Eikei University of Hiroshima uses an “active learning” style of education that encourages student participation in all courses and classes in order to develop the five competencies. As class sizes are kept small at about 25 students, and the maximum portion of one-sided lectures by faculty members is limited to 20%, students are encouraged to take the initiative in learning.

1. Point 01

   Small class sizes (25 students)

   Eikei University of Hiroshima keeps class sizes small to make communication and learning effective for all students.

   * Class sizes are about 16 students in the Intensive English Program.

2. Point 02

   100-minute classes for proactive learning

   To promote proactive learning, we set the maximum length of one-sided lectures by faculty members at 20% of class time so that the rest of the time can be used for other activities such as interactive activities, seminars, or experiences. We ensure ample time for dialogue between students, group discussions, and question-and-answer sessions.

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   Classes span 2 consecutive class periods

   Classes consist of back-to-back 100-minute periods, thereby reducing the number of courses taken in the same term and enhancing students’ concentration on each course.

Students are supported in developing practical English proficiency for English-medium instruction coursework as well as meaningful communication with globally diverse peers. Students are immersed in a diverse learning environment to practice addressing global issues collaboratively.

1. Point 01

   

   Half-year Intensive English Program
   （For primarily Japanese speakers）

   The Intensive English Program is offered in the first and second quarters of the first year, in which students develop practical English proficiency for English-medium instruction coursework. Students are divided into small classes based on their level (basic, intermediate, advanced), practicing their listening, writing, reading, speaking, and presentation skills in an English-immersion environment.

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   Bachelor’s degree offered in English (Fully bilingual curriculum)

   At least half of the 124 credits required for graduation must be taken in English. With some exceptions (such as Japanese language courses for international students), the same courses are offered in both English and Japanese. This means that students can graduate by taking all their courses in English.

3. Point 03

   

   A quarter of our students come from abroad

   With about 20 international students in each cohort year of 100 students, as well as students from overseas universities on exchange programs, we aim for a globalized campus where about 1 in 4 students are from outside Japan. Daily communication among students with diverse cultural backgrounds and values fosters a global mindset with respect for others.

At EUH, students study broadly in liberal arts courses to understand contemporary issues in society at home and abroad, including the UN SDGs^*. The 17 goals of the SDGs are established around the 5 Ps (Peace, Partnership, People, Prosperity, and Planet), as classified by the United Nations. Students select a “window” from which to view issues according to their interests and learn knowledge useful to the theme of each window.
Major areas of study include the humanities and social sciences (e.g., arts, literature, philosophy, ethics, psychology, and cultural anthropology), economics (e.g., management), and the sciences (e.g., environmental science). *SDGs are the international goals for sustainable development adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015.

"PBL" refers to exercises where students take on real-life challenges, identifying causes related to a specific issue and proposing solutions. Issues faced by corporations, municipalities, NPOs, and international agencies are selected as themes, allowing students to learn practical solutions to issues.

Flow of Project-Based Learning (PBL)

Examples of Project-Based Learning (PBL)

Students engage in internships and volunteer activities in Japan and overseas in cooperation with companies and international organizations participating in the Eikei University of Hiroshima Council of Practical Learning.
Students must participate in overseas activities at least once while enrolled here, taking 4 credits (2 courses) or more. Under the guidance of the instructor in charge, the curriculum incorporates pre- and post-program studies to enrich program activities and deepen learning.

Standard learning flow

Activity

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  Domestic Internship Program A

  In their second or third year, students are expected to take an active interest in society and deepen their understanding of their work by taking part in the day-to-day operations of private companies, municipal and prefectural administrative agencies in Hiroshima Prefecture, or international organizations.

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  Domestic Internship Program B

  This program is designed for students to pass the torch to the next students joining the same program. Students inherit and develop the work methods and achievements of their predecessors and then teach their work to their successors. In this way, students gain a greater sense of responsibility and understanding of the job, and new learning and insights are generated with each iteration.

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  Domestic Volunteer Program

  In their second or third year, with the help of organizations that support the activities of non-profit organizations in the prefecture, students will gain experience with voluntary social contributions by getting involved in activities such as community development, disaster support, education, and interacting with foreign tourists.

Overseas Programs

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  Internship Abroad Program

  In their second or third year, with the cooperation of a private organization that offers internships abroad, students gain practical business experiences at companies and other organizations, which leads to stimulating their interest in other cultures and improving their negotiation and collaboration skills.

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  Volunteer Abroad Program

  In their second or third year, with the help of an organization that offers volunteer activities overseas (mainly in NGOs operating in developing countries), students gain experience with different social backgrounds. Students contribute to local support activities while actively stimulating their interest in different cultures and deepening their understanding of diversity.

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  Short-Term Study Abroad Program

  In their second or third year, students can choose to participate in a summer school program or short-term study abroad program offered by universities affiliated with partner institutions or those affiliated with Eikei University of Hiroshima.

To achieve the “spiral of learning” overseas, Eikei University of Hiroshima provides a variety of study abroad programs. *A scholarship of 50,000 JPY/month is granted to students participating in the Student Exchange Program.

Student exchange programs at partner universities

We have made international exchange partnerships with 34 universities in 22 countries and regions around the world. We will continue to add more exchange partnerships.

Student Experiences

Students complete a year-long degree project in their third or fourth year. Students select their own project themes, clarify issues, and investigate potential solutions.
Research for individual degree projects is performed through seminars with faculty advisors. We invite stakeholders of our partner corporations, municipalities, NPOs, international agencies, or others to two briefing sessions (mid-term and final) as external evaluators, getting actionable feedback on research in progress from perspectives such as novelty and feasibility. Students then incorporate this feedback into a final report and publicly present their results.