Outline

The MA Program in International Relations has three specializations. Students focus on one area of specialization, but at the same time can take courses in all three areas. By using a broad-based, multiperspective approach to understanding and analyzing the momentous changes taking place in the Asia-Pacific region, graduates of the Program will be wellprepared to take on the region's challenges and opportunities in a wide range of professional capacities.

Therefore, students in the MA Program can design their own core of study according to their interest, experience, and specialization. For example, a student who already possesses specialized knowledge of the language or the political/economical situation of a particular area or country is recommended to acquire various new analytical tools in the Program in addition to deepening his/her knowledge of that area/country. In contrast, students familiar with economic analysis tools, etc, are able to study the situations and languages of an area or a country using these tools.

The aim of the MA Program of the Graduate School of Asia-Pacific Studies is to develop professionals who will play an active role in the international society that includes the Asia-Pacific region. Therefore, while we seek new graduates who have awareness for the issues concerning the future of the region, we also welcome applications by candidates with working experience aiming to achieve a higher level of activity in international society.