Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Arts

The application deadline for Bachelor in Interdisciplinary Arts is Nov 11, 2026. The tuition fee is 10,634 USD per year.

The Interdisciplinary Arts program at iCLA is designed for students who are passionate about creativity and cultural exploration. This bachelor’s degree spans three years and offers a unique opportunity to study visual arts, music, film, theater, and language studies. Ideal for those who thrive in dynamic environments, this program encourages students to blend their interests and develop a personalized academic path.

Throughout the curriculum, students engage in a diverse range of subjects, including Fine Art, Graphic Design, Audio Engineering, and Japanese Culture. The program emphasizes hands-on learning and collaboration, allowing students to participate in projects that enhance their creative skills. By exploring various disciplines, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the arts and develop critical thinking abilities essential for navigating today’s fast-paced world.

Graduates of the Interdisciplinary Arts program can pursue various career paths, including roles as graphic designers, audio engineers, film directors, and content creators. They may find employment in industries such as entertainment, education, and media. The skills acquired in this program are transferable, enabling graduates to adapt to different fields and contribute creatively in any professional setting.

You can study liberal arts and digital science together at iCLA, the international college of Yamanashi Gakuin University, about 90 minutes by train from central Tokyo in the prefecture that is home to Mt. Fuji. Established in 2015, iCLA lets you design your own major across six fields, and this catalogue lists all six.

The International College of Liberal Arts (iCLA) is the international department of Yamanashi Gakuin University, a private institution founded in 1946. iCLA was established in 2015 to take the university's globalisation agenda forward, and its six majors (Data Science, Global Business and Economics, Interdisciplinary Arts, Japan Studies, Political Science and Psychology) can also be combined under a design-your-own-major option that draws courses from across the college.

How tuition works

Tuition for years two through four is ¥1,696,000 a year, made up of ¥1,316,000 in tuition and ¥380,000 in facility fees. Your first year adds a one-off ¥200,000 enrolment fee on top of that figure. Teaching combines the college's liberal arts foundation with digital science, on the view that understanding technology is now part of a rounded education.

Yamanashi

You will study in Yamanashi Prefecture, best known as the home of Mt. Fuji, about 90 minutes by train from central Tokyo. The prefecture's sunny climate suits hiking, cycling and skiing depending on the season, and local craft markets and festivals run throughout the year. iCLA's international office supports you with the practical side of life in Japan, from part-time work permits to opening a bank account.