神戸夙川学院大学

Education System

Dream/ Challenge/ Teamwork/ Fulfillment

A 21st century leader of the current tourism industry must be a person with overall competence, a wide range of practical skills and a well-rounded education.

We believe that the four elements below are important for prospective students to acquire in order to create a new style of tourism and to be leaders of the tourism industry.

1. Common courtesy and a spirit of hospitality (Basic element)

Motenashi no Kokoro is a Japanese expression that means a spirit of hospitality. This spirit of hospitality is cultivated through an in-depth understanding of people and a wide-ranging education. At KSGU, we recognize the importance of Motenashi no Kokoro as a necessary part of the tourism industry. For example, there is a Japanese tea room at the university so that our students can learn the basis of hospitality by practicing this traditional art.

2. Understanding and love for humanity, culture, and nature (Liberal arts and specialized courses)

What those who will be responsible for the tourist industry in the 21st century need before anything else is an understanding of Japanese history and culture. After that, they need to begin developing an understanding of the history, culture, art, religion, and social systems of different parts of the world. The liberal arts and specialized courses at KSGU help to foster the students' in-depth understanding of the world.

3. Practical skills for success in the real world (Research Study Courses)

Research Study Courses are the core of our curriculum. These courses have three main points as their focus. The first point　is learning to identify problems that spontaneously occur during the research process. Next, the students must learn how to deal with these unforeseen problems. The third point is learning to express an opinion clearly to the group. This process will help the students discover the subjects that interest them the most. These three practical points help students learn more about their future job possibilities and develop the skills necessary to manage a wide range of tasks.

4. An international awareness (Communication ability and international program)

Taking one of our language programs is required for all students. We currently offer classes in Chinese and English. Japanese, Chinese and native English-speaking teachers work together to support the students' total immersion in the language they choose to study. This language immersion is a practical way to prepare for tourism in many parts of the world and the classes teach relevant expressions, technical terms useful in emergency situations or for a future career in the tourism industry.