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Programs for
International Students
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Kyushu University offers 5 undergraduate programs and more than 60 graduate programs conducted in English.
Undergraduate Programs
- Applied Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
- Bioresource and Bioenvironment
- School of Interdisciplinary Science and Innovation
(Bilingual Program combined with Japanese and English)
If you are looking for other degree programs in Japanese, please click here to get the detailed information.
Steps for Application of International Undergraduate Programs in English
August
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Download
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Download Application instructions and print necessary documents here
September - December
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Prepare
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Prepare the application documents:
make sure to have ALL the required documents ready before the application period
January
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Apply
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Apply online
January
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Pay
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Pay the application fee
January
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Submit
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Submit application documents by registered mail to reach us
before the deadline
January
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Check
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Check your email regularly
Admission Timetable
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January
Application Period
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February
1st Screening Result Announcement
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Late February - Early March
2nd Screening (Interview)
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March
Admission Decision Announcement
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April
Enrollment Procedure Deadline
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October
Start of the semester
Preliminary Screening: Evaluation of submitted documents
Secondary Screening: Comprehensive evaluation of submitted documents and an interview
* If you are looking for programs in Japanese, please click here to get the detailed information.
Graduate Programs
- 18 graduate schools in Kyushu University offer more than 60 international graduate programs in total.
Please get more information here.
Admission procedures including application periods differ depending on courses, so applicants should study the admission guidelines of the course of their choice carefully.
You can see the website and contact information of each graduate school from here.
Common Example of Steps for Application of International Graduate Programs
1st
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Find
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Find a professor at Academic Staff Educational and Research Activities Database who specializes in the field you are interested in
Academic Staff Educational and Research Activities Database
2nd
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Contact
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Contact the professor directly by e-mail to ask for permission to your participation in his/her laboratory
3rd
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Prepare
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Prepare the application documents:
make sure to have ALL the required documents ready before the application period
4th
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Submit
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Prepare the application documents:
make sure to have ALL the required documents ready before the application period
You may use Kyushu University Pre-admission Support Desk (PSD) depending on the graduate school you wish to enroll.
PSD serves as your first point of contact, and helps you locate your potential supervisor.
* Please note that PSD does not necessarily include all graduate schools.
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Short-term
Study Programs
Various short-term study programs other than degree programs are offered for international students by International Student Center of Kyushu University.
| Program | Duration | Language | Link to Details and Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
 Japan in Today's World |
10 months: Oct. – Jul. * Recommended 1 Semester: Oct. - Feb. / Apr. - Jul. |
English | More Information |
 Japanese Language and |
11 months: Oct. – Aug. |
Japanese | More Information |
 ASEAN in Today's World |
2 weeks: Late Feb. – Early Mar. |
English | More Information |
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Exchange Programs
Kyushu University accepts students from universities with which we have university-wide exchange agreements (partner universities) via three main programs. Click here for the list of Kyushu University’s partner universities.
| Program | Duration | Language | Link to Details and Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schools and Graduate Schools |
1 year : Apr.-Mar./Oct.-Sep. 1 semester: Apr.- Sep./Oct.- Mar. |
Japanese ※There are courses conducted in English at School of Engineering, School of Agriculture, School of Interdisciplinary Science and Innovation and graduate schools. |
More Information |
| JTW | 10 months: Oct. – Jul. * Recommended 1 Semester: Oct. - Feb. / Apr. - Jul. |
English | More Information |
| JLCC | 11 months: Oct. – Aug. |
Japanese | More Information |
Digital Books
Programs in Each Undergraduate and Graduate School
Students may take courses offered by Kyushu University’s undergraduate and graduate schools. Graduate students who wish to do research may request research supervision.
Most of the subjects are taught in Japanese, so students will be required a Japanese language proficiency of Level 1 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test or the equivalent level.
Some undergraduate and graduate schools offer courses taught in English. If the school of your choice offers enough courses taught in English, we will accept students whose English language proficiency is demonstrated by a TOEFL score of at least iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0.
Classes Conducted in English for Exchange Students
To apply, you must be nominated by your university as a prospective exchange student. First, contact exchange program officers at your university to express your interest. Upon being formally nominated, complete the designated form through Kyushu University’s online application system.
Websites and Syllabuses
Timetable for Student Exchange Program using online application_ Schools and Graduate Schools
| For Spring Enrollment (From April) |
For Fall Enrollment (From October) |
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| Announcement to Partner Institutions | Around June | Around November |
| Nomination Deadline | September 30th | February 10th |
| Application Deadline (Via online system) |
October 15th | March 10th |
| Screening has been conducted at each faculty | ||
| Announcement of Result | Early January | Around May to June |
| Enrollment | April 1st | October 1st |
* As university-to-university exchange programs, we do not accept applications directly from individual students – applications must be made through the exchange coordinators at your universities. Your university usually sets its own deadlines much earlier than those indicated so as to complete its own internal screenings and other administrative procedures prior to submitting to Kyushu University by our deadlines.
Inquires
International Student Exchange Division, International Affairs Department, Kyushu University 4th Floor, Center Zone Building 4, 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City, 819-0395
E-mail exchange@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
Japan in Today’s World (JTW)
This program is for undergraduate students majoring in any subject. Courses are taught in English. We will accept students whose English language proficiency is demonstrated by a TOEFL score of at least iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0.
Timetable for Student Exchange Program using online application_ JTW
| For Spring Enrollment (From April) |
For Fall Enrollment (From October) |
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|---|---|---|
| Announcement to Partner Institutions | Around June | Around November |
| Nomination Deadline | September 30th | January 10th |
| Application Deadline (Via online system) |
October 15th | February 10th |
| Screening has been conducted at the faculty | ||
| Announcement of Result | Early January | Late April |
| Enrollment | April 1st | October 1st |
* As university-to-university exchange programs, we do not accept applications directly from individual students – applications must be made through the exchange coordinators at your universities. Your university usually sets its own deadlines much earlier than those indicated so as to complete its own internal screenings and other administrative procedures prior to submitting to Kyushu University by our deadlines.
Inquires
International Student Exchange Division, International Affairs Department, Kyushu University 4th Floor, Center Zone Building 4, 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City, 819-0395
E-mail exchange@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
Japanese Language and Culture Course (JLCC)
This program is for undergraduate students majoring in Japanese studies at their home institution. Courses are taught in Japanese. Exchange students will be required a Japanese language proficiency of Level 1of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test or the equivalent level. (JLPT N2 Level would be acceptable)
Timetable for Student Exchange Program using online application_ JLCC
| For Fall Enrollment (From October) |
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| Announcement to Partner Institutions | Around November | |
| Nomination Deadline | January 10th | |
| Application Deadline (Via online system) |
February 10th | |
| Screening has been conducted at the faculty | ||
| Announcement of Result | Late April | |
| Enrollment | October 1st | |
* As university-to-university exchange programs, we do not accept applications directly from individual students – applications must be made through the exchange coordinators at your universities. Your university usually sets its own deadlines much earlier than those indicated so as to complete its own internal screenings and other administrative procedures prior to submitting to Kyushu University by our deadlines.
Inquires
International Student Exchange Division, International Affairs Department, Kyushu University 4th Floor, Center Zone Building 4, 744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka City, 819-0395
E-mail exchange@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
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Japanese
Language Courses
There are also Japanese language courses for those who would like to study/improve Japanese skill for FREE.
| Program | Eligible Students | Link to Details and Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Japanese Academic Courses (JACs) |
Undergraduate | More Information |
| Japanese Training Courses (JTCs) |
Undergraduate / Graduate/ Research student |
More Information |
| Japanese Training for Advanced Studies (JTAS) |
MEXT sponsored international students for graduate schools |
More Information |