To enroll in this course, you must be a member of an eligible institution and have permission from your institution to take the course.

How to take a course.

STEP 01

Check each course's introduction page to see if your institution is eligible (JIGE overseas partner university, etc.).

STEP 02

Obtain an application code for MCP courses from the contact person at each university, etc.

STEP 03

Click the "Application" on each course introduction page to open the application form and fill in the necessary information.

STEP 04

The contact person at each university will coordinate the registrants and contact those who have received final approval to participate.

STEP 05

Those who have received permission emails will receive notification of how to log in and participate in the MCP course of their choice approximately one week prior to the start of each course.

STEP 06

A certificate of completion (micro-credential) will be issued upon completion of the course.

STEP 07

Stock and post micro-credentials or electronic proof of completion on your own account on JV-campus (can also be posted on other social networking and other platforms).

OPEN

2025-2026

OCT10 - JAN01

Education through Art (2025)

The aim is to promote cultural understanding through the study of Japanese art, and this program is implemented as part of different classes at Chiba This program aims to promote cultural understanding through the study of Japanese art, and is implemented within different courses at Chiba University and the University of Alabama. Through this program, students will analyze Japanese artworks by considering the sociocultural backgrounds of various periods. They will also gain a deeper awareness of their own and other cultures, and better understand the process of learning about art and culture. Collaborative learning fosters diverse learning opportunities.

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COMING SOON

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International Cultural Exchange(2024)

Students will interact with short-term international students visiting the Faculty of Letters from our overseas partner university, the University of Cincinnati (UC) in the United States, and will learn about each other's languages, cultures, and societies, while also developing practical communication skills based on an understanding of cultural backgrounds.

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COMING SOON

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STEAM-Liberal Arts (TBD)

COMING SOON

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Theatre and Performance (TBD)

COMING SOON

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Art Studies (TBD)

COMING SOON

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Japanese Traditional Performing Arts (TBD)

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Noh and Kyogen (TBD)

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Kabuki and Joruri (TBD)

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Religion & Culture (TBD)

CLOSED

2025

JAN01 - FEB02

Japanese Popular Culture

CLOSED

2024-2025

OCT10 - JAN01

Education through Art (2024)

The aim is to promote cultural understanding through the study of Japanese art, and this program is implemented as part of different classes at Chiba This program aims to promote cultural understanding through the study of Japanese art, and is implemented within different courses at Chiba University and the University of Alabama. Through this program, students will analyze Japanese artworks by considering the sociocultural backgrounds of various periods. They will also gain a deeper awareness of their own and other cultures, and better understand the process of learning about art and culture. Collaborative learning fosters diverse learning opportunities.

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CLOSED

2025

JAN01 - MAR03

Infographic Design Project (2024)

The objective of this project is to compare and analyze the cultural differences between the two countries, select an appropriate region, and then compile the results into an information design poster and branding. Students from both countries will conduct research on the region in advance, researching major brands, etc. Based on the results, they will analyze each other's strengths and challenges, and visually organize and express them in a design.

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CLOSED

2025

APR04

Fashion & Communication with Technology (2025)

The workshop focused on designing wearable products and services capable of communicating emotions. Students explored the intersection of fashion, technology, and communication design, creating prototypes and concepts that integrated fashion elements into interactive solutions. The main objective was to challenge students to design innovative tools for emotional communication and expression, using wearable design as a medium.

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