Intercultural Studies

Faculty of Intercultural One of the distinctive features of the Faculty regional cultures, and the Department of Science explores verbal and non-verbal is the large number of academic exchange Culture and Globalization conducts a broad communication, and issues related to the use Studies agreements that it has concluded with range of research into languages and cultures of a diverse range of information media. The In the new century characterized by significant overseas universities. Students have ample in the context of accelerating globalization. Second Language Education Division

globalization of the economy, information, opportunity to study abroad in their quest to The Department of Cultural Interaction promotes advanced research into foreign Intercultural Studies and culture, the major issue for human society better understand other cultures and consists of two divisions. The Division of Area language pedagogy and aims to foster is cooperation and coexistence of multi-ethnic communities. Studies carries out research on various regions, outstanding professionals in the field. The communities and different cultures. societies and cultures, while the Division of Advanced Communication Division is a joint The educational principle of the Faculty of Intercultural Communication explores multiple research group along with the Advanced Intercultural Studies is to enhance foreign Graduate School of dimensions of cross-cultural contact, conflict, Telecommunications Research Institute language ability as well as information literacy Intercultural Studies and exchange. The department aims to: International (ATR). Through this research, skill and an understanding of intercultural The Graduate School of Intercultural Studies is (1) understand the cultures of various regions the department seeks to: issues. In line with this, the undergraduate committed to opening new frontiers of cultural of the world; (1) determine the cultural changes caused by program has a department with 4 academic studies by focusing on the coexistence of diverse (2) comprehend intercultural relationships globalization; areas, which enables students to study theories cultures, and by establishing a new paradigm and exchanges; and, (2) develop advanced methods of and methodologies in the field of culture and for understanding human culture. (3) cultivate intercultural communication skills. communication; and society, information and communication, and The Graduate School of Intercultural The Department of Culture and Globalization (3) design second language education international and regional studies. Students are Studies has been organized into two main consists of four divisions. The Division of systems for the global age. encouraged to probe further into these areas departments. The Department of Cultural Contemporary Culture and Society explores through free exchanges of opinions with the Interaction fosters interdisciplinary studies of leading issues in modern society. The Division teaching staff. intercultural relations based on the study of of Human Communication and Information

IKEGAMI Hiroko Tippayarat Pothisitthiporn Associate Professor International Student Art and Globalization Thailand

As a specialist of post-1945 art and the globalization of the art scene, I offer courses on such I am a first-year master’s student in the Human Communication Course, in the Culture topics as cross-cultural encounters in modern art and the relationship between popular and Globalization Department. My research is focused on the differences between Thai and culture and advanced art in contemporary society. Since joining this school in 2010, I have Japanese facial expressions in interpersonal situations. This school offers various seminars constantly been inspired and impressed by our faculty members’ commitment to teaching relevant to my research interest, such as interpersonal communication, nonverbal commu- and advising, as well as their diverse research fields and the vast geographical range it covers. nication, and statistics for social studies. I am able to broaden and deepen my research Our school is also known for its quality exchange program. We currently have 28 inter- perspective by discussing related issues with professors and friends from many countries. faculty and 17 inter-university exchange agreements, as well as two double-degree programs. Moreover, I can get specific recommendations for my research through regular sessions with As a member of the international exchange committee, I always welcome students from my professor. Professors, seniors and friends are really welcoming and supportive. They abroad and encourage my students to study abroad not just to deepen their knowledge but kindly help me with language and study problems. Studying in this international atmo- also to develop an eye for looking at their own culture from an outsider’s perspective. sphere really enhances my understanding of global communication and I believe that this experience will be invaluable in my future career.

Doctoral Program (Three-year Program after Undergraduate Program Master’s Program (Two-year Program) the Master’s Degree Program)

Department Divisions Departments Divisions Departments Divisions

Cultural •Area Studies Cultural •Area Studies Interaction •Intercultural Communication Interaction •Intercultural Communication

•Human Communication and Information Science Intercultural •Contemporary Culture and Society Studies •Contemporary Culture and Society •Intercultural Communication Studies •Contemporary Culture and Society •Human Communication and •Area Studies Culture and •Human Communication and Culture and Information Science Globalization Information Science Globalization •Second Language Education •Second Language Education •Advanced Communication (Joint Research Group)

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