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CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES B: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS THEORY
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
International Studies
UCEAP Course Number
119
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES B: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS THEORY
UCEAP Transcript Title
INTL RELATIONS THRY
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
This course examines the field of international relations. It assumes both a theoretical and empirical approach, and is being organized around three core themes: international relations theory; history, in our case, the Cold War; and post-Cold War power issues in international affairs. Theories discussed include realism, liberalism, Marxism and critical theory, and post-structuralism. Cold War topics include from containment to division; from division to deterrence; from deterrence to collapse. Other topics include peace and security and religion and identity.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
2MF3062280
Host Institution Course Title
CONTEMPORARY GLOBAL ISSUES B: INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS THEORY
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN JAPAN
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
131
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN JAPAN
UCEAP Transcript Title
POL & SOCIETY JAPAN
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description

This course examines the history of social movements in Japan from the 1940s to the 1990s. By focusing on the formation and transformation of “good citizenship” in the political discourse of postwar Japan, and by introducing several key Japanese intellectuals’ discourses on democracy and modernity, the class discusses how political ideas have affected the social process, especially in the attempt of re-establishing the relationship between the private sphere and the public sphere.

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KCPOL206
Host Institution Course Title
POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN JAPAN
Host Institution Campus
Meiji Gakuin University, Yokohama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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BUDDHIST CULTURE
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Religious Studies Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
122
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
BUDDHIST CULTURE
UCEAP Transcript Title
BUDDHIST CULTURE
UCEAP Quarter Units
6.00
UCEAP Semester Units
4.00
Course Description
This course considers the religious, political, and cultural significance of Buddhism in modern Asia, with a particular focus on Japan. Students survey Japan's religious history and traditions and also recent issues facing Buddhist communities and modern society. Specific topics include religion and nationalism, gender issues in modern temple practices, the diffusion of consumer oriented prayer services and material culture, and religious violence. Students gain a solid understanding of East Asia's religious heritage, and develop critical perspectives on the impact of religion on modern Asian societies. Assessment: Class attendance (15%), class participation (20%), short writing assignments (20%), oral report (10%), final project (35%).
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3007
Host Institution Course Title
BUDDHIST CULTURE
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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QUANTITATIVE METHODS
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Statistics
UCEAP Course Number
106
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
QUANTITATIVE METHODS
UCEAP Transcript Title
QUANTITATIVE METHOD
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
This course is an introduction to statistical analysis. Student mainly learn how to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret the data.This course emphasizes the importance of understanding the logic of statistical inference, rather than memorizing formulae or calculating statistics. Topics: the important concepts and the logic of quantitative methods; how to argue statistical fallacies and accurately use the statistical methods; how to use basic statistical functions of Microsoft Excel to solve statistics problems; and how use quantitative methods for the graduation thesis.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3031
Host Institution Course Title
QUANTITATIVE METHODS
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN JAPAN
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
131
UCEAP Course Suffix
Q
UCEAP Official Title
POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN JAPAN
UCEAP Transcript Title
POL & SOCIETY JAPAN
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This class discusses the history of postwar Japan through the writings of so-called "movement intellectuals" and examines changing ideas of Shimin through the postwar period and their implications for today's perspectives on politics. Text: Simon Andrew Avenell, MAKING JAPANESE CITIZENS: CIVIL SOCIETY AND THE MYTHOLOGY OF THE SHIMIN IN POSTWAR JAPAN. Assessment: response papers, research paper, presentation. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The AQ version of this course is worth up to 4.5 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3044
Host Institution Course Title
POLITICS AND SOCIETY IN JAPAN
Host Institution Campus
Meiji Gakuin University, Yokohama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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EUROPEAN POLITICS AND SOCITY
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science
UCEAP Course Number
143
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
EUROPEAN POLITICS AND SOCITY
UCEAP Transcript Title
EUROPEAN POLS & SOC
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
This course provides an in-depth understanding of contemporary European politics and societal issues which have developed throughout the last 30 years. The course covers five main areas. First, it examines the history of Europe – the development of democracy and the nation-state and how modern Europe came to be after the wars of the 20th century. Second, the course looks at the different political systems which exist within Europe's democracies. Third, it takes a more detailed look at specific countries and their relations with each other in the context of intra-European relations. The course also compares society in Europe's different nation states and the relationship between government and civil society, the media and issues such as gender, race and identity. The final part of the course looks at the history of the European Union and contrast its achievements with its present-day challenges including Brexit and the rise of populism, and the role of Europe as a global actor.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3042
Host Institution Course Title
EUROPEAN POLITICS AND SOCITY
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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DEBATING GLOBAL TOPICS
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Political Science
UCEAP Course Number
120
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
DEBATING GLOBAL TOPICS
UCEAP Transcript Title
DEBATING GLOBAL ISS
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
This course will start with some instruction on debating technique, and then continue to debate a series of important issues affecting the world today. The debates will be formal, with two speakers on each side and a chairperson. Students take turns to be team members. The various debate topics include the world is gradually becoming a better place; the religion of Islam is directly responsible for terrorist acts committed by Isis, Al Quaeda and other militant Islamic groups; support of Angele Merkel's policy of admitting over a million Syrian refugees into Germany and condemn of the government of Japan for taking almost none; and the banning supermarket plastic bags to defend the global environment. Students are required to read as much as possible on each topic to be prepared to participate.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
2MF3061000
Host Institution Course Title
DEBATING GLOBAL TOPICS
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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SOUTH ASIA SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
South & SE Asian Studies Sociology
UCEAP Course Number
115
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
SOUTH ASIA SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
UCEAP Transcript Title
S ASIA SOC PROBLEMS
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description
The theme of this course is social entrepreneurship. Such enterprises are established with the primary purpose of finding a solution to a social problem or creating social value by reaching out to underserved sections of the society. The course is conducted with a combination of lectures and case discussions. This course aims to introduce the concepts, theories and real cases in social enterprises. An increasing number of talented, ambitious individuals around the world, out of their concern for the varied problems faced by humanity are trying to solve these problems, some at a local level, some at an international level. Through real world examples and case study analysis, students will learn how such enterprises are organized, what their challenges are and how exactly they try to solve social problems.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3023
Host Institution Course Title
SOUTH ASIA SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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QUANTITATIVE METHODS
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Statistics
UCEAP Course Number
106
UCEAP Course Suffix
Q
UCEAP Official Title
QUANTITATIVE METHODS
UCEAP Transcript Title
QUANTITATIVE METHOD
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course is an introduction to statistical analysis. Student mainly learn how to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret the data.This course emphasizes the importance of understanding the logic of statistical inference, rather than memorizing formulae or calculating statistics. Topics: the important concepts and the logic of quantitative methods; how to argue statistical fallacies and accurately use the statistical methods; how to use basic statistical functions of Microsoft Excel to solve statistics problems; and how use quantitative methods for the graduation thesis. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The Q version of this course is worth 4 or 4.5 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3031
Host Institution Course Title
QUANTITATIVE METHODS
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies

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INTERCULTURAL HISTORY
Country
Japan
Host Institution
Meiji Gakuin University
Program(s)
Global Studies, Japan
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Anthropology
UCEAP Course Number
102
UCEAP Course Suffix
Q
UCEAP Official Title
INTERCULTURAL HISTORY
UCEAP Transcript Title
INTERCULTURAL HIST
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course covers the comparative history of Indigenous people both in Japan and US. Covering such an immense sweep of time for those large and diverse areas is challenging. After looking at the diverse culture of the Indigenous communities in both countries, focus is on their shared experience, such as the conquest of their regions by immigrants, stereotyped images created through the colonialism, assimilation by the dominant societies, cultural revival and sovereignty, and urbanization. This course also provides the active discussion on colonization, decolonization, and Indigenous sovereignty. Units: The regular version of this course is worth 3.0 UC quarter units. The Q version of this course is worth 4 or 4.5 UC quarter units. Students must submit a special study project form which outlines the requirements for the additional units. This is typically an additional paper graded by the instructor of the course.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
KC3011
Host Institution Course Title
INTERCULTURAL HISTORY
Host Institution Campus
Yokahama
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
International Studies
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