Tohoku University
National

Tohoku University

東北大学  (Tohoku University) 

Graduate School of Science

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Mathematics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Mathematics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science)
Physics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Physics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science)
Astronomy
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Astronomy
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science)
Geophysics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Geophysics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science)
Chemistry
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Chemistry
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science)
Earth Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Earth Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science)
Academic Calendar

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
Link
Syllabus
Link
List of Courses and Schedule
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Available
Link


Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Division for International Research and Educational Cooperation (DiRECT)
81-22-795-5829
direct@mail.sci.tohoku.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Overview
Link
Application Form
Link
School Brochures
Link
School Features
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Japanese Language Course at an Affiliated School (Separate Admission Process for the University)

Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link 1 mo
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Other Study Abroad Programs
Link 1 mo / 3 mos / 6 mos / 1 yr

Link
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
Link

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
862
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
157 705

Number of International Students by Nationality

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
268
Number of Spring International Admissions
14
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
26
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
244 (27)
Completion Rate in 2024
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
77
Number of Spring International Admissions
6
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
72 (19)
Completion Rate in 2024
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
206
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    862:206

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
71
73
3
49
1
197
95
Female
4
1
1
2
1
9
4
International Faculty
2
2
0
2
0
6
2

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
80
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
151

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
1
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
51
Main Pathways for International Students
日本国内…学校教育、金融業、学術・開発研究機関、化学工業,石油製品等、その他技術サービス業/母国…学校教育/日本・母国以外…学術・開発研究機関
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
8
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert to credit)
Career Support
Available
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Third-party Quality Assurance

Program Accreditation
  • 外部評価 (2019)

Entrance Exam for International Students

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
Transfer within the Institution
Transfer from Another Institution
Eligible to Apply
Options for Testing / Qualifications
Remarks
Application Timing

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • 自己推薦

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • 進学







Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 09 2019

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
56,273 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 05 2024

Late Payment Plan
Available
Installment Payment Plan
Available
Tuition Waivers
Student may Apply for Waiver or Reduction of Tuition
Link

Scholarships/Loans

Grants (All Students may Apply)
Available
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Available Link
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details