We have concluded a partnership agreement with the Agency for Cultural Affairs.

On Thursday, March 27, 2025, the Agency for Cultural Affairs, the National Council of University Consortiums, and the University Consortium Kyoto announced the “Agreement on Collaboration between the Agency for Cultural Affairs, the National Council of University Consortiums, and the University Consortium Kyoto with the aim of contributing to the promotion of culture and the arts and regional revitalization in Japan.”was concluded.

The signing ceremony was held at the Agency for Cultural Affairs (Kyoto Government Building) and was signed by Shunichi Tokura, Commissioner of the Agency for Cultural Affairs, and Katsuhiro Ohara, President of Doshisha University, Representative Secretary of the National University Consortium Council and President of the University Consortium Kyoto.

 

【Report】The 22nd High School-University Collaborative Education Forum Report is now available

The 22nd High School-University Collaborative Education Forum was held on Saturday, November 16, 2024

Nurturing “learning” that leads from high school to university and society
~From the Perspective of Career Development and Development of High School and University Students~

The report collection has been completed.
Click on each item below to view the PDF file. All Pages
You can also view the batch report in PDF format from the link below.

Part 1

Opening Remarks
Explanation of purpose Nurturing “learning” that leads from high school to university and society
~From the Perspective of Career Development and Development of High School and University Students~
Keynote Speech 1 The Value of “I” in Learning
~To make schools more and more “free places”~
Keynote Speech 2 High school and university learning connected by “inquiry × career education”
Designated Discussion and Q&A

Part 2: Breakout Sessions

Session 1 How do we connect inquiry activities in high school to career development and development for high school students?
~From the viewpoint of instruction, school system, outlook and suffering~
Session 2 Career Education through High School and University Collaboration
-What is a sustainable and meaningful way to collaborate for both universities and high schools? -
Subcommittee 3 Challenges and Challenges of Information Education in High School and University
~The Future of Exam Guidance and AI Education~

Special Breakout Session (1)

Risk Management in University Entrance Examinations
Co-organizer: JACUAP University Admissions Professional Association

Special Breakout Session (2)

How should we approach the transition between the time of comprehensive inquiry and the inquiry in the subject?


* You can see the full-page report collection here.
Report on the 22nd Forum on Collaborative Education between High School and University
Part 1
Part 2

Contact us

University Consortium Kyoto, Educational Development Division, High School-University Collaboration Project
TEL 075-353-9153 FAX 075-353-9101
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Business hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00 (excluding year-end and New Year holidays)

Notice of recruitment for Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project”

1. Business Overview

Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto are implementing the “University Regional Collaboration Creation and Support Project (nicknamed the Gakumachi Collaboration Project)” to support the efforts by granting support funds to projects and projects that work on urban development and regional revitalization in Kyoto through “collaboration” between universities, students, and local communities.
This year marks the 21st year of the program, which has been implemented since the 16th academic year, with the aim of developing human resources by securing practical education and research opportunities for universities, and for local communities, solving local issues and revitalizing them through the knowledge of the university and the vitality of students.


Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Application Guidelines

2. Target Organizations

An organization or group (*) of students from a university consortium Kyoto member university or junior college, with the majority of members being students and the representative being a student. If the program consists of students from more than one university, the majority of the students are students from a university consortium Kyoto member university or junior college.                                                  * University departments, laboratories, seminars, clubs, student circles (circles composed of students from multiple universities are also possible), etc.

< precautions>
As a general rule, only one project can be applied for from the same organization or group. If there are multiple applications, it may be adopted as a single project or rejected. In addition, even if the application is from another organization or group, if it is considered to be the same business, we will make a decision on how to handle it after confirming the purpose of the project and the necessary confirmation of the affiliated organizations.
* If you are unsure of your decision, please contact us. We will consider it according to the specific details of the application.

3. Target Businesses

With the aim of solving local issues and revitalizing the city of Kyoto, projects that are implemented in Kyoto City during the fiscal year and that meet the following requirements are eligible.
However, political activities, religious activities, activities that promote specific ideas, violent or destructive activities, commercial businesses, etc. are excluded.

【Requirements】
(1) Projects in which organizations and groups collaborate and collaborate with local communities (residents’ organizations, civic activity groups, businesses, etc., mainly in the Kyoto city area) and in which students take the initiative in their activities.                                                                                    

* For new businesses, those that can be expected to collaborate with the local community in the future are also acceptable.
Please contact us if you have not decided on a specific partner at the time of application.                                                        * Collaborative and collaborative projects are activities that collaborate with local organizations to tackle local issues and participate in and support the movements of local organizations.                                                                   * Administrative agencies may be included as collaborators, but cooperation with administrative agencies alone is not possible.
Examples: Health and welfare, social education, community development, promotion of academic, cultural, artistic or sports, environmental conservation,
Surveys and research in various fields such as community safety, citizen lectures, events, etc.

(2) Those who have not received any subsidies or subsidies from Kyoto City other than the Gakumachi Collaboration Project.

4. Amount and number of donations

Up to 300,000 yen / 10-15 cases

* At the results report meeting scheduled to be held in March of Reiwa 7, the implementing organization (1 organization) recognized as the most excellent will be commended (certificates, trophies, and activity incentives of 100,000 yen will be issued separately).

5. About the application

(1) Application period

Reiwa April 2 (Tue) ~ May 31 (Fri) 13:00
* Documents can only be submitted as data, and paper submission is not required.

(2) Reiwa 6 Business recruitment briefing session * Held online

Date: (1) Saturday, April 20, Reiwa 6, 14:00〜
(2) Thursday, May 9, Reiwa 6, 18:00〜
We also accept questions about how to write an application.

             

(3) How to apply

Step 1 Before You Start Writing Your Application

We recommend reading the master plan of the administrative district in which the activity will be carried out! In addition, please listen to the opinions of local people and related government agencies as much as possible regarding the background of the project implementation and the needs of the community. If you have any questions about the basic plan of the ward or points to keep in mind when working in the community, you can also consult with the Regional Power Promotion Office of each ward office or branch.
In addition to reconfirming and sharing your objectives and achievement goals, let’s discuss and think once again within the group whether the business content you are thinking about is the best way to achieve your objectives. In addition, for continuing projects, let’s thoroughly summarize the efforts made so far and organize the points for improvement and novelty so that they can be reflected in the application form.

Step 2 Let’s write an application!

< You can download the application form from the link below>
Reiwa 6 Recruitment Guidelines
Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project” application form (Microsoft Word)
Example of application entry

Points to fill in

★ Let’s check the judging criteria!
Let’s find out what criteria are used to judge the case.

★ What is the purpose of the business? Write down your purpose and local needs.
The group that listened to the opinions of local people and ward offices in step 1 should also write the contents.

★ Who are you working with (or planning to work with)? What is the role of each? Let’s be specific.
The Gakumachi Collaboration emphasizes learning that can be obtained by collaborating with the university, students, and the community toward the same goal. Let’s write carefully about what kind of role the partner will play.

If you have trouble writing application documents…
“It’s an event involving the elderly, but should I take measures against infectious diseases?”, “I want to set up an internet environment, but can I use the support money?” If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact the University Consortium Kyoto. Consultations are also available by phone, email, and online.

Step 3 Register your business outline

Please use the form below to register your business overview.

 

Step 4 Submission of application documents

Please fill out the (1) application form (Microsoft WORD) downloaded in step 2 of this page during the application period, and (2) submit it together with reference data (if available) from the submission form below.
(1) Application document data (Microsoft WORD)
(2) Reference data (up to about 10 pages in A4 size) Please submit it as a PDF. * Only if there is one
* Submission of paper media is not required for both (1) and (2).

 

6. Main Schedule for the Future

Primary screening: After the application deadline ~ mid-June of Reiwa 6
Second screening (public presentation screening): Sunday, June 30, Reiwa 6 * Held at Campus Plaza Kyoto
Notification of support project decision and selection results: Mid-July of Reiwa 6
Certification ceremony and exchange meeting: Mid-July of Reiwa 6 * A certificate will be issued by Kyoto City for the certified project.
Interim report: Mid~end of October 6th year of Reiwa * Submission of documents
Final report: March 7, Reiwa * Submission of documents
Report: Mid ~ end of March 7th year of Reiwa

Inquiries

University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL :075-353-9130 FAX: 075-353-9101
MAIL:gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

SD Guidebook 2025-2026 has been released!

The SD Guidebook was created for those who have just started working as university staff with the aim of raising their awareness of working in higher education by getting them interested in SD (Staff Development), which refers to efforts to develop the skills of university staff. We hope that this will help develop the skills of the university staff who will be responsible for the future management of the university.
You can download the PDF file, so please make use of it.

Ⅰ. What is SD?
II. Functions Required of University Staff
III..SD Project of the University Consortium Kyoto
IV. SD-related programs in Japan
V..Distinctive Training Programs at Member Schools
VI. Sources of information on higher education and national policy trends
VII.. Selected periodicals and SD-related books on higher education

Publisher: University Consortium Kyoto SD Training Committee

[Click here for details]

We will hold a report meeting on the results of the Reiwa 6th year “Gakumachi Collaboration Project”! !!

Kyoto City and the University Consortium Kyoto will hold a report meeting on the results of the “Gakumachi Collaboration Project (University Regional Collaboration Creation and Support Project)” in the Reiwa 6 to support efforts for regional revitalization implemented in collaboration between universities, students, and the local community.

At the debriefing session, the 12 organizations selected this year will look back on their activities so far and present the results of their efforts.
Why don’t you find new possibilities for collaboration between the university and the local community and hints for regional revitalization from the reports of accredited projects by students, such as regional development through the inheritance of local customs and culture?

Click here for an overview of the projects of the selected organizations ↓↓↓
Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Selected Organizations 

 

Reiwa 6th year “Learning Town Collaboration Project” results report meeting

Date & Time Thursday, March 20, Reiwa 7 11:00~17:00 (scheduled to end)
Venue Campus Plaza Kyoto 2nd Floor Hall
Flow of the day

11:00~ Opening session, presentation of results by Reiwa 6 selected organizations
*1 presentation @ 15 minutes (including questions and substitutions) 12 projects
15:30~ Opinion exchange and exchange meeting (*Participation is limited to selected organizations)
16:25~ Award Ceremony and Commentary
17:00 Closing (tentative)


* Please see here for the detailed schedule ↓↓↓
 Reiwa 6th Academic Town Collaboration Project Achievement Report Meeting Report Meeting Schedule  

 

Participation

・Application required
Please apply using the “Apply here” form below.

Participation Fee free


●Click here for information leaflets
Achievement Report Meeting Flyer  

●Click here for details on the contents of the Gakumachi Collaboration Project
https://www.consortium.or.jp/project/chiiki/gakumachi

 

We are accepting applications for participation during the period of March 4 (Tue) ~ March 19 (Wed) in the 7th year of Reiwa.
If you would like to participate, please apply using the application form below.
 

 

Inquiries and applications

Public Interest Incorporated Foundation University Consortium Kyoto Gakumachi Collaboration Project
TEL :075-353-9130 FAX: 075-353-9101
MAIL:gakumachi-admin-ml■consortium.or.jp
(Please change ■ to @ and send)
〒600-8216 Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Nishitoin-dori, Shiokoji, Shimo-ku, Kyoto, Campus Plaza Kyoto
* Reception hours: Tuesday ~ Saturday 9:00 ~ 17:00

University Consortium Kyoto 2023 Project Implementation Report Meeting

Since its establishment in 1994, the University Consortium Kyoto has developed diverse, advanced, and challenging projects in close collaboration with member universities and junior colleges, local communities, industry, the business community, and local governments as the first university consortium organization in Japan and a platform for university and regional collaboration. Currently, we are diligently promoting our business based on the Fifth Stage Plan, which is a five-year medium-term plan from FY2019 to FY2023.
We will hold the following “Project Implementation Report Meeting” to report on the main projects implemented in FY2023 by each business division. We will also provide an overview of the Sixth Stage Plan, which will begin in fiscal 2024.
It will be held at the end of the fiscal year, and we look forward to your participation.

1. Date and time

Friday, March 15, 2024 10:00 a.m. ~ 11:00 a.m.

2. Format

Online (Zoom meeting) * The Zoom meeting URL will be provided to the applicant at a later date.

3. Contents

(1) FY2023 Project Implementation Report at the University Consortium Kyoto
(2) Outline of the University Consortium Kyoto Stage Plan (2024-2028)
(3) Q&A

4. How to apply

Please apply by Friday, March 8, 2024 from the link below.
 

 

5. Inquiries regarding this matter

University Consortium Kyoto
Research & Public Relations Division (Kawai)
TEL: 075-353-9130 / FAX: 075-353-9101
E-mail: type3■consortium.or.jp (Please replace ■ with @)