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

Global Issues

Exploring global issues through cross-border collaboration

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COMING SOON

2025-2026

DEC12 - FEB02

Global Health and Nursing - Spring

By experiencing a different sociocultural environment or engaging with people who live in such environments, students will learn about the unique lifestyles and state of healthcare and nursing in that context. They will also explore beliefs and reactions to health and illness across various sociocultural backgrounds, thereby cultivating cultural sensitivity.

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Digital Humanities Data Science (TBD)

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Data Visualization (TBD)

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Informatics Design (TBD)

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21st Century captive Communicative Competence in VR/AR (TBD)

CLOSED

2024

JUN06 - JUL07

Society 5.0 & Global Leadership

The course will also examine the evolving landscape of global leadership in the context of Society 5.0. Students will assess leadership models and strategies required to navigate the complexities of a hyper-connected world, fostering collaboration, resilience, and ethical decision-making on a global scale. Emphasis will be placed on understanding cultural nuances, fostering inclusive leadership, and leveraging diverse perspectives to drive innovation and sustainable development.

CLOSED

2024

AUG08 - SEP09

SKILLS FOR SOCIETY 5.0

In 2016 the Japanese government introduced the concept of Society 5.0 in which various technologies and artificial intelligence will be utilized to create Japan’s sustainable future. In this vision, understanding Society 5.0 core skills will be pivotal for future employability. As technology becomes indispensable, transcending from an asset to a necessity, the working environment is transformed, fostering global connections and remote collaborations. This course equips learners with essential tools for success, encompassing critical thinking, digital literacy, intercultural collaboration, communication and presentation skills. Focusing on collaborative projects with international peers, it integrates synchronous activities with engaging multimedia and asynchronous materials. Recognizing the omnipresence of AI, this course emphasizes the significance of comprehending its role in shaping Society 5.0 and beyond.

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CLOSED

2025

APR04 - SEP09

Intercultural Branding Design Project

The cultural characteristics of each region will be researched from a design perspective, and participants will share and learn online in advance. After that, they will hold rebranding design workshops in Japan and the United States, taking into account the respective cultural backgrounds, and propose the final results.

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CLOSED

2025

MAY05 - SEP09

Global Health and Nursing - Summer

By experiencing a different sociocultural environment or engaging with people who live in such environments, students will learn about the unique lifestyles and state of healthcare and nursing in that context. They will also explore beliefs and reactions to health and illness across various sociocultural backgrounds, thereby cultivating cultural sensitivity.

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