Kobe University
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Kobe University

神戸大学  (こうべだいがく) 

Graduate School of System Informatics

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
System Informatics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
System Informatics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(System Informatics)
System Informatics
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(System Informatics)
System Informatics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy in System Informatics)
System Informatics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy in Engineering)
System Informatics
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy)
Academic Calendar

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

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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


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


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Student Affairs Section,Graduate School of Engineering

eng-kyomugakusei@office.kobe-u.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
Study Abroad Programs
6 mos
Study Abroad Programs
1 yr
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
231
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
18 213

Number of International Students by Nationality

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

Number of Spring Admissions
84
Number of Spring International Admissions
4
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
9
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
75 (3)
Completion Rate in 2023
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
6
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
10 (5)
Completion Rate in 2023
75 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Faculty

As of May 1, 2023

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
43
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    231:43

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
19
17
1
2
39
90
Female
1
1
0
2
4
9
International Faculty
2
2
0
2
6
13

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)
58

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
8
Main Pathways for International Students
Education,Services
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
2
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
Career Support
Available
Link
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Campus Location

Campus
Rokkodai 2nd Campus
1-1 Rokkodai-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe 657-8501, Japan, Hyōgo Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Metropolitan
Facilities and Services
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • 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)
  • Muslim-friendly food provided in the cafeteria and elsewhere (not certified Halal)
  • Free Wi-Fi for students

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 10th 10 2024

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
外国人留学生特別入試
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
Transfer within the Institution
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
  • Requires English language proficiency (Any other English Proficiency level Equipment to Entrance Qualification (not specified))
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
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General

Tuition and Fees

As at 10th 10 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

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
Other Charges
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 10th 10 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)
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Available
Details