Academics
Graduate School of Science and Engineering
As science and technology become ever more sophisticated, and advances in the field take place at an ever accelerating rate, so research and education in the sciences in graduate schools to generate researchers and highly skilled professionals, especially in Master's programs, become ever more necessary. This is reflected in the current employment market, where more companies are becoming increasingly aggressive in efforts to attract students in post-graduate programs. Some have even made a Master's degree a requirement for employment.
It was within this climate that in 2003, the Graduate School of Science and Engineering increased the number of applicants admitted to the Master's program by 40 students. And, in keeping with its motto: "Distinctive Majors, Unique Graduate Programs," the School offers a curriculum capable of catering to a variety of specialist fields, including Secondary Courses, and a wide range of specialist fields majors that will form the basis of the 21st Century COE Program "Research on Security and Reliability in Electronic Society." The School has also set up a research management program and has committed itself to fostering outstanding students capable of working on the frontlines of international research. Together with the Department of Information and System Engineering of the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Research and Development Initiative, the Information and System Engineering Course, one of the hubs of the COE Program mentioned earlier, earned a rating of "A+" in 2003, from the "Evaluation of University Activities from the Viewpoint of Strengthening Industrial Competitiveness," a joint study commissioned to Mitsubishi Research Institute and Kawaijuku Educational Institution by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, for being in the top 5% of institutions surveyed.
Welcome to the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Graduate School of Science and Engineering.
Since its establishment, the Faculty of Science and Engineering has been dedicated to cultivating science and engineering professionals who contribute to social progress, in accordance with Chuo University’s founding philosophy: “Fostering the Ability to Apply Knowledge to Practice.” Today, the Faculty offers a wide range of educational opportunities spanning from introductory to advanced and interdisciplinary studies across ten departments: Mathematics, Physics, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Precision Mechanics, Electrical, Electronic, and Communication Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Data Science for Business Innovation, Information and System Engineering, Biological Sciences, and Integrated Science and Engineering for Sustainable Societies.
Meanwhile, the Graduate School of Science and Engineering engages in cutting-edge research across a broad spectrum of fields. It offers nine majors: Mathematics, Physics, Civil, Human and Environmental Science and Engineering, Precision Engineering, Electrical, Electronic, and Communication Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Data Science for Business Innovation, Information and System Engineering, and Biological Sciences, as well as a doctoral program exclusively in Electrical Engineering and Information Systems.
Through close collaboration between the Faculty of Science and Engineering and the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, our undergraduate students have the opportunity to participate in state-of-the-art research, which is one of the distinguishing features of our academic programs. In addition, we provide a variety of valuable opportunities for students who wish to master leading science technologies, including participation in joint research projects with domestic and overseas universities, research institutes, and companies, as well as attendance at international conferences.
Society today requires global partnerships and the integration of insights from diverse fields such as AI and data science, environmental issues, and biosciences. The Faculty and Graduate School of Science and Engineering strive to cultivate individuals capable of coping with these complex situations. To this end, we focus on nurturing human talents with a global perspective and understanding of different cultures, beyond their authentic expertise in specialized fields. In addition to university-wide initiatives to strengthen English education and promote international exchange programs, we have expanded our distinctive short-term exchange programs and internship opportunities with global companies. We are creating an optimal environment that empowers our students to grow into global-minded scientists through interactions with overseas universities and research institutions, enabling them to reach out to different values and cultures.
Our Korakuen campus, located in central Tokyo yet surrounded by a serene environment, offers convenient access to business communities and public institutions. This ideal location allows students to actively participate in both on-campus and off-campus projects, as well as local partnership activities, providing them with opportunities to experience “practical learning” through direct engagement with society. We believe that such hands-on experiences foster genuine competence and open diverse career paths for our students. In addition, strong support from our alumni who are active across a wide range of industries, and the dedicated guidance provided by Chuo University’s Career Center further distinguish our programs and enhance our students’ professional development.
We look forward to meeting everyone who is interested in studying with us at our Korakuen campus.
Hiroko SHOJI Dean, Faculty of Science and Engineering/Graduate School of Science and Engineering
