OCHANOMIZU UNIVERSITY

UNIVERSITY GUIDE 2016

Contents
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Mission2

A Message from the President
University Overview

3

Educational Characteristics

3

Educational Environment

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History4

Academic Calendar 2016

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Data & Stats

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Faculties / School Overview
Undergraduate Faculties

7

Letters and Education

11

Science13

Human Life and Environmental Sciences
Graduate School

15

Graduate School of Humanities and Sciences

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Comparative Studies of Societies and Cultures

16

Human Developmental Sciences

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Gender and Social Sciences / Interdisciplinary Gender Studies

17Life Sciences

18

Advanced Sciences

18

Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering
International Exchange

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Incoming Program

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Ochanomizu University Summer Program

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Partner Universities

22

Voices of Incoming International Students

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Voices of Outgoing Ochanomizu Students

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Centers

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Science and Technology for Global Leaders special course

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Library

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Campus Map

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Mission“Ochanomizu University will support all women, regardless of age or nationality, in protecting their individual dignity and rights,
freely developing their unique qualities and capabilities, and pursuing personal learning so as to satisfy their intellectual appetites.”
As a pioneer of women’s education in Japan, Ochanomizu University offers programs that will develop women capable of being
opinion leaders in politics, economics, academia, culture, and other fields on the international stage.
These programs—that of the “21st century Ochanomizu University model”—focus on three areas:
1. Development of higher education for women into the future
2. Centralization of research and 21st century liberal arts education
3. Social contribution and international exchange
Cutting-edge research and development based on new ways of thinking is a unique feature of research at Ochanomizu University.

A Message from the President
Ochanomizu University—established in 1875 asactivities that advance the growth and development of theJapan’s first institution of higher education exclusively

qualifications and ability of women of all nationalities

for women—will celebrate the 140th anniversary of its

and ages—including those in developing nations who arefoundation this year. Over the decades we have excelledunable to pursue education even if they desire it.

as a true pioneer in women’s education, perennially

Next we established unique educational programs in theblazing new paths for women with the desire to learn

fields of liberal arts, global education and leadership toand be of service to society. Large numbers of ourprovide a place where young women can polish their skills

graduates have gone on to make outstanding contributions

and learn what they must do for the world and people.

in academic research, education, industrial endeavor,

Through these educational programs, we would like ourgovernment service, the media and various other fields,

students to aim for the following:steadily building the cornerstone for further success by(1) Be aware of the complex and varied problems thatwomen in Japan.
Currently our university is answering the demands ofsociety by cultivating women with broad perspectives andsociety faces, and use their specialized knowledge
to develop methods to investigate and solve those
problems.

rich sensitivities who will play a key role in the future of(2) Develop deep mutual understanding with people ofJapan and the rest of the world. In 2004, when Japan’s

different values and thought processes, and learn fromnational universities were assigned corporate status,

people from different backgrounds as a means to grow

Ochanomizu University announced a new school motto:“A place where all women who are motivated to learn canrealize their earnest dreams.”
To realize this goal of providing support for womenas a person.
(3) Develop integrated and practical wisdom to cooperatewith people of the world—always keeping considerationfor others in mind—to lead society into a new era.

around the world so they can realize their dreams, weOchanomizu University will fulfill our role as an

shifted toward global women’s education with theinstitute of higher education so everyone can realize theirdetermination to be an educational institute that fosters

dreams and create a fruitful future for years to come. Oura deep mutual understanding with people of different

wish is that our students will succeed in inspiring courage

cultures, values and thought, and where everyone canand hope for the future from the people around them andlearn from each other and grow as a person. We initiatedin society as a whole.

2015
Kimiko Murofushi, Ph.D.
President, Ochanomizu University

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University Overview
Educational Characteristics
Tokyo Women’s Normal School—the precursor of Ochanomizu

education curriculum in particular, the intellectual capacity that

University—was founded on November 29, 1875 as Japan’s firsteach student aims for is cultivated through small seminars, labs

institution of higher education for women. On that occasion,and practical training. In addition, students may combine different

special funding for the school’s launch was presented as anprograms that fit their objectives with the main program of their

Imperial gift from Empress Shoken, the wife of Emperor Meiji

department.

and a figure renowned for her profound interest in and advocacy ofwomen’s education.

Another pivotal focus of the university’s educational platform
is “leader education” firmly grounded in the current trend toward

The university—which has undergone many changes in its

globalization. In the quest to foster international caliber knowledge

history, from the Tokyo Women’s Normal School to Tokyoand abilities, we make keen efforts to instill superior language

Women’s Higher Normal School and finally Ochanomizu

skills and cultural literacy applicable on the global front, in tandem

University—continues to be the premier institute for higher

with the development and practical application of educational

education for talented women with high aspirations, regardless of

research keyed to the lifestyles of modern women.

the situation of the era.

True to our mission statement to excel as “a place where all

The most distinguishing feature of the educational programs

women who are motivated to learn can realize their earnest

Ochanomizu University offers is the adoption of highly advanced

dreams,” Ochanomizu University will continue to fulfill our role

curriculums taught in small class units. In the specialized

as an institution of higher education.

Educational Environment
Ochanomizu University is located in the heart of Japan’s capital,
Tokyo. The campus consists of the undergraduate academic

History
1875

Tokyo Women’s Normal School, Japan’s first instituteof higher education for women and the predecessor of
Ochanomizu University, opens in Ochanomizu, Tokyo1879

The school produces its first graduating class of 15 students

1923

School buildings are destroyed by fire during the Great Kanto
Earthquake

1932

The school moves into new buildings at the present location(Otsuka, Bunkyo-ku)

1949

Ochanomizu University is established as a women’s university
with a Faculty of Letters, a Faculty of Science and Home
Economics

1963

Graduate School of Home Economics (master’s program) is
established

1976

Graduate School of Humanities and Science (doctoral
program) is establisheddepartments, graduate schools, research center wings and allother core university functions along with the affiliated nursery,
elementary, junior and senior high schools.
The campus, richly landscaped in the flowers and greenery of
all seasons, furnishes a truly outstanding environment known for
its tranquility. The surrounding areas are also home to various
national and private universities, educational and research facilities
and cultural centers, making the neighborhood particularly well
suited to educational pursuits and research.
The university also devotes major energy in providing a superior
lifestyle environment. This includes three dormitories with over
five hundred students enjoying their college life.

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Academic Calendar 2016
April

<First Semester> Entrance Ceremony
Incoming Exchange Students Arrival Orientation for International Students
Scholarship Registration for Private Regular Students Period

May

Homecoming Day (every other year)

June<Second Semester>

July

Intearnational Festival Night Open Campus Summer Vacation (Jul - Sep)
Summer Program in English Summer Program in JapaneseOverseas Language Training Program

AugustSeptember<Third Semester>
Outgoing Exchange Students Departure

October

Incoming Exchange Students Arrival Orientation for International Students
Scholarship Registration for Private Regular Students Period

November<Fourth Semester>International Exchange Study Trip
Foundation Day (Nov 29)

December

Winter Vacation

Kiin Festival (Campus Festival)

January
February

Spring Vacation
Overseas Language Program

March

Graduation Ceremony

Data & Stats
Student Numbers 2015
Number of Students
Letters and Education
Science
Human Life and Environmental Sciences
Undergraduate subtotal
Master’s Program
Doctoral Program
Graduate subtotal
Total

932
562
571
2,065
495
382
877
2,942

Incoming Degree Students
9
4
3
16
74
63
137
153

Faculty Numbers 2015
Total
Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors

Female Faculty
100
56
14
17

%
31
28
14
12

Fees 2015
Undergraduate Students
Graduate Students
Research Students

31%
50%
100%
70.5%
(yen)

Application fee
17,00030,0009,800

Admission fee
282,000
282,000
84,600Tuition fee
535,800/year
535,800/year
173,400/semester*Exchange students from partner universities are exempted from the above fees.

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Faculties/School Overview
Undergraduate Faculties 2,060 (18) Numbers of students (incoming international degree students)
Letters and Education 927 (11)Liberal Arts and Humanities

251 (1)

Philosophy, Ethics, and Art History
Comparative History
Geography

Languages and Culture

327 (7)

Japanese Language and Literature
Chinese Language and Culture
English Language and Culture
French Language and Culture

Human and Social Sciences

188 (3)Sociology
Educational Sciences
Psychology

Performing Arts

116 (0)Dance and Dance Education
Music Expression

Global Studies for Intercultural Cooperation

Science 556 (4)Human Life and Environmental Sciences 577 (2)Mathematics

88 (0)

Physics

93 (1)

Chemistry

96 (2)

Biology111 (1)

Information Sciences

168 (0)

Nutrition and Food Science

157 (0)

Human-Environmental Sciences

107 (0)

Human Life Studies

313 (2)Developmental Clinical Psychology
Social Sciences and Family Studies
Cultural Historical Studies

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indicates related Faculty (Letters and Education,

Science,

Human Life and Environmental Sciences)

Graduate School 895 (130) Numbers of students (incoming international degree students)
Humanities and Sciences
Master’s Program

Comparative Studies of Societies and Cultures

Doctoral Program

117 (31)

Japanese Language and Literature
Applied Japanese Linguistics
English and French Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Asian Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Dance
Music
Philosophy
History and Art History
Cultural and Historical Studies

Human Developmental Sciences

Comparative Studies of Societies and Cultures
Japanese Studies in a Global Perspective
Language, Literature, and Culture
Comparative Social Studies
Arts and Representational Studies

87 (16)

Human Developmental Sciences

Educational Science

Educational Science

Psychology

Psychology

Developmental and Clinical Psychology

Developmental and Clinical Psychology

Child Studies

Child Studies

Applied Sociology

Sociology and Social Policies

Gender and Social Sciences

163 (42)39 (14)Social and Family Policies

99 (14)

Interdisciplinary Gender Studies

30 (7)

Interdisciplinary Gender Studies

Geography and Environmental Studies
Gender and Development Studies

Life Sciences

101 (2)

Life Sciences

Human-Environmental Sciences

Human-Environmental Sciences

Food and Nutritional Sciences

Food and Nutritional Sciences

Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences

Genetic Counseling

Genetic Counseling61 (1)

Disease Prevention Sciences

Advanced Sciences

147 (1)

Advanced Sciences

Mathematics

Mathematics

Physics

Physics

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Chemistry and Biochemistry

Computer Science

Computer Science

Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering

51 (2)

Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering

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Faculty of

Letters and Education

http://www.li.ocha.ac.jp/

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D E PA R T M E N T

Languages and Culture
There are four courses in the Languages and Culture Department for learning the Japanese, Chinese, English, and Frenchlanguages as well as the culture of the societies speaking those respective languages. Students (1) steadily enhancetheir command of the relevant languages while (2) training their ability to comprehend and process written materials,
and while doing so (3) acquire basic knowledge, and furthermore become exposed to the latest research on language
culture by way of the language of their studies, and (4) accumulate specialist knowledge. Classes are small in size, andstudents learn in depth about the language and culture while developing their capacity to think, communicate and express
themselves, becoming able to think deeply and communicate their thoughts.

Japanese Language and Literature

English Language and Culture

The Japanese language is the basis of the Japanese people’s

As a language that is widely understood around the world,thoughts and expression; classical and modern Japanese literature

English has become entrusted with the very future of growing

are the essence of Japanese culture. The course revisits the origins

internationalization. The course offers insight into the linguisticof this language and literature in classics and works up to modern

characteristics of English and the nature of its use and study. At

works to offer a comprehensive view of the country’s cultural

the same time, it provides an opportunity to learn the multitude ofissues. The course is a compass that takes students on a journey ofliterary and cultural representation of the language as an expression

unraveling mysteries, and enables them to form a clear picture ofof the thoughts, emotions, and imagination of native speakers.

the intrinsic nature and current state of Japanese culture.

French Language and Culture

Chinese Language and Culture

The course aims to equip students with the following kinds ofChinese is one of the most important languages in today’s

abilities and knowledge—that is, to acquire specialized knowledge

international community. There are many faces of China. The

and proficiency in the French language; gain a deep understanding

China that is rapidly growing as a global presence both politicallyof the linguistic cultures that are based on the French language andand economically, albeit with many internal contradictions. The

the social circumstances of French-speaking societies; and extend

China that has 3,000 years of literary history. The China whose

their view to German- and other European language-speaking

network of people is expanding worldwide. The course delves into

cultures, or French speaking cultures around the world, and develop

the riches of Chinese culture from a variety of angles through the

an interest in interaction with other cultures.

Chinese language.

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Liberal Arts and Humanities
Philosophy, Ethics, and Art History
Each of these fields extends beyond the confines of the conventional framework of studies
to connect directly with a variety of issues that we face today. The Eastern and Western
philosophies and art history covered in this course cultivate the fundamental capabilities
essential to living in society: the ability to feel, think, make appropriate judgments,
communicate in a flexible manner, and accurately comprehend the visual information thatsurrounds us everyday.

Comparative History

Geography

The course focuses on three major areas—Japanese history, Asian

Knowing where we are in the world inspires curiosity about that

history, and Western history—with an aim to foster specialized

place. Thence our interest grows into a desire to discover theknowledge about each area while also making various comparisonscharacter of the natural and social environments of which we

across regions and time periods to explore the world of history

are a part, how those environments have been formed, and what

vertically, horizontally, and even diagonally. The course also

principles shape them. The course approaches all this from thefocuses on collaboration with related fields such as geography,

standpoints of both physical and human geography to foster thearchaeology, cultural anthropology, and literature to encourage

intellectual ability to live in the real world.

students to pursue a new view of world history.

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Human and Social Sciences
Educational Sciences

Sociology

What qualities make us human? The development of humans can

The course provides excellent opportunities for developing

only be understood outside the confines of a single discipline,

research initiatives on the social aspects of human consciousness,by combining the fruits and methods of all areas of science. The

and social structure and its transformation. We offer programs

course aims to be an integrated field of human science that takes

across many fields including social theory, gender, media,

both a theoretical and a practical approach to the process of humanculture, aging society, social policy, social welfare, sexualities,

emergence and development—the ultimate mystery of mankind.

criminology and research methods. These programs reflect theIt utilizes a variety of research methods to tackle the process ofintellectual backgrounds of our staff members and can prepare ourhuman emergence and provide insight into the mystery of humanstudents for good careers across many professions. The sociology

development.

course is committed to the pursuit of academic excellence and tofostering imaginative approaches to sociology.

Psychology
The field of psychology strives to understand mechanisms andfunctions of the psychological processes of human beings,
using empirical methodologies to observe and analyze humanbehaviors. Our curriculum enables students to gain a wide range ofknowledge in psychology and research skills required in the field,
as well as a deep understanding and a scientific view of humanbehaviors and the abilities to approach a variety of issues in atheoretical and analytical manner.

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Performing Arts
Dance and Dance Education
The course takes a multifaceted and comprehensive approachin pursuing the meaning and nature of human physical activity
and expression, incorporating actual practice from sports to daily
actions with a focus on dance. Of Japan’s four-year national
universities, Ochanomizu is the only one with a specialized major
course titled “Dance.” Because this is a field with such a shorthistory, students of the course have the chance of pioneering new
performances and areas of scholarship.

Music Expression
The study of music is not merely about acquiring performancetechniques and theoretical knowledge. To gain a deep
understanding of music, it is crucial to apprehend the richnessof human behavior that produces it. The course provides a rareopportunity in Japan to engage in the specialized study of musicat a university. It emphasizes academic research and actual
performance of music in the context of its relationship to a variety
of other research fields such as the humanities and the social andnatural sciences to offer insight into the music of today from a
cutting-edge perspective.

Global Studies for Intercultural Cooperation
A flood of cross-border items and information exist
in our daily lives, and we frequently see people fromoverseas countries walking in the streets. What types ofknowledge, sensibilities, and attitudes are we required tocultivate in this era of globalization? Global Studies forIntercultural Cooperation is an interdisciplinary programthat undergraduate students in any of the three departments(Languages and Culture; Liberal Arts and Humanities; andHuman and Social Sciences) can take from their second
year. The program, composed of area studies, multi-culturalcommunication, and international cooperation, focuseson the three Cs (Comprehension, Communication, and Collaboration) as keywords with which to think about and act toward thefuture of the era of globalization. Based on fieldwork together with participatory discussions, the program provides a new space ofknowledge and practice, where students and faculty join hands to discover answers.

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Science

http://www.sci.ocha.ac.jp

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Mathematics
The Mathematics Department aims to develop human resources that willproactively contribute to society, such as teachers who can build their own
curriculum, creative professionals with specialized skills, and researchers
who engage in basic research. It strives to provide fundamental education incontemporary mathematics and lay the groundwork for independent studies, as
an advanced professionals or researchers, for women who aspire to study andresearch mathematics, or produce and send into society capable individuals withan understanding of mathematical theory and philosophy acquired through thestudy and research of various subjects and mathematics in particular.
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Physics
The Physics Department conducts consistent education and research in a wide
range of fields, from fundamental physics to applied physics, with an aim tofoster in students the ability to engage in study of physical phenomena fromboth theoretical and experimental standpoints, and together with the faculty,
cultivate new areas of physics. This involves not only developing the ability toperform physics research but also building the ability to take a reductive andmultidimensional approach to problems encountered in a variety of contexts andto resolve those problems.

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Chemistry
Chemistry is a field of study that investigates the combinations of atoms
and molecules that make up substances, and the changes that occur inthose combinations, and systematizes the knowledge acquired from thoseinvestigations. Chemistry is closely connected not only to fundamental sciencessuch as physics and biology but also to applied fields such as industrial chemistry,
agricultural chemistry, pharmacology, and medical science, its outcomes leading
to the development of cutting-edge technologies. The Chemistry Department
incorporates a balance of both fundamental and applied aspects in its education
and research.
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Biology
Biological sciences have progressed dramatically in the last couple of decades
along with advances in molecular and genome biology. We now understandlife—formerly considered mysterious—in a systematic manner based onmolecules. The scope of study is now expanding to the information flow inbiological systems and interactions between life and environments. The Biology
Department conducts this diverse research in collaboration with other disciplines
such as computer science, physics and chemistry.

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Information Sciences
Information technology developed during the 20th century on the basis ofcomputers. Today, it affects our daily life in significant ways and can be found,for example, as part of mobile phones and home electronics. Information sciences
are also capturing great attention for their ability to analyze and forecast themechanisms of nature, life, languages, and the economy.
The faculty members of the Department of Information Sciences, who are leadersin their varied fields of specialty, provide students with wide-ranging education—from theories to practice. Information sciences distinctive of a women’s university
are unfolded here from unique standpoints that are closely connected to daily life.
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Faculty of

Human Life andEnvironmental Sciences

http://www.hles.ocha.ac.jp/

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Nutrition and Food Science
Food is a vital element of daily life that has a variety of aspects such as
flavor, nutrition, health, cookery, processing, storage, and safety. All areasof research regarding food are important, and will continue increasing inimportance. The Department of Nutrition and Food Science aims to offer
a comprehensive view of the diverse fields related to food, and to equip
students with specialized knowledge and practical skills required to promote
the healthy and enjoyable dietary life of the people.

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Human-Environmental Sciences
The Department of Human-Environmental Sciences approaches such familiar issues as clothing, drinking water,
architecture, and medical welfare from the standpoint of science and engineering with an aim to discover ways to resolve
problems. Amid expectations to return to society the outcomes of research into scientific technology, the department
fulfills a pioneering role by focusing on themes related to lifestyle and environment. Students in the department will
study practical applications of scientific technology, timely initiatives toward issues in lifestyle-related fields, andapplications in and evaluations from society regarding the outcomes of research.
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Human Life Studies
The Department of Human Life Studies consists of the three following
divisions. Students will select one of three major programs offered by eachdivision prior to entering the second year. First-year students will takedivisional, fundamental and introductory courses along with liberal arts
classes in order to gain experience in addressing issues from a broad andmultidimensional perspective.

Cultural Historical Studies
The Division takes an interdisciplinary approach to inquire into the various cultural phenomena surrounding daily life. While this could
encompass a vast range of subjects, the division focuses on looking at the culture of “objects” in daily life from a historical and contemporary
perspective. That is, it takes the elements that shape our lives such as dress, dwellings, crafts, and design, examines them from multiple
angles using the methods of comparative culture, folklore, history, and art, and aims to create new cultural theories.

Developmental Clinical Psychology

Social Sciences and Family Studies

The Division offers classes in developmental psychology, clinical

Multiple problems surround us, such as increases in irregularpsychology, early childhood care and education, child studies,

employment, poor labor conditions, medical and care-giving

and child sociology as well as related methodologies. Students

systems in societies with a low birthrate and an aging population,

will learn the basic research methods of psychology such as

discrimination, inequality, poverty, domestic violence, child abuse,

experiments, observation, interviews, psychological testing andand the challenge of balancing home and work life. The Division

questionnaires and also develop the competence to communicate

approaches these social issues from the standpoint of ordinary people

with and understand children in a manner appropriate to child careand the quality of everyday life, and analyzes them using legal,through practicum at the kindergarten and nursery school adjunctpolitical, economic, and sociological methods as well as through theto the university.

framework of gender research to develop ways to resolve these issues.
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Graduate School of

Humanities and Sciences

http://www.dc.ocha.ac.jp/

DIVISION

Comparative Studies of Societies and Cultures
Comparative Studies of Societies and Cultures adopts a uniform educational system throughout its master’s and doctoral
programs to develop women with the ability and motivation to explore new horizons of knowledge in the humanities and social
sciences, and contribute to the resolution of global issues in the 21st century. The programs aim to foster young researchers
who will assume leading roles in academic research, and fully utilize their advanced knowledge and expertise in society.
The programs also focus on overseas internships so as to cultivate in students an international perspective and the ability tocommunicate on a global level.

1 Master’s program
Language and culture
Japanese Language and Literature
Applied Japanese Linguistics
English and French Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Asian Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Artistic expression
Dance
Music

Socio-culture
Philosophy
History and Art History
Cultural and Historical Studies

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2 Doctoral program
Japanese Studies in a Global Perspective
Language, Literature, and Culture
Comparative Social Studies
Arts and Representational Studies

DIVISION

Human Developmental Sciences
Human Developmental Sciences offers diverse courses in its master’s and doctoral programs that take an academic,interdisciplinary, and applicative approach to the study of humans and their development as social and individual beings. The
programs aim to foster leading women researchers and professionals.

Child Studies

Educational Science
Students will conduct research on education through various
approaches, learning about a wide range of phenomena ineducation from early childhood to adulthood, in Japan and abroad,both past and present.

Psychology
With guidance from faculty members specializing in cognition,
development, education, society, personality, and clinical issues,
students will conduct in-depth research in each field and acquire awide range of advanced research methodologies and knowledge.
Students will also study cutting-edge psychological research(neurophysiology, cross-national research, media psychology,
health psychology, and developmental psychopathology).

With guidance from faculty members who research child studies
in such borderline fields as developmental psychology, sociologyof education, early childhood care and education, and praxeology,
students will pursue research-oriented studies that emphasize athematic focus and the review process of research methodology.

Applied Sociology/Sociology and Social Policies
Students will use the methodologies of the social sciences,
centering on sociology, to analyze various issues of contemporarysociety (communication, media, gender, power, discrimination,community, family, welfare, medical care, conflict, crime, etc.),
and will explore their solutions.

Developmental and Clinical Psychology
Students will receive training from both clinical and researchstandpoints from faculty members with clinical experience inhospitals, schools, and legal and industrial institutions.

DIVISION

Gender and Social Sciences / Interdisciplinary Gender Studies
The program will expose students to the gender analysis of various issues across traditional disciplines. One of the aims of the
program is to build the ability to analyze various phenomena concerning humans, nature, society and culture from a gender
perspective that is interdisciplinary, multifaceted, and global. Another aim of the program is to train students to play activeroles in building gender-equal societies, and contribute to both international activities in the globalizing world and grass-roots
activities in local communities. Crossing over the academic fields of social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences andpioneering new structures of knowledge, the program provides a place of learning as well as a hub for the establishment anddevelopment of gender research.

1 Master’s program

Gender and Development Studies

Social and Family Policies

Students will analyze social issues such as low birthrates, aging
populations, women and work, the diversification of family life,
and other lifestyle-related issues using methodologies of the social
sciences including legal studies, political sciences, sociology, andeconomics.

Geography and Environmental Studies

Students are expected to research a broad range of issues acrossdisciplines such as women in the globalizing world, genderand development (GAD), history and theories of feminism andsexuality, and policies and institutions concerning gender invarious countries.

2 Doctoral program

Interdisciplinary Gender Studies

Students are expected to research various issues relating to space,
place, region and environment in a globalizing world utilizing both
qualitative and quantitative methods such as fieldwork, GIS or
statistical analysis.

Students are expected to develop an original research study froma gender perspective, regarding the history and theories of gender,
domestic and international issues, and empirical or normative
policy issues related to gender.

indicates related Faculty (Letters and Education,

Science,

Human Life and Environmental Sciences)
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DIVISION

Life Sciences
Under the main theme of “life and lifestyle,” students in the Division of Life Sciences research various fields related to themany meanings of the word “life.” Students pursue knowledge of the environments and lifestyles that humanity encounters
within both fundamental and advanced fields—such as life science, environment, nutrition, genetics and diseases—byorganically combining the academic disciplines of science, engineering and human life sciences. In the master’s program,students obtain the fundamental knowledge and skills required to excel in corporations, educational and research institutions,and health and medical institutions. Students in the doctoral program obtain their degree and the necessary skills needed to
become leaders in life science fields.

Biological Sciences
The Biological Sciences program conducts research on organisms
from the standpoint of both universality and diversity and offers
students an understanding of the various structures and functions oforganisms living in a dynamic environment. The research covers awide range of targets including genes, genomes, biomolecules, cells
and individual organisms.

Human-Environmental Sciences
The Human-Environmental Sciences program focuses on human
lifestyles in approaching various issues related to the environment
from the standpoint of science. Areas of research include the proposal
and planning of urban and housing design; engineering analysis ofhuman neurological and physiological functions; design of ergonomic
devices; development of deodorant and super-absorbent materials;
disinfectant and other technologies to remove harmful substances
for a safe and pleasant water environment; and analysis of human
evolution, mutation, and adaptation with a focus on the physical body.

Food and Nutritional Science
The Food and Nutritional Sciences program addresses various issues
related to food and health. Its research subjects include molecules,
genes, cell, animals, and humans. Through basic and appliedresearch, we provide scientific evidence to solve these problems. The

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department aims to develop food specialists and nutrition experts,
who will work in academic institutes, food companies, and clinicaland community settings as leaders among registered dietitians.

Genetic Counseling
Genetic counseling is a practical medical service that supports
clients to gain a deeper understanding of their disease or conditionin which genes and the mechanisms of heredity play a part, so thatthey can make decisions or accept their circumstances. Genetic
counselors provide up-to-date, accurate information and psychosocial
support applying counseling techniques. The course specializes
in developing board-certified genetic counselors who will pursue
careers in healthcare, corporate, and policy-making organizations. It
has also begun research toward gathering evidence related to genetic
counseling studies.

Disease Prevention Sciences (Doctoral program only)
Disease prevention science is a promising approach for resolvingsocial issues, such as the accelerated aging of society and theincreasing medical expenses. Based in central Tokyo, the four
institutions of Tokyo Medical and Dental University, Gakushuin
University, Kitasato University and Ochanomizu University combine
their strengths to foster advanced data scientists who can manage andanalyze various information toward disease prevention.

DIVISION

Advanced Sciences
The Division of Advanced Sciences gives students a deeper understanding of the specialized disciplines of mathematics,
physics, chemistry/biochemistry and computer science, and equips them with well-grounded scientific analysis and rational
processing skills based on the basics. Students in the doctoral program will work on a certification for researchers who willinternationally excel in this age of globalism.

Mathematics

Chemistry and BiochemistryThis program offers advanced education and research relating
to the development of mathematical theory in each field of puremathematics—algebra, analysis and geometry. The program enables
the development of interdisciplinary research skills grounded in amathematical perspective, and is focused on cultivating professionals,
teachers, researchers and others possessing advanced mathematicalknowledge and operational skills.

This program focuses on the many types of molecules that form
matter, as well as the molecules related to various life forms, andfocuses on their composition and characteristics, synthesis andreactions, and functions and phenomena. Education and research areconducted from a wide range of perspectives, including materials
science, substance production science, complex systems and life
sciences.

Physics

Computer Science

This program covers fields ranging from theoretical particle physics,
astrophysics, statistical mechanics and theoretical condensed matterphysics to fields of applied science such as applied spectroscopy,
extreme condition experiments, superconductivity and soft matter. It
enables students to develop an intuitive and physical understandingof physics based on the integration of theoretical and practicalperspectives. In addition to improving student research skills into
physics, this program teaches reductionist and pluralistic perspectives,and strives to help students develop their problem-solving skills.

By integrating research in various fields of computer sciences—from the basics to applied computer science—this programillustrates the theories and applications of computer sciences needed
in today’s advanced information society. Research is conducted
on techniques of mathematical science needed in next-generation
computer science, computer science techniques that form the basisof modern information science and its application, and the use andanalysis methods of various information derived from natural and life
phenomena and human life sciences.

DIVISION

Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering*This major offers educational and research opportunities in the interdisciplinary field of lifestyle engineering, focusing on engineeringand product manufacturing for human beings and their lifestyles. This is not about integrating lifestyles into science and technology,
but does require the creation of sciences and technologies adapted to people’s lifestyles. Designed to create the safe and prosperous
lifestyles and social environments of the future, this major cultivates individuals who can solve various lifestyle challenges throughthe adoption of everyday perspectives and the use of engineering techniques.
* A “cooperative major” is a major operated under a joint system of education program. The Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering isdone in partnership with Nara Women’s University, allowing both institutions to take advantage of their mutual education and research resources.

1 Master’s program

Students learn fundamental skills in science and engineering in thebasic courses—which form the basis of human centered engineering—and gain the ethics and knowledge required to become society’s
most valued engineers. In the specialized courses, students engage inproject-based learning activities through courses such as “Sustainable
Design” and “Life-saving Design.” In addition, students participate
in workshops on practical topics offered through the Life Innovation
by Design & Engineering Education (LIDEE) workshop to learn thecreative process behind “human-centered” life innovations, which
focus on human activity and lifestyles. Within the framework of
the international workshop, renowned overseas researchers in fields
related to human centered engineering—such as architecture andenvironmental engineering—are invited for short-term projects to
conduct joint education and research with instructors and students.
Through this program, students will perceive how vital collaboration isin solving lifestyle problems from an engineering perspective.

2 Doctoral program
In the basic courses, students gain the core skills they need to write
their dissertations. They will conduct their studies in a seminar format,
interacting with their primary and secondary academic advisors as they
conduct advanced research in the field of human centered engineering.
In the specialized courses, students take on topics of importanceto their individual research programs by pursuing courses directly
connected with their instructors’ fields of specialization.

indicates related Faculty (Letters and Education,

Science,

Human Life and Environmental Sciences)
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International Exchange
Incoming Program■ Number of Incoming International Students by Country / Region of Origin
As of May 2015, Ochanomizu University has currently 217 international
students with outstanding academic results from 26 countries from aroundthe world, including undergraduate students, exchange students from partner
institutions, and many postgraduate students. Along with a full-fledged support
structure that includes tutor programs, the university aims to provide aninternational campus, holding many exchange events for both Japanese andinternational students to participate in.
Country/Area
China
India
Indonesia
Korea
Laos
Malaysia
Mongolia
Nepal
TaiwanThailand
VietnamAfghanistan
TurkeyEgypt
Croatia
FinlandFranceGermany
Hungary
Italy
PolandRussiaSlovakia
Switzerland
U.K.
Ukraine
Total

DegreeUndergrads.
4
1
5
1

1

1

1

Grads.
84

4

1
14

2

Research Students(Undergrads.)
27

Research Students(Grads.)3

1

1

Non-Degree
Exchange
Exchange(Undergrads.)(Grads.)4

Japanese Studies
Students
1
1
1
1

5

1

1

1
2

1

1
6
4
4
2

3
2
1

1
1

1
1

2
3
1
1

3
1
1

5
1
2
1

1
1
1
1
1
1
2
1

1
1
2

1
1
1

1
1
1

1
1

1
1

9

9

1
2

1

1
1

14

1

2

2
1
1

1

4

124

18

27

0

1
14

1
9

21

0

8

0

Total
123
1
2
26
1
2
1
1
14
8
7
3
2
1
1
1
3
1
1
6
3
4
1
1
2
1
217

5
1
1
4
1
1

6
3
2
1
1
1

1
2
2
4
1
1
1
1
40

*left: Total
right: MEXT scholarship students■ Scholarships■ Residence Halls• Mayako Ikeda Memorial Fund
• Tadashi Ikeda Memorial Fund
• Japanese government scholarships (university recommendation)• JASSO Honors Scholarship for Privately Financed International
Students• Student Exchange Support Program(Scholarship for Short-term Study in Japan)• Private organization-scholarships, etc.

• International Student House: International students as well asJapanese students live in the residence hall. Natural interaction
with students of different nationalities in the course of everyday
life enables students to acquire an international perspective.
• Boarding fee: 4,700 yen/month(Plus a total of approximately 12,000 yen for utilities.)• Period of residence: For international students, the completion
date of the shortest course of study• Koishikawa Residence Hall
• Students Community Commons■ Supports and Events• Tutor system• Social gatherings• International Festival Night• Consultation room
• International Exchange Study Trip etc.

19 Ochanomizu University■ Career/Employment Support
We hold frequent career support events, ranging from the basic ten
employment guidance sessions each year to lectures on how to fillout application forms and practical advice about interviews.
Our current focus is on one-on-one counseling to respond to thediverse career-related aspirations of each student.

Ochanomizu University Summer Program in English
With the goals to educate people who wish to pursue an active career on the international stage, and to promote student interchange,
Ochanomizu University offers an intensive study program in English during the summer, and actively invites students of overseas partner
universities to from multicultural classes with Ochanomizu students.
Period: August 1-8, 2015 (8 days)

Courses (2015)■ Theme I: Contemporary Perspectives on Social Policy, Education, Family and Development
This course, taught by an interdisciplinary team of five professors, will present various perspectives on social policy, education, family law
and child development in contemporary Japan. Each session consists of lectures and discussions. Students are expected to actively participate
in class discussions.
■ Theme II: Time and Forms in Nature
Nature is filled with structurally diverse substances and living creatures, which are altered in a time-dependent manner. The physical natureof form (structure or assembly) and its change are figured out by the sciences, especially mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology andinformation science. The lectures examine and explain the science on time and forms, and are given in English by teaching staff in the
Faculty of Science. Each lecturer will present, in simple terms, the latest areas of interest in their own field of expertise. This will ensure an
overall comprehensive approach.
■ Theme III: Japan in the World, World in Japan:

Transformation of International Linkages
In this globalization age, the ways of international linkages
between Japan and other parts of the world are rapidly changing.
In this theme, students will study the issue of dynamic global
linkages from multiple aspects: linguistics, world history,
international marriages, migrations, China-Japan relationships
and food issues. Through the course, it is discussed what the ideal
ways of future international linkages are, for Japan and the world.
Optional classes: Introduction to Japanese Culture
Seminar 1: Not Only Rice! Diversity in Japanese staple food
[Food culture]
Seminar 2: Enjoy Japanese Language! [Language]
Seminar 3: Ghibli Studio’s Two Different Axis: Why is Ghibli
Studio so important in Japanese Anime? [Subculture/animation]

Ochanomizu University Summer Program in Japanese
Period: July 6-24, 2015 (3 weeks)This is a 3-week program for students who are studying the Japanese language at partner universities. This program aims to improveacademic Japanese skills through comprehensive language classes and “project work.” Students also have opportunities to meet Japanesepeople through various events.

Program■ Japanese language: A well-balanced course that focuses on the four language skills; listening, speaking, reading and writing.
■ Project Work: A framework designed to develop academic language skills. The tasks will include research assignments, written reports
and an oral presentation. All of the projects will consider topics in Japanese society and culture.
■ Afternoons and weekends: Flower arrangement, Kimono wearing and other culture classes and field work.

» Voices from Students
The contents of this program are rewarding. The lessons are
well-structured and are tightly linked with the projects weare doing. After-class activities are fine and allowed us togain substantial understanding of Japanese society. [J]CheckDuring my time in Ochanomizu University, I have learned various
Japanese native expressions which are very useful for my futurestudies, such as the expressions for explaining situations when
you are confused or in a disagreement with others. [J]2015 Summer Program at

http://www.ocha.ac.jp/intl/ocgl/en/others/summerprograms.html
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International Exchange
Partner Universities■ Partner Universities: 65 Universities and Colleges in 23 Countries and Regions
Asia (25 partner universities)

Middle East (1 partner university)

China• Beijing Foreign Studies University (2/1)• Dalian University of Foreign Languages (1/0)• Fudan University (1/0)• Peking University, Department of History (0/0)

Africa (2 partner universities)

Indonesia• Indonesia Institute of the Art Denpasar (0/0)
Korea• Dongduk Women’s University (1/0)• Ewha Womans University (0/5)• Keimyung University (2/0)• Konkuk University (1/1)• Kyungpook National University (1/0)• Pusan National University (0/0)• Sookmyung Women's University (0/0)• The School of Dance, Korea
National University of Arts (0/0)• Korea University (0/0)
Taiwan• Kainan University (0/0)• National Chengchi University (2/0)• National Taiwan University (0/2)• Taipei National University of the Arts (0/0)
Thailand• Asian Institute of Technology (0/0)• Chiang Mai University (0/0)• Prince of Songkla University (0/0)• Thammasat University (0/1)
Vietnam• Hanoi National University of Education (0/0)• Hanoi University (1/0)• Institute of Genome Research, VAST (0/0)

Oceania (3 partner universities)

Australia• Monash University (0/1)• The University of New South Wales (0/3)
New Zealand• University of Otago (0/2)(Incoming exchange students/Outgoing exchange students in 2015)

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Turkey• Ankara University (0/0)

Egypt• Cairo University (0/0)• Mansoura University (0/0)

Europe (27 partner universities)

Austria• Vienna University of Technology (0/1)
Czech Republic• Charles University (0/2)
Finland• Centria University of Applied Sciences (0/2)• University of Tampere (1/2)
France• Blaise Pascal University(Clermont-Ferrand II) (0/2)• École Supérieure de Physique et de Chimie
Industrielles (0/0)• Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (0/0)• Paris Diderot University (Paris 7) (0/3)• The Bordeaux 1 University (0/0)• University of Strasbourg (0/3)
Germany• Bergische University of Wuppertal (0/3)• Hochschule Bremen,
University of Applied Sciences (0/0)• University of Cologne (0/1)

North America (7 partner universities)
USA• Purdue University (0/0)• University of California, Davis (0/0)• University of California, Riverside (0/0)• University of California, San Diego (0/0)• Vassar College (0/1)• Southern Oregon University (0/1)• Albright College (0/0)

Italy• Sapienza University of Rome (2/2)• The International School for Advanced Studies(SISSA) (0/0)• University of Naples – L’Orientale (0/0)• Collegio Nuovo (0/2)
Poland• The University of Warsaw (0/2)
Romania• University of Bucharest (0/0)
Slovakia• Slovak University of Technology (0/1)
Sweden• Linköping University (0/3)
UK• King’s College London (0/0)• The Queen’s College, University of Oxford (0/1)• The School of Oriental and African Studies,
University of London (0/0)• The University of Manchester (0/1)• The University of Hull
Russia• Tomsk State Pedagogical University (0/0)

Voices of Incoming International Students
Although I had been selected for MEXT
(Japanese government scholarship) to
continue my doctoral course at one of theprivate universities of Tokyo, I decided tojoin Ochadai for it. My colleagues havebeen asking me why???
For me, a doctoral course is not only
limited to academic degree. It’s more
about the implementation of theoreticalknowledge for the welfare of society
with the consideration of many macro as
well as micro factors. Indeed, “Ochadai”
became a perfect platform to achieve thatgoal and I am able to meet with worldclass professors and instructors who fully
support my ongoing research and projectwork in Nepal. Moreover, I also got a widerange of opportunity to interact withmany scholars and veterans at national
and international universities, as well asinternational cooperation organizations. “I
am proud to be at Ochadai.”Bajracharya Dinu
Program: Graduate School of Humanities andSciences
Affiliation: Doctoral Student in Human
Developmental Science
Country: Nepal
Period: April 2014–March 2017

Hung Yuh-Chain
Program: Graduate program research student
Affiliation: Master's Student in Gender and Social Sciences
Country: Taiwan
Period: April 2015–March 2016

Being a student again is a second chance
to pursue my passion for academics. In
addition, being a research student at
Ochanomizu University is a wonderful
opportunity to continue my researchin Japan. I’m really happy and lucky tohave great teachers to look up to, as well
as fun and talented classmates to study
with. I also appreciate the staff of theInternational Affairs Division who gave
me a lot of support and opportunity toshare my experience here. If I were to
give advice: take your time to find what
you really want, and use your time wisely,
create a plan and stick to it. And don’t
forget to make good use of the library,which is my favorite place at Ochadai.

Xatgul Mirxat
Program: Graduate School of Humanities and Sciences
Affiliation: Master's Student in Division of Genderand Social Sciences, Department of Geography andEnvironmental Studies
Country: China (Xinjiang University)
Period: April 2014-March 2016

Luyiyun Liang
Program: Undergraduate program
Affiliation: Department of Biological Sciences, Facultyof Science
Country: China
Period: April 2014 – March 2018

If I said that my year at Ochanomizu
University has been one of the best in mylife, it would sound obvious. Actually, it
has been. My experience at Ochanomizu
University has been brilliant. The level ofteaching is up to the highest standards
and the lifestyle is also great. Living in a
wonderful city like Tokyo and studying
in one of the most famous universities
in Tokyo let me know people from allover the world, and feel like I am “oneof them.” Ochanomizu University allows
me to go through something deeper,
discussing thesis and choosing my own
research path. Ochanomizu University
helped me to fulfill one of my career
ambitions, together with a precise andambitious development plan I gained
from my education.

Girls in the department of biology arevery friendly. We always go to the zoo or
aquarium, play Real-life Room Escape in
Shibuya, share snacks at lunchtime andstudy together for exams in the library.
Professors are also very nice and patient.
Because of the small number of students
in class, s tudent s can have de ep er
communication with teachers. When I
was a freshman, I went to Professor Hatta’s
office twice a week for completing reports
for his class, and he always gave me
valuable hints and sometimes cookies. The
environment at Ochanomizu University
is per fect too. I love amazing cherr y
blossoms in April and refined buildings.
The location of the school is convenientto access the main stations in Tokyo suchas Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and Shibuya.

Voices of Outgoing Ochanomizu Students

Yoshiko Tanita
Program: Student Exchange Program
Affiliation: Division of Comparative
Literature and Cultures, Graduate
School of Humanities and Sciences
Period: September 2014–July 2015

The impetus for my decision to study abroad camefrom some advice I received from my academic
advisor when I star ted my doc toral program.
“Considering the future of your research activities,”
my advisor said, “you should think about studying
abroad.”The suggestion came as a surprise. At the time, I had
just gotten married. At first I was really uncertain
about it. As I listened to friends who had studied
abroad tell me about their experiences, however, I
started to give the idea more serious consideration.
I attended a study abroad information session at
Ochanomizu, where I found out that we had a partner
institution that could accommodate my researchneeds, and that I could receive financial support in theform of a scholarship. Boosted by the support of my
instructors and family, I decided to study abroad at
Peking University.
What I learned through my year abroad is thatthe benefits of studying overseas go well beyond
research and language skill development. By living
overseas and interacting with local residents, I wasable to experience local customs and culture, andexperienced life as a series of new discoveries. I built
deeply trustful relationships with Chinese students,
and I have maintained those friendships even after
returning. Today, I continue to think about how I
might use what I gained during my study abroad
experience as I pursue my research activities andlanguage studies.

Tomoko Kawakami
Program: Student Exchange Program,
short-term language studies
Affiliation: Languages and Culture
Department, Faculty of Letters andEducation
Period:July–August 2012
(United Kingdom, language studies)
February–March 2014
(Russia, language studies)
August 2014
(Germany, language studies)
September 2014–January 2015
(United Kingdom, Student Exchange
Program)

I used my summer and spring breaks to participate
in short-term study abroad workshops in the United
Kingdom, Russia and Germany, and learned the
local languages and cultures. I also went on a longterm student exchange program to the Universityof Manchester, where I pursued a more in-depth
program in linguistics—my major field of study.
Ochanomizu University both provided intensive
counseling before I went on my study abroad
programs and directed me to many scholarship
opportunities. As a result, I did not have any emotionalor financial stress about my experiences, and was able
to fully concentrate on my studies. During my timeoverseas, I was able to encourage and support otherfriends studying all over the world, and to receive thesame from them. This mutual support proved very
reassuring.
At the University of Manchester, I volunteered
at a multilingual research institution—a type oforganization common to the UK—and took classes
that allowed me to work on practical skills in linguistic
experiment design and implementation. With these, I
created opportunities to challenge myself.
Even after my study abroad sessions ended, there
were many oppor tunities for me to share myexperiences with others at the university. This helpedme really organize my thoughts around the lessons I
had learned overseas.
My decision to make the most of life as a student by
participating in Ochanomizu’s student exchange
program was the best possible choice I could
have made. It is my heartfelt hope that many more
students will take advantage of the opportunity to
study abroad.

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Centers[arranged by segment and listed alphabetically]

Campus Educational System Reform Division■ Center for Research and Development of Education

Is a campus-wide education and research facility, contributing to theuniversity’s education and research activities.
■ Foreign Language Education Center
Promotes language education in both undergraduate and graduate
courses with the aim of improving students’ language proficiency. It
also administers the Language Study Commons, the Writing Center, and“English Camp” held in Japan.
■ Learning Support Center
Is a campus-wide education and research facility that offers integrated
learning support services to students such as consultation and guidance.
■ Leading Graduate School Promotion Center
Is a special unit funded to serve Japan’s Ministry of Education with thedevelopment and promotion of the government-initiated Program for
Leading Graduate Schools provided with the establishment of the submajor course of Science and Technology for Global Leaders.

International Division■ Global Collaboration Center

Aims to investigate, research, and take action on ways of assistingAfghanistan and other developing countries that face difficult challenges.
■ Global Education Center
Aims to foster global-minded human resources by providing education,
guidance, and advice to international students, promoting various
international exchanges, and dispatching our students abroad.
■ Global Human Resource Development Center
The Global Human Resource Development Center pursues activities basedon the following four core objectives in an effort to cultivate global-minded
human resources. It conducts educational activities to cultivate students’global awareness, promotes programs to increase campus globalization,
provides support to strengthen the dissemination of information inforeign languages, and offers support and advice related to study abroad
opportunities.

Research Advancement Division,
Education and Research Department■ Center for Comparative Japanese Studies

Organizing the Symposium and Consortium, links Japanese studies
conducted around the world and promotes international exchange andcollaborative research.
■ Center for Informational Biology
Performs theoretical study of all fields in biology by observing organisms
from a viewpoint of its component atoms or genes, and by analyzing thedata systematically using theories in computational science.
■ Center for Simulation Sciences
Forms research sites that integrate the humanities and sciences, andcollects, shares and analyzes a range of simulation methods.
■ Center for Soft Matter Physics
Encourages collaborative research and welcomes young researchers suchas postdoctoral fellows and graduate students who have work experiencesat companies.
■ Education & Research Center■ Glycoscience InstituteIs based on the results of glycan research accumulated by our University
over 60 years, and promotes the research of glycoscience and the multifaceted education of students.
■ Institute of Environmental Science for Human Life
Investigating and educating the fields related to food and nutritional
sciences including food education from the point of view of foodenvironment to improve the quality of our life.

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Research Advancement Division, Infrastructure Department■ The Instrumental Analysis Center

Aims to provide researchers and students with a wide use of instruments
for scientific analyses, including chemistry, biology, molecular biology,
physics, food and nutritional sciences, environmental sciences, and so on.
■ Experimental Animal Facility
Is a campus-wide facility that aims to manage animal experiments andbreeding for research and educational purposes.
■ IT Center
Is a campus-wide facility that aims to support computer-based activities
and network-based communications within and outside the campus.
■ Radioisotope Research Center
Oversees academic research and education on radiation, manages radiation
safety, and provides health monitoring for faculty and students that deal
with radiation.

Social Collaboration Division■ Life-World Watch Center (LWWC)

Established in 2003, conducts development, research, and investigation as
well as education and training in life safety and security and environmentrelated educational structures.
■ Marine and Coastal Research Center
Promotes studies of coastal organisms and environments, and aims todeepen society’s understanding of natural sciences and the environment.
■ Science & Education Center
Aims to popularize research conducted in the various fields of science andhopes to create a culture of science.

Community Support Division■ Health Care Center

Health Service Center is committed to maintain the health of students andcollege members, by providing daily medical service, and executing annual
health examination. The students and members are obliged to undergo
the periodical health examination to recognize one’s health condition,and to prevent the prevalence of infectious diseases such as tuberculosis.
Psychiatric consultation is available (3 days/ month) on reservation.
■ Student and Career Support Center
Seeks to meet student's needs and support their diverse lifestyles throughcounseling services on learning, employment, study abroad, and lifestylerelated concerns. And this center serves as a campus-wide entity that
supports students seeking employment. Specialized career advisors offer
advice on job hunting and career building.

Organizations working to promote greater research■ Institute for Education and Human Development

Conducts studies on the formation of human developmental science
for restructuring the gap-widening society, and investigation into earlychildhood educational environments, and studies on the support system forhikikomori (social withdrawal) among Japanese youth and their families.

Research Organization for the Promotion of Global
Women’s Leadership■ Institute for Global Leadership

Plays a central role in developing leadership training curriculums andsupport programs for female researchers and promoting gender equality
on campus.
■ Institute for Gender Studies (IGS)
Was initially established as the first national archive of women’s studies
in 1975. IGS promotes comprehensive research and develops domestic
and international networks for gender studies.

Science and Technology for Global Leaders
special course
In anticipation of a borderless future, this graduate
science major (offered by the Advanced and Life Sciences
Divisions) at Ochanomizu University is complemented by
the exquisite 5-years “Science and Technology for Global
Leaders” sub-major program of the Master’s and PhD
of Science, and integrates multidisciplinary theoreticalfoundation with practice-based work.
In an English language, highly competitive and fun study
environment, students with a global perspective and amajority of non-Japanese teachers set common scientificgoals and work together towards achieving them.
The program’s strong collaboration with local andinternational academia and industry bodies opens
extraordinary opportunities for students to research abroad and build foundations in their careers as SciTech leaders through internships andglobal networking.

Library
The Ochanomizu University Library has a collection of
approximately 710,000 books and 11,000 e-journal titles
comprising, in addition to material on general studies andspecialized fields, a wide range of material unique to theuniversity such as genderstudies and child education.
The library also provides alineup of digital resources
including databases andelectronic journals, andaudio-visual material
including DVDs and CDs.

The Learning Commons,of which the university isjustifiably proud, is constantly
bustling with vibrant student
energy. Internet service isavailable throughout thelibrary.
Wireless access is alsoavailable at many common
areas in the campus.

The Career Café offers aplace for casual conversationand functions as a new
intellectual space for students
to host their own events.

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Campus Map❷ Student Service Building❶ Library4❺ South Gate

❸ Letters & Education Building 1

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⓫ Student Commons㉛ Center for Early Childhood Education and Care

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❻ Main Gate

❼ Inter-Faculty Building 2❽ Inter-Faculty Building 3❾ Cafeteria❿ Student Club Facility⓬ Graduate School Building⓭ Letters & Education Building 2⓮ University Gymnasium

25 Ochanomizu University⓰ Comprehensive Research Building⓯ Main Building⓱ Science Building 1⓲ Auditorium⓳ Science Building 2⓴ Science Building 3㉑ Swimming Pool

㉒ Junior High School㉓ High School㉔ Elementary School㉕ Kindergarten㉖ Izumi Nursery㉗ Ochadai Academic Production Research
Building㉘ Tea-ceremony House㉙ Main Building 2, Human Life andEnvironmental Sciences Building㉚ Ochadai Information Plaza

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■ 7-minute walk from Myogadani Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Subway Line■ 8-minute walk from Gokokuji Station Exit 5 on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Subway Line
■ 1-minute walk from Otsuka 2-chome Bus Stop (Toei Bus)

Ochanomizu University International Affairs Division
2-1-1 Otsuka, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo, Japan 112-8610
TEL. +81-3-5978-5722
http://www.ocha.ac.jp/
E-mail ryugai@cc.ocha.ac.jp