International Graduate Programs Fukuoka, JAPAN

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1 International Graduate Programs 2016 Fukuoka, JAPAN

2 Opening the Door to a New Century of Knowledge You can now pursue a whole range of academic degrees through programs taught entirely in English at Kyushu University, one of the most prestigious institutions of higher education in. Message from the President Chiharu Kubo, MD, PhD President, Kyushu University Join us and lead the global society from Kyushu, Fukuoka Kyushu University, established in 1911, is the fourth oldest institution of higher education that was part of the former Imperial University system. Throughout our 100-year history, we have produced numerous graduates who have contributed immeasurably to the advancement of knowledge in Japan and abroad. In July 2009, we were chosen by the Japanese Government as one of thirteen universities to spearhead the globalization of higher education in Japan through a five-year grant (the Global 30 Project). Thanks to this grant, we are offering over 60 degree programs taught entirely in English at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in With the launch of the English programs, students can now learn under the tutelage of our world-class researchers without worrying about mastering Japanese. I strongly encourage you to take advantage of this outstanding opportunity to join Kyushu University, one of the most prestigious universities in Japan, to gain the knowledge necessary for launching your career as an expert in your chosen field. 01

3 How to Use Contents *Left-hand page is the description of programs offered in English. If you apply for these programs, basically you don t need to prove your Japanese language proficiency. *Right-hand page is a list of all programs (including programs offered in Japanese). Some programs require minimum Japanese language test score. Message from the President... 01P About Kyushu University... 03P Student Voices... 04P Graduate School of Humanities Graduate students in the Humanities Department specialize in one of 11 fields: Philosophy and Ethics, Asian Philosophy, Art Studies, Japanese Culture, Japanese History, Asian History, the History of Western and Islamic Civilizations, Geography, Japanese and Chinese Literature, Western Literature, and Linguistics. Master s students are expected to study not only their major field, but also other cross-curricular humanities subjects. Our program familiarizes students with a broad range of fields in the belief that this will contribute to the development of individual character. We have a strong desire to promote international exchange and have accepted a large number of students from Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Our graduates work in education, research, the civil service, business, journalism and various other fields. Programs Offered in English B Department Philosophy Course / Sections Philosophy and Ethics / Oriental Ideas / Aesthetics and the History of Arts / International Master's Program in Japanese Humanities (MA only) D Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to : , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Kaizuka Administrative Office, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section 1 Campus Locations... 04P International Master s Program in Japanese Humanities The International Master s Program (IMAP) in Japanese Humanities welcomes a select group of international and local students to pursue an M.A. degree. The IMAP in Japanese Humanities offers courses in the fields of history, art history and visual culture, religion, premodern Japanese (kanbun and bungo), geography, linguistics, methodologies for selected research fields, and other facets of the humanities. Courses cover all historical periods; however, the emphasis is on premodern Japan and its relationship to East Asia. The program offers closely supervised instruction and rigorous small seminars in English customized to meet students long-term academic goals. Students may also enroll in Japanese- and English-taught courses offered by other departments in Kyushu University. The culmination of the program is a Master s thesis in English featuring independent research. Proximity to cultural and historical resources and full access to the educational benefits and facilities of a world-class Japanese university are a hallmark of the program. C Japanese History / History and Geography Asian History / History of Western & Islamic Civilizations / Geography Japanese and Chinese Literature / Language and Literature Western Literature / Linguistics Degrees Offered Master (Literature) Doctor (Literature) Program Application Period Research Students April Admission : February October Admission : September Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for the International Master s Program in Japanese Humanities <Selection Process> Screening of application documents and interviews List of International Graduate Programs...05P Language Requirement... 06P April Admission 1st Application Period : From late July to early August Master s Program 2nd Application Period : From middle of December to January October Admission : www2.lit.kyushu-u.ac.jp/en/ [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] A Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members From late November to late March International Master's Program in Japanese Humanities Only. April Admission 1st Application Period : From late July to early August Doctoral Program 2nd Application Period : From December to January October Admission From middle December to middle January Check Information of each Graduate School...07P A Contact If you have any questions, please contact this address directly. C Application Procedure Confirmation of Acceptance Before Arrival in Japan Selection process is following only if it s available. Scholarships... 43P Admission Procedure... 45P Tuition and other fees... 45P Emergency security plan... 45P B Department Course Degrees Offered D Each Program s Application Period Each Program has different application period. Please check the URL below for more details. Living Expenses... 46P Discover FUKUOKA... 46P 02

4 About Kyushu University Founded in 1911 as one of Japan s seven Imperial Universities, Kyushu University has established itself as a leader in education and research not just in Japan, but throughout Asia. It consists of 11 undergraduate schools, 18 graduate schools, and one university hospital, and currently has a total of roughly 20,000 students and over 2,000 faculty members. Chronological Outline January 1911 October 1947 October 2003 April 2004 Schools Undergraduate Schools (11) Graduate Schools (18) Research Institutes (5) University Hospital Founded as Kyushu Imperial University Renamed as Kyushu University Merged with the Kyushu Institute of Design Became a National University Corporation (1) Letters, (2) Education, (3) Law, (4) Economics, (5) Sciences, (6) Medicine, (7) Dentistry, (8) Pharmaceutical Sciences, (9) Engineering, (10) Design, and (11) Agriculture (1) Humanities, (2) Integrated Sciences for Global Society, (3) Human-Environment Studies, (4) Law, (5) Law School (Professional Graduate School), (6) Economics, (7) Sciences, (8) Mathematics, (9) Systems Life Sciences, (10) Medical Sciences, (11) Dental Science, (12) Pharmaceutical Sciences, (13) Engineering, (14) Design, (15) Information Science and Electrical Engineering, (16) Engineering Sciences, (17) Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences, and (18) Integrated Frontier Sciences (1) Medical Institutes of Bioregulation, (2) Research Institute for Applied Mechanics, and (3) Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering, (4) Institute of Mathematics for Industry, (5) International Institute for Carbon-Neutral Energy Research (WPI Program) 1,415 beds Number of International Students (As of May 2015) Others 212 Undergraduate Students 267 Research Students 200 By Academic Status Graduate Students 1,418 Prominent Alumni Mongolia 18 Myanmar 21 Cambodia 14 U.S.A. 30 Bangladesh 33 France 22 Taiwan 38 Egypt 42 Thailand 44 Vietnam 61 Malaysia 56 Indonesia 117 Korea 259 By Country China 1,059 Total:2097 (from 92 countries and regions) It s only natural, considering the long history of diplomatic relations and geographical proximity, that the majority of international students studying at Kyushu University are from Asia (85.0%). However, we also have many students from Europe (5.2%) and Africa (4.2%). In line with our traditional emphasis on Asia, we have produced a significant number of notable graduates from that region. They include: Guo Moruo (Chinese author, poet, historian, archaeologist, and government official, M.D. 1923); Luong Dinh Cua ( Father of Vietnamese Agriculture, B.S. 1947); Vo Tong Xuan (Recipient of a 2003 Ramon Magsaysay Award, Ph.D ). One of our more noted Japanese alumni is astronaut Koichi Wakata (Ph.D. 2004), who successfully completed a four-month mission at the International Space Station and returned to Earth in July

5 Student Voices Kurtis Hanlon (From the U.S.A) International Master s Program in Japanese Humanities Graduate School of Humanities Kyushu University truly offers a unique opportunity to study in Japan. Fukuoka is a vibrant area full of historical significance and cosmopolitan amenities. As a student of the humanities, my prior studies had centered on the Kyoto and Nara area, but one of the greatest joys I have had is discovering all the culture this area has to offer. The campus and libraries are wonderful resources that allow students to deepen their knowledge about their chosen field, and the ability to take classes in both English and Japanese is perfect for students with a future in or connected to Japan. Campus Locations Ekenechukwu Okafor (From the Federal Republic of Nigeria) International Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering Graduate School of Engineering My over four years of graduate school experience at Kyushu University have been fulfilling. The well-equipped laboratories with advanced research facilities, the international students-friendly university system and campus environment, and the location of the university in one of the world s most livable cities make Kyushu University a choice institution for oversea graduate studies. I m impressed with the curriculum of the international graduate program taught entirely in English, the highly experienced and supportive teaching staff, and the international students support system of the university. The large international student community with their extracurricular activities has also contributed in making my life here quite blissful. Junjun Ni (From China) International Doctoral Program in Dental Science Graduate School of Dental Sciences The quiet atmosphere, strict professors and kind staffs of Hospital Campus give me a great impression. During the past two years, I enjoyed studying and living in this place. Moreover, the advanced science and technology are deeply attracting me. In every discussion and seminar, I am always learning a lot from my professors and laboratory friends. They guide me, inspire me and enrich my experience in both research and personal life. The greatest changes are I m more interested in my research and becoming loving sashimi. I just feel proud to be a student of Kyushu University. Hope to see you here. Kyushu University has five campuses in all, with most in Fukuoka City. Students study on different campuses according to each major. Most students in science courses will study on the Ito Campus, where the latest equipment and facilities are available. Ito Campus Hakozaki Campus Ito Campus Hakozaki Campus Hospital Campus Ohashi Campus Hospital Campus Chikushi Campus Ohashi Campus Nishitetsu JR Subway Expressway Chikushi Campus 03 04

6 Graduate School Program Degree Offered M = Master s Degree D = Doctoral Degree Graduate School of Humanities International Master s Program in Japanese Humanities M Graduate School of Integrated Sciences for Global Society International Master s/doctoral Program in Integrated Science for Global Society M/D Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies International Master s/doctoral Course in Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems M/D LL.D. Program D IEBL Program (LL.M. in International Economic and Business Law) M Graduate School of Law BiP (Bilingual Master's Program in Laws LL.M.) M YLP (Young Leaders' Program LL.M.) M List of International Graduate Programs Graduate School of Economics Graduate School of Sciences Graduate School of Mathematics Graduate School of Systems Life Sciences Graduate School of Medical Sciences Graduate School of Dental Science Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences CSPA Program (Master of Laws in Comparative Studies of Politics and Administration in Asia) International Master s/doctoral Program in Economics (IMPE/IDPE) International Master s/doctoral Program in the Graduate School of Sciences International Master s/doctoral Program in Mathematics International Doctoral Program in Systems Life Sciences International Doctoral Program in Medical Science International Master s Program in Asia Health Sciences International Doctoral Program in Health Sciences International Doctoral Program in Dental Science International Course in the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences M M/D M/D M/D D D M D D M/D International Master s/doctoral Program in Applied Chemistry M/D International Master's/Doctoral Program in Materials Science and Engineering M/D International Master's/Doctoral Program in Chemical Engineering M/D International Master s/doctoral Program in Civil and Structural Engineering M/D International Master's/Doctoral Program in Urban and Environmental Engineering M/D Graduate School of Engineering International Master's/Doctoral Program in Maritime Engineering M/D International Master's/Doctoral Program in Earth Resources Engineering M/D International Master's/Doctoral Program in Applied Quantum Physics and Nuclear Engineering M/D International Master's/Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering M/D International Master s/doctoral Program in Hydrogen Energy Systems M/D International Master s/doctoral Program in Aeronautics and Astronautics M/D Graduate School of Design Doctoral Pragram of Human Science International Course D Graduate School of Information Science and Electrical Engineering International Doctoral Program in Information Science and Electrical Engineering D International Master's Program in Applied Science for Electronics and Materials M International Master's Program in Molecular and Material Sciences M Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Engineering Sciences International Master's Program in Advanced Energy Engineernig Science International Master's Program in Energy and Environmental Engineering M M International Master's Program in Earth System Science and Technology M Intellectual Exchange and Innovation Program D Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences International Development Research Course M/D Graduate School of Integrated Frontier Sciences International Master's/Doctoral Program in Automotive Science M/D 05

7 Language Requirement *This information is applicable for programs offered in Japanese. International programs don't request your Japanese proficiency. Graduate School Graduate School of Humanities Graduate School of Integrated Sciences for Global Society Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies Graduate School of Law Requirement Japanese level (*JLPT=Japanese Language Proficiency Test) JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable Admissions reference JLPT N1 Level EJU 240 score at Japanese section Requirement other language level English German French Chinese Korean English English German or French (except native language) Graduate School of Economics JLPT Research Student and professional degree program /N1 JLPT Others/N1 Level is desirable English Graduate School of Sciences Graduate School of Mathematics Graduate School of Systems Life Sciences Graduate School of Medical Sciences Graduate School of Dental Science Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Graduate School of Engineering Graduate School of Design Graduate School of Information Sciences and Electrical Engineering Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Engineering Sciences Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences Graduate School of Integrated Frontier Sciences not particularly defined JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable JLPT N1 Level is desirable not particularly defined JLPT N1 Level is desirable English English English English English English English English English not particularly defined Please check each courses HP 06

8 Graduate School of Humanities Graduate students in the Humanities Department specialize in one of 11 fields: Philosophy and Ethics, Asian Philosophy, Art Studies, Japanese Culture, Japanese History, Asian History, the History of Western and Islamic Civilizations, Geography, Japanese and Chinese Literature, Western Literature, and Linguistics. Master s students are expected to study not only their major field, but also other cross-curricular humanities subjects. Our program familiarizes students with a broad range of fields in the belief that this will contribute to the development of individual character. We have a strong desire to promote international exchange and have accepted a large number of students from Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Our graduates work in education, research, the civil service, business, journalism and various other fields. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in Japanese Humanities The International Master s Program (IMAP) in Japanese Humanities welcomes a select group of international and local students to pursue an M.A. degree. The IMAP in Japanese Humanities offers courses in the fields of history, art history and visual culture, religion, premodern Japanese (kanbun and bungo), geography, linguistics, methodologies for selected research fields, and other facets of the humanities. Courses cover all historical periods; however, the emphasis is on premodern Japan and its relationship to East Asia. The program offers closely supervised instruction and rigorous small seminars in English customized to meet students long-term academic goals. Students may also enroll in Japanese- and English-taught courses offered by other departments in Kyushu University. The culmination of the program is a Master s thesis in English featuring independent research. Proximity to cultural and historical resources and full access to the educational benefits and facilities of a world-class Japanese university are a hallmark of the program. www2.lit.kyushu-u.ac.jp/en/ [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

9 Department Philosophy History and Geography Course / Sections Philosophy and Ethics / Oriental Ideas / Aesthetics and the History of Arts / International Master's Program in Japanese Humanities (MA only) Japanese History / Asian History / History of Western & Islamic Civilizations / Geography Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to : , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Kaizuka Administrative Office, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section 1 Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for the International Master s Program in Japanese Humanities Language and Literature Japanese and Chinese Literature / Western Literature / Linguistics <Selection Process> Screening of application documents and interviews Degrees Offered Master (Literature) Doctor (Literature) Program Application Period Research Students April Admission : February October Admission : September Master s Program April Admission 1st Application Period : From late July to early August 2nd Application Period : From middle of December to January October Admission : From late November to late March International Master's Program in Japanese Humanities Only. Doctoral Program April Admission 1st Application Period : From late July to early August 2nd Application Period : From December to January October Admission From middle December to middle January Check 08

10 Graduate School of Integrated Sciences for Global Society The Graduate School of Integrated Sciences for Global Society (ISGS) is a new institution established in It has been progressively reorganized from the Graduate School of Social and Cultural Studies. The ISGS is a unique interdisciplinary and international institution, offering a broad range of courses across the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Teachers from different fields routinely team-teach, creating a vibrant approach in knocking down disciplinary barriers. Our record in promoting international exchange speaks for itself. Over 45% of the graduate students in our standard Master's and Doctoral Programs are international students, and over half of the PhD degree awarded since 2008 have gone to international students. All facilities of the ISGS are located in a brand new building in the new Ito Campus and are well stocked and installed with the latest and the most advanced equipment. Graduate students in the International Programs can take courses selected from the six interdisciplinary courses from a wide range of academic fields. Programs Offered in English International Master's Program in Integrated Sciences for Global Society International Doctoral Program in Integrated Sciences for Global Society International Master's and International Doctoral Programs in Integrated Sciences for Global Society, taught entirely in English, cover a wide range of subjects of Earth and Biological Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities, each with strong interdisciplinary emphasis. Our Graduate School offers six different courses of (1) Comprehensive Earth Sciences, (2) Comprehensive Sciences of Biological Environment, (3) International Cooperation, Security and Safety, (4) Social Diversity and Coexistence, (5) Language, Media and Communication, and (6) Comprehensive East Asian and Japanese Studies. The interdisciplinary course works across these different courses to provide students with improved professional skills and to develop advanced knowledge for understanding Global Society and for finding solutions to global problems. Training classes for fieldwork and academic writing in a foreign language will also be offered to students. Among the School's points of pride is the faculty and student participation in Polar Earth Science projects with the National Institute of Polar Research, and in nature conservation projects with the National Museum of Nature and Science. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

11 Department Integrated Sciences for Global Society Course / Sections Comprehensive Earth Sciences,Comprehensive Science of the Biological Environment International Cooperation, Security and Safety Social Diversity and Coexistence Language, Media and Communications Comprehensive East Asian and Japanese Studies Polar Region Environment Biodiversity Inventory Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 744, Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Graduate School of Integrated Science for global Society Student Affairs section Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for non-degree students Joint course Degrees Offered Master (Arts)(Science) Doctor (Philosophy)(Science) <Selection Process> Screening of application documents and interviews by etc... Program Application Period April Admission : Research Students For those living abroad : December 10th For those living in Japan : February 10th October Admission : For those living abroad : June 10th For those living in Japan : July 10th Master s Program April Admission : June-July (Summer) / December (Winter) October Admission : April-May (Internatiinal Programs Only) Doctoral Program April Admission : December October Admission : April-May Check

12 Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies The Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies was established back in 1998 with the aim of developing an interdisciplinary, cross-sectional approach to both the human and natural sciences. Currently, the Graduate School consists of five Departments: Urban Design, Planning and Disaster Management; Clinical Psychology and Community Studies; Behavior and Health Sciences; Education; and Architecture. Of our five Departments, the Department of Architecture and the Department of Urban Design, Planning and Disaster Management in particular are dedicated to research and education in sustainable built environments and urban systems. We developed our new Master s and Doctoral Courses to share our mission of environmental sustainability with dedicated students and researchers from around the world. These new multidisciplinary courses offer theoretical and practical knowledge in designing, building, managing sustainable buildings, and urban systems. Programs Offered in English International Master s Course in Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems International Doctoral Course in Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems The development of low-carbon, resource-efficient buildings and urban centers is becoming extremely important against the background of the ever-increasing consumption of natural resources. Our Master s and Doctoral courses provide students with opportunities to develop the advanced knowledge and skills required to find innovative solutions to these needs. Our courses consist of urban and architectural design workshops and construction training classes to improve the professional skills of our students. With our diverse resources, we offer unique research opportunities in architectural design, building environment, structural mechanics, urban design, regional planning, and disaster management. These courses will collaborate with major universities in Asia and the UN-HABITAT Fukuoka office in developing a new curriculum. We believe that students of these courses will play an active role as leaders in global sustainability. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

13 Department Urban Design, Planning and Disaster Management Clinical Psychology and Community Studies Behavioral and Health Sciences Course / Sections Urban Design / Urban Disaster Management Community Studies / Clinical Psychology Psychology / Exercise and Sports Sciences Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: , Hakozaki, higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Kaizuka Administrative Office, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section 2 Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Not available Education Systems of Contemporary Educational Practices / Systems of Comprehensive Human Formation Architecture Architectural Planning and History / Environmental Design and Control / Architectural Structures and Materials Clinical Psychology Practice Clinical Psychology Practice Degrees Offered Master (Human-environment)(Literature)(Education)(Psychology)(Engineering Doctor (Human-environment)(Literature)(Education)(Psychology)(Engineering except Clinical Psychology Practice Master of Clinical Psychology (Professional) only for Clinical Psychology Practice Program Research Students Master s Program Doctoral Program Application Period April Admission By the middle of February October Admission By the end of August Summer entrance test July Winter entrance test January Summer entrance test July Winter entrance test January Check 12

14 Graduate School of Law Young legal professionals are confronted with many new challenges in our increasingly interconnected and rapidly changing world. The international programs in law offered by Kyushu University are specifically designed to provide graduate students with the skills required to operate effectively in today s global environment. The programs offer a Japanese perspective on the issues that legal practitioners, government administrators, and policymakers are confronted with. The Graduate School of Law has been fortunate enough to oversee the remarkable progress that has been made in the development of graduate studies in the fields of international law, comparative administration, and political science. We are confident that our past efforts will ensure the continued success of these programs, and we look forward to welcoming many new generations of international students to the Graduate School of Law. Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members Programs Offered in English LL.D. Program The LL.D. Program offers students the unique opportunity of preparing a doctoral thesis in English whilst studying at a Japanese university. The Program is designed to provide students with the skills required to complete high-level research in law. A core part of the Program is the Annual Law Conference. Initiated in 2006 and organized by LL.D. students, its reputation for thoughtfully addressing cutting edge legal issues has grown, and it will continue to serve as a valuable educational opportunity for our students. IEBL Program (LL.M. in International Economic and Business Law) In the fall of 1994, the Graduate School of Law established Japan s first Master s Program taught entirely in English, the LL.M. in International Economic and Business Law. Drawing upon the support of a Faculty with particular strengths in the fields of economic and business law, the IEBL Program is designed to provide international and Japanese students with the ability to confront the challenges of international economic affairs and commercial transactions. BiP (Bilingual Master s Program in Laws LL.M.) Launched in 2009, the BiP offers students the unique opportunity of graduate level legal study in a bilingual environment at a Japanese law faculty. The Program seeks to overcome one of the major obstacles to graduate legal education in Japan, namely that of the language, by providing students with the option of taking classes and writing a thesis in English or Japanese. As such, the Program facilitates rapid improvement in Japanese ability whilst allowing students to engage in classroom study and supervised research across a wide range of legal subjects. YLP (Young Leaders' Program LL.M.) [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] (International Programs) : [email protected] The Young Leaders' Program was established in 2001 by the Japanese Government in the fields of Public Administration, Business Administration, and Law. In recognition of the success of the graduate programs, Kyushu University was entrusted with the responsibility of offering the Law YLP. The Program has been designed to contribute to nurturing future national leaders in Asia, and is open to young legal professionals and government officials. In addition, it aims to create a network of national leaders who will play key roles in establishing friendly relationships and improved policy planning between Asian countries, including Japan. CSPA Program (Master of Laws in Comparative Studies of Politics and Administration in Asia) Asian countries have achieved significant economic development, and have become a central focus of global growth since the turn of the century. To achieve successful nation-building, greater attention is essential in analyzing Asian politics with regard to how a country is actually ruled and how policy is formulated. In recognition of the changing context of contemporary Asia, the Program pioneered graduate studies focused on research into pressing contemporary issues through comparative studies. 13

15 Department Law and Politics cooperative course Degrees Offered Master of Laws / Doctor of Laws Program Research Students (undergraduate) Course / Sections Legal Culture / Legal History / Dynamics of Law / Public Law / Social Law / Private Law / Criminal Law / Private and Criminal Law Joint Program / International Legal Studies / International Legal Studies Joint Program / Political Theory / Comparative Studies of Politics Application Period April Admission November October Admission April Check the program website for detailed information: Research Student undergraduate Master in Laws Program, Doctor in Laws Program IEBL, BiP, LL.D. CSPA Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka Japan Master of Laws Program Doctor of Laws Program April Admission Law (BiP): November Researcher's Course August, December Intensive Course August, December October Admission Law (IEBL: Round1): From January to February Law (IEBL: Round2): May Law (BiP): May Law (CSPA): January *IEBL and BiP applicants who have a Japanese embassy recommendation can apply at the end of August. April Admission : Researchers' Course: August, December Advanced Professional Course: August, December October Admission International Program - Law LL.D. Round 1 January International Program - Law LL.D. Round 2 May *International Program LL.D. applicants who have a Japanese embassy recommendation can apply at the end of August. For admission as research student (Undergraduate), contact the Student Affairs Section 3. [email protected] <Selection Process> Screening of application documents, interviews by Skype and Admission Office of the International Programs, Graduate School of Law, Kyushu University For admission in the International Program (Master of Laws / Doctor of Laws), contact the Admission Office of the International Programs. [email protected] Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for Legal and Political Studies International Master s Programs IEBL, BiP, CSPA Legal and Political Studies International Doctor of Laws Program LL.D. 14

16 Graduate School of Economics Restructured in 2003, the Graduate School of Economics now consists of three Departments: Economic Engineering (DEE); Economic Systems (DES); and Business and Technology Management (DBTM). Students associated with the DEE, which has launched English-based programs in 2010, conduct research in the areas of Economic System Analysis, Economic Analysis and Policy, and Mathematical and Computer Sciences. The DES offers instruction and research opportunities in the contemporary world economy and business corporations, while furnishing students with advanced skills for the multilateral, multi-layered, comprehensive analysis of economic systems. The DBTM runs an internationally recognized MBA program (QBS). Capitalizing on the University s huge technological resources and its geographical proximity to Asia, the QBS seeks to produce professionals with knowledge of not only business management, but also of technology management and Asia. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in Economics (IMPE) International Doctoral Program in Economics (IDPE) The Programs revolve around the study of three areas: Economic System Analysis, Economic Analysis and Policy, and Mathematical and Computer Sciences. Our Master s Program is characterized by small classes, a wide and well-balanced array of general and specialized subjects (e.g., Advanced Econometrics, Financial Economics, Public Finance, Environmental Economics, Public Economics, and Industrial Organization), and close supervision of thesis writing. In addition to taking specialized subjects at a more advanced level, our Doctoral students take part in research workshops organized by eminent specialists, both within and outside the University. They are also provided with opportunities to participate in research projects conducted by the Department. In addition, they have opportunities to present the outcomes of their research at academic conferences and publish them as discussion papers. After being awarded graduate degrees, students are expected to take up positions in universities, research institutes, private firms, etc. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

17 Department Economic Engineering Economic Systems Business and Technology Management (Business school Course / Sections Economic System Analysis / Policy Analysis / Mathematics and Computer Sciences Economic system Business and Technology Management Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: , Hakozaki, Kaizuka Administrative Office, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section 4 Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for Research students and International course Master: Economic Engineering, Economic Systems, Business and Technology Management Degrees Offered Master Economics Ph.D. in Economics Master of Business Administration Professional ) Doctor: Economic Engineering and Economic Systems International programs(master's and Doctoral programs):engineering Program Application Period Research Students April Admission For those living abroad : From October to the end of November For those living in Japan: From January to the end of February October Admission For those living abroad: From April to the end of May For those living in Japan: From July to the end of August <Selection Process> Check Master s Program April Admission : August October Admission From middle of April to early May (International program only) Professional Degree Program Business school April Admission : From late September to early October Doctoral Program April Admisiion : January October Admission : From middle of April to early May (International program only) 16

18 Graduate School of Sciences At present, the Graduate School of Sciences consists of three Departments: Physics; Chemistry; and Earth and Planetary Sciences. Their specialties may vary, but our faculty members, each in their own distinct way, strive to unravel the enigmas of nature from both the experimental and theoretical vantage points, and to help build a common intellectual heritage for all mankind. Their research topics range from elementary particles to living organisms, from entities on the nanoscale to the global scale, and from inside the earth s interior to the cosmos. As one of the foremost centers of science education in Japan, we are also serious about our responsibility to train professional scientists who have the cutting edge knowledge, advanced technical skills, and sense of ethics to contribute to the increasingly global community. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in the Graduate School of Sciences International Doctoral Program in the Graduate School of Sciences All three of our Departments Physics, Chemistry, and Earth and Planetary Sciences work closely together to provide graduate programs in English. The fields of research in the Department of Physics include elementary particle physics, nuclear physics, solid-state physics, and statistical physics. A tandem electrostatic accelerator is one of the more notable research facilities that is available to be used for your research. Research activities in the Department of Chemistry cover inorganic, organic, structural, physical, analytical, biological and computational chemistry, among others. Eighteen laboratories associated with the Department conduct cutting-edge research while maintaining close connections with one another. The Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences covers a variety of fields such as planetary sciences, geophysics, geochemistry, mineralogy, and geology. The Department also collaborates closely with the Kyushu University Museum and the Space Environment Research Center. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

19 Department Physics Chemistry Course / Sections Theoretical particle and nuclear physics and astrophysics Experimental particle and nuclear physics Condensed matter theory and statistical physics Quantum condensed matter physics Complex matter physics and biophysics Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry Physical Chemistry Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry Materials Chemistry and Engineering Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office (Sciences), Student Affairs Section Before applying, applicants should contact a professor in their field of study and confirm acceptance. The Faculty of Sciences will move to Ito campus from August to November in Please inquire of your intended supervisor about details of the relocation. Earth and Planetary Sciences Dynamics, Structure and Evolution of Earth and Planets Material Science of Solar Planets Earth Planetary Fluid and Space Sciences Paleobiology and Mineral History Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for International Program <Selection Process> Screening of application documents Degrees Offered Master (Science) / Doctor (Science Program Application Period Research Students April Admission : February October Admission : August Master s Program April Admission : December October Admission : June Doctoral Program April Admission : December October Admission : June Check 18

20 Graduate School of Mathematics With its strong reputation for academic excellence, the Graduate School of Mathematics has long been a prominent mathematics research center in Japan. The research interests of our faculty members and advanced students range from pure mathematics to advanced applied mathematics, including number theory, group theory, algebraic geometry, differential geometry, representation theory, topology, complex analysis, special functions, integrable systems, discrete mathematics, operator algebra, probability theory, stochastic analysis, partial differential equations, mathematical physics, numerical and computational mathematics, cryptography and statistics. An example of our continuing excellence in research and education is the establishment in April 2011of the innovative and unparalleled "Institute of Mathematics for Industry." The institute - the first institute of applied and industrial mathematics in Asia - is a realization of our engagements with the Global COE program "Math-for-Industry, Education and Research Hub" financed by the Japanese Government. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in Mathematics International Doctoral Program in Mathematics In addition to providing close guidance on thesis writing, the programs offer a whole array of lectures in topics ranging from pure mathematics (e.g., algebra and geometry) to applied mathematics (e.g., probability, statistics, and computational mathematics). Whatever your research focus may be, your academic endeavors will be greatly facilitated by the intellectual resources we offer. These include high-performance computers, a high-speed network, a wide variety of software including computer-based algebra applications, and one of the most prominent libraries in Japan, through which an extensive selection of books and on-line journals is available. After completing the program, students are expected to proceed to the Doctoral Program (in the case of Master s students) and/or obtain positions that require advanced mathematical specialization. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

21 Department Course / Sections Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Mathematics Mathematics Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 744, Motooka, Nishi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Graduate School of Integrated Science for Global Society Student Affairs Section Degrees Offered Master (Mathematics)(Mathematics Administration Doctor (Philosophy Mathematics )(Functional Mathematics Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for International Programs only Program Application Period Research Students April Admission late February October Admission late August Master s Program April Admission January October Admission (International Programs) April Doctoral Program April Admission : January October Admission : July October Admission (International Programs) April Check 20

22 Graduate School of Systems Life Sciences The life sciences are about to be transformed, thanks to numerous evolutionary events such as the rapid accumulation of genome data and the progress made in measurement and imaging techniques. Seamless collaboration between biology, informatics, and engineering will be essential to further pursue the life sciences in the coming decades. Based on this understanding, the Graduate School of Systems Life Sciences is structured so as to establish a globally competitive education/research core through the faculties of several disciplines, including informatics, engineering, agriculture, biology, and medicine. The Graduate School offers a five-year Doctoral Program to nurture global leaders in research and education in the life sciences, and top-line professionals with interdisciplinary expertise, equipped with a so-called double major in biology and informatics, or biology and engineering. Programs Offered in English International Doctoral Program in Systems Life Sciences This Program encourages students from all nations to take on the future challenges of advanced life sciences in a five-year doctoral course. The Program is based on the innovative concept of Systems Life Sciences, which represents interdisciplinary education and research involving biology, agriculture, medicine, informatics, and engineering and positions itself at the forefront of the current era of rapidly developing life sciences. The Graduate School represents a single Department comprised of the five divisions of Bioinformatics, Life Engineering, Medical Molecular Cell Biology, Molecular Life Sciences, and Biological Sciences. There is also the option of a two-year Master s program. For applicants who have obtained or who will obtain the Master s degree from other graduate schools, another entrance examination is offered for entry as a third-year student. [email protected] (Prof. Johan Lauwereyns) For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

23 Department Systems Life Sciences Course / Sections Bioinformatics Life Engineering Medical Molecular Cell Biology Molecular Life Sciences Biological Sciences Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrarive Office (Sciences), Section for Graduate School of Systems Life Sciences Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for International Programs Degrees Offered Master ( Systems Life Sciences )(Sciences)(Engineering)(Philosophy) Doctor (Systems Life Sciences)(Sciences)(Engineering)(Philosophy) Program Application Period <Selection Process> April Admission: written examination, an examination of English, Oral examination October Admission: English essay, Interview in English (using teleconferencing system) Research Students April Admission February October Admission June - July Doctoral Program 5-year program April Admission January October Admission May Check 22

24 Graduate School of Medical Sciences The Graduate School of Medical Sciences is comprised of two relatively autonomous Departments: the Department of Medicine and the Department of Health Sciences. The faculty members of the Department of Medicine seek to contribute to the progress of mankind by conducting cutting-edge research in the basic medical sciences, and by developing advanced medical treatments. The faculty members of the Department of Health Sciences carry out basic research in their respective fields as well as studies to establish the learning structure of health sciences. Surrounded by outstanding teachers and associates, as well as excellent research facilities, studying at the Graduate School of Medical Sciences offers students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to excel as medical researchers, biomedical scientists, and health scientists. Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members Programs Offered in English International Doctoral Program in Medical Science This Program is designed to offer qualified medical students a key opportunity to equip themselves with knowledge and skills in cutting-edge technologies and carry out specialized research in one of the most highly regarded medical schools in Asia. Students will be required to choose one laboratory from among over 50 laboratories that cover almost all areas of the medical sciences, both basic and clinical (please visit our website for more information). Students will also be provided with countless opportunities to attend international conferences presided over by leading researchers in various medical science fields. To ensure the quality of our graduates, who are highly respected and sought after, we also demand a great deal from our students. To be considered for eligibility to submit a Ph.D. dissertation, for instance, students are required to have published at least one first author article in a highly regarded international journal. International Master's Program in Asia Health Sciences International Doctoral Program in Health Sciences 23 For inquiries concerning the Department of Medicine [email protected] For inquiries concerning Department of Health Sciences [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] (except Department of Health Sciences) The international two-year Master s and three-year Doctoral Programs are designed to train researchers as well as health, medical care and welfare leaders in Asia and the rest of the world. While this program was conceived primarily with students who had studied nursing, quantum radiation science (radiological technology) or medical technology in mind, we also urge students with degrees in other fields to consider applying. With opportunities to study basic subjects such as Health Science Research and International Community and Multidisciplinary Medicine, study specialized subjects at a more advanced level, and work on their research under the close supervision of their supervisors, the participants in this program are expected to develop into professional educators and researchers who are capable of carrying out creative, advanced research, as well as hands-on trainers and leaders of organizations in the practical healthcare field.

25 Department Medical Sciences Course / Sections Anatomy / Medical Biophysics / Structural and Functional Medicine / Anatomy and Neurobiology / Immunogenetics / Pediatrics / Genesiology / Epigenomics / Pathology / Microbiology and Immunity / Host Defense/ Internal Medicine / Surgery / Cardiovascular Sciences/ Respiratory Medicine / Physiology Science / Biochemistry / Pharmacology / Neurofunctional Genomics / Molecular and Cellular Biology/ Organogenesis and Regeneration / Cancer Genetics / Biomedicine/ Environmental Health and Socio-Medical Sciences / Medical Education/ Molecular Immunology/ Stem cell Biology and Medicine [Health Science] Check Program Research Students Master s Program / Doctoral Program Application Period 1st Application Period: July / 2nd Application Period: January April Admission : Master s Program: July/ Doctoral Program: August October Admission(International Program Only): April [Health care administration and Management] Program Professional Application Period 1st Application Period : August / 2nd Application Period: November Health Sciences Health care administration and Management [Medical Sciences] Program Doctoral Program (Medical Sciences) Nursing / Medical Quantum Science / Medical Technology Health care administration and Management Degrees Offered Master (Medicine)(Nursing : Health Science)(Health Science: Health Science Doctor (Medicine)(Nursing : Health Science)(Health Science: Health Science Master of Science in Health Care Administration and Management (Professional Be sure to obtain approval from a professor specialized in your field of study prior to applying. Check Research Students Master s Program (Medical Sciences) July Application Period April Admission : December / October Admission : June 1st Application Period : August / 2nd Application Period : December Check Application Procedure Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: <Medical Sciences ( except for Health Sciences)> Address : 3-1-1, Maidashi, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Medical Sciences, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs section for Graduate School of Medical Sciences <Health Sciences> Address : 3-1-1, Maidashi, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Medical Sciences, Student Affairs Section for Department of Health Sciences Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available (only with approval from professor) Health Science major : International Master's Program in Asian Health Sciences (October Admission) International Doctoral Program in Health Sciences (October Admission) <Selection Process> Interview by Skype Health Science major : Check 24

26 Graduate School of Dental Science The Graduate School of Dental Science currently consists of seven Departments: Oral Biological Sciences; Oral Health, Growth and Development; Oral Rehabilitation; Maxillofacial Diagnostic and Surgical Sciences; Hospital Dentistry; Oral Health, Technology and Epidemiology; and Oral Biological Response Research. We aim to nurture researchers, educators, and professional clinical dentists with the objective of establishing Health through Oral Health all over the world, with programs covering a wide range of research from typical diseases through basic biological research in dentistry to clinical applications targeting translational research. There are numerous opportunities available to our graduates to work as leading international researchers who are directly connected to the crucial dental issues of the 21st century. Programs Offered in English International Doctoral Program in Dental Science Taught exclusively in English, this four-year Program offers doctorates in Dental Science and Science. Doctorates in Dental Science are awarded to students equipped with sufficient knowledge and skills to carry out research in the field of dentistry, while Doctorates in Science are awarded to students engaged in advanced scientific research related to dental science with knowledge and skills applicable to other cutting-edge research. Two major research projects are currently underway in our School, namely Dental and Craniofacial Morphogenesis and Tissue Regeneration, and Oral Health Science. Our students are expected to play a role in either or both of these projects to promote Health Through Oral Health. With the knowledge, experience, and technical expertise acquired in the four years of study, our graduates are expected to be a driving force behind new discoveries and innovations in dentistry. [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

27 Department Dental Sciences Course Molecular Cell Biology and Oral Anatomy Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry Biochemical and Molecular Pharmacology Oral Neuroscience Preventive and Public Health Dentistry Pediatric and Special Need Dentistry Orthodontics Biomaterials Oral Reconstructive Biotechnology Conservative Dentistry Periodontology Crown and Bridge Prosthodontics Implant and Rehabilitative dentistry Oral Pathology Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Dental Anesthesiology Interdisciplinary Dentistry Oral Health Promotion and Technology Oral Biological Response Research Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 3-1-1, Maidashi, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Dental Science, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section for Graduate School of Dental Science and School of Dentistry Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for Dental science majors <Selection Process> Skype Joint course / Course offered by Guest Lecturer(s) Degrees Offered Doctor (Dental Sciences) Doctor (Clinical Dentistry) (Academic) Program Application Period Research Students April Admission : Around February October Admission : Around July Doctoral Program April Admission 1st Application Period: August-September 2nd Application Period:December-January October Admission :May-June Check 26

28 Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences With the emergence of a global society, improvements in quality of life have come to depend significantly on the quality and availability of medical products. We are also living in a health conscious age, in which knowledge of the chemicals found in everyday products such as cosmetics, food additives, healthy foods, and environmental pollutants is highly prized. On account of these facts, we as pharmaceutical scientists are serious about our professional responsibility to develop new medicines and technologies for their production. Currently, our Graduate School consists of two Departments, Clinical Pharmacy and Medicinal Sciences. They run English-based programs to offer international students the opportunity to obtain advanced education in pharmaceutical sciences so that they can compete and contribute at the forefront of medical practice. Programs Offered in English International Course in the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (M.S./Ph.D.) In addition to offering common and specialized lectures in advanced sciences and technologies related to drug discovery and development, these Programs provide opportunities for closely supervised research experiments and practice in fields such as medicinal chemistry, biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, physical chemistry, pharmacokinetics, and pharmaceutics. Japan s pharmaceutical industry is currently estimated to be worth eight trillion yen, and is recognized as a prime knowledge-based industry with a growing export market. With their reputation for innovation, resourcefulness, and technical competence, our graduates are highly sought after by the industry. Typically, they proceed to a Ph.D. program to pursue more advanced research, or obtain a position with a research institute or pharmaceutical company. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

29 Department Clinical Pharmacy Course Clinical Pharmacology Life Pharmacology Clinical Pharmacology & Biopharmaceutics Drug Delivery System Kampo-Medicinal Chemistry Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 3-1-1, Maidaishi, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section for Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences and School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Medicinal Sciences Molecular Bioinformatics Pharmaceutical Chemistry Pharmaceutical Oncology Innovative biotherapeutics Science Molecular Recognition of Chemotherapy Translational Pharmaceutical Science Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Not available Partner course / Joint course / Endowed course Degrees Offered Master (Medicinal Sciences) / Doctor(Medicinal Sciences)(Clinical Pharmacy) Program Application Period Research Students April Admission : By the end of January October Admission : By the end of July Master s Program (2-year program) April and October Admission : From late July to early August Doctoral Program (3-year/4-year program) April Admission : From early to mid December October Admission : From July to early August Check 28

30 Graduate School of Engineering The Graduate School of Engineering at Kyushu University boasts a 100-year history of producing breakthrough research with global implications. The School is composed of twelve Departments, offering eleven international programs. One of our major objectives is to foster ethically conscious graduates who have a deep understanding of society and the environment, in addition to their technical abilities. Furthermore, in order to exceed at the international level, our graduates are educated in matters of international culture and communication. For this reason, the School provides classes in communication, engineering ethics, and engineering management, along with the conventional engineering disciplines. Through these innovative courses, the Graduate School of Engineering cultivates students with a wide range of views and strong decision-making skills. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in Applied Chemistry International Doctoral Program in Applied Chemistry Our Department comprises the three research groups of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Material Physics and Chemistry, and Chemical Systems and Engineering, which are responsible for the research and education of graduate students. These three large research groups are broken into nineteen small research laboratories. Our Program covers biofunctional, inorganic, organic, supramolecular, macromoleculare, polymer, analytical, and environmental chemistry. We contribute to the development of novel nanofunctional materials, organic electroluminescence and photo-energy conversion devices, fuel cells, and other advanced functional materials. Through this Program, we provide fundamental and advanced education in chemical technologies central to producing novel substances from the atomic and molecular levels. International Master s Program in Materials Science and Engineering International Doctoral Program in Materials Science and Engineering The study of materials science and engineering is fundamental for providing people with safety, security and reliability, and it is essential for the broad range of technologies that exist in the 21st century. Constant innovations and rapid advancements in materials are required to achieve the ultimate performance when solving environmental problems. It is clear that to make these improvements, the design and fabrication of materials is the key to the future. The purpose of our Program is to teach the fundamentals required for understanding the structures and properties of various materials such as metals, alloys, ceramics, semiconductors, and composites, and for developing advanced materials that are able to respond to future needs. International Master s Program in Chemical Engineering International Doctoral Program in Chemical Engineering [email protected] The Department of Chemical Engineering comprises the eight specialized fields of Physical Chemistry, Reaction Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Mass Transfer Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Fluid Engineering, Equipment Design Engineering, and Process Systems Engineering. The central focus of Chemical Engineering is developing and improving manufacturing processes. Chemical Engineering is also responsible for the development of new materials such as biomaterials, electronic materials, and new catalysts, as well as their production technologies and highly advanced separation technologies. The scope of Chemical Engineering is expanding to various fields including human health, energy, and the global environment. Chemical engineers have achieved a high degree of success across many industries. 29

31 International Master s Program in Civil and Structural Engineering International Doctoral Program in Civil and Structural Engineering The Civil and Structural Engineering Global Course studies restructuring social infrastructure systems beyond traditional technologies for the deployment of advanced structural design and construction technologies, as well as increasing prevention of natural disasters through technology. International Master s Program in Urban and Environmental Engineering International Doctoral Program in Urban and Environmental Engineering The Urban and Environmental Engineering Global Course is engaged in the study of analyzing urban and environmental issues and the prediction, reduction, and prevention of their effects as well as promoting the advancement of technology for originating a new type of urban environmental system. International Master s Program in Maritime Engineering International Doctoral Program in Maritime Engineering Marine Systems Engineering is a growing field that studies and develops the technologies required to utilize the sea for purposes such as traffic and transportation, energy production, bio-resources, mineral resources, and space for living and storage. The key educational objectives of this Department is to convey knowledge of naval architecture, marine engineering, industrial engineering, and systems engineering, to train students so that they are able to make full use of this knowledge in an integrated manner, to propose a wide range of environmentally-friendly marine applications, and to develop associated technologies. International Master s Program in Earth Resources Engineering International Doctoral Program in Earth Resources Engineering Our Department consists of seven specialized laboratories: Economic Geology; Exploration Geophysics; Geothermics; Resources Production and Safety Engineering; Rock Engineering and Mining Machinery; Mineral Processing, Recycling and Environmental Remediation, and Energy Resources Engineering. This wide range of research fields covers the many technical and engineering issues that may arise at any stage of resource development, from exploration and production to remediation and recycling. Currently, our faculty members are engaged in the following research areas, all of which are related to resource development: predicting natural disasters such as volcanoes; utilizing ground heat; recycling valuable resources extracted from products and waste (urban mining); remediating contaminated groundwater resources; CO2 sequestration and more. International Master s Program in Applied Quantum Physics and Nuclear Engineering International Doctoral Program in Applied Quantum Physics and Nuclear Engineering International Master s Program in Mechanical Engineering International Doctoral Program in Mechanical Engineering The Department of Mechanical Engineering aims to provide students with an unsurpassed opportunity to gain broad, substantial expertise and comprehensive skills in mechanical engineering, and also a fundamental knowledge of interdisciplinary areas that meet up-to-date requirements, so that graduates are able to go on to work as leading engineers and researchers. The education and research fields cover several broad areas in mechanical engineering: material strength and design system; fluids engineering; thermal engineering; combustion; dynamics of machinery; control and systems; manufacturing processes; and bioengineering. This Program welcomes students from all over the world who wish to pursue an international career in the field of mechanical engineering. International Master s Program in Hydrogen Energy Systems International Doctoral Program in Hydrogen Energy Systems The Department of Hydrogen Energy Systems is the first graduate school department in the world with a focus on hydrogen energy. It aims to provide students with an unsurpassed opportunity to gain a fundamental knowledge of science and engineering in hydrogen energy technology and the relevant technologies for human and environmental symbiosis. The education and research fields extend from various fields in mechanical engineering to materials and process engineering related to hydrogen energy systems. The Programs welcome not only mechanical engineering students, but also students from other relevant science and engineering fields who, as engineers and researchers, wish to lead the way in building a low-carbon society. International Master s Program in Aeronautics and Astronautics International Doctoral Program in Aeronautics and Astronautics The Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics offers four specialized fields: Thermophysics and Fluid Mechanics; Aerospace Structures and Structural Dynamics; Flight Dynamics and Controls; and Space Systems Engineering. In addition, there are three fields from the Research Institute for Applied Mechanics. The academic fields in Aeronautics and Astronautics have the noteworthy characteristics of synthetic integrity, an understanding of engineering theories based on mathematics and dynamics, and realization based on natural science and scientific methodology. Education in the Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics pertains to these academic fields and has been successful in producing highly-capable, highly-committed, highly-specialized engineers and researchers in the field of Aeronautics and Astronautics. The Department of Applied Quantum Physics and Nuclear Engineering was established in April 1998 within the Graduate School of Engineering for the purpose of developing competent scientists and engineers who are able to find solutions to the issues of energy depletion and environmental pollution. Special research activities in the Department are being undertaken in the following areas: 1) the development of high-performance nuclear reactors; 2) the development of materials that enable the effective use of nuclear energy; 3) principles determining the generation and measurement of quantum beams; and 4) the physics of condensed matter and complex systems. Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

32 Graduate School of Engineering Continued Department Chemistry and Biochemistry Course Applied Inorganic Chemistry / Functional Design Chemistry / Biofunctional Chemistry / Biomimetics / Supramolecular Chemistry / Advanced Nanotechnology and Engineering / Advanced Electronics Materials / Leading Fundamental Education Materials Process Engineering Material Reaction Process / Material Manufacturing Science / Material Chemical Engineering Material Physics and Chemistry Macromolecules and Molecular Systems Chemistry / Functional Material Chemistry / Microstructure Analysis and Design / Functional Material Engineering / Advanced Nanotechnology and Engineering Chemical Systems and Engineering Molecular Systems Chemistry / Molecular Information Chemistry / Bioprocess Chemistry / Biochemical Engineering / Environment-Benign Systems Engineering Civil and Structural Engineering Construction Materials and Structural Integrity Assessment / Structural Mechanics and Earthquake Engineering / Disaster Prevention and Geotechnical Engineering / Environmental Geotechnology Urban and Environmental Engineering Urban and Transportation Planning / Aesthetic, Functional and Structural Design / Urban Environment and River Engineering / Environmental Systems Engineering Maritime Engineering Coastal and Oceanographic Engineering / Ship and Marine Dynamics / Structural Engineering of ship and Marine Systems Earth Resources Engineering Earth Science and Technology / Mining Engineering / Energy Resources Engineering / ASEAN-Japan BUILD-UP Cooperative Education Program Applied Quantum Physics and Nuclear Engineering Applied Nuclear Physics / Nuclear Energy Systems / Quantum Sciences of Materials / Applied Physics Mechanical Engineering Material Strength and Design System / Fluids Engineering / Thermal Engineering / Dynamics of Machinery / Control and Systems / Manufacturing Processes / Bioengineering Joint course means specific educational study course 31

33 Department Course Hydrogen Energy Systems Hydrogen Utilization Systems / Hydrogen Storage Systems / Hydrogen Materials Strength and Machine Design / Hydrogen Thermofluid Engineering / Advanced Hydrogen Materials / Hydrogen Molecular Science Aeronautics and Astronautics Thermophysics and Fluid Mechanics / Aerospace Structures and Structural Dynamics / Flight Dynamics and Controls / Space Systems Engineering / Wind Engineering / Crystal Growth Dynamics / Heterogeneous Solid Mechanics / Aerospace Technical Cooperation Not in Department Green Asia Education Center / Energy Global Education Degrees Offered Master (Engineering) Doctor (Engineering) Program Application Period Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 744, Motooka, Nishi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Engineering, Student Affairs Division Research Students April Admission : By the end of January October Admission : By the end of July Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for: Please consult Master (International Program) Doctoral (International Program) October Admission : April April Admission : January October Admission : April <Selection Process> Selection methods are different each major/course. Please consult the application guide available from the website and obtain information on test dates, subjects covered, and place of the examination through the professor in charge. Check 32

34 Graduate School of Design The Graduate School of Design was formed when the Kyushu Institute of Design and Kyushu University merged in October To create an environment suitable for study and research of design in the fast-changing 21st century, we established the brand-new Department of Design Strategy in 2008 and restructured the existing Department of Design into four courses. By offering programs that are truly interdisciplinary in nature, as opposed to programs that merely assemble variegated sets of knowledge that are seemingly unrelated to one another, we seek to encourage original and creative ideas in our students. In so doing, we aspire to produce truly creative designers with multifaceted skills and a stock of knowledge that varies from human science and society to nature, who bring our founding ideal of the humanization of technology into practice. Programs Offered in English Doctoral Program of Human Science International Course The Human Science Course aims to provide insight into human physiological and psychological characteristics to design an eco-friendly living environment in which we can comfortably interact with products, systems and equipment. Scientific measurement, engineering and computer-related techniques are studied to assess human physiology, perception and information processing. Students are trained to apply this knowledge to creative design, with an emphasis on design that improves the daily lives of populations with special needs, such as children, women during pregnancy, people with physical or mental disabilities, and the ever-growing population of elderly people. The Human Science Course is taught at Kyushu University s Ohashi Campus, which houses excellent, high-tech research facilities an ideal environment for students seeking career paths as design professionals in the engineering, development, research or marketing industry, as well as academia. [email protected] (Dr. Gerard B. Remijn) For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

35 Department Course Degrees Offered Master (Design)(Design Strategy) Doctor (Design)(Engineering) Program Application Period Physiological Anthropology Research Students April Admission : December Perceptual Psychology October Admission : June(Foreign student) Applied Mathematics and Computer Science Audio-Visual Integration Master s Program April Admission : October (Admission test of foreign student) Acoustic Communicatin Visual Image Communication Design Hall Management Engineering(only for Master) Doctoral Program (International course) <Doctoral Program> April Admission January / October Admission July Heritage Theory Environment and Heritage Management <International course> April Admission November / October Admission May Environmental Design Technology Art Teory and Practice Check Digital Content Design Creative Design Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 4-9-1, Shiobaru Minami-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Design, Student Affairs Division Design Strategy Design Business Strategy Architect Strategic Experience Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for research students in the Department of Design <Selection Process> Screening of application documents 34

36 Graduate School of Information Science and Electrical Engineering The progress of information science, especially the increased applicability of Information and Communications Technology (ICT), has brought about major changes to our economy, society, and culture. Electrical engineering, on the other hand, has helped give rise to highly functional, complicated, large-scale electrical and electronic systems, which serve as the foundation for all information systems. It is therefore natural to expect electrical and electronic engineering to develop in tandem with information science. Our Graduate School, the first graduate school in Japan designed to enable a comprehensive study of both information and electrical-electronics (i & e) technologies, is committed to producing the next generation of researchers and engineers who will contribute to the field with their advanced research abilities and a broad range of expertise. Programs Offered in English International Doctoral Program in Information Science and Electrical Engineering This program is aiming at providing a platform for foreign students seeking the knowledge and skills required for researchers and engineers in the field of electronic engineering. Our approach is decidedly interdisciplinary, drawing freely on developments in information science and electrical engineering. The subjects, on which students can focus, include VLSI engineering, radio frequency (RF) integrated circuit design, wireless communication systems and networks, and microwave engineering. We take pride in our individualized approach to education, establishing an advisory committee for each student made up of our faculty members and renowned experts from private firms, other universities, etc. The advisory committee, in consultation with the student, designs a curriculum in accordance with his/her research focus, regularly checks his/her progress, and offers guidance and supervision. The committee also offers advice on possible career paths in industry, research institutes, and academia. portal.isee.kyushu-u.ac.jp/e/ [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

37 Department Course Degrees Offered Master (Informatics)(Sciences)(Engineering)(Academic) Doctor (Informatics)(Science)(Engineering)(Academic Program Application Period Informatics Mathematical Informatics Intelligence Science Research April Admission by the end of January Computational Science October Admission by the end of July Master s Program April Admission around January Advanced Information and Communication Technology Doctoral Program April Admission mid-january Advanced Information Technology Advanced Software Engineering Real World Robotics October Admission : around June Advanced Distributed Processing Systems Check Information Communication Engineering Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 744, Motooka, Nishi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Engineering, Student Affairs Section Electronic Devices / Electrical and Electronic Engineering Integrated Electronics / Measurement and Control Engineering / Applied Electric Energy Systems / Superconductive Systems Engineering / Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Not available Electronics and Communication Engineering means specific educational study course 36

38 Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Engineering Sciences The interdisciplinary graduate school, the first of its kind in Japan, was created in 1979 to provide a crucial link between science and engineering. At the Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Engineering Sciences, students and researchers from all over the world are actively involved in postgraduate research and education in close collaboration with those from Japan. We have a particular strength in our interdisciplinary approach to study and research for solving the world s energy and environmental problems. Our mission is to offer each student and researcher the opportunity to study materials, energy, and the environment, as vital aspects of sustainable development in modern societies, in an advanced research environment. I hope you will join us to conduct research as a scientist an engineer of the 21st century. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in Applied Science for Electronics and Materials International Master s Program in Molecular and Material Sciences International Master s Program in Advanced Energy Engineering Science International Master s Program in Energy and Environmental Engineering International Master s Program in Earth System Science and Technology Intellectual Exchange and Innovation Program (Ph.Ds) These Programs, made possible through the collaboration of our five Departments Applied Science for Electronics and Materials, Molecular and Material Sciences, Advanced Energy Engineering Science, Energy and Environmental Engineering, and Earth System Science and Technology are specially designed for international students who wish to acquire an in-depth knowledge of symbiotic technology, and provides them with the know-how to further their ability to explore and resolve the world s pressing energy and environmental problems. Students in the Programs are able to take advantage of the close guidance of a team of supervisors, along with state-of-the-art research facilities. Students also benefit from the opportunities we provide for direct communication and substantial collaborations with other research entities, both domestic and overseas, and a network of researchers, students, alumni and professors in Japan and abroad. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected]/ [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

39 Department Applied Science for Electronics and Materials Molecular and Material Sciences Advanced Energy Engineering Sciences Energy and Environmental Engineering Earth System Science and Technology Not in Department Course Electric Engineering / Optical and Electrical Materials / Nonlinear Material Physics / Molecular Process Engineering / Molecular Materials Science / Material Characterization Solid Surface Science / Functional and Structural Materials Science / Molecular Dynamics and Spectroscopy / Strength of Materials / Design of Functional Organic Molecules / Organic and Organometallic Synthesis / Hybrid Material Science / Development of Advanced Materials High Density Energy Science / Engineering Science for Advanced Energy / Fusion Plasma Engineering Science / Advanced Energy Systems Technology / High Energy Material Science Fluid & Thermo Dynamics / Thermal Environment Engineering / Effective Energy Utilization / Transport Phenomena Fluid Environmental Research / Fundamental & Geophysical Fluid Dynamics / Environmental Metrology / Environmental Prediction / Marine System Development Energy & Environment Sciences & Technology International Course Global Strategy for Green Asia Intellectual Exchange and Innovation Program Degrees Offered Master (Science)(Engineering)(Science and Engineering) Doctor (Science)(Engineering)(Philosophy) Check Program Research Students Master s Program Doctoral Program Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to: 6-1, Kasuga-koen Kasuga-shi Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Chikushi Administrative Office, Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section Application Period In the middle of December for next April Enrollment / June for October Enrollment April Admission: October Admission: For derailed information, please refer to the following website Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available Course : Doctoral course Program: Intellectual Exchange and Innovation Program <Selection Process> Please refer to the website below for more information as the selection process depends on each programs. Joint course / means specific educational study course 38

40 Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences Restructured in 2010, the Graduate School of Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences currently consists of five Departments: (1) Bioresource Sciences; (2) Agro-Environmental Sciences; (3) Agricultural and Resource Economics; (4) Bioscience and Biotechnology; and (5) Innovative Science and Technology for Bio-industry. Each Department encompasses between two and six divisions, including over 70 laboratories, covering fields as wide-ranging as forestry, fishery, animal science, and agricultural economics. We believe that the major responsibilities of agricultural scientists entail, among others, meeting the food- and environment-related challenges increasingly faced by the international community. In order to meet these challenges, we a conglomerate of leading researchers and specialists who are highly knowledgeable in the fields of life science, environmental science and socio-economics strive to make contributions to the stable global supply of food and materials, environmental conservation, and health and human well-being. Programs Offered in English International Development Research Course (M.Sc.) International Development Research Course (Ph.D.) These Courses first introduced in 1994 are among the first English language programs offered by Kyushu University. We have designed our curricula to be especially suited to the needs of students from developing countries who aspire to contribute to global sustainable development. All of our five Departments offer both Master s and Doctoral Programs, except Innovative Science & Technology for Bio-industry, which admits Doctoral candidates only. Upon admission, students are assigned to one of our Departments. One of our major strengths is the range of scholarship opportunities which we offer. For candidates interested in pursuing a Master s degree, government-funded Human Resource Development scholarships (JDS) are available, and currently more than ten JDS scholars (from Vietnam, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Lao-PDR) study with us. Since 2010, we have also started offering Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarships (ADB-JSP). This financial aid, together with MEXT Scholarships, should enable talented students from developing countries to have privileged access to the high quality education and research that we offer. [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

41 Department Course Degrees Offered Master of Science Doctor of Philosophy (Agricultural Science) Bioresource Sciences Agricultural Bioresource Sciences Program Application Period Animal and Marine Bioresource Sciences Research Students April Admission : December October Admission : June Agro-environmental Sciences Forest Environmental Sciences Bioproduction Environmental Sciences Agronomy and Environmental Sciences Master s Program / Doctoral Program October Admission For MEXT and ADB (only Master s Program) Scholarship : from November 1 to November 30 For others : March (early application) / Middle June (regular application) Sustainable Bioresources Science Check Agricultural and Resource Economics Agricultural and Resource Economics Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail of deliver the documents in person to: , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office (Agriculture), Student Affairs Section Bioscience and Biotechnology Molecular Biosciences Systems Biology Applied Molecular Microbiology and Biomass Chemistry Food Science and Biotechnology Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Available for International Development Research Course <Selection Process> Document screening and interviews Innovative Science and Technology for Bio-industry Only Doctoral Bio-System Design Functional Biomaterials Design 40

42 Graduate School of Integrated Frontier Sciences The Graduate School of Integrated Frontier Sciences (IFS) is the 18th and newest graduate school at Kyushu University. The IFS was created with the dual aims of offering a mechanism for intellectual exploration and education to open up new scientific frontiers, and helping to restructure and integrate scientific knowledge. The IFS seeks to broaden intellectual horizons by exploring and integrating advanced and specialized scientific knowledge, as well as by producing highly skilled experts. The IFS consists of three Departments: (1) Kansei Science, which studies human sensitivity (kansei) from the standpoint of users, the main beneficiaries of knowledge; (2) Automotive Science (AMS), which explores automobile technologies and the kinds of automotive societies to come in the near future; and (3) Library Science, which seeks to provide solutions to such emerging issues as how to manage information and knowledge properly, and how to secure access to information. Programs Offered in English International Master s Program in Automotive Science International Doctoral Program in Automotive Science Developing comfortable, safe cars that are also energy and resource efficient is a goal of great urgency for the car industry. Instead of just manufacturing them, however, characteristics such as their relationship with people, society, and environment must also be considered. We also need to make use of knowledge and insights from both the humanities and social sciences, and integrate all these aspects to create a new body of knowledge. The AMS is the first knowledge hub designed for this purpose in Japan, and there is nothing like it anywhere else in the world. Through the integration of knowledge, the AMS seeks to create a new automotive society and educate highly capable experts who are able to innovatively resolve a variety of issues involving automobiles and frontier technologies. [email protected] For inquiries concerning Student Offices [email protected] Stats (As of May 2015) Year of Establishment Number of International Students Number of Faculty Members

43 Department Kansei Science Automotive Science Library Science [Kansei Science] Degrees Offered Course / Field Kansei Research / Kansei Communication / Kansei Value Creation Advanced Material and Chemistry / Dynamics / Information and Control / Human Science / Social Science Library science Master (Kansei Science (Design (Engineering Doctor (Kansei Science (Design (Philosophy in Kansei Science [Library Science] Degrees Offered Master (Library Science Doctor (Library Science) Program Research Students Master s Program Doctoral Program Application Period April Admission By the end of January October Admission : By the end of July April Admission : 1st Application Period : Early September, 2nd Application Period : around January April Admission : around January Program Application Period Check Research Students Master s Program April Admission : By the end of January October Admission : By the end of July April Admission : 1st application period: mid- to late June 2nd application period : around January October Admission mid- to late June Application Procedure : Application deadlines are strictly observed Apply by mail or deliver the documents in person to the following address. Check Doctoral Program April Admission : January October Admission : middle to the end of June <Kansei Science Library Science major> , Hakozaki, Higashi-ku Fukuoka Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Integrated Frontier Sciences Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section [Automotive Science] Degrees Offered Master (Automotive Science (Engineering (Philosophy in Automotive Science) Doctor (Automotive Science (Engineering (Philosophy in Automotive Science Program Application Period <Integrated Frontier Sciences><Automotive Science major> 744, Motooka, Nishi-ku Fukuoka Japan Japan Kyushu University Administrative Office of Integrated Frontier Sciences Student Affairs Division, Student Affairs Section (Integrated Frontier Sciences Research Students Master s Program Doctoral Program April Admission : By the end of January October Admission : By the end of July April Admission 1st application period : late June 2nd application period : middle to late September October Admission : Late May Confirmation of Acceptance before Arrival in Japan Not available Check 42

44 Scholarships Scholarships that Require Application before Enrollment MEXT Scholarships (a) By Embassy Recommendation Slots for Unspecified Programs JASSO Honors Scholarships Foreign Government Scholarships Other Scholarships (b) By University Recommendation (c) Young Leaders Program* * Offered only by the Graduate School of Law Slots for Designated Programs Scholarships Available after Enrollment MEXT Scholarships (d) Through University Nomination Eligibility for MEXT Scholarships Nationality Age Limit Applicants must be citizens of countries that have diplomatic relationships with the Japanese government. Japanese citizens are not eligible. Applicants must be under 35 years of age on April 1, 2016 (YLP applicants: under 40 years of age). JASSO Honors Scholarships Other Scholarships Japanese Government Scholarships Other Types of Scholarship Academic Requirements Major Field of Study Time of Arrival Applicants must be graduates of a Japanese university or have a level of academic ability equal or superior to that of a Japanese university graduate. Applicants should apply for the field of study they studied at their previous university, or any related field. Applicants must be able to arrive in Japan within two weeks of the date specified by the receiving university at the beginning of the semester. The application schedule, procedure, eligibility, benefits, and duration differ according to the scholarship type. Please obtain the relevant information from the appropriate sources (e.g., websites). Check for further requirements on the MEXT website (in Japanese only):

45 MEXT Scholarships The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Scholarship program was established to increase the number of international students enrolled in Japanese universities. You can apply for a MEXT Scholarship in any of the following ways. For more information on all aspects of MEXT scholarships, please visit: For inquiries about MEXT scholarships, please contact: [email protected] International Student Exchange Division, International Affairs Department, Kyushu University [email protected] Applicants from the PRC must undergo different procedures. For details, please visit: (a) By Embassy Recommendation Japanese embassies/consulates accept applications on behalf of MEXT, which then makes a decision on the scholarship recipients. (b) By Kyushu University Recommendation Kyushu University recommends candidates to MEXT, which in turn selects the scholarship recipients. Qualified candidates may apply for any program the University offers (slots for unspecified programs), but they may have a better chance of being awarded a scholarship if they apply for special programs offered by some of our Graduate Schools (slots for designated programs) :(i) Law; (ii) Bioresource and Bioenvironmental Sciences; and (iii) Engineering. Please contact individual Graduate Schools for full details. (c) Young Leaders Program This is a special scholarship scheme designed for the Young Leaders Program (YLP), a one-year Master s program run by the Graduate School of Law. (d) Through Kyushu University Nomination To apply for a MEXT Scholarship in this category, the candidate must already be a student enrolled at Kyushu University. The MEXT makes the final decision based on the recommendations made by the University. JASSO Honors Scholarships The Japan Student Service Organization (JASSO) grants scholarships to privately financed international students after their enrollment at Kyushu University. Other Scholarships Various scholarship opportunities are granted by private foundations, international associations, and local governments. For more information, please visit: For more information about other scholarships, please visit: Some Graduate Schools admit students without having them come to Japan for screening. If you are admitted through such a process, your admitting Schools could recommend you to JASSO to be awarded an Honors Scholarship from the start of your study. Please contact individual Graduate Schools for full details

46 Admission Procedure Admission procedures differ depending on department and course. Applicants should study the admission guidelines of the course or department of their choice carefully. Below follows a general overview of the admission procedure. Tuition and Other Fees The tuition and fees for enrollment and application are shown below. MEXT scholars are eligible for a tuition and enrollment fee waiver. = Japanese Yen For Research Students Tuition Enrollment Fee Application Fee (1) Find a professor who specializes in the field you are interested in. Contact this professor by and ask for permission to become a research student. Information on professors/researchers affiliated with Kyushu University may be found at: 535,800/year 282,000 30,000 (2) After the professor accepts your request, submit the necessary application documents through the professor before the deadline. For Master s or Doctoral Students (1) Prepare the application forms and other required documents. (2) Mail the documents to each admission office before the deadline or deliver them in person. Important Notice for School of Law applicants Contact the Kaizuka Administrative Office, Student Affairs Section 3, for application as a Research Student of the undergraduate School of Law. (Contact information available in different page.) Contact the Admission Office of the International Programs, for application in the International Program of the Graduate School of Law. (Contact information available in different page.) Applicants SHOULD NOT ask professors for admission acceptance. Research Students will be part of the undergraduate School of Law. Emergency Security Plan(ESP) International students who are enrolled in Kyushu University are required to join the ESP and pay the membership fee. ESP consists of two services. Medical Assistance Service 24hours Trilingual Medical Assistance (Chinese, English, and Japanese) Services include Reference to an appropriate, nearby medical facility Interpretation at a medical facility via three-way conference call Emergency Services : Contacting and assisting family members in your home country Emergency Expense Insurance Coverage includes Emergency reunion (up to 3 persons) Rescue Interpretation, etc. Premium & Payment Method Pay the fee (1,000 yen/year) with the remittance form given to you by Kyushu University 45 44

47 Living Expenses Discover Fukuoka Due to lower consumer prices, living expenses are relatively low in Fukuoka. Still, you should be prepared to spend between 80,000 yen and 120,000 yen per month. Average Monthly Living Expenses by Region (as of 2011) National Average : 138,000 =Japanese Yen Source: JASSO Website Insurances/ Medical Costs 3,000 Transportation 3,000 Utilities 9,000 =Japanese Yen Source: G30 Project Office Books 10,000 Miscellaneous 5,000 Meals 30,000 Dorm 30,000 Hokkaido 111,000 Tohoku 110,000 Fukuoka, the home of Kyushu University, has a population of over 1.5 million. The trip from Tokyo to Fukuoka takes around 90 minutes by plane. With its mild climate, Fukuoka is said to be one of Asia s most pleasant cities to live. In fact, the Newsweek magazine s international edition selected Fukuoka as one of the World s 10 Hottest Cities, along with Las Vegas (USA) and Munich (Germany) in While the streets of Tenjin, the commercial center of the city, are lined with modern buildings and department stores, students can also enjoy natural beauty of the nearby seaside and mountains. All these sites are located in the suburbs, and numerous cultural and historical buildings such as temples and shrines are also readily accessible. Fukuoka serves as a gateway to Asia, both geographically and historically, and it has a dynamic, cosmopolitan atmosphere. There are abundant information sources for visitors from overseas, including free English publications, FM radio stations broadcast in various languages, street signs in four languages, and shops selling foods from abroad. International students have few difficulties living in Fukuoka. The city is welcoming to many cultures, as evidenced by the establishment of Kyushu s first mosque. It is true that Japan is prone to earthquakes. However, Fukuoka is said to be one of the most earthquake-resistant cities in Japan. Moreover, Fukuoka is over 1,000km away from Fukushima where a 9.0-earthquake struck in The levels of radiation in the city remain essentially the same as before the crisis. Kyushu (including FUKUOKA) 121,000 Chugoku 119,000 Shikoku 110,000 Kinki (including OSAKA) 134,000 Chubu 127,000 Kanto (including TOKYO) 151,000 Shikanoshima Tenjin Kiramekidori Yamakasa For further information on Fukuoka and the Kyushu area in general, please visit:

48 Kyushu University Hakozaki Higashi-ku Fukuoka JAPAN