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Hokkaido University
Postgraduate Schools
Hokkaido University was founded in 1876 as Sapporo Agricultural College, the first higher educational institution for agricultural sciences in Japan. Of all the Faculties and Graduate Schools, the School of Agriculture is the oldest in the university's history of more than 140 years. It was first established to meet the needs to open the island of Hokkaido as a new frontier. Since then, it has been the leading university in agricultural sciences and has produced many eminent persons.
The Graduate School of Agriculture encompasses academic fields that integrate the humanities and sciences, and is engaged in the interdisciplinary and integrated research on the foundations of human society. The development of human resources capable as acting as global-scale experts on problem-solving for food bio-security, resource management, bio-mass energy supply and environmental conservation, together with the sustainable development of agriculture, forestry and fishery industries at local scales, is our ultimate goal.
| Location | Kita-9 Nishi-9, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-8589, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 1953 |
| No. of Students | 530 |
| No. of International Students | 112 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 124 |
| Additional Information | This special program is an evolved form of the previous Special Postgraduate Program in Biosphere Sustainability Science (2013-2017) and Special Postgraduate Program in Bio-systems Sustainability (2007-2011), which was a successor program of Special Postgraduate Program in Agricultural Chemistry (1997-2006). Until 2020, these programs have produced 176 Ph.Ds. |
| Contact | kyomu@agr.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
- The Global Education Program for AgriScience Frontiers (Doctoral)
- The Global Education Program for AgriScience Frontiers (Master's) - The Special Postgraduate Program in Biosphere Sustainability Science (Doctoral) - The Special Postgraduate Program in Biosphere Sustainability Science (Master's) |
As of June 9, 2021
The Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering features a new disciplinary direction integrating the biomedical science and engineering fields, aiming to apply the development of science and engineering to medical science, under the four basic principles adhered to by Hokkaido University: Frontier Spirit, Global Perspectives, All-round Education, and Practical Learning.
Biomedical Science and Engineering is a new field that aims to elucidate biological phenomena, overcome diseases and promote the health of humans by utilizing knowledge and technology obtained in science and engineering.
Our Educational Goals Include Training for the Following Professionals:
*Professionals who will contribute to the sustainable development of human society with high-level specialty knowledge and an outstanding ethical perspective
*Professionals who will accommodate advances and internationalization in developing medical technology and equipment with extensive knowledge and strong research abilities
To achieve Our Educational Goals, We Have Established the Following Two Courses:
*Quantum Biomedical Science and Engineering Course
*Molecular Biomedical Science and Engineering Course
| Location | Kita 15, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo,060-8638, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2017 |
| No. of Students | 45 |
| No. of International Students | 8 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 15 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Student Affairs Office e-mail：d-tanto@med.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
To develop the fields of dental medicine and oral medical science, the Hokkaido University Graduate School of Dental Medicine cultivates researchers and educators who can keep up with the latest academic knowledge and research in the field of dental medicine and who will advance the progress of education and research in that field. The graduate school also cultivates highly specialized professionals who possess advanced knowledge in specialized fields and dental technologies. To do this, the graduate school offers both general admission and adult admission.
| Location | Kita 13 Nishi 7, Kita-Ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-8586, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 1974 |
| No. of Students | 158 |
| No. of International Students | 30 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 71 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Educational Affairs Office E-mail：kyomu@den.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs | - Division of Oral Medical Science |
As of June 9, 2021
By offering an advanced level of education and research in economics and business administration, this graduate school aims to train educators and researchers with a considerable depth and breadth of academic learning and a wealth of creativity as well as professionals with advanced, specialized knowledge useful for the development of an economic society. It also aims to contribute to the development of the disciplines of economics and business administration.
| Location | Kita9 Nishi7, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0809, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | 1953 |
| No. of Students | 149 |
| No. of International Students | 88 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | ecokyomu@jimu.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
- Doctoral Program
- Master's Program |
As of June 9, 2021
Education is focused on people as individuals, but a person only exists within a society/community. Therefore, one person’s potential is the potential of his or her society, and society’s potential is the potential of education. At school, home, work and in the local community, education constantly takes on different roles. In the Education Department, we strive to have a broad, multifaceted viewpoint of these roles, regardless of age, occupation or status, and a comprehensive vision of a healthy society. To make possible the realization of such an “all-around education” is our principal goal within the Education Department. We welcome those who believe in the unlimited power of education to help the human race to grow and our society to develop.
| Location | Kita-11 Nishi-7, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0811, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2007 |
| No. of Students | 196 |
| No. of International Students | 50 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 44 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | edkyomu@edu.hopkudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
The Graduate School of Environmental Science was established in 1977 as the first graduate school in Japan to bring together expertise in the biological, physical, chemical, and environmental sciences to facilitate a critical collaborative approach to a subject area that requires the expertise of many different disciplines. The Graduate School of Environmental Science consists of about 130 faculty members from 7 faculties of Hokkaido University. Our core principles are to deliver excellent research, high quality postgraduate training, and innovation with impact. For the forthcoming future, our graduate school aims to support breakthrough research across disciplines, develop the next generation of global leaders, and built transformative educational and research partnerships across the region and globe.
| Location | N10W5, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0810, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | 1977 |
| No. of Students | 503 |
| No. of International Students | 164 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | About 130 |
| Additional Information | English Program of Environmental Earth Science for Sustainable Society (EPEES) is a course in which students can choose from an extremely comprehensive list of study areas and any faculty member from our graduate school can act as a supervisor. The course targets international students from any background, region and study field. Students must show a genuine interest in environmental issues. |
| Contact | kyomu@ees.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
The school fosters creative and motivated people with advanced research capabilities, a broad outlook, and the energy to work at global scales through graduate education focusing on aquatic environments, natural resources, life and economics. For that purpose, it aims to acquire and teach the skills and knowledge needed to advance sustainable productions and efficient use of aquatic biological resources, and to conduct basic and applied studies to help conserve aquatic ecosystems.
| Location | 3-1-1, Minato-cho, Hakodate, Hokkaido 041-8611, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 1953 |
| No. of Students | 295 |
| No. of International Students | 44 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 78 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | kyoumu@fish.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
| Location | N12-W5, Kitaku, Sapporo 060-0812, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2008 |
| No. of Students | 175 |
| No. of International Students | 29 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 67 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Educational Affairs Chief E-mail: kyomu*hs.hokudai.ac.jp *Please use “@” in the place of “*” to send an e-mail. |
| List of Programs |
- Doctoral Course of Health Sciences
- Doctoral Course of Nursing - Master’s Course of Health Sciences - Master’s Course of Nursing |
As of June 9, 2021
The predecessor of Hokkaido University’s School of Humanities and Human Sciences was the School of Law and Letters, which was established in 1947 at Hokkaido Imperial University. After the School of Law and Letters was reorganized into the Faculty of Letters (and the School of Law and Economics), the Graduate School of Letters was established and long forged ahead as a hub for education and research in the humanities in Hokkaido. Since the completion of the reorganization to strengthen our graduate school in 2000, our society has undergone significant changes, making it multifaceted, complicated and diverse in values. To face such new global characteristics and develop individuals who can contribute to addressing the challenges they bring, the Graduate School of Letters was divided into two new entities in April 2019: the Graduate School of Humanities and Human Sciences, an educational organization to which graduate students belong, and the Faculty of Humanities and Human Sciences, a research organization to which teaching staff belong.
| Location | Kita 10, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo, 060-0810 Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2019 |
| No. of Students | 306 |
| No. of International Students | 136 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 109 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Student Affairs Section of Faculty of Humanities and Human Sciences |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
As was seen in the Ebola hemorrhagic fever outbreak cases, the threat of emerging and re-emerging infectious diseases to human society and economy has been increasing. Accordingly, the demand of the training for the specialists who deal with infectious disease research and its control is rising. To fulfil the social demand, the Graduate School of Infectious Diseases pursues the mission to develop human resources that have a wide knowledge of infectious diseases, flexible imagination and comprehensive decision-making ability to contribute to the development of infectious disease research and education fields as well as infectious disease control around the world with practical ability and leadership.
| Location | Kita 18, Nishi 9, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0818, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2017 |
| No. of Students | 54 |
| No. of International Students | 34 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 36 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Academic Affairs Section, Administration Office for Veterinary Medicine |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
Our school's philosophy of research and education is to contribute to the development of society and to create a knowledge-based society for the next generation. By creating and adopting the principles of information science, we aim to train engineers who have a broad and deep knowledge of this field, as well as an international sense. In this way we will cultivate highly creative scientists who independently carry out significant research and development.
| Location | Kita 14, Nishi 9, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0814, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2004 |
| No. of Students | 547 |
| No. of International Students | 91 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 134 |
| Additional Information | The Graduate School of Information Science and Technology contributes to the development of society under the four basic principles of Hokkaido University (frontier spirit, global perspectives, all-round education, and practical learning.) Our ideals of education and research are to develop a global, knowledge-based society. By creating and adopting the principles of information science, our educational objective is to train engineers who have a broad and deep knowledge of this field, as well as an international sense, and so cultivate highly creative scientists who can stand on their own and carry out significant research and development. |
| Contact | kyomu-t@ist.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
- Doctoral program
- Master's Program (April Admission) - Master's Program (October Admission) |
As of June 9, 2021
Our graduate school's mission is to offer education rooted in the following four principles, so as to cultivate capable people who can contribute to solving real world problems.
To respond with flexibility to real issues of modern society without being bound by conventional research frameworks of social science fields related to: public relations, media, journalism, communications, and tourism.
To never forget the globalization, diversification, and crossborder nature of society, culture, and communication in the context of increasing mobility of people, goods, information, and capital.
To always be aware of interdisciplinary connections with adjacent fields, including the humanities and natural sciences, while building on the knowledge and skills necessary in each area of expertise.
To always move toward practical research that proves the theoretical and ideological frameworks built through research at the university, in light of facts and data obtained in social fieldwork.
| Location | Kita 17, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido, 060-0817 Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2007 |
| No. of Students | 187 |
| No. of International Students | 108 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 66 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Academic affairs section, Graduate school of International media, Communication, and Tourism studies (IMCTS), Hokkaido University 060-0817 Kita 17 Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo Hokkaido, Japan Email: nyuushi@imc.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
Graduate School of Law
① Division of Law and Politics Master's Program
② Division of Law and Politics Doctoral Program
| Location | Kita9, Nishi7, Kita-ku, Sapporo Hokkaido 060-0809 Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 1953 |
| No. of Students | 69 |
| No. of International Students | 43 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | TEL : 011-706-3969 E-MAIL : gakuji@juris.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
- Division of Law and Politics Doctoral Program
- Division of Law and Politics Master's Program |
As of June 9, 2021
In graduate education, our faculty continues their world-leading research to provide a high-quality research environment for our graduate students and assist their self-growth. Cutting-edge research is essential for high-quality education and supports the Graduate School's philosophies of leading the world with advanced research in the medical science and of equipping the next generation of medical researchers and medical professionals with a strong sense of ethics and well-rounded character to contribute to the health and welfare of humanity. Especially, we aim to nurture individuals who have high ethical standards and advanced experience, as well as research, teaching and practical capabilities, in the fields of medicine, life science and social medicine.
| Location | Kita 15, Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo,060-8638, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2017 |
| No. of Students | 515 |
| No. of International Students | 47 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 295 |
| Additional Information | Under the basic philosophies of Hokkaido University, “Frontier Spirit”, “Global Perspectives”, “All-round Education” and “Practical Learning” and the educational philosophies of the Graduate School of Medicine “to lead the world with cutting-edge research in medical science” and “to equip the next generation of medical researchers and medical professionals with a strong sense of ethics and a well-rounded character to contribute to the health and welfare of humanity”, the Graduate School of Medicine sets its educational goal to nurture individuals who possess high ethical standards, highly specialized knowledge, and research and teaching capabilities regarding medicine, life science and social medicine (public health), as well as individuals who possess the deep insight to meet the diverse, wide range of health and safety requirements from local and international community. The Graduate School of Medicine expects “① students who are willing to be engaged in research tailored to clarify life phenomena, to overcome diseases, and to improve human health standards” and “② students who have intellectual curiosity, show the ability to analyze things logically, persevere as a team, and aspire to work as international leaders in each medical field.” and “③ Students who have fundamental reading comprehension in foreign language (English) and writing skills before enrollment ” |
| Contact | Student Affairs Office d-tanto@med.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
Decision making process occurs at various levels, including the national, regional and local levels. In the midst of the trend of decentralization, civil servants of local governments are met with challenges that require immediate policy proposal at the local level. Moreover, in the age of globalization and pluralization, there is an increase in the need for private companies and non-profit organizations to also commit to policy making. The leadership of executive and administrative officers at the national level still remain important, but there is a high demand for experts with innovative ideas and sufficient knowledge to create various partnership to tackle the challenges ahead. The Graduate School of Public Policy is a professional graduate school that aims to foster and train versatile and talented individuals that will meet the challenges we face today.
| Location | Kita 9 Nishi 7, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0809, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2005 |
| No. of Students | 79 |
| No. of International Students | 27 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 57 |
| Additional Information | In the age of globalization, there is a constant demand for experts who can design and implement public policies necessary to address the various challenges faced today. The Graduate School of Public Policy aims to provide students with the skills necessary to become versatile public policy experts. |
| Contact | School of Law, Hokkaido University Student Affairs Section |
| List of Programs | - Professional Master's Program |
As of June 9, 2021
The Graduate School of Science has four departments: Department of Mathematics, Department of Condensed Matter Physics, Department of Cosmosciences, and Department of Natural History Sciences.
We aim to educate students to have a comprehensive knowledge of all the natural sciences through a broad education and research. We also strive to develop the judgment, comprehension and solution building skills in students to tackle natural science problems and conduct creative research.
Each department offers both master's and doctoral programs. English-speaking doctoral students with insufficient proficiency in Japanese will receive their training in English.
| Location | Kita 10, Nishi 8, Kita-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 060-0810, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | 1953 |
| No. of Students | 431 |
| No. of International Students | 73 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | About 200 |
| Additional Information | Since its inception in 1953, the Graduate School of Science has been preparing graduate students for distinguished careers as researchers, teachers, and experts in the public and private sectors. One of our most prominent alumni is the Nobel Prize Laureate in Chemistry and Emeritus Professor, Dr. Akira Suzuki. |
| Contact | international@sci.hokudai.ac.jp |
| List of Programs |
As of May 29, 2018
The educational principles of the Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine aim to develop scientific researchers/veterinary practitioners with a wide range of accomplishments, high ethical standards and an abundance of sensitivity; experts who will become responsible for the health and well-being of animals, humans and the environment-with outstanding creativity and international awareness-by acquiring specialized and advanced knowledge and skills, through the study and research of veterinary medicine and veterinary sciences. Based on these principles, the educational aims of the Graduate School of Veterinary Medicine are to nurture human resources and provide domestic and overseas societies with 1) personnel to develop the world’s veterinary medicine, veterinary healthcare and life sciences in various occupational fields such as veterinary medicine, life science, environmental conservation and the like, 2) human resources to lead conservation of the environment/ecosystem and regional veterinary healthcare in a variety of fields, such as the agriculture and livestock industries as well as medicine/food-related industries, and 3) pioneers to lead research and education in next generation veterinary medicine and veterinary sciences.
| Location | Kita 18, Nishi 9, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0818, Japan |
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| Area | Hokkaido & Tohoku Region (Sapporo, Sendai, etc.) |
| Postgraduate School Started | April, 2017 |
| No. of Students | 47 |
| No. of International Students | 23 |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | 33 |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | Academic Affairs Section, Administration Office for Veterinary Medicine |
| List of Programs |
As of June 9, 2021
University and program information, costs, dates, policies are subject to change; please confirm important facts with university admission personnel.
