2025.07.01
News
Two New Faculties Scheduled to be Open in April 2027, at Tama Campus (under development)
In April 2027, Chuo University will establish the Faculty of Data Science, Sports and Wellness, and the Faculty of Agriculture and Information Technology. These new faculties will be located in Tama Campus to take advantage of Tama area’s distinctive natural and commercial environment. Our mission is to foster next-generation talent who can cultivate a sustainable and resilient society, and are capable of implementing “knowledge into action” while playing an active role in the Society 5.0 era.
Faculty of Data Science, Sports and Wellness
Faculty name: Faculty of Data Science, Sports and Wellness
Department name: Department of Data Science, Sports and Wellness
Specialized area: Engineering, Economics
Degree: Bachelor of Data Science, Sports and Wellness
Location: Tama Campus
Faculty of Agriculture and Information Technology
Faculty name: Faculty of Agriculture and Information Technology
Department name: Department of Agriculture and Information Technology
Specialized area: Agriculture, Engineering
Degree: Bachelor of Agriculture and Information Technology
Location: Tama Campus
To contribute to both economic development and environmental conservation, the Faculty of Agriculture and Information Technology (tentative name) aims to foster human talent who are capable of discovering and creating new value, focusing on “Food” and ”Environment” fields, ranging from “Agriculture.” With the cutting-edge technology of information science, etc., as well as one’s expertized and broadened knowledge of agriculture that emphasizes a global perspective and legal foundations, individuals can contribute to realizing a sustainable society.
※The plan is currently under development and subject to change. The names of all faculties, departments, and degrees are tentative.
A Message from the President
Chuo University is preparing to establish two new faculties in April 2027; the Faculty of Data Science, Sports and Wellness (tentative name), and the Faculty of Agriculture and Information Technology (tentative name).
These new faculties will introduce scientific and interdisciplinary perspectives to our Tama Campus, which has been consisted of mainly humanities and social sciences faculties. The realization of the new faculties represents a significant step in our efforts to further extend our academic fields and develop an integrated study of the humanities and sciences.
The year 2025 is a milestone for Chuo University. It is the concluding year of our mid-to long-term project plan “Chuo Vision 2025” as well as the starting year for shaping our next strategic initiative, “Chuo Vision 2035.” This new version will look ahead to Chuo University’s 150th anniversary which we are to celebrate in the final year of “Chuo Vision 2035.”
Chuo University has consistently initiated reforms to respond to the evolving demands of society. These efforts are grounded in the strong academic foundation and research excellence by our faculties, graduate schools, and research institutes built on our rich tradition and achievement. We will constantly keep challenging ourselves to propel forward and unite the strengths of our educational and research institutes to further enhance education, research, and social contribution.
The Faculty of Data Science, Sports and Wellness (tentative name), and the Faculty of Agriculture and Information Technology (tentative name) will serve as a vital base for generating new knowledge and fostering social collaboration, and moreover, a key pillar that strongly cultivate the future of Japanese society as a more “open Chuo University.” As one unified institution, Chuo University is committed to realize these goals.
President
Hisashi Kawai
