Reorganization of the Faculty of Science and Engineering, Chuo University (Establishing the Faculty of Fundamental Science and Engineering; the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Society; and the Faculty of Advanced Science and Engineering in Korakuen Campus, April, 2026) ※The plan is under development and subject to change. Faculty names are tentative.

    In October 2015, Chuo University formulated the mid-to long-term project plan CHUO VISION 2025. The plan specified the coming ten-year objectives of Chuo University, focusing on: a) boosting the attractiveness of Chuo as a comprehensive university by establishing new faculties; b) establishing a core two-campus system; c) facilitating Chuo’s globalization; and d) promoting sports.

    As part of our efforts toward the realization of CHUO VISION 2025, the University will establish three faculties out of the existing Faculty of Science and Engineering in Korakuen Campus (Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo) in April 2026: the Faculty of Fundamental Science and Engineering; the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Society; and the Faculty of Advanced Science and Engineering. The three new faculties will take on the main features of the current 10 departments, including the department names and enrollment quotas.

    As well as designing and implementing their own unique curricula, the three faculties will offer interdepartmental courses in mathematics, data science, AI, foreign languages, and general education, giving students the knowledge required to become skilled practitioners of science and engineering. Each faculty aims to foster individuals who can tackle complex issues in this rapidly changing society by leveraging their subject expertise and bringing forth practical solutions.

    The faculty is composed of 4 departments: Mathematics, Physics, Applied Chemistry, and Biological Sciences. It aims to equip students with theoretical and practical skills in the fields of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering. The goal is to cultivate professionals who are ready to take on new challenges, carry forward the scientific and technological heritage that is the common intellectual property of humanity, and actively contribute to society through their own discoveries.

Department of Mathematics
Students will master the fundamentals of key areas in mathematics, including algebra, geometry, analysis, statistics, and computational mathematics. As they explore the world of mathematical sciences, they will develop the ability to independently formulate problems and generate new insights. This program aims to equip students with the mathematical knowledge and applied skills necessary to support modern science and technology.

Department of Physics
Physics is the study of universal natural laws that apply to all natural sciences and engineering disciplines. The department offers many interactive courses, such as Quantum Mechanics and Experiments in Physics. In the fourth year, students can take combined undergraduate and graduate courses on the Theory of Relativity and Astrophysics while engaging in graduation research. By steadily learning both fundamental and applied fields, students will acquire a solid foundation in physics and develop strong practical skills.

Department of Applied Chemistry
Students will gain a foundation in applied chemistry that equips them to handle the diverse chemical industries. They will develop both a microscopic perspective at the atomic and molecular level and a macroscopic perspective on real-world problems. This dual approach fosters academic curiosity and industrial problem-solving skills, enabling graduates to devise effective solutions and strategies. Additionally, students will acquire applied skills that allow them to venture into other fields of interest.

Department of Biological Sciences
By learning the fundamental principles of biological phenomena, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of living organisms as life systems. They will develop the ability to analyze current and future states of the diverse biological world based on rigorous scientific evidence. This will equip them with the skills to propose solutions to the global issues faced by humanity.

-Overview of the Faculty of Fundamental Science and Engineering-
●Departments: Department of Mathematics; Department of Physics; Department of Applied Chemistry; and Department of Biological Sciences
●Degree: Bachelor of Science (Department of Mathematics, Department of Physics, Department of Biological Sciences) and Bachelor of Engineering (Department of Applied Chemistry)
●Enrollment Quotas:

	Admission	Capacity
Department of Mathematics	70	280
Department of Physics	70	280
Department of Applied Chemistry	145	580
Department of Biological Sciences	75	300
Total	360	1,440

 

    The faculty is composed of 3 departments: Civil and Environmental Engineering; Data Science for Business Innovation; and Integrated Science and Engineering for Sustainable Societies. It aims to cultivate interdisciplinary professionals who are broadly knowledgeable in theories and technologies related to science and engineering. These individuals will be capable of applying their expertise to address the diverse and complex challenges faced by society, contributing to the creation of a better world.

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Students will learn the technologies needed to create a built environment that harmonizes with the natural world, making it easier for people to live comfortably. They will gain an understanding of natural phenomena and develop the skills to plan, design, construct, and maintain social infrastructure facilities. Additionally, they will be able to evaluate and analyze the impacts of these facilities on humans and ecosystems.

Department of Data Science for Business Innovation
Students will learn to manage resources such as people, capital, equipment, and information from a holistic perspective that considers both societal and environmental impacts. Focusing on data science, they will support the analysis and strategic planning of all organizational activities using information processing technologies and data analysis, including AI. They will gain the knowledge, technical skills, and practical abilities to improve and optimize organizational operations through the application of mathematical and engineering methods.

Department of Integrated Science and Engineering for Sustainable Societies
Focusing on the keyword “human,” the department offers an interdisciplinary learning experience aimed at addressing global societal issues through a new era of science and engineering. Students will gain a deep understanding of both theories and technologies, including evidence-based planning and design, multifaceted data collection through fieldwork, experiments, and sensing, and data analysis grounded in statistics and information processing. This approach ensures that students acquire a rich foundational knowledge and develop comprehensive and practical problem-solving skills.

-Overview of the Faculty of Science, Engineering and Society-
● Departments: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering; Department of Data Science for Business Innovation; and Department of Integrated Science and Engineering for Sustainable Societies
● Degree: Bachelor of Engineering
● Enrollment Quotas:

	Admission	Capacity
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering	90	360
Department of Data Science for Business Innovation	115	460
Department of Integrated Science and Engineering for Sustainable Societies	75	300
Total	280	1,120

 

    The faculty is composed of 3 departments: Precision Mechanics; Electrical, Electronic, and Communication Engineering; and Information and System Engineering. Through foundational education and interdisciplinary studies, students will learn to devise systems that connect the real (physical) space represented by people, objects, and nature with the virtual space (cyberspace). The faculty aims to develop professionals who can solve challenges in science and technology and contribute to the development of a sustainable and inclusive society.

Department of Precision Mechanics
By studying a broad range of courses on precision machinery, students will develop foundational knowledge and acquire a global perspective that can understand systems as a whole through the pursuit of precision. By engaging in cutting-edge research, particularly in areas such as robotics and AI, biotechnology and medicine, smart materials, and cyber-physical systems, students will develop practical skills to creatively address scientific and societal challenges.

Department of Electrical, Electronic, and Communication Engineering
In the broad fields of electrical, electronic, and information and communication engineering, students will focus on fundamental technologies related to energy, devices, measurement and control, and information transmission/processing. They will understand and apply cutting-edge theories and technologies, building a strong knowledge base that supports their expertise in these advanced areas crucial for a highly information-oriented society.

Department of Information and System Engineering
Students will gain global standard knowledge in information fields through a curriculum rich in specialized courses featuring extensive, hands-on practice. The program will provide them with a strong foundation as software engineers capable of advanced information processing and the design skills necessary for managing information in an international context.

-Overview of the Faculty of Advanced Science and Engineering-
● Departments: Department of Precision Mechanics; Department of Electrical, Electronic, and Communication Engineering; and Department of Information and System Engineering
● Degree: Bachelor of Engineering
● Enrollment Quotas:

	Admission	Capacity
Department of Precision Mechanics	145	580
Department of Electrical, Electronic, and Communication Engineering	135	540
Department of Information and System Engineering	100	400
Total	380	1,520

 

● More details on the new faculties will be provided at the 2024 Open Days in Korakuen Campus.
https://chuooc2024.jp/ (only in Japanese)
Dates: August 7 and 8, 2024, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (Reservation required)
Program:
・ Introduction to the Faculty of Science and Engineering
・ Open laboratories
・ Trial lectures and department guidance
・ Campus tour
・ Guidance on admission test
・ Individual consultation

-Reference-
CHUO VISION 2025

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