Program Overview

Overview

The Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University offers various programs for students to pursue their academic interests.

Research Areas

• Literature and Culture
  • Eastern Literature and Culture
  • Western Literature and Culture
• Thought and Culture
• Historical Culture
• Behavioral Culture
• Modern Culture
• International Collaboration and Cultural Exchange

Programs

• Undergraduate Program
  • General Selection and Special Admission
  • Bachelor's Degree Program
• Graduate Program
  • Master's Course
  • Doctoral Course
• Auditing and Credit Students
  • Auditing Students, Credit Students, and Research Students

Specializations

• Literature and Culture
  • Eastern Literature and Culture
  • Western Literature and Culture
    • Classical Studies
• Thought and Culture
• Historical Culture
• Behavioral Culture
• Modern Culture
• International Collaboration and Cultural Exchange

Western Classical Studies

The Western Classical Studies specialization focuses on the literature and culture of ancient Greece and Rome. Students in this program study the original texts in Greek and Latin, exploring the history, philosophy, and culture of the ancient world.

Recent Research Topics

• Master's Theses:
  • The theme and analogy in Catullus' poem 64
  • The madness of Ajax and divine intervention
  • The depiction of equal friendship and fides in Virgil's Aeneid
• Doctoral Dissertations:
  • Literary motifs in Latin literature as fides
  • A study of Euripides' Hippolytus
  • A literary study of Philostratus' Life of Apollonius of Tyana

Faculty and Research

The faculty members in the Western Classical Studies specialization are renowned experts in their fields, with research interests ranging from ancient Greek and Roman literature to philosophy and history.

Admissions

• Undergraduate Admissions:
  • General Selection and Special Admission
  • Bachelor's Degree Program
• Graduate Admissions:
  • Master's Course
  • Doctoral Course
• Auditing and Credit Students:
  • Auditing Students, Credit Students, and Research Students

Campus Life

The Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University provides a rich and supportive environment for students to pursue their academic interests. With a wide range of research areas and specializations, students can explore their passions and develop their skills in a vibrant and intellectual community.

Alumni

The alumni of the Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University have gone on to pursue successful careers in various fields, including academia, research, and industry. The school's strong network of alumni provides a valuable resource for current students and graduates alike.

Facilities

The Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including libraries, research centers, and laboratories. The school's facilities provide a comfortable and supportive environment for students to study and conduct research.

International Exchange

The Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University has a strong commitment to international exchange and collaboration. The school has partnerships with universities and research institutions around the world, providing opportunities for students to study abroad and engage in international research projects.

Career Support

The Graduate School of Letters at Kyoto University provides career support services to help students and graduates achieve their career goals. The school's career support team offers guidance on job searching, resume writing, and interview preparation, as well as providing information on job opportunities and career development resources.