The program aims to cultivate specialists and researchers in the following fields: British Literature, American Literature, British Studies, American Studies, Linguistics, and Communication Studies (including English Education). Graduate students can choose from among a variety of seminars — from those offered within each area of specialization to those which cross over disciplines. We encourage graduate students to broaden their interest and expertise as well as delve deeply into their chosen areas of research.

Our faculty gives guidance and advice to students who intend to study or conduct research abroad, mainly in the U.S. or the U.K. Some of them obtain academic degrees there. In addition, our program belongs to an association that consists of 12 private universities; within the association, credits are mutually transferable. Our program is highly accessible to students of various ages and backgrounds, including those who are raising a family or are already working members of society. Such a diverse student body broadens the scope of academic inquiry and makes for more lively discussions in the classroom.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements. It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.