Philosophy and Goals of Education and Research Human Resource Development Objectives Solve local issues in the well-being of “humans” and “the earth” from the perspective of a mental health professional. Solve issues faced by local communities with flexible thinking based on a broad psychological background, in-depth expertise, and abundant experience regarding the mechanisms and behavior of the human mind. Ideal Graduate Profile Trains students to become professionals with a high level of expertise who possess basic skills in varied fields related to psychology, advanced expertise in psychology, and the practical skills needed for a profession that requires multifaceted insight capabilities and expertise, have high ethical standards and abundant creativity, can develop psychology, and can use those results to contribute to society. In addition, fosters individuals who can engage in social practices utilizing fundamental psychology, as well as professionals who can play an active role as Certified Public Psychologists in various sectors of society. Features of the Psychology Program Main Research Fields PsychologyThe aim of this program is to conduct research on the general laws of psychological mechanisms and behavior using scientific and empirical methods, address issues in clinical psychology, and clarify the mechanisms of psychological activity from both general and individual perspectives. The program develops advanced psychological insight capabilities and practical skills so that students can synthesize knowledge across key areas of psychology, such as cognitive psychology, social psychology, and clinical psychology, using diverse research techniques to tackle a variety of psychological issues arising in various areas of society. It also supports the training for the acquisition of Certified Public Psychologist certification. PsychologyThe aim of this program is to conduct research on the general laws of psychological mechanisms and behavior using scientific and empirical methods, address issues in clinical psychology, and clarify the mechanisms of psychological activity from both general and individual perspectives. The program develops advanced psychological insight capabilities and practical skills so that students can synthesize knowledge across key areas of psychology, such as cognitive psychology, social psychology, and clinical psychology, using diverse research techniques to tackle a variety of psychological issues arising in various areas of society. It also supports the training for the acquisition of Certified Public Psychologist certification. Educational Objectives, Educational Targets, and the Three Policies Graduate School Objectives The graduate schools at the University of Toyama aim to teach and conduct research on academic theories and their applications, to deepen understanding in these fields, and to cultivate profound knowledge and exceptional abilities necessary for professions requiring advanced expertise, thus contributing to the advancement of culture. Educational and Research Objectives The graduate schools at the University of Toyama aim to teach and conduct research on academic theories and their applications, to deepen understanding in these fields, and to cultivate profound knowledge and exceptional abilities necessary for professions requiring advanced expertise, thus contributing to the advancement of culture. Diploma Policy Accreditation and Degree Awarding Policy A Master of Psychology degree is awarded to those who possess basic skills in varied fields related to psychology, advanced expertise in psychology, and the practical skills needed for a profession that requires multifaceted insight capabilities and expertise, have high ethical standards and abundant creativity, can develop psychology, and can use those results to contribute to society. Targets and Indicators Basic Skills Learning outcomes:Has acquired basic academic knowledge in the fields of psychology, along with logical thinking and the ability to take a comprehensive perspective. Targets:Among common courses, has completed more than the required number of credits from multiple subject groups. Specialized Knowledge Learning outcomes:Possesses strong research skills in the fields of psychology and the practical skills needed for a profession that requires advanced expertise. Targets:Has acquired credits in specialized subjects related to their area of expertise. Has successfully defended their master’s thesis. Ethical Standards Learning outcomes:Has acquired an awareness of research ethics norms. Has acquired the ethics norms needed for a profession that requires advanced expertise. Targets:Can complete a master’s thesis in accordance with research ethics. Creativity Learning outcomes:Has acquired the ability to discover new knowledge in the fundamentals, application, and practice of psychology and create new value from that knowledge. Targets:Has completed a master’s thesis that presents new knowledge and leads to the creation of new value. Curriculum policy Curriculum Development Policy The program has a systematic curriculum to ensure students acquire the skills stated in the accreditation and degree awarding policy (Diploma Policy). Curriculum Implementation Policy Classes are in the format of lectures, seminars, and practicums, and enable self-directed active learning by students. The program has a curriculum to ensure students systematically acquire wide-ranging knowledge about contemporary issues tackled by psychology and practical procedures through exercises and practical training. Evaluation of classes is based on objective grading criteria to determine the level of achievement of learning outcomes for each skill category. Learning Content, Learning Methods, and Evaluating Methods for Learning Outcomes Basic Skills Learning content:Acquire at least two credits in the graduate school common courses. Learning methods:Learn through lecture-style, practical, and training classes. Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:Students are graded with criteria clearly stated in the syllabus for each subject to objectively determine the level of achievement. Specialized Knowledge Learning content:Acquire expertise and skills primarily through subjects specified in the Ordinance for Enforcement of the Certified Public Psychologist Act. Or, from the second year onward, learn specialized knowledge and methodology in psychology through advanced seminars, and acquire advanced skills such as critical reading of literature and materials, experimental and survey techniques, assessment methods, and data analysis in advanced practical seminars. Learning methods:Acquire credits in specialized subjects through guidance, primarily from the main supervisor, in line with the research project. In addition, successfully defend a master’s thesis. Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:Level of achievement is evaluated objectively through examinations and reports. The master’s thesis is evaluated based on the critique from multiple faculty members. Ethical Standards Learning content:Develop an awareness of research ethics norms based on cases in the field of psychology, while also referring to cases in other fields. Learning methods:Learn through guidance from the main supervisor and other faculty members. Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:The master’s thesis is evaluated by multiple examiners to provide an objective and multifaceted evaluation. Creativity Learning content:Acquire new knowledge and learn in a way that leads to the creation of value through multifaceted guidance from the main supervisor and other faculty members during the “Research for Thesis” classes. Learning methods:Complete a master’s thesis or capstone project through multifaceted guidance from the main supervisor and other faculty members during the “Research for Thesis” classes. Methods for evaluating learning outcomes:The master’s thesis is evaluated by multiple examiners to provide an objective and multifaceted evaluation. Admission policy Policy for accepting new students The program accepts students who possess a strong interest and basic skills in psychology, logical thinking skills, and creativity, and a will to contribute to the development of culture. Basic Policy for Selection (Types of Entrance Examinations and Their Evaluation Methods) In order accept a diverse array of students, admissions for working people and international students, and special admissions for international students (designated school recommendation) are conducted. General entrance examination (first and second terms) Comprehensive evaluation of written examination, oral examination, academic transcripts, letter of intent, and research plan, etc. Entrance examinations for working people Comprehensive evaluation of written examination, oral examination, academic transcripts, letter of intent, and research plan, etc. Entrance examinations for international students Comprehensive evaluation of written examination, oral examination, academic transcripts, letter of intent, and research plan, etc. Special entrance examinations for international students (designated school recommendation) Comprehensive evaluation by document screening and oral examination, etc. Qualities and Skills Required Basic Skills Possesses the necessary and sufficient basic academic abilities for studying in the program. Specialized Knowledge Possesses a strong interest in psychology, basic psychology knowledge, and research skills. Ethical Standards Possesses a strong will to contribute to society based on specialized knowledge in the fields of psychology and high ethical standards. Creativity Possesses logical thinking skills, creativity, and a strong will to contribute to the development of psychology. Curriculum and Course Models Course Models Research topic: Research on memory in basic psychology Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Individuals who actively use psychological analytical skills in companies, local governments, and other organizations Graduate School Common Courses Interdisciplinary Curriculum Common Courses Specialized Program Courses Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance First Year 1T Research Ethics 1 Advanced Data Science 1 Current Issues in Psychology 1 Advanced Study in Psychology Ⅰ 1 Advanced Study in Psychology Ⅲ 1 Advanced Study in Psychology V 1 Psychological Research Seminar Ⅰ 1 Methodology of Psychology (semester) 2T Communication for Researchers 1 Studies of Regional Development 1 Advanced Study in Psychology Ⅱ 1 Advanced Study in Psychology Ⅳ 1 Advanced Study in Psychology Ⅵ 1 Psychological Research Seminar Ⅱ 1 Methodology of Psychology (semester) 2 3T Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1 Psychological Research Seminar Ⅲ 1 Methodology of Psychology Ⅱ (semester) Support Theory and Applications in Educational Area Ⅰ 1 4T Psychological Research Seminar Ⅳ 1 Methodology of Psychology Ⅱ (semester) 2 Support Theory and Applications in Educational Area Ⅱ 1 Second Year 1T Psychological Research Seminar Ⅴ 1 Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2 2T Psychological Research Seminar Ⅵ 1 3T Psychological Research Seminar Ⅶ 1 Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2 4T Psychological Research Seminar Ⅷ 1 Number of Credits Earned 4 2 20 4 24 Total number of credits earned: 30 Research topics: Research on mental health, research on cognitive and emotional transformation Specific qualities of an ideal graduate: Individuals who have mastered the scientific and practical aspects of psychology and contribute to mental health as Certified Public Psychologists or as psychologists in the public sector Graduate School Common Courses Interdisciplinary Curriculum Common Courses Specialized Program Courses Major-Specific Courses Research Guidance First Year 1T Research Ethics 1 Advanced Data Science 1 Current Issues in Psychology 1 Support Theory and Applications in Medical and Health Area Ⅰ 1 Support Theory and Applications in Industry and Work Area Ⅰ 1 Theory and Practice of Psychological Assessment Ⅰ 1 Methodology of Psychology Ⅰ(semester) Advanced Practical Training in Psychology Ⅰ (full year) 2 Advanced Practical Training in Psychology A (full year) 2 Advanced Practical Training in Psychology B (full year, 1st-2nd years) 2 Advanced Practical Training in Psychology C (full year, 1st-2nd years) 2 2T Communication for Researchers 1 Studies of Regional Development 1 Support Theory and Applications in Medical and Health Area Ⅱ 1 Support Theory and Applications in Industry and Work Area Ⅱ 1 Theory and Practice of Psychological Assessment Ⅱ 1 Methodology of Psychology Ⅰ(semester) 2 3T Science, Technology and Sustainable Society 1 Support Theory and Applications in Social Welfare Area I 1 Support Theory and Applications in Educational Area Ⅰ 1 Support Theory and Applications in Forensics and Criminology Area Ⅰ 1 Methodology of Psychology Ⅱ(semester) 2 4T Support Theory and Applications in Social Welfare Area Ⅱ 1 Support Theory and Applications in Educational Area Ⅱ 1 Support Theory and Applications in Forensics and Criminology Area Ⅲ 1 Methodology of Psychology Ⅱ(semester) 2 Second Year 1T Theory and Practice of Psychological Support Ⅰ 1 Advanced Practical Training in Psychology Ⅱ(full year) 2 Research for Thesis Ⅰ 2 2T Theory and Practice of Psychological Support Ⅱ 1 3T Support Theory and Practice for Family, Group, and Community Ⅰ 1 Theory and Practice for Mental Health Education Ⅰ 1 Research for Thesis Ⅱ 2 4T Support Theory and Practice for Family, Group, and Community Ⅱ 1 Theory and Practice for Mental Health Education Ⅱ 1 Number of Credits Earned 4 2 32 4 36 Total number of credits earned: 38 Career Information Evaluation Criteria for Degree Thesis Master’s Thesis A master’s thesis must be based on the research actively conducted by the degree candidate and must have novelty that demonstrates mastery of advanced research techniques in a specialized field. In the master’s thesis review process, a comprehensive evaluation is conducted while considering the following assessment criteria: Setting of the research topic Is the research topic clearly defined and expressed, and is it academically and socially meaningful? Understanding and presentation of leading research Has a necessary and sufficient investigation into leading research in the respective field been conducted? Is it properly cited and referenced to support the development of the thesis argument? Research methods Have appropriate research methods been used to achieve the research objectives? Validity and significance of the argumentation method and conclusions Is the argument logically developed from problem-setting to conclusions? Also, does it offer novel academic and social contributions in the respective field? Thesis format and style Does it use words and sentence expressions accurately and have the correct format as an academic paper? Licenses, Certifications, and Eligibility for Examinations Field of Education Licenses, Certifications, and Eligibility for Examinations Psychology Certified Public Psychologist Main Career Paths After Graduation Employment Local government official (child consultation center, welfare office, board of education, etc.), national public servant (general work, family court research law clerk, Ministry of Justice expert), hospital staff, expert at a private company, university staff, NPO (employment support, disability support, etc.), school counselor, youth worker Further education Doctoral degree in psychology or medicine Faculty List Research Supervisors Name Areas of expertise Link ProfessorYuko Kida Clinical psychology, clinical psychology theory, comprehensive psychotherapy, clinical psychology of schools and daycares University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles ProfessorAtsushi Sato Experimental psychology, perceptual psychology, awareness, the self, action and perception, the body University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Associate ProfessorHiroyuki Tsubomi Cognitive psychology, awareness, attention, memory University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Associate ProfessorArisa Nishidate Welfare psychology, child welfare, social care, disability University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Associate ProfessorTatsuaki Kondo Clinical psychology, developmental psychology, clinical developmental psychology University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Junior Associate ProfessorYuya Iijima Clinical psychology, school counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy, suicide prevention University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Junior Associate ProfessorJun Shigematsu Clinical psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, stress management University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Junior Associate ProfessorTakuro Suzuki Clinical psychology, criminal psychology, clinical psychology of perpetrators, aggression University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Faculty in Charge of Classes Name Areas of expertise Link ProfessorYuko Hakamata Clinical cognitive neuroscience University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Junior Associate ProfessorIkumi Ozawa Educational psychology, teaching and learning psychology, learning support, memory, cognitive development University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Junior Associate ProfessorShimako Nishiyama Clinical neuropsychiatry University of Toyama Faculty Research Profiles Counseling Center (Certified Public Psychologist) Counseling Center (Certified Public Psychologist) See the following page for detailed information about the Counseling Center and certified public psychologists. University of Toyama School of Humanities – Graduate School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences – Psychology Program https://www.hmt.u-toyama.ac.jp/shinri/counseling-center/index.html
