The School of Advanced Engineering aims to educate engineers and researchers who will contribute to a sustainable society through cutting-edge science and technology. The School seeks motivated students with strong academic foundations in mathematics, science, and English, who have a keen interest in advanced science and technology and aspire to develop through collaborative study and research, with future graduate study in mind.

Desired Attributes of Students

• Students with a strong interest in cutting-edge knowledge and specialized technologies, and the motivation to contribute to a sustainable society through learning and research.
• Students who are eager to identify and define problems based on their knowledge and skills, and who aim to solve them logically through active communication and collaboration with diverse people.
• Students who engage earnestly in study and research, respect diverse perspectives, and strive for continuous self-improvement as future engineers and researchers.

Applicants are expected to have an appropriate understanding of high school–level coursework, particularly in mathematics, science, and English.

In the Department of Chemistry and Life Science, students and educators work together to address a wide range of issues related to life through the application of chemical knowledge and techniques. Through education and research, the department aims to develop researchers and engineers capable of contributing to society. The department seeks students who are interested in the relationship between life phenomena and chemistry, who are committed to acquiring fundamental knowledge and problem-solving skills, and who are able to engage proactively in their studies.

The Department of Applied Chemistry aims to contribute to the realization of a sustainable, recycling-oriented society by applying the power of chemistry to support daily life and open new possibilities for the future. The department educates chemical engineers and researchers who possess strong fundamental academic skills, broad perspectives, and the ability to apply their knowledge across a wide range of fields—from materials science and food or biotechnology-related product development to advanced areas such as polymer chemistry, catalytic chemistry, nanotechnology, and next-generation energy. The department seeks students with a strong interest in the relationships among substances, human life, and the global environment, and who are motivated to contribute to society through the application of chemical approaches.

The Department of Environmental Chemistry and Chemical Engineering aims to educate engineers and researchers capable of developing technologies to preserve the environment and to create materials and energy systems with low environmental impact by utilizing advanced chemical technologies. The department seeks proactive students who possess solid academic foundations and scientific thinking skills, and who wish to understand environmental conditions—such as air, water, and soil—through experiments and practical training, and to contribute to the realization of a sustainable society.

In the Department of Applied Physics, students systematically study fundamental theories of physics while acquiring the foundations of modern physics and learning how to apply physical principles to real-world problems. The department aims to develop engineers, educators, and researchers who can practically address challenges in modern physics and related fields and apply physics for the benefit of human society. The department seeks students who are interested not only in the universal principles and laws governing the physical space of nature, but also in the universal phenomena and rules that exist in the information space created by human society in the twenty-first century, and who are motivated to contribute to society through physical perspectives and methodologies.

The Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering aims to educate engineers who can play active roles on a global stage with strong international communication skills. Based on a solid foundation of fundamental and specialized engineering knowledge, the department provides education that enables students to understand a wide range of engineering challenges while fostering an enjoyment of creative manufacturing. The department seeks highly motivated students who are interested in fields such as robotics, automobiles, medical devices, computers, clean energy, and aerospace, and who are committed to improving their English proficiency as a tool for communication.

The School of Engineering aims to educate engineers who acquire practical and broad scientific and technological expertise, approach problems logically from diverse perspectives, and contribute to the advancement of science and technology for a sustainable society.

Desired Attributes of Students

• Students with fundamental academic skills required for engineering—particularly in mathematics, science, and English—and a strong interest in science and technology as the foundation of society.
• Students who can communicate effectively and enhance both individual and team capabilities through collaboration.
• Students who recognize the responsibilities of engineers, aspire to work internationally, and are motivated to engage proactively in their studies.

Applicants are expected to have an appropriate understanding of high school–level coursework, especially in mathematics, science, and English.

The Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks students who, in addition to solid academic foundations, possess creativity, flexible thinking skills, a strong motivation to learn independently and improve their abilities, basic communication skills, and a keen interest in manufacturing. The department aims to develop engineers who can comprehensively understand engineering challenges with consideration for human society as well as the global and regional environment, and who possess broad knowledge and engineering ethics based on an international perspective.

The Department of Mechanical Systems Engineering aims to educate engineers who can play active roles in fields related to the design, manufacture, and management of mechanical systems that integrate mechanical elements with intelligence. Building on core subjects in mechanical engineering, students study interdisciplinary fields such as systems engineering, robotics, and control engineering. Accordingly, the department seeks students who not only possess fundamental academic skills but also demonstrate a strong motivation to learn independently, effective communication skills, and a genuine interest in the mechanisms and movements of machines and systems.

The Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering aims to educate engineers and researchers who can contribute actively in the fields of energy, electronics, and systems. The department covers a wide range of areas, including electric power, communications, transportation, aerospace, environmental technologies, medical applications, and safety and security. To succeed in these fields, students must acquire knowledge in electromagnetism, circuits, electronic properties, systems, and related areas. The department seeks proactive students who possess solid academic foundations in physics and mathematics, who can collaborate effectively with others, and who demonstrate a considerate and responsible attitude toward both people and the global environment.

The School of Architecture seeks the following students:

• Students who have a strong interest in architecture and urban environments.
• Students who demonstrate independence in learning and perseverance in addressing challenging problems.
• Students who are open to diverse perspectives and willing to understand different ways of thinking.

Applicants are expected to have acquired fundamental academic skills during their high school education.
Architecture is an interdisciplinary field that integrates the resolution of urban and social issues, advanced technologies based on mathematics and science, artistic design rooted in culture and the arts, and strong communication skills, including Japanese and English. Accordingly, students in their first and second years follow a common curriculum that provides a solid foundation across these areas. Prospective students are encouraged to have a well-balanced academic background in Japanese, English, mathematics, science, and social studies. In particular, strong proficiency in mathematics and science is expected for students entering the Department of Architecture.

Cities are collections of architecture and places where people live their daily lives. In the Department of Urban Design and Planning, students first acquire a foundation in architecture and then study a wide range of approaches to urban development, including government-led urban planning, citizen-driven community development, environmentally harmonious cities, safe and secure urban environments, and large-scale landscape planning. The department seeks motivated students who wish to learn about cities and community development through close engagement with architecture and people’s lives.

In response to contemporary challenges such as frequent natural disasters, global warming, population aging, and the expanding use of digital technologies, society demands new approaches to architecture. The Department of Architecture seeks curious and highly motivated students who wish to acquire advanced technical knowledge and skills in architectural planning, structural engineering, building services, and production, in order to conceptualize and realize new forms of architecture that address these challenges.

The Department of Architectural Design focuses on creating architecture that is appropriate for its intended use and that combines functionality, comfort, and design quality. Students study not only architectural design, but also interior design for residential and commercial spaces, inclusive design that supports diverse lifestyles, and design related to the preservation and regeneration of important buildings. The department seeks creative and imaginative students who are interested in architecture, cities, culture, and the arts, and who aspire to create architecture that enriches people’s lives.

The School of Informatics aims to educate core information technology professionals who will support the realization of an advanced information society. Based on fundamental skills such as mathematics and programming, students systematically acquire specialized knowledge and technologies, while developing problem-identification and problem-solving abilities through experiments and practical training.
The School seeks students who are interested in information science and information and communication systems, who engage proactively in their studies, and who aspire to contribute responsibly to society on a global scale.

Desired Attributes of Students

• Students who are motivated to build a prosperous society by planning, developing, and operating advanced systems based on information and communication technologies (ICT), and who are interested in solving social issues through ICT-related theories and scientific approaches.
• Students who can proactively develop problem-solving skills through collaboration with diverse individuals.
• Students who are interested in a wide range of social issues and are able to work cooperatively with people holding different perspectives.

Applicants are expected to be motivated individuals with sound ethical awareness and the ability to pursue their studies independently in accordance with the policies of the university, the School, and each department.

The Department of Information and Communications Engineering aims to develop individuals who possess comprehensive fundamental academic skills, flexible application abilities, and creativity necessary for future work in the fields of information and communications, information media, and information devices. Students first acquire the academic foundations required in these three fields and then proceed to specialized education. The department seeks students who have an interest in information technology, even at a general level, and who are motivated to engage in learning with a view toward contributing to this field in the future.

The Department of Computer Science aims to educate engineers who can contribute to society through the effective use of computers, which are indispensable to today’s information-based society. The department seeks students who are interested in the mechanisms and fundamental technologies of computers, as well as software, computer applications, and information security, who possess basic mathematical skills, and who aspire to play active roles in an international context.

With the goal of creating a human-centered information society, the Department of Information Design is structured around three core areas: content design, human information processing, and knowledge information processing. The department educates professionals capable of designing effective and efficient ways to communicate information through digital content creation, data acquisition and analysis, and logical explanation of problem-solving processes. It seeks students who possess strong communication skills, fundamental mathematical abilities, and flexible thinking, and who are motivated to actively acquire knowledge and specialized skills in the department’s core fields.

The Department of Information Science aims to educate engineers capable of discovering and analyzing problems and designing information systems that enable effective solutions, based on data analysis, artificial intelligence, and statistical and modeling techniques. The department seeks students who have a broad interest in society, the economy, and science, who wish to expand the application of their technical skills to solving diverse problems, and who are motivated to continuously acquire new knowledge and technologies in a rapidly evolving information society.