Diploma Policy of the Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Medicine
Working in a spirit of sincerity, freedom, and cooperation, the Faculty of Health Sciences,
School of Medicine, Kobe University defines its basic philosophy as follows: To provide excellent
education in the areas of healthcare and health sciences, thereby nurturing health professionals
who possess highly specialized knowledge and skills, as well as high ethical standards and a wellgrounded scientific perspective. The Faculty also aims to inspire a great sense of inquiry andcreativity in its students, so that they will be able to play an active international role in the future,
as leaders in their respective fields.
To achieve these objectives, degrees are awarded to students in accordance with the policies
described below.
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Nursing)
Department of Nursing
The Department of Nursing of the School of Medicine’s Faculty of Health Sciences awards thisdegree as follows, based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・Students are enrolled in the Department of Nursing for 4 years or more and must obtain
the prescribed credits required for course completion.
・Prior to graduating, students are expected to acquire the following skills as majors inNursing, in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy.
“Humanity and Ethics”
・The fundamental abilities necessary to become a nursing professional: possession ofa strong sense of humanity and education, high ethical standards in healthcare,flexibility, cooperativeness, and the ability to understand the client’s perspective.
・The ability to empower oneself through continuous lifelong learning, not only as anursing professional but also as a person.
“Creativity”
・The ability to interpret phenomena logically and generate new nursing methods froma caring outlook.
・The ability to take the initiative and act autonomously, and explore the distinctive
aspects and professionalism of nursing.
“Local and international awareness”
・The fundamental ability to be work in both local and international societies while
respecting diverse cultures and values.

・The interest in and ability to explore a variety of local and international well-being
and health issues.
“Specialization and Collaboration”
・The ability to practice nursing with extensive knowledge, reliable nursing techniques,
and an enriched sensibility, while aiming to improve people’s quality of life (QOL).
・The ability to collaborate with related occupations within a healthcare/welfare teamas a nursing professional who has acquired basic learning and expertise in medicalcare.
・The ability to exhibit leadership through scientific and logical thinking, executive
ability, and competent communication skills.
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Medical Technology)
Department of Medical Technology
The Department of Medical Technology in the School of Medicine’s Faculty of Health Sciences
awards this degree as follows, based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy.
・Students are enrolled in the Department of Medical Technology for 4 years or more andmust obtain the prescribed credits required for course completion.
・Prior to graduating, students are expected to acquire the following skills as majors in
Medical Technology, in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma
Policy.
“Humanity and Ethics”
・Outstanding humanity required to be a member of medical team, research team, oreducational team.
・A code of conduct with high ethical standards.
・The ability to be an active member at the forefront of medical society in areas
including clinical, research and educational activities.
“Creativity”
・The enterprising spirit and flexible imagination required to tackle problems.
・The ability to strive towards new technologies and the development of equipment thatcan contribute to society.
“Local and International Awareness”
・The ability to play a central role in regional medical care; in areas such as diagnosis
and early detection of diseases, treatment evaluation, and understanding of healthconditions.
・The ability to consider inspection techniques and medical care from an international

perspective.
・The ability to use English in order to collect and present academically appropriate
information and communicate well with third parties.
“Specialization and Collaboration”
・The ability to learn independently in order to acquire a high level of expertise andinspection skills relating to medical examination technology.
・The ability to contribute towards the improvement of human welfare in cooperation
with medical staff and scientists.
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Physical Therapy)
Department of Physical Therapy
The Department of Physical Therapy in the School of Medicine’s Faculty of Health Sciences
awards this degree as follows, based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy.
・Students are enrolled in the Department of Physical Therapy for 4 years or more and mustobtain the prescribed credits required for course completion.
・Prior to graduating, students are expected to acquire the following skills as majors in
Physical Therapy, in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy.
“Humanity and Ethics”
・The ability to provide clinical skills as health care professionals possessing a strong
sense of humanity and high ethical standards.
“Creativity”
・The ability to create future types of physical therapy and related fields by mastering
standard physical therapy theories and skills, in addition to identifying and solving
issues with energetic spirit of inquiry and creativity.
・The ability to produce evidence through basic and/or clinical studies by respecting
the knowledge of their predecessors.
“Local and International Awareness”
・The ability to contribute towards society by developing an understanding of various
regional issues.
・The fundamental ability to play an active role internationally with their physicaltherapy theories and skills.
“Specialization and Collaboration”
・The ability to collaborate with related occupations within a healthcare/welfare teamas health professional who has mastered the foundations of medicine and possesses ahigh level of expertise, by establishing mutual trust with clients and other healthproviders, and building good relationships.
Degree: Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy)
Department of Occupational Therapy
The Department of Occupational Therapy in the School of Medicine’s Faculty of Health
Sciences awards this degree as follows, based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy.
・Students are enrolled in the Department of Occupational Therapy for 4 years or more andmust obtain the prescribed credits required for course completion.
・Prior to graduating, students are expected to acquire the following skills as majors in
Occupational Therapy, in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University DiplomaPolicy.
“Humanity and Ethics”
・The ability to proactively contribute the development of society by acquiring an
excellent sense of humanity and high ethical standards as a professional occupational
therapist.
・ The ability to be deeply emphatic towards individual clients, understand theircharacteristics, respect their human rights and provide support for their independence.
“Creativity”
・The practical ability to set and achieve their own targets with a sense of inquiry andcreativity.
・The ability to scientifically analyze and logically consider problems in order to solve
them.
“Local and International Awareness”
・Possessing a broad perspective and the ability to utilize expert knowledge related tooccupational therapy in order to contribute towards the local community throughmulti-occupational collaboration.
・The ability to organize and understand their own issues from a global perspective andto make accurate presentations and communicate smoothly.
“Specialization and Collaboration”
・The ability to learn independently and continuously in order to acquire the expert
knowledge and skills pertaining to advanced occupational therapy across various
fields such as medical, health, and welfare.
・The ability to demonstrate superior coordination skills and collaborate with related
occupations as an advanced medical professional in healthcare/welfare team.