Yamagata University (Yamagata University, referred to as "Yamagata") is a national university located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, founded in 1949. The school is famous for its high-quality education and wide range of research fields, especially in engineering, materials science and medicine. The following is a detailed introduction to Yamagata University:

Overview

Establishment: 1949

Nature: National University

Location: The main campus is located in Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, with multiple campuses, including Yonezawa Campus and Tsuruoka Campus

Number of students: About 9,000 (including undergraduates and graduate students)

Educational philosophy

Yamagata University adheres to the educational philosophy of "freedom, creation, and symbiosis" and is committed to cultivating talents with international vision, innovation ability and social responsibility. The school focuses on the combination of theory and practice, and encourages students to actively participate in social services and international exchanges.

Disciplines and Faculties

Yamagata University has the following faculties and disciplines:

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: Humanities and Social Sciences

Faculty of Regional Education and Culture: Education, Culture

Faculty of Science: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Earth Sciences

Faculty of Medicine: Medicine, Health Sciences

Faculty of Engineering: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Engineering, Information Engineering

Faculty of Agriculture: Agriculture, Applied Bioscience, Environmental and Resource Sciences

Graduate School

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Education: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Science: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Medicine: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Engineering: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Agriculture: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Features

Historical Background: The predecessor of Yamagata University can be traced back to the Yamagata Normal School and the Yamagata Youth Normal School established in 1878. In 1949, these schools merged to form the new Yamagata University. In 2004, according to the National University Corporation Law, the school was transformed into a national university corporation.

Educational Features:

Practical Education: The school focuses on experiments and internships, equipped with advanced laboratories and research facilities, providing students with abundant practical opportunities.

Industry-University-Research Cooperation: The school has established close cooperative relations with many companies and research institutions, carries out joint research and project cooperation, and provides internship and employment opportunities for students.

Internationalization: The school has established cooperative relations with many universities and research institutions around the world, provides abundant overseas exchange and study abroad opportunities, and encourages students to expand their international perspectives.

Research Strength: Yamagata University has strong research strength in many disciplines, especially in engineering, materials science and medicine. The school has many research institutions, such as the Institute of Materials Science, the Institute of Medicine, etc.

Ranking

Yamagata University enjoys a high reputation among Japanese national universities, especially in the fields of engineering, materials science and medicine. Its ranking in the country varies according to different ranking institutions, but it is generally at an upper-middle level.

Fees

Tuition fees: The tuition fees of national universities in Japan are relatively uniform, and the tuition fees for undergraduates are approximately 535,800 yen/year (for reference only, please refer to the latest official information for specific fees).

Other expenses: Including accommodation fees, living expenses, etc., which may vary according to individual circumstances.

Campus facilities

Library: With a rich collection of books and electronic resources, it provides students with a good learning environment.

Laboratory: Equipped with advanced laboratories and research facilities to support students' scientific research activities.

Sports facilities: Including gymnasiums, swimming pools, athletic fields, etc., to meet students' physical exercise needs.

Student dormitories: Provide a variety of dormitories, including single rooms, double rooms, etc., suitable for students with different needs.

Contact information

Address: 990-8560 Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture, Yamagata 3-1-1

Tel: +81-23-641-1111