Assessment of Learning Outcomes
Grading
As a general rule, grades for courses are evaluated on a 100-point scale based on exams, reports, and other assignments conducted each semester. A score of 60 or higher is considered a passing grade, and credits are awarded. The grading criteria are outlined in the table below. Since grading methods vary by course, please check the “Grading Method” section of the syllabus. Some courses may be graded on a pass/fail basis.
Please note that all registered courses are subject to grading. Even in the following cases, grades will be assigned unless the course registration is canceled within the specified period.
① If eligibility requirements (attendance of at least two-thirds of class hours) are not met
② If the course is abandoned midway through the term
③ If the student is registered for the course but has not attended a single class
Grading Criteria
| Pass/Fail | Review | Rating | Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passed | Hide | 90–100 points | Achievements that demonstrate a thorough understanding and mastery of the knowledge, skills, and concepts outlined in the learning objectives, and that far exceed the standard level of achievement |
| Yu | 80–89 points | Achieving results that exceed the standard level of attainment, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the knowledge, skills, and concepts outlined in the learning objectives | |
| Good | 70–79 points | A grade indicating that the student has understood and grasped the knowledge, skills, and ways of thinking outlined in the learning objectives, is able to apply them to assigned tasks, and has achieved a level of proficiency generally considered standard. | |
| Yes | 60–69 points | A grade that indicates the student has understood and grasped the knowledge, skills, and ways of thinking outlined in the learning objectives, even though their performance falls below the standard level of achievement | |
| Failed | Not allowed | 59 points or less | Grades that indicate the student has not demonstrated an understanding or grasp of the knowledge, skills, and concepts outlined in the learning objectives, and are therefore deemed insufficient for earning course credit |
GPA
Our university uses the GPA (Grade Point Average) as one method of evaluating students' academic performance.While there are various methods for calculating GPA, our university uses a method called "functional GPA," which calculates the GPA for eligible courses using the following formula. However, for courses in which a student receives a failing grade of 59 points or less, the calculation "course score minus 55" is uniformly set to zero. Additionally, the GPA is rounded to the nearest hundredth.
Maximum number of credits that can be registered (excluding the School of Medicine)
(1) To ensure that students have sufficient time for preparatory and review work in both general education and major-specific courses, thereby enabling them to successfully complete their coursework, the university has set a maximum of 22 credits per semester. Students may not register for more than this limit.
However, for courses that do not count toward graduation requirements or are offered as intensive courses, students may register for them separately from the 22-credit limit, in accordance with separate regulations.
Note that for courses offered over multiple semesters, the number of credits for each semester is calculated by dividing the total number of credits for the course by the number of semesters in which it is offered.
Please note that credit transfer courses available at the Open University of Japan, Kochi Prefectural University, Kochi University of Technology, and Kochi National College of Technology are also subject to the registration limit.
(2) The maximum number of credits that can be registered applies to first- through third-year students. Fourth-year students are not subject to this limit. Even if a student takes a leave of absence, the maximum number of credits that can be registered no longer applies once they reach their fourth year.
(3) Special Provisions for Students with Outstanding Academic Performance
Students with outstanding academic performance who meet the conditions listed below (A and B) may register for courses exceeding the standard credit limit by submitting the “Application for Special Exemption Regarding Credit Limits.” Please complete the application process within the designated period at the Student Services Center, the Academic Affairs Office of your respective faculty, or the Academic Affairs Office at the Monobe Campus.
The application period will be announced via posted notices.
Criteria for Academic Excellence
A. The student must have earned at least 32 credits in courses subject to the maximum credit limit (hereinafter referred to as “eligible courses”) over the past year.
(b) The GPA for the relevant courses graded over the past year must be 3.0 or higher.
Duration of Study and Graduation
The standard duration of study for undergraduate programs at this university is four years (six years for the School of Medicine). To graduate, students must earn at least 124 credits (137 or 149 credits for the School of Education’s Teacher Training Program, 227 credits for the School of Medicine, and 128 credits for the School of Nursing).
The standard duration of study is two years for master’s and professional degree programs, and three years for doctoral programs (four years for the medical program). To complete each program, master’s students must earn at least 30 credits and submit a master’s thesis or equivalent. Professional degree students must earn 46 credits.For doctoral programs, students must earn at least 14 credits (30 credits for medical majors) and submit a doctoral dissertation.
For more details, please refer to the course catalog.