Introduction to Mie University

Overview

Mie University (Mie University, Japanese: Mie University, abbreviated as: Mie University/みえだい) is a national university located in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture, Japan, founded in 1874. The history of the school can be traced back to the Mie Normal School established in 1874, which is one of the oldest higher education institutions in Japan. Mie University is one of the universities that are supported by the "Super International University Plan" designated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, and is also one of the important higher education institutions in central Japan.

Campus

The main campus of Mie University is located in Edo Bridge, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture, close to the sea, so it is often called the "seaside campus". All faculties and graduate schools are concentrated near Kintetsu Edo Bridge Station, with convenient transportation and beautiful environment.

Educational philosophy

The educational philosophy of Mie University is to cultivate talents with international vision, innovation ability and social responsibility. The school emphasizes the combination of theory and practice, pays attention to the all-round development of students, and encourages students to actively participate in social activities and international exchanges. The school is committed to contributing to the progress of society and mankind through high-level education and research.

Disciplines and Faculties

Mie University has several faculties and graduate schools covering a wide range of disciplines:

Faculty of Letters: including literature, history, philosophy, etc.

Faculty of Education: including education, psychology, etc.

Faculty of Law: including law, political science, etc.

Faculty of Economics: including economics, business administration, etc.

Faculty of Science: including mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, etc.

Faculty of Engineering: including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, information science, civil engineering, etc.

Faculty of Agriculture: including agricultural science, environmental science, etc.

Faculty of Medicine: including medicine, public health, etc.

Faculty of Nursing: including nursing, rehabilitation, etc.

Faculty of Human Sciences: including psychology, sociology, anthropology, etc.

Graduate Schools include:

Graduate School of Literature: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in the fields of literature, history, philosophy, etc.

Graduate School of Education: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in the fields of education, psychology, etc.

Graduate School of Law: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in the fields of law, political science, etc.

Graduate School of Economics: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in economics, business administration, and other fields.

Graduate School of Science: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology, and other fields.

Graduate School of Engineering: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, information science, and civil engineering.

Graduate School of Agriculture: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in agricultural science, environmental science, and other fields.

Graduate School of Medicine: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in medicine, public health, and other fields.

Graduate School of Nursing: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in nursing, rehabilitation, and other fields.

Graduate School of Human Sciences: offers master's and doctoral degree programs in psychology, sociology, and anthropology.

Features

Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries: Mie University has a long history and rich experience in agriculture, forestry, and fisheries, especially in the fields of marine science and resource recycling.

International Exchange: The university has established cooperative relations with universities in many countries and regions, providing students with abundant international exchange and internship opportunities.

Employment Rate: The employment rate of graduates is high, and most students work as local civil servants, teachers, local small and medium-sized enterprises, banks, and credit unions in Mie Prefecture after graduation.

Rankings

According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, Mie University ranks 801-1000 in the world for its undergraduate programs. The school is particularly strong in fields such as agriculture, medicine, and engineering.

Costs

The tuition fees at Mie University are relatively reasonable because it is a national university. Generally speaking, the annual tuition fees for undergraduates are around 535,800 yen, while graduate students may pay slightly more. In addition, there are other fees such as admission fees and facility fees.

Campus Life

Mie University has a beautiful campus environment and modern facilities. The school offers a variety of club activities and academic research opportunities to help students develop in an all-round way. The school has also established partnerships with many well-known universities around the world, providing students with a wealth of international exchange and internship opportunities.

Internationalization

Mie University attaches great importance to international education and offers a variety of international exchange programs and courses taught in English. The school has established partnerships with universities in many countries and regions, providing students with a wealth of overseas study and internship opportunities. The school enrolls a certain number of international students every year, and the proportion of international students increases year by year, creating a multicultural and international learning environment.

Contact information

Address: 〒514-8507 Mie Prefecture Tsu City Edobashi 1577

Tel: +81-59-231-9111