Kyushu University
National

Kyushu University

九州大学 

Graduate School of Design

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Human Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Design in art engineering)
Human Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Engineering)
Communication Design Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Design in art engineering)
Communication Design Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Engineering)
Environment and Heritage Design
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Design in art engineering)
Environment and Heritage Design
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Engineering)
Content and Creative Design
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Design in art engineering)
Content and Creative Design
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Engineering)
Academic Calendar

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

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

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jun. / Oct. / Dec.
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)
Academic Affairs Faculty of Design
81-92-553-4400
contact@design.kyushu-u.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)
Available
Link
Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

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

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
428
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
151 277

Number of International Students by Nationality

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

Number of Spring Admissions
141
Number of Spring International Admissions
14
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
29
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
151 ()
Completion Rate in 2024
92.1 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
20
Number of Spring International Admissions
8
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
18 ()
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
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    428:

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
10
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
130

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
17
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 in Japan (Convert not to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert not to credit)
Link
Career Support
Available
Link
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks
Other
Link

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 10 2023

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
外国人留学生入試
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • Time for exam extended by 1.5 times or 1.3 times
  • Permission to take exam in Braille; use of question sheets with a font that is 1.4 times larger and paper sheets that are twice as large; use of a magnifying glass; etc.
  • Consideration given to methods of answering (can answer by check marks, writing, or writing done by another on behalf of the test-taker)
  • Sign-language interpreter, helper available
  • Consideration given to location of exam room (e.g., distance from restroom and elevator)
  • Other special measures such as use of walking sticks, hearing aids, wheelchairs, and specially made desks, etc.
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 (IELTS)
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
Application Timing

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

Master's Program

  • General
  • 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

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 10 2023

Master's Program

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
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
54,200 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
34,000 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
13,300 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 10 2023

Late Payment Plan
Installment Payment Plan
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)
Available Link
Details