Organization

In March 2013, Six National Universities (Chiba University, Niigata University, Kanazawa University, Okayama University, Nagasaki University and Kumamoto University) established a mechanism for cooperation : “SixERS”. This Consortium was created to jointly enrich education, academic research, and social action while respecting each individual’s initiative. In addition to further develop highly trained graduates for leadership and advancement of academic research in a globalizing world. SixERS will promote the collaboration as set forth below:

1. To establish and implement a collaborative curriculum and joint education programs.
2. To establish and implement joint research programs.
3. To promote global activities.
4. To promote social action.
5. Other activities which Six National Universities regard as necessary based on a negotiated agreement.