The Faculty has a “Learning Advisor” system to provide detailed support and guidance for all aspects of each student’s education from their first year through final year. A full-time faculty member serves as an advisor meeting with each student individually four times a year, providing them with advice while discussing anything from course planning to general student life. Their discussions often entail the following:
- Course registration
- Course registration model
- Academic process in the curriculum
- Course selection
- Research laboratory / Seminar
- Career path such as employment, graduate schools, etc.
- Change in student status (Leave of absence, withdrawal, etc.)
- Advice and guidance on poor academic performance
- Counseling on university life
In particular, the first year students receive support and guidance on the items 1 to 3 above so that they can study independently within the complex academic process of integrating the humanities and sciences. Students in the second year are assisted especially on item 4 to receive specialized education with enthusiasm, and the third year students are especially aided on items 5 and 6. In addition, students are able to obtain advice on certificates and qualifications throughout their four year trajectory as a part of item 3 above.