Utsunomiya University
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Utsunomiya University

宇都宮大学  (Utsunomiya Daigaku)  / UDAI

Graduate School of Regional Development and Creativity

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Division of Social Design
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts)
Division of Social Design
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Agriculture)
Division of Social Design
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
Division of Social Design
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Global Studies)
Division of Engineering and Agriculture
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Optical Science and Engineering)
Division of Engineering and Agriculture
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Molecular Agriculture)
Division of Engineering and Agriculture
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
Division of Engineering and Agriculture
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Agriculture)
Division of Advanced Transdisciplinary Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Optical Science and Engineering)
Division of Advanced Transdisciplinary Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Agriculture)
Division of Advanced Transdisciplinary Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Engineering)
Division of Advanced Transdisciplinary Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(International Studies)
Division of Advanced Transdisciplinary Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Arts)
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
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)


Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Features
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class

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
Study Abroad Programs
Link 2 yrs
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
910
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
111 799

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

Number of Spring Admissions
377
Number of Spring International Admissions
28
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
42
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
389 ()
Completion Rate in 2024
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
30
Number of Spring International Admissions
9
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
8 ()
Completion Rate in 2024
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
260
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    910:260

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
96
84
2
30
212
81
Female
20
17
2
9
48
18
International Faculty
6
2
0
6
14
5

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
22
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
338

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
7
Main Pathways for International Students
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
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

Campus Location

Campus
Mine Campus
321-8505, 350 Mine-machi, Utsunomiya-City, Tochigi Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Suburban
Facilities and Services
  • Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms)
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • Rest areas
  • Computer rooms
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Halal food provided in the cafeteria and elsewhere (certified Halal)
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
  • Places for worship (Qibla indicated / washing place available)
  • Places for worship (Qibla not indicated / washing place available)

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 05 2024

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
  • Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU): Japanese as a Foreign Language
  • Levels in Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N1)
  • Levels in Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N2)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
Application Timing
Jul. / Nov.

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

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 05 2024

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
Other Charges
First Year   2,430 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
Other Charges
First Year   3,620 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
29,407 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
4,619 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