Interdisciplinary
Graduate School of
Engineering
Sciences

DEGREE
  • Master of Science / Engineering / Philosophy
  • Doctor of Science / Engineering / Philosophy
CAREERS
  • Engineers, researchers, professors and administrative officers
DEPARTMENT
  • Interdisciplinary Engineering Sciences
MAJORS
  • Science and Engineering of Materials and Devices
  • Chemistry and Materials Science
  • Device Science and Engineering
  • Plasma and Quantum Science and Engineering
  • Mechanical and Systems Engineering
  • Earth System Science and Technology
APPLICATION PERIOD
  • Research Students April Admission : Mid-December, every year
    October Admission : Mid-June, every year
  • Master’s Program April Admission : Late October, every year
    October Admission : Late April - Early May, every year
  • Doctoral Program April Admission : Early January, every year
    October Admission : Late April - Early May, every year

OVERVIEW

Over the past 40 years, IGSES has educated a wide range of excellent students from various undergraduate schools and universities from all over the world. It has achieved remarkable academic success through interdisciplinary research activities. The cooperation of two adjunct institutes, the Institute for Materials Chemistry and Engineering (IMCE) as well as the Research Institute for Applied Mechanics (RIAM) further supplement the research and educational output of IGSES.

The educational curriculum of the IGSES focuses on three majors, i.e. energy, environment, and materials, and intends to create researchers and engineers who (1) are highly skilled in problem solving and have a strong potential for further novel research; (2) demonstrate a high level of environmental and scientific expertise applied to eco-conscious technologies; and (3) are poised to thrive internationally to contribute to SDGs.

IGSES has hosted several national leading graduate programs for excellent students, such as the Intellectual Exchange and Innovation Program (IEI Program) which provide scholarship from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Japan (Monbukagakusho, MEXT) to selected excellent Ph.D students. Under these circumstances, the ratio of international students to all students in IGSES currently exceeds 35%.

Student’s Voice

What is your research about?
I choose IGSES because I see many research collaboration chances with other disciplinary researchers. My research is focused on developing low-cost materials for dehumidification to be used in air conditioning systems. I enrolled in a research laboratory focused on developing thermal energy-driven air conditioning and heat pump systems to minimize the global warming potential. My research strongly supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that focus on providing sustainable cities, communities, and climate action. By enrolling in this school, I am able to deepen my knowledge about energy, environment, and air conditioning from many perspectives.
What is an advantage of Kyushu University?
Kyushu University is located in one of the best cities to live in Japan, which is Fukuoka. This place perfectly represents a sustainable city with well-protected nature, cultures, cuisine, and warm local people. Choosing Fukuoka and Kyushu University to pursue a higher degree in education is one of the best decisions I have ever made.
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CHAIRUNNISA
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