Graduate school is different from undergraduate study in that students are expected to conduct in-depth research on a chosen research topic and contribute new knowledge and perspectives to society through their research. What is thus required is not only study, but also the creation of new knowledge via research. In this graduate school, we provide a range of environments that support this kind of endeavor.
Firstly, our in-depth teaching and research guidance are conducted in small groups by teaching staff (professors) who are at the forefront of environmental research. We have eleven full-time staff at the graduate school. Each member of the teaching staff has a well-established record of research and teaching experience in environmentally important fields. On average, each professor provides two years of systematic research guidance to approximately five students. From deciding on a research topic to selecting research methods, objectives and procedures, our teaching staff provide students with step-by-step guidance for the entire duration of their courses. (http://www.genv.sophia.ac.jp/english)
