Japan

This course introduces and discusses some key issues and problems in cognitive neurosciences. The course covers an introduction to the brain and behavior; vision; memory; brain and artificial intelligence; communication; disorders of the mind, etc.

The course introduces fundamental concepts in designing and implementing computer communication networks. The course covers topics such as network architecture, applications, security, and mobility, with examples primarily from the Internet protocol suite. 
Written assignments, programming assignments, and hands-on lab (that can be done on any Internet-connected PC) will be part of the course. 

This basic Japanese course examines Japanese culture and society while placing a special focus on learning kanji. Students are split into groups and discuss the meaning, origin, and usage of kanji compounds they encounter in everyday life. Upon completion of the course, students not only expand their kanji vocabulary, but also deepen their knowledge regarding various issues related to Japan and Japanese society. The program offers various theme courses and students may take multiple sections. 

This workshop focuses on marketing and leadership. The objectives of this workshop are to:
1. Explore marketing strategies and executions;
2. Put theories into practice to become an effective marketer; and
3. Exchange ideas on cross-cultural leadership, and how leaders may contribute to society.

Through various readings, in-class discussions, and group work, students will engage in both the theoretical exploration of marketing and leadership as well as practical marketing projects with realistic assignments.

Furthermore, there will be a philosophical component to this workshop in which students will be challenged to apply critical thinking and question conventional assumptions about business and success. There are no right or wrong answers - the crucial point is for the class to actively participate and learn from each other.

This course examines Japanese culture, language, and way of thinking through current Japanese pop culture (movies, manga, and music) to gain a deeper understanding of “Modern Japan.”  Each class will divide international students and local students in pairs so they can discuss topics in Japanese and English effectively.

Prerequisite: International students must have completed at least one semester of college-level Japanese to enroll in this course. Japanese students should be able to express themselves in clear Japanese or English, ideally those interested in Japanese language teaching.

This introductory course aims to cultivate a broad understanding of the liberal arts, which forms the foundation of studies at Keio University. Conducted in a seminar style, students will deepen their learning through oral presentations, class discussions and debates, and practical work.

This course explores the relationship between the literary genre of “weird fiction” and conceptions of race and racism. How has weird fiction engaged with, promoted, and challenged racist ideas in an English language context? How might weird fiction be reworked to function as a positive force for change in an anti-racist way? More generally, why is it important that we, as 21st-century readers studying at a university in Japan, think seriously about these issues?

The class will read two stories by two different authors closely over the course of the semester. The goal of each class meeting will be to analyze the week’s assigned story section together in as much detail as possible, leading into broader thematic discussions of ideologies of race and racism in the genre of weird fiction.

This course consists of two parts: 1) analysis of compositional methods and musical languages of historical masterpieces, and 2) practical training in harmony and counterpoint. At the end of the course, students are encouraged to compose a musical piece in any style using any compositional technique. Prerequisites: completion of the Basic Study of Music II or equivalent knowledge and skills.  

This basic Japanese course is designed to improve writing skills. A different theme concerning Japanese culture and society is chosen for each course and students are split into groups to engage in activities, discussion, and group work concerning the selected topic. The overall goal of the class is for students to widen their perspectives and deepen their knowledge regarding various issues related to Japan and Japanese society. The program offers various theme courses and students may take multiple sections. 

This course is aimed at those who know the meaning, writing, and reading of basic kanji idioms.  It focuses on what has been learned so far to increase one’s knowledge of kanji – for example, students will learn how to convert simple words they already know into Kanji and how to use Kanji vocabulary that has similar meanings.  Furthermore, the course provides activities to write essays using kanji and to read and understand the content. 

Note: “Intermediate” Japanese language levels at the host university are comparable to UC upper-division courses.