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Founded in 1897, Kyoto University has been known as the top leading research university in Japan with the highest number of Nobel Prize recipients among Asian universities.

The university’s policy “academic freedom” value students’ independence and interactive learning to pursue their interests and to stay open-minded to all kinds of ideas in their studies. Under this policy, many outstanding researchers and students in diverse discipline from all over the world work together in Kyoto University.

We offer a wide range of study areas under 10 undergraduate and 18 graduate schools. Although Japanese is used as the basic language in most programs, there are also programs for international students which doesn’t require Japanese proficiency for admission (the details of the programs are to the bottom-half of this page).

Kyoto University

Kyoto, Japan

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Destaques

Cutting-Edge Research Hub
Kyoto University is one of the world’s foremost research institutions with a long history and enduring traditions. By providing state-of-the art facilities and a rich, stimulating academic environment, Kyoto University enables its researchers to fully develop and grow as scholars, and supports the development of innovative cutting-edge research projects. Academic freedom that the university has fostered brought many awards recipients including recipients of the Fields Medal, Gauss Prize, Lasker Award, and eleven Nobel laureates. Students get to study in such academic research environment.

World-Class Education Programs
Kyoto University offers a diverse range of exceptional education programs designed to guide students towards realizing their full potential. Students benefit from the university’s rich academic environment, expert guidance, and a diverse range of experiences that only Kyoto University can provide. The programs are complimented by comprehensive student support services and a wide range of extracurricular and club activities to provide a rounded fulfilling experience of student life.

Study in Kyoto - Japan’s Heartland of Culture and Learning
Kyoto city is affectionately referred to as the “heart and soul” of Japan. As a culturally rich city with 1,200 years of history, it has long been the nation’s center of art, culture, and scholarship. Many of the city’s historic locations, including several of its approximately 2,000 shrines and temples, have been classified as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. At the same time, the city is home to several major technology companies, many of which have cooperative links with Kyoto University. You can say that ancient culture and tradition coexist side by side with technological innovation and entrepreneurship in Kyoto.

Students and researchers have the choice of engaging with its vibrant cultural environment, or relaxing amidst its beautiful natural scenery - the perfect setting for a rich academic life.

Programas Graduação

Bacharel, Ténico, Vocacional

 There are 2 undergraduate programs that does not require Japanese proficiency for admission.
(1) Kyoto University International Undergraduate Program (Kyoto iUP)
- Intensive Japanese training & undergraduate program (English + Japanese)
- Duration: 4.5 years
Program Website:
https://www.iup.kyoto-u.ac.jp/
 
(2) Undergraduate International Course Program of Civil Engineering
- English-taught program
- Duration: 4 years
Program Website:
https://www.s-ge.t.kyoto-u.ac.jp/int/en

Programas Pós-Graduação

Mestrado, Doutorado, MBA

There are 18 graduate schools in Kyoto University and each graduate school has its own selection process. Please refer to the graduate school website for details.
List of Graduate School Websites
https://u.kyoto-u.jp/graduateschools
 
English-taught Degree Programs
https://u.kyoto-u.jp/j-hd1
*Graduate schools without English-taught programs still offer opportunities to study in English depending on the laboratory/supervisor (especially for Ph.D.)

Outros Programas / Bolsas de Estudo

Intercâmbio, Escola de Línguas, Etc

Free online courses from Kyoto University
https://www.edx.org/school/kyotoux

Materiais e Downloads

Brochuras, Guias de inscrição, informações de bolsa

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