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University of Fukui

福井大学  (FUKUIDAIGAKU) 

Graduate School of Engineering

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Industrial Innovation Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Master of Engineering)
System and Infrastructure Engineering for Safe and Sustainable Society
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Master of Engineering)
Fundamental Engineering for Knowledge-Based Society
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Master of Engineering)
Advanced Interdisciplinary Science and Technology
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of 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
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
◾The Global Engineering Program for International Students (GEPIS) at the University, starting in October and April, provides an opportunity for international students to study various fields of engineering.
◾English is used as a primary language for instruction in courses and for research supervision.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link
◾The Global Engineering Program for Research and Development (GEP for R&D) at the University aims to nurture person or graduates who are equipped with highly developed practical skill and are capable of leading industry worldwide including Japan.
◾The program prepares international students with advanced research skill in their specialized field as well as deep understanding and knowledge of Japanese culture and Japanese corporation through introductory education before and after enrollment, and specialized education and practical education after enrollment.
◾English is used as a primary language for instruction in the courses and for research supervision.
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
Contact Info (for International Students)


Degree Awarding Policy
Link

Program Profile

Official Website
Link
Brochures and App Form
School Features
Link
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Link
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
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
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
up to 2 wks / 1 mo
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link up to 2 wks / 1 mo / 3 mos
Long-term Study Abroad to Japan
Link 6 mos / 1 yr / 2 yrs
Long-term Study Abroad from Japan
Link 3 mos / 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, 2024

total
658
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
58 600

Number of International Students by Nationality

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
289
Number of Spring International Admissions
14
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
2
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
291 (10)
Completion Rate in 2024
95.3 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
9
Number of Spring International Admissions
4
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
20 (4)
Completion Rate in 2024
54.5 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024
33.3 %

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Link
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
151

  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    658:151

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)
Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
74
50
18
5
0
147
97
Female
1
2
1
0
0
4
2
International Faculty
3
2
1
0
0
6
3

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
4
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
287

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
18
Main Pathways for International Students
SHIMADZU CORPORATION/Mitsubishi Electric Corporation/ROHM Co., Ltd.
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
6
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)
Career Support

Voices of International Students
Link
International Alumni Networks

Link

Campus Location

Campus
Bunkyo　Campus
3-9-1 Bunkyo, Fukui-shi, Fukui Google Map
Access Map
Link
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
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
Campus
Tsuruga　Campus
1-3-33 Kanawa-cho, Tsuruga-shi, Fukui Google Map
Access Map
Link
Location Type
Suburban
Facilities and Services
  • Rest areas
  • Computer rooms
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Free Wi-Fi for students

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 10 2024

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Global Engineering Program for International Students(GEPIS)
Global Engineering Program for Research and Development(GEP for R&D)
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Link
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • 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)
  • Requires English language proficiency (Any other English Proficiency level Equipment to Entrance Qualification (not specified))
Remarks
  • Travel to Japan not required before admission procedure
Application Timing
Feb. / Apr. / Aug. / Sep. / Oct. / 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
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Tuition and Fees

As at 09th 10 2024

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Total Estimated Costs
1,498,480 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   2,080 yen
Link

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Total Estimated Costs
2,091,720 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
Other Charges
First Year   3,120 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
41,590 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
29,490 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
3,540 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 09th 10 2024

Late Payment Plan
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)
Available Link
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details
Link
JASSO Website

Types of Professional Qualifications

For each acquirable professional qualification, the eligibility requirements such as prescribed curriculum or requirement for practical experience and the nationality requirement may differ.

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Total estimated costs

"Total estimated costs" is the total of tuition (maximum possible for first-year students × length of the course of study), entrance fees, other costs (lab fees, facility and equipment fees, student accident insurance for first-year students × length of the course of study), and main living expenses × 12 months × length of the course of study. Living expenses include housing expenses. NIAD-QE calculates a reference value of housing expenses based on the Campus Life Data Survey by University Co-op, which each university may change to reflect the actual conditions.

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Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)

Where there are several campuses, housing costs are calculated based on area the main campus is located in.

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Admission Fee

Fee charged when one is admitted as a qualified student and decides to be enrolled.

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MEXT Research Students Scholarship

  • Those who are enrolled in a master’s course, a doctoral course, or a professional graduate course at a graduate school.
  • Those who are conducting research in a specialized field at an undergraduate department, graduate school, institute attached to a university, etc. without the aim of completing the course, or who are receiving preparatory education in the Japanese language and other subjects prior to placement at the university, etc. (Excluding the Young Leaders Program(YLP) students or teacher training students.)
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Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

  • Double Degree Program: Programs for which multiple diplomas are awarded by completing learning at Japanese and foreign institutions using the credit transfer system.
  • Joint Degree Program: Programs for a single diploma jointly awarded by two or more institutions based on cooperation established by Japanese and foreign institutions.
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Tuition Waivers

Tuition waivers may be entire or partial.

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Grants (All Students may Apply)

Scholarships may include loans and grants.
This part shows scholarships limited to students of this program. However, other scholarships may be available at the institutional level. Check the university’s website for details.

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Number of Spring Admissions

See the section on "entry timing" for the availability of admissions other than in the spring.

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Location Type

  • Metropolitan: Tokyo 23 Wards, Cities, of those population are more than 500,000, designated by the government decree
  • Urban: Cities in Tokyo Metropolitan (other than 23 wards), Cities in Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo Prefecture except for those designated as underpopulated areas by the act.
  • Suburban: Other areas than Metropolitan or Urban

The above classifications are a guide suggested by NIAD-QE; each university chooses the classification for its own campus.

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