Tohoku University
National

Tohoku University

東北大学  (Tohoku University) 

Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Biomedical Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(医工学)
Biomedical Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(医工学)
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


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


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Graduate Academic Affairs Section
022-795-4824
bme-kyom@grp.tohoku.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
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
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • 無し
Link

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
134
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
31 103

Number of International Students by Nationality

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

Number of Spring Admissions
38
Number of Spring International Admissions
4
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
2
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
40 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
9
Number of Spring International Admissions
1
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
18 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
85.7 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Faculty

As of May 1, 2023

  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    134:

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
8
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
32

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
15
Main Pathways for International Students
日本国内…電子部品・デバイス/母国…学校教育
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
3
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

As at 01st 04 2022

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
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
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Eligible to Apply
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
Remarks
Application Timing
Jan. / Jul.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

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

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • 早期卒業制度による卒業者を対象とする特別選抜

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 2020

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

Total Estimated Costs
3,638,684 yen
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
Other Charges
First Year   6,430 yen

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Total Estimated Costs
5,320,596 yen
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
Other Charges
First Year   7,620 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
56,273 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
30,886 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
7,517 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 09 2020

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
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details