Tohoku University
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Tohoku University

東北大学  (Tohoku University) 

Graduate School of Engineering

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Finemechanics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Finemechanics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Robotics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Robotics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Aerospace Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Aerospace Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Quantum Science and Energy Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Quantum Science and Energy Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Electrical Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Electrical Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Communications Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Communications Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Electronic Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Electronic Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Applied Physics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Applied Physics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Applied Chemistry
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Applied Chemistry
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Chemical Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Chemical Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Biomolecular Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Biomolecular Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Metallurgy
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Metallurgy
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Materials Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Materials Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Materials Processing
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Materials Processing
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Architecture and Building Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Architecture and Building Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Department of Management Science and Technology
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(工学)
Department of Management Science and Technology
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(工学)
Academic Calendar

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

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

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester / quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
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)
Graduate Academic Affairs Section
81-22-795-5820
eng-in@grp.tohoku.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Overview
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
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
Link 1 mo / 6 mos / 1 yr
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, 2025

total
2,138
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
381 1,757

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

Number of Spring Admissions
695
Number of Spring International Admissions
47
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
75
Number of Graduating Students in 2025 (International Students)
708 ()
Completion Rate in 2025
96.6 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2025

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
132
Number of Spring International Admissions
28
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2025 (International Students)
148 ()
Completion Rate in 2025
72.2 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2025

Faculty

As of May 1, 2025

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
337
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    2138:337

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
102
103
2
89
3
299
88
Female
7
3
1
21
6
38
11
International Faculty
2
9
0
30
0
41
12

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2025

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
108
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
580

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
113
Main Pathways for International Students
日本国内…輸送用機械器具製造業、電子部品・デバイス・電子回路製造業、電気・情報通信機械器具製造業、鉄鋼業,非鉄金属・金属製品製造業、化学工業,石油・石炭製品製造業、はん用・生産用・業務用機械器具製造業、情報通信業、国家公務等、建設業、学校教育、学術研究,専門・技術サービス業-法務、学術・開発研究機関、その他の製造業/母国…電子部品・デバイス・電子回路製造業、電気・情報通信機械器具製造業、はん用・生産用・業務用機械器具製造業、情報通信業、金融業、学校教育、学術・開発研究機関、卸売業、その他の専門・技術サービス業、その他の製造業/日本・母国以外…学校教育、学術・開発研究機関
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
61
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

Entrance Exam for International Students

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
International Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Course (IMAC)
Link
International Materials Science and Engineering Master course (IMSE)
Link
International Civil and Environmental Engineering Course (I-CEEC)
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • Consideration given to location of exam room (e.g., distance from restroom and elevator)
Transfer within the Institution
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Eligible to Apply
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
  • Requires English language proficiency (IELTS)
Remarks
  • Online application available
  • Examination fees and other charges payable by credit card or online payment system
  • Exams offered outside Japan/interviews during admissions screening conducted abroad (including instances where applicants may come to Japan before receiving an admission decision)
  • Travel to Japan not required before admission procedure
Application Timing
Jan. / Jun.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

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

  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

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 2025

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)
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details