The College of Policy Science has developed a unique curriculum of research and presentation over the four years, from the first to the fourth year of study.

Each year, students discover a research theme, conduct research and surveys, present their findings and write reports and papers on their findings, thereby developing their ability to think and solve problems and put policy into practice. It also allows students to develop the skills required in the real world, such as communication and presentation skills.

The “P.S. Academic Fiesta” is the place where outstanding research outcomes by students from each year are presented.

In the "Introduction to Academic Research" classes, first-year students learn the basics of research, such as how to conduct research and research methods, while each student finds a research theme, formulates a research plan, and prepares a research proposal. They then present it at the "Research Proposal Competition”.

From the second semester, students create a group project, conduct fieldwork, and spend a year conducting research in practicum subjects called "Introduction to On-site Research I, II” After presenting the results of their research at the "Presentation Session," students prepare a project report in the form of a thesis.

The third-year students then delve deeper into their own research. After an interim presentation at the "P.S. Exposition," the research will eventually lead to a graduation thesis for the fourth-year students.

The “P.S. Academic Fiesta” is the culmination of a year of research. Students and groups selected through the “Research Proposal Competition”, the “Presentation Session”, and the “P.S. Exposition” present their research. The best presentation is selected after a question-and-answer session and evaluation by all faculty members of the College of Policy Science.

PS Academic Fiesta Finalists from CRPS major