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[Eligible Students]
Global Liberal Arts Courses are offered by the GlobE, and the following students are eligible to enroll.
・ Those in the fourth semester of the Junior Division
・All students in the Senior Division
・All graduate students
・Exchange students
Please note that a Junior Division student whose future faculty is decided in advance is not allowed to enroll until their fourth semester.
[Evaluation Method]
For the Global Liberal Arts (GLA) courses and the Global Leadership Courses (GLC), students can choose a letter grade (from A+ to F) or a Pass/Fail. Make sure to choose your preferred method of assessment at the time of the course registration. For details, please see “Evaluation Method” on syllabus.
For the Language Global Liberal Arts (L-GLA) courses, only a letter grade is applicable. The choice of Pass/Fail evaluation is not available.
Global Liberal Arts (GLA)
GLA courses explore pressing global issues, particularly those related to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and cover topics such as gender, diversity, health, poverty, and GX, in English and other languages. Classes are principally conducted with a small number of approximately 20 students, focusing on interactive activities such as discussions. Through studying with students from different fields of study or with those from different cultural backgrounds, you learn how to clearly and persuasively express your thoughts in languages other than your first language, to listen to differing opinions, and to seek better solutions through discussion.
Starting from the AY2025, we plan to offer courses not only in English but also in various other languages.
・Approximately 30 courses are offered each semester. A wide range of options are available, including classes on Hongo Campus, Komaba Campus, and online.
・Don't worry if you're not confident in your language proficiency. Classes are conducted with the assumption that students show a range of language proficiency.
・GLA courses can serve as a step in preparing for studying abroad.
Attention to those students who are considering taking GLA Courses!!
In the video, an instructor and students of GLA Courses share the appeal of the courses. There is also a message from the Director of the Center for Global Education (GlobE). Watch the video and find out about the learning experiences you can gain at UTokyo GlobE. (Video: about 2 minutes 30 seconds)
Number of Courses (2025 S semester)
- Offered by English: 34 courses
- Offered by Russian: 1 course
Language-Global Liberal Arts (L-GLA)
Language-Global Liberal Arts (L-GLA) courses provide students with the opportunity to develop advanced proficiency in another language in addition to Japanese and English through small, interactive classes. The courses aim to further deverop the language skills you have learned so far and cultivate the ability to engage in discussions and clearly and persuasively express your thoughts in that language.
*L-GLA courses focus on language acquisition skills. Students who use the language as their first language or whose proficiency does not meet the standards set by the instructor are not eligible to register. Please check with the instructor before enrolling in the course to confirm your eligibility.
・Courses will be offered in six languages: Chinese, German, French, Russian, Korean, and Spanish.
(For the 2025 S semester, courses will be available only in Chinese, Russian, and Korean.)
・We recommend L-GLA courses to those who wish to continue studying languages they have learned so far, or to those who want to enhance their proficiency in languages other than English for their research.
Languages Offered in the 2025 S Semester (links to the Online Course Catalog)
Global Leadership Courses (GLC)
In the Global Leadership Courses (GLC), students develop the teamwork skills and fundamental competencies needed for effective collaboration in diverse team to make a positive impact on society, based on practical knowledge.
Developed in collaboration with Minerva Project, all Global Leadership Courses are offered online using Forum, the online platform created by Minerva University.
GLC-II is an advanced course that builds upon the content of GLC-I. To enroll in GLC-II, it is required to have obtained credits in GLC-I.
・Students will deepen their understanding of leadership in English, with peers from diverse fields and perspectives.
・Students will engage in active learning using cutting-edge online platforms.
・Students will examine real-world scenarios from the perspective of leadership, as "Real-world activities."
Course List (Planned frequency of course offerings)
- GLC-I: Ladership Foundation (Offered every semester)
- GLC-II: Logic and Persuasion (Offered once a year)
- GLC-II: Complex Systems (Offered once a year)
- GLC-II: Innovative Program-Solving (Offered once a year)
