The Master’s Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience aims to cultivate individuals with advanced expertise grounded in broad-based knowledge, comprehensive decision-making skills, and rich creativity rooted in a respect for humanity. The goal is to develop researchers, educators, and engineers in the field of cognitive and affective neuroscience who can actively contribute to academic advancement and society.
Based on this objective, students are required to be enrolled for a minimum of two years, receive appropriate research guidance, and acquire foundational competencies, specialized knowledge, ethical awareness, and creativity. Those who demonstrate sufficient academic achievement through the prescribed curriculum will be awarded the degree of Master of Neuroscience.

Fundamental ability

• Learning Outcomes:
  The student has acquired foundational competencies essential for conducting research, including basic information gathering in the relevant field, logical thinking, effective communication, fundamental comprehension and summarization of academic papers written in English, and the ability to engage in discussions about research topics with others.
• Achievement Standards:
  Students are required to select and complete courses from a wide range of subjects, including core and elective courses, and to earn credits for the subjects specified in the Master’s Program Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience, thereby fulfilling the requirements for program completion.

Specialized knowledge

• Learning Outcomes:
  The student must have earned academic proficiency by completing courses in their specialized field, demonstrating the ability to comprehend subject-specific knowledge and scholarly literature, and engage in intellectual discussions with others. Furthermore, they possess the expertise necessary to collect information, participate in academic discourse, and disseminate findings within professional societies relevant to their research domain.
• Achievement Standards:
  The student is required to complete the necessary credits in specialized subjects and demonstrate the ability to apply practical approaches to solving research problems within their field of study. They must be capable of presenting and discussing their research findings at academic conferences relevant to their discipline. A preliminary thesis review committee, composed of members other than the primary academic advisor, shall be convened to rigorously evaluate the master’s thesis from the perspectives of originality, academic significance, and potential for future development. Only theses that have been approved through this stringent review process may be submitted for the conferral of the master’s degree.

Sense of ethics

• Learning Outcomes:
  The student is able to explain issues related to research misconduct within their area of specialization and its related fields, and has acquired a fundamental awareness of the normative principles of research ethics.
• Achievement Standards:
  The student must complete and pass coursework in research ethics. They are also required to undergo training necessary for conducting research—such as clinical studies, genetic modification experiments, animal testing, and radiation-based experiments—and to acquire a sound understanding of bioethics and researcher ethics, enabling them to act in accordance with established social norms.

Creativity

• Learning Outcomes:
  The student has acquired the ability to write a thesis based on the outcomes of advanced research in cognitive and affective neuroscience. They are also capable of articulating and discussing the significance and implications of their research findings.
• Achievement Standards:
  The student must complete the required credits for the special research course, undergo the master’s thesis evaluation and final examination, and receive a passing assessment.

In the Master’s Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience is organized to cultivate the four core competencies outlined in the diploma policy for degree completion and conferment.
Based on a collaborative framework integrating pharmaceutical sciences, medicine, the humanities, and science and engineering, the program offers a distinctive curriculum that integrates cognitive and affective neuroscience.

Over the course of two years, students engage in lectures, exercises, and laboratory training. In addition to common graduate-level courses and interdisciplinary subjects across pharmaceutical, medical, and engineering fields, students are encouraged to proactively select specialized courses offered by each discipline.
Exercises and special research projects are conducted in laboratories and other research settings.

Fundamental ability

• Learning Content:
  Based on the fundamental academic abilities acquired and developed during undergraduate studies, the Master’s Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience offers lectures on essential subjects required for the program.
• Learning Methods:
  Students are required to complete the unique curriculum of the Master’s Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience in accordance with the prescribed number of credits.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  Students’ academic achievement is assessed through examinations, reports, presentations, and other evaluations conducted in each course.

Specialized knowledge

• Learning Content:
  Students are expected to complete courses in their specialized field as well as related disciplines, in accordance with the required number of credits.
  The curriculum includes the acquisition of specialized knowledge, the study of research-related academic papers, and preparation for academic conference presentations.
• Learning Methods:
  Students will study program-specific courses such as Introduction to Affective Neuroscience and Introduction to Brain Cognition.
  In their assigned laboratories, they will acquire specialized academic knowledge, learn research methodologies, and develop skills for presenting research findings.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  Course evaluations are conducted based on the learning objectives set for each subject.
  In the assigned laboratory, students are also assessed on their engagement in active learning practices.

Sense of ethics

• Learning Content:
  Students will study issues related to research misconduct and research ethics through common courses, e-learning modules, and seminars covering legal frameworks relevant to research activities.
• Learning Methods:
  Students are required to study “Research Ethics,” a core course in the curriculum, and to complete e-learning modules on research ethics.
  Additionally, they must participate in training sessions necessary for conducting research, such as those related to clinical studies, genetic modification experiments, animal experimentation, and the use of radiation in research.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  Understanding and awareness of safety and ethics in the fields of medicine, pharmaceutical sciences, and science and engineering are evaluated based on their learning attitudes and performance on assignments.
  Evaluation is also conducted based on the completion status of e-learning programs on research ethics and participation in required training sessions, such as those related to clinical research, genetic modification experiments, animal experimentation, and radiation use.

Creativity

• Learning Content:
  Based on knowledge in both the specialized and related fields, the student will pursue original research on their own topic. Through the Special Research in Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, they will learn how to present their research findings in academic settings, such as master’s theses and conference presentations.
• Learning Methods:
  In the Special Research in Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, students cultivate creativity by conducting literature reviews related to their research topic, formulating research plans, and testing hypotheses through experimental approaches.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  The progress of the research, as well as the novelty and potential for further development of the findings, will be evaluated.

In the Master’s Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience, students are admitted based on their motivation to learn the fundamentals of drug development and formulation, and their aspiration to become creative researchers and engineers with sound judgment, in accordance with the educational objectives outlined in the diploma policy for degree completion and conferment.

To accommodate not only prospective undergraduate graduates but also a diverse range of students, including working professionals, the university offers both April and October admissions and conducts entrance examinations twice a year. Additionally, a special entrance examination is held for international students.

General Entrance Examination

Applicants are evaluated based on a written essay, an aptitude test, a foreign language (English) examination, an oral interview, and academic transcripts. These components are used to assess whether the applicant possesses the academic ability, motivation, and competencies equivalent to those of a four-year undergraduate program graduate.

Special Entrance Examination for International Students

Applicants are evaluated based on a written essay, an aptitude test, a foreign language (English) examination, an oral interview, and academic transcripts. These components are used to assess whether the applicant possesses the academic ability, motivation, and competencies equivalent to those of a four-year undergraduate program graduate.

Fundamental ability

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  In conducting research in the field of neuroscience, with a focus on cognitive and affective neuroscience, the student possesses foundational competencies in supporting disciplines such as life sciences, engineering, and the humanities.
  They demonstrate a strong intellectual curiosity toward specialized and interdisciplinary topics in neuroscience, cognitive science, and life sciences, and show a high level of motivation to pursue advanced and cutting-edge research.

Specialized knowledge

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  The student is capable of identifying research questions within their area of specialization.
  They also demonstrate a strong interest not only in their own field of expertise but also in related disciplines.

Sense of ethics

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  Possesses a general sense of ethics and morality.

Creativity

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  The student demonstrates a strong motivation to contribute to society through research by creatively engaging in the identification and resolution of issues within their area of specialization and its related fields.

The Doctoral Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience aims to cultivate highly specialized professionals and academic researchers who possess a broad academic foundation, advanced expertise, a strong ethical sense grounded in respect for humanity, comprehensive judgment, and rich creativity. These individuals are expected to play a leading role in a wide range of fields related to drug discovery and pharmaceutical engineering, such as pharmaceutical development and pharmaceutical technology, thereby contributing actively to academic advancement and society.
Based on this objective, students are required to be enrolled for a minimum of three years and receive appropriate research guidance. Upon acquiring fundamental competencies, specialized knowledge, ethical awareness, and creativity, and demonstrating sufficient academic achievement through the prescribed curriculum, they will be awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Neuroscience.

Fundamental ability

• Learning Outcomes:
  The student has acquired a broad and advanced knowledge of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience, along with comprehensive judgment essential for conducting research.
• Achievement Standards:
  The student must have earned the required credits for completion of lecture subjects.

Specialized knowledge

• Learning Outcomes:
  The student has acquired the specialized knowledge and technical skills necessary to independently conduct research activities as an educational researcher in the field of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience, as well as to engage in advanced professional duties.
• Achievement Standards:
  The student must have earned the coursework for ” Advanced Seminar in Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience” and ” Advanced Research in Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience.”

Sense of ethics

• Learning Outcomes:
  Has acquired a strong sense of research ethics, an understanding of relevant laws and regulations, and a deep respect for human dignity—qualities essential for engaging in academic and educational activities as a researcher.
• Achievement Standards:
  Successful completion of the course “Advanced Research in Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience.”
  Has developed a strong awareness of the ethical standards required for conducting research.

Creativity

• Learning Outcomes:
  The individual has acquired extensive academic knowledge and advanced capabilities that enable the integration and application of specialized expertise and high-level technical skills to conduct highly creative research. They are also equipped to address complex issues in the field of cognitive and affective neuroscience, and possess the ability to effectively explain and critically discuss research outcomes and their significance.
• Achievement Standards:
  Must have earned credits for the Special Research course, undergone the doctoral dissertation review and final examination, and received a passing evaluation.

In the Doctoral Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience is organized to cultivate the four core competencies outlined in the diploma policy for degree completion and conferment.
Based on a collaborative framework integrating pharmaceutical sciences, medicine, and science and engineering, the program offers a distinctive curriculum that comprehensively covers drug discovery and pharmaceutical engineering.

Over the course of three years, students engage in lectures, exercises, and laboratory training. In addition to common graduate-level courses and interdisciplinary subjects across pharmaceutical, medical, and engineering fields, students are encouraged to proactively select specialized courses offered by each discipline.
Exercises and special research projects are conducted in laboratories and other research settings.

Fundamental ability

• Learning Content:
  To acquire cutting-edge knowledge and techniques in the field of cognitive and Emotional neuroscience, specialized lectures and practical training sessions are conducted.
• Learning Methods:
  Learning is conducted through both lecture-based and hands-on formats.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  Comprehensive evaluation is conducted based on the grading criteria through examinations, reports, presentations, and other assessments administered in each course.

Specialized knowledge

• Learning Content:
  To acquire advanced expertise and technical skills required for educational researchers and professionals engaged in specialized work in the field of cognitive and affective neuroscience, seminars and the Advanced Research in Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience course are conducted.
• Learning Methods:
  Lectures are conducted either in person or through the advanced use of various media. In the exercises, students are introduced to the background, challenges, and latest findings in each field, followed by discussions based on these topics.
  In the ” Advanced Research in Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience ” course, students identify research challenges based on the background of each field and engage in those research topics while receiving practical guidance on advanced knowledge and techniques.
  To promote interdisciplinary and integrative education, a system is introduced in which students receive experimental and practical training in laboratories across different fields, and faculty members from other disciplines are appointed as co-supervisors.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  Assessed through presentations and Q&A sessions, with a comprehensive evaluation of the outcomes.

Sense of ethics

• Learning Content:
  To foster a strong sense of ethical standards in research and a deep respect for human dignity—qualities essential for advanced professionals and educational researchers—education in research ethics is provided.
• Learning Methods:
  Students receive guidance primarily through their principal and associate academic advisors on research ethics and respect for human dignity in the context of their advanced research projects.
  If students have not completed the graduate-level common course “Research Ethics” during the Master’s course, they are required to study it through lectures and e-learning formats.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  Students are evaluated based on the thesis assessment criteria concerning compliance with relevant laws and research ethics.

Creativity

• Learning Content:
  To cultivate advanced academic knowledge and the ability to articulate and critically discuss the value of research necessary for conducting highly creative studies, students undertake the Advanced Research in Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience. Through this, they pursue original research based on their own research themes, integrating expertise from both their specialized and related fields, culminating in the preparation of a doctoral dissertation and its presentation at the doctoral thesis symposium.
• Learning Methods:
  Under the guidance and feedback of faculty members, students receive instruction in the preparation of academic papers, presentation materials, and presentation techniques, leading to the completion of their doctoral dissertation.
• Evaluation Methods for Learning Outcomes:
  A comprehensive evaluation is conducted based on the doctoral dissertation presentation, responses during the Q&A session at the dissertation symposium, and the assessment of the dissertation and examination in accordance with the established evaluation criteria.

In the Doctoral Course in Program of Cognitive and Emotional Neuroscience, students are admitted based on their motivation to learn the fundamentals of drug development and formulation, and their aspiration to become creative researchers and engineers and educator with sound judgment, in accordance with the educational objectives outlined in the diploma policy for degree completion and conferment.

To accommodate not only prospective prospective Master’s Degree graduates but also a diverse range of students, including working professionals, the university offers both April and October admissions and conducts entrance examinations twice a year. Additionally, a special entrance examination is held for international students.

General Entrance Examination

Applicants are evaluated based on a written essay, an aptitude test, a foreign language (English) examination, an oral interview, and academic transcripts. These components are used to assess whether the applicant possesses the academic ability, motivation, and competencies equivalent to those of a master’s degree level.

Special Entrance Examination for International Students

Applicants are evaluated based on a written essay, an aptitude test, a foreign language (English) examination, an oral interview, and academic transcripts. These components are used to assess whether the applicant possesses the academic ability, motivation, and competencies equivalent to those of a master’s degree level.

Fundamental ability

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  The individual possesses the level of competence equivalent to that of a master’s degree graduate in supporting disciplines such as life sciences, engineering, and the humanities, which are foundational for conducting advanced research in neuroscience, with a particular focus on cognitive and emotional neuroscience. They also demonstrate a strong intellectual curiosity in both specialized and interdisciplinary topics within neuroscience, cognitive science, and life sciences, along with a clear motivation to pursue advanced and cutting-edge research.

Specialized knowledge

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  Possesses fundamental knowledge and language proficiency equivalent to the level of a master’s program graduate. They are capable of identifying and formulating research questions within their area of specialization, and demonstrate a strong interest not only in their own field but also in related disciplines.

Sense of ethics

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  Has acquired a general sense of ethics and moral awareness.

Creativity

• Expected Attributes and Abilities:
  Demonstrates a strong motivation to contribute to society through research by creatively engaging in the identification and resolution of issues within their area of specialization and related fields.