perspective and basic knowledge of both education and psychology, as well as theoretical and practical expertise. As such, students are provided with (1) knowledge and skills as practitioners or experts in each specialized area of education and psychology (that is, fostering the ability to analyze, explore, and solve problems in each field); and (2) basic knowledge and skills to become researchers in each specialized area of education and psychology (that is, fostering the ability to conduct surveys and research related to discussions, presentations, reading foreign language papers, and writing academic papers).

Learning Objectives
A. Active Learning / Teamwork
  • A-1 (Proactive Learning)
    Be able to identify problems independently, scrutinize and examine them creatively and critically, informed by deep expertise and a wide-ranging liberal arts education.
  • A-2 (Language/Collaboration)
    Be able to interact with the world at large, exchange diverse knowledge, and work with others to solve problems with the ability to express oneself in writing, make presentations, and hold discussions.
  • A-3 Continue to learn and update their own knowledge and skills in response to advances in society and technology.
B. Know/ Understand (Acquisition of knowledge and understanding)
  • B-1 Be able to understand and explain basic knowledge about the important issues of modern society such as human formation, development, and growth, and about the exploration by the methods of natural science, social science, and humanities.
  • B-2 Be able to understand and explain human behavior, social situations, mental functioning, psychological adaptation and developmental support in light of basic psychological theories.
  • B-3 Be able to explain regarding the practices and theories such as educational systems, developing systems and reforming plans with acquiring basic knowledge of research approaches to various social and cultural issues that support them.
  • B-4 Be able to understand and explain the basic methodologies for fundamental clarification of educational issues in the contemporary world, historical and social backgrounds, conditions, and situations of education and learning.
C-1. Apply/ Analyze (Application of knowledge and understanding)
  • C-1-1 Be able to utilize and synthesize methodologies in approaches of the natural and social sciences and humanities to education, people, psychology, society, and culture.
  • C-1-2 Be able to elucidate social issues surrounding education and psychology, and be able to take a research approach to the process of planning, implementation, and evaluation.
  • C-1-3 Be able to possess professional skills such as survey analysis that can extract aspects of human behavior and society, master basic concepts in experiments, surveys, and clinical practice, and utilize knowledge and skills to analyze data appropriately.
  • C-1-4 Be able to understand and interpret different educational and cultural events from multiple perspectives and be able to reflect on and explore social institutions such as schools, and the underlying systems such as practices, culture and thoughts.
C-2. Evaluate/ Create (Generating new knowledge)
  • C-2-1 Based on the knowledge and theories of pedagogy and psychology, be able to ask questions, find problems on their own, and plan measures to solve them by using the ability to comprehend information in an integrated manner, critical thinking skills, and logical thinking skills.
  • C-2-2 Considering about the relationship between society and the knowledge which gained from research based on experiments and surveys, and deriving knowledge about developing techniques or processes for new education and aid, based on a deeper understanding of education and psychology.
  • C-2-3 Be able to explore solutions in the practical field of education and psychology by accuiring a flexible perspective that relativizes the values and systems of you own community, and by having the creativity to find issues in the midst of diverse and complex values.
D. Practice (Application of knowledge and abilities in practical situations)
  • D-1 Be able to develop an awareness of issues regarding education and psychology, and that can link to practical recommendations through choosing way to an approach, exploring and considering by your own, and by presentations or papers.
  • D-2 Be able to have empathetic attitudes and skills toward others, as well as expressive and communicative abilities, and be able to work together to solve problems.
  • D-3 Be able to return the acquired knowledge to society, and have responsibility and sense of ethics toward society by that knowledge.

3.Admission Policy

Ideal students (Abilities, Aptitude, etc.)

The School of Education is a place to study comprehensive human sciences with a focus on human development and growth. Possessing a high level of interest in human beings is an important requirement.
After enrollment, students will continue to study social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences related to human beings. In this light, the following is expected of students.

1
Being interested in and willing to think scientifically about human education and growth from an academic perspective.
2
Being able to discuss and consider issues from various perspectives (views, ideas, and values) and points of view (cross-cultural and international viewpoints).
3
Possessing sufficient basic academic ability, even after enrollment, and being able to work steadily on acquiring specialized knowledge and skills.
4
Having the ability to deepen their knowledge, broaden their perspectives, and build their own ideas and arguments based on facts, summarize them, and present them continuously.

Basic Policy for Selection of Students (Admission Requirements, Selection Methods, Selection Criteria, etc.)

Selection will be made after confirming that students meet the aforementioned requirements.

1General Entrance Examination

The General Entrance Examinations place importance on overall academic ability in all major high school subjects. The selection of applicants is based on the results of the Common Test for University Admissions and the Individual Achievement Test (Japanese, mathematics, and foreign languages) in the first semester, as well as students’ academic record. The School of Education does not conduct an Achievement Test in the second semester. The point-allotment for the Common Test of University Admissions and the School of Education Individual Achievement Test are as follows.

  Japanese Geography,
History and Civics
Mathematics Science Foreign Languages Interview Total
Common Test for
University Admissions
100 100 100 50 100 450
First Semester 200 200 200 600
Total 300 100 300 50 200 1050

(Source: “Admission Overview” published by Kyushu University’s Academic Affairs Department, 2019 Edition)

1Comprehensive Selection (Former AO Entrance Examination)

In Comprehensive Selection (formerly known as AO Entrance Examination), students will be exempted from taking the Common Test for University Admissions, and will be selected through a first and second round of selection. In the first round, applicants will be selected based on the comprehensive evaluation of (1) an essay test and (2) a submitted school report or documents in lieu of a school report. In the second round, applicants who pass the first round will be required to give a presentation on a designated topic, and have an interview based on the presentation. The designated topic will be assigned on the day of the examination.
The examination will focus on the applicant’s fundamental academic skills, the ability to set tasks independently, their interest in various events, and the ability to construct clear arguments and actively communicate them with others.
The application period is approximately a week long and takes place in late September; the first round of selection takes place in October and the second in December.

1International Entrance Examinations

The International Entrance Examination emphasizes the ability to understand diverse societies and cultures from multiple perspectives and favors students that have a strong interest in interacting with people from different cultures.
High school students from Japan and overseas, returnee students, and privately financed international students will be surveyed based on their school record, academic transcripts (for returnee students and privately financed international students), language proficiency certification for Japanese (for privately financed international students), essays, presentations, and interviews.
For more information about the entrance examinations, please contact the Admissions Office.

744 Motooka Nishi-ku Fukuoka 819-0395 (Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays)

* As a general rule, telephone enquiries should be made by the applicant yourself.