P1: COIL-based learning (Collaborative Online International Learning)*

This is a course provided as part of the step-up education program in the introductory curriculum.In the “Information and Data Science” course, students from both Japan and the United States will learn and engage in discussions about new technologies, such as generative AI. Through this collaborative learning, students will enhance their “Information, Data, and AI Literacy” from an international perspective, fostering critical thinking and ethical reasoning skills.
*The U.S. universities call this program “Virtual International Education (VIE)”

VIE programs in Academic Year 2023

VIE programs in Academic Year 2024

VIE programs in Academic Year 2025

P2: International Co-creation Workshop
(in the U.S.A.)

Academic Year 2023 (April 2023-March 2024)
2024/2/11-2024/2/22　START Texas　Report
2024/2/24-2024-3/6　START Purdue　Report

Academic Year 2024 (April 2024-March 2025)
2025/2/24-2025/3/6　START Arizona　Report
2025/3/2-2025-3/12　START Purdue　Report

P2: International Co-creation Workshop
in Japan

Students from both Japan and the United States will participate in a short-term intensive workshop conducted both online and on-site. They will work on planning and developing initiatives aimed at the social implementation of AI and solving social issues using AI. Stakeholders, including companies and local governments, will also be involved in this process.

Japan-U.S. Joint Summer Program 2024
from August 2nd to August 11th.

A total of 48 participants joined, with 19 from Japan and 29 from the United States.　Report
The relevant page on Arizona State University’s website
NEWSLETTER from Purdue University

Highlights of the Summer Program (Video)

Japan-U.S. Joint Summer Program 2025
from August 2nd to August 11th.
A total of 47 participants joined, with 15 from Japan and 32 from the United States.　Report

Summer Program Activities (Video)
(Please note: The video is still being edited.)

P3: Semester Study Abroad
(Specialized Courses)

Study abroad exchanges between Japan and the United States will be implemented, allowing students to enhance their specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, they will gain the ability to apply and utilize AI in society while adapting to a cross-cultural environment.

P4: Internship

Students will learn about the interoperability of AI governance, as well as the societal needs and risks associated with new technologies such as generative AI, through hands-on experiences. They will develop practical skills to connect their learning to real-world implementation and the solving of societal challenges.

Academic Year 2024　5 Interns from the University of Texas　Report
Academic Year 2025　3 Interns from the University of Texas　Report *To be uploaded