University of the Sacred Heart, General Information

THE CURRICULUM AND REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
Based upon the principles on which it was founded, the University has recently revised its course of studies in order to correspond to the ever-changing times. The curriculum has been reorganized and consists of three areas: General Subjects, Major Subjects, and Related Subjects. Requirements for graduation are as follows:

For students entered after 2005

General Subjects	28 credits
Major Course Subjects	60 credits
Related Course Subjects	36 credits
Thesis	8 credits
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED	132 credits

All fourth-year students are required to write a thesis for the B.A. degree.

GENERAL SUBJECTS
Since its founding, the University has been dedicated to the education of women. The educational philosophy is based on Christian humanism and a thorough background in the liberal arts. Integration of various disciplines has been the primary element in achieving this educational goal.
All students are required to take the following courses in General Subjects during their four years of study:

For students entered after 2005

Physical Education	2 credits
First Foreign Language (English)	8 credits
Second Foreign Language (French, German, Spanish, Chinese, or Korean)	8 credits
Christian Studies	8 credits
Contemporary Cultural Studies (designated field)	2 credits
TOTAL	28 credits

The aim of Physical Education is to give students a better understanding of sports culture so that they can live in a healthy and active way throughout their lives.

The study of Foreign Languages enables students to attain the necessary language ability to participate in the global community and also to broaden their knowledge and viewpoint by learning the cultural background of foreign countries and the people who speak those languages.

Through study and research on Christianity, which served as the foundation upon which European history and culture were built, students acquire a sense of morality as well as deep insight into human life from the Christian point of view.

A study of Japanese Constitutional Law or Contemporary Cultural Studies (designated field) is also required to enable students to realize their responsibility as citizens in society.


UNDERGRADUATE COURSES: GENERAL INFORMATION