The school was established in 2005 to focus specifically on environmental problems, which constitute one of the greatest challenges facing humanity today. In recognition of the fact that effective environmental study spans a number of scholastic disciplines, the curriculum combines social and natural sciences including law, policy, administration, economics, population, energy and chemistry. The school is devoted to fostering graduates able to serve effectively as business persons, specialists or scholars in the area of environmental protection.

Sophia University is a leading private university in Japan with 12,000 students and a diverse international teaching staff consisting of more than 1,000 members. Located in Tokyo’s Chiyoda district near the National Diet and Imperial Palace, Sophia is easily accessible by train and subway.

Master of Arts in Environmental Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Studies