• upage_Osaka

    The University of Osaka
    Osaka, Japan

    The University of Osaka is committed to contributing to global society through the upholding of its motto, “Live Locally, Grow Globally.” It prides itself in successfully conducting research and educating the next generation of scholars in a multitude of disciplines ranging from humanities, social sciences, medicine, dentistry and pharmaceutical science, to life and engineering sciences.

    The University of Osaka was founded as Japan’s sixth national university in 1931 and has evolved into one of the country’s most prominent institutions. As part of the efforts to strengthen international activities, The University of Osaka opened four overseas offices. They are the North American Center for Academic Initiatives in Berkeley, USA, in 2004, European Center for Academic Initiatives in Groningen, The Netherlands, in 2005, ASEAN Center for Academic Initiatives in Bangkok, Thailand, in 2006 and East Asian Center for Academic Initiatives in Shanghai, China, in 2010.

    Furthermore, The University of Osaka ’s strong education and research capacities were enhanced by merging with the former The University of Osaka of Foreign Studies in 2007, creating a synergy to improve international cooperation and research on global issues. The University of Osaka will accept researchers from all over the world so as to blend a variety of knowledge and skills. In doing so, it is our hope that our campuses will become places where talented, innovative thinkers are educated, and outstanding research is produced. Furthermore, it is through these initiatives that we aim to contribute to achieving the SDGs.

    Website: https://www.osaka-u.ac.jp/en

    VSE Season 3, 2025-26: Courses offered by The University of Osaka


    Application Deadline

    Students must submit an application to the VSE Central Office before:
    May 25, 2026 12:00 noon Hong Kong Time (UTC+8)


    Course Information

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    Number of Credits1
    Offering DepartmentInstitute for International Initiatives
    Course TeacherENKHTUR ARIUNAA
    Language of InstructionEnglish
    First Day of ClassAug 17, 2026
    Last Day of ClassAug 26, 2026
    Course ComponentLecture
    Mode of TeachingSynchronous/Asynchronous
    Meeting TimeMon-Fri 1500-1630
    Time ZoneUTC+09
    Course Description This intensive online course aims to develop students’ understanding of SDGs by bringing together inspirational speakers and educators from diverse disciplinary backgrounds, who share their experiences and views in addressing local and global sustainability challenges. Through lectures and discussions, students will gain a coherent and situated understanding of SDGs framework, its global local implications as well as needs for action.
    Course Outline88A067
    Course Prerequisites/Restrictions(1) English communication skills (no need for English language test scores). While the classes will be entirely in English, we welcome students willing to improve their English skills. (2) Interest in SDGs, sustainability, global communication, and creative works are helpful. (3) Students from diverse fields of studies are welcome.
    Points to Note for StudentsAssignment: (1) Post at least one reflection note to the Discussion Board (CLE) and comment on other students' entries. (2) Submit a short report at the end of the course.


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