In the Subprogram in Linguistics, we aim to transcend the differences of all individual studies within linguistics and its various methodologies and train human resources to possess the insight, originality, and research skills related to the individuality and universality of language. Hence, rather than conventional language courses, we have in place a system that enables broad learning in all the individual studies of linguistics and methodologies. Likewise, rather than attempting to simply deepen and enhance fundamental research, we train human resources to be able to acquire knowledge and skills in applied research and to play an active role in education and other related fields.

In line with this aim, in the Master’s Course, we provide a subject group for the study of fundamental language research, such as “Linguistic Theory” and “History of Linguistics,” a subject group for the study of the methodology of linguistic research, such as “Generative Syntax” and “Contrastive Linguistics,” a subject group for the study of analyzing individual languages, such as Japanese studies, English studies, German studies, and Chinese studies, and a subject group for the study of applied linguistics research, such as “Japanese Language Education,” and “Language & Information Theory”. Through the well-balanced study of these subject groups under the guidance of a group of supervising academic staff, students can deepen their knowledge of the individuality and universality of language. In addition, to enable students to deepen their research topics, we run yearly seminar subjects that guide in master’s dissertation composition and practical subjects that provide guidance in skills, such as presenting in research groups and cultivate research skills.

In the Doctor’s Course, students steadily acquire the ability to compose a doctor’s thesis by studying the seminar subjects and practical subjects with a focus on guidance in doctor’s thesis composition and presenting at academic societies.