Interdisciplinary Network
in the Humanities
Graduate School of Humanities, The University of Osaka
Humanities knowledge as the foundation for the future.
Interdisciplinary Network in the Humanities called Jinbun Gakurin in Japanese is a base for utilizing knowledge and envisioning the future. By fusing diverse knowledge and technology, we transform humanities knowledge into new value and build a future that contributes to society.
Transcending disciplines in education and research.
We aim to advance our educational system in response to the changing times, transcending the boundaries between the humanities and sciences to establish a new form of humanities as the foundation of scholarship at The University of Osaka. In doing so, we are building a knowledge base that supports global society.
Foundations of Humanities Team
Building a foundation for humanities knowledge through "dialogue and culture"
Through dialogue, students will deepen their understanding of the humanities, broaden their essential knowledge for modern society, and cultivate the ability to approach contemporary issues from multiple perspectives.
Internship Team
Exploring the future through the humanities and career development
Through "Career studies for students in Humanities" and "Internship courses for students in Humanities", students will develop the knowledge and mindset to apply humanities expertise in society and leverage it for their career growth.
Digital
Humanities Team
Pioneering the future of scholarship through Digital & Humanities.
It combines digital technology with the humanities to provide a foundation for innovative research.
Education Internationalization Team
Study the Euroculture Program in Osaka and Europe
We provide a learning environment that fosters the development of individuals who can thrive in the international community through a deep understanding of European cultures.
Expanding knowledge beyond majors and broadening interactions with others
We promote an interdisciplinary education that expands students' research beyond academic boundaries and fosters deeper interaction from a global perspective.
Building an interdisciplinary guidance system and enhancing the level of degree evaluation.
We provide support from faculty across disciplines and a rigorous, transparent evaluation system to help students achieve their degrees.
Current Students and Graduates
Hear from our students and alumni in the Graduate School of Humanities.
Leading Advanced Research and Sharing Outcomes
Our goal is to deliver humanities knowledge gained from our research to society and share it with the rest of the academic world.
Contributing to academics through our peer-reviewed journal "Jinbungakurin"
We edit and publish the academic journal, "Jinbungakurin", to enrich and expand humanities knowledge.
Disseminating diverse research results through the Memoirs
We edit and publish the academic journal, Memoirs of the Graduate School of Humanities, to share new humanities knowledge.
A New Platform for Knowledge in the Humanities
Digital Academia provides a platform to promote research exchange across disciplines and share research outcomes with the world.
Co-creating culture with society
By embracing Kaitokudo's traditions, we collaborate with external organizations to cultivate a space for social engagement between society and academia.