University of the Ryukyus
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University of the Ryukyus

琉球大学  (RYUKYUDAIGAKU) 

Graduate School of Engineering and Science

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Mathematical Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Physics and Earth Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Chemistry, Biology and Marine Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science)
Mechanical Systems Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
Civil Engineering and Architecture
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
Information Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
Material,Structural and Energy Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Engineering)
Interdisciplinary Intelligent Systems Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Engineering)
Marine and Environmental Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Science)
Material,Structural and Energy Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Philosophy)
Interdisciplinary Intelligent Systems Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Philosophy)
Marine and Environmental Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Philosophy)
Material,Structural and Energy Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Science)
Interdisciplinary Intelligent Systems Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Science)
Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Engineering)
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
Syllabus
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Available
Link
Link
The “Resilient Smart City Program” aims to enhance human resources to play an active role in cities’ resilience and environmental issues. The program provides high quality courses dealing with resilience against serious disasters including those which are intensified by climate change.
The Ryukyu International Marine Program (RIMP) is also sponsored by the scholarship program of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan (MEXT). The program is dedicated to fostering scientists capable of contributing to the conservation and sustainable utilization of island marine environments, and developing natural disaster prevention methodologies.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link
Link
The “Resilient Smart City Program” aims to enhance human resources to play an active role in cities’ resilience and environmental issues. The program provides high quality courses dealing with resilience against serious disasters including those which are intensified by climate change.
The Ryukyu International Marine Program (RIMP) is also sponsored by the scholarship program of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan (MEXT). The program is dedicated to fostering scientists capable of contributing to the conservation and sustainable utilization of island marine environments, and developing natural disaster prevention methodologies.

Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
①Academic Affairs Unit, Faculty of Engineering ②Faculty of Science, Academic Affairs Unit
①+81-98-895-8593 ②+81-98-895-8595
①kggakmu@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp ②rggakmu@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Overview
Link
Application Form
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
Study Abroad Programs
Link
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
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, 2023

total
428
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
113 315

Number of International Students by Nationality

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

Number of Spring Admissions
127
Number of Spring International Admissions
6
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
8
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
140 (18)
Completion Rate in 2023
92.9 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
16
Number of Spring International Admissions
2
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
18 (13)
Completion Rate in 2023
85.7 %
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
169
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    428:169

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
75
63
14
152
89
Female
3
5
2
3
13
7
International Faculty
1
3
4
2

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
19
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
94

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
13
Main Pathways for International Students
大成技研,株式会社カンディハウス,武蔵精密工業株式会社,国立大学法人琉球大学,Chuo construction consultancy ,東電設計株式会社
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
9
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)
  • Internships/training in Japan (Convert not to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert not to credit)
Career Support

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 19th 10 2022

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
外国人留学生特別選抜(理系のみ)
Link
Resilient Smart City Program
Link
Leadership for ASEAN Marine Environments and Resources (LA MER) Program
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 (IELTS)
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
  • Travel to Japan not required before admission procedure
Application Timing
Jan. / Nov.

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

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 14th 10 2020

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
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
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
53,920 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
28,615 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
4,394 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 19th 10 2022

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