Outline
Established in September 2008, the AIU professional graduate school is comprised of three pathways: English Language Teaching Practices, Japanese Language Teaching Practices, and Global Communication Practices.
| Graduate School | Graduate School of Global Communication and Language Graduate Program in Global Communication and Language Practices | |
|---|---|---|
| Dean and Director | Hiroki UCHIDA |
| Program | Head | Standard Period of Enrollment | Annual Enrollment Quota | Total Enrollment Capacity |
| English Language Teaching Practices (ELT) | Hiroki UCHIDA | 2 years | 30 students | 60 students |
| Japanese Language Teaching Practices (JLT) | Atsuko SAJIKI | |||
| Global Communication Practices (GCP) | Miki TANIKAWA |
We seek students who:
Have a strong motivation for independent study and a keen interest in global issues.
- English Language Teaching Practices
Students should possess a strong desire to be skilled in teaching English for international communication, and have a lens through which they can see and discuss global issues. - Japanese Language Teaching Practices
Students should possess a strong desire to teach Japanese internationally to students from around the world, and have a deep interest in Japanese culture and society. - Global Communication Practices
Students should possess a strong desire to work internationally in journalism, public relations and business communication, with a strong interest in a comprehensive understanding of the world.
Degrees Granted
The following degrees are granted to those who are enrolled in our graduate school and successfully complete the subjected programs.
- English Language Teaching Practices
Master of English Language Teaching (Professional) - Japanese Language Teaching Practices
Master of Japanese Language Teaching (Professional) - Global Communication Practices
Master of Global Communication Practice (Professional)
Certificates Granted
English Language Teaching Practices (ELT):
Those who complete the required courses and earn the necessary credits in ELT can obtain an Advanced Teaching Certificate for Lower Secondary School (English), or an Advanced Teaching Certificate for Upper Secondary School (English). However, possessing a Type 1 Teaching Certificate for Lower Secondary School (English) or a Type 1 Teaching Certificate for Upper Secondary School (English) is a precondition for obtaining either of the Advanced Certificates.
Japanese Language Teaching Practices (JLT):
JLT will apply for the “Registered Training Institutes for Japanese-Language Teachers” and “Registered Practical Training Organizations.” However, due to the screening process by the MEXT, there is a possibility that JLT may not be registered. Please check the latest information on the AIU website for the status of these applications and the transitional measures for obtaining certifications as a Registered Japanese Language Teacher.
