Osaka City University (OCU) is a national university located in Osaka, Japan, founded in 1950. The school is known for its high-quality education and a wide range of research fields, especially in the fields of natural sciences, humanities, social sciences and medicine. The following is a detailed introduction to Osaka City University:

Overview

Establishment: 1950

Nature: National University

Location: The main campus is located in Tennoji District, Osaka City, with multiple campuses, including Toyonaka Campus and Suita Campus

Number of students: About 15,000 (including undergraduates and postgraduates)

Educational philosophy

Osaka City University adheres to the educational philosophy of "freedom, creation, and contribution" 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

Osaka City University has the following faculties and disciplines:

Faculty of Letters: Literature, History, Philosophy and Ethics, Culture

Faculty of Economics: Economics, Business Administration

Faculty of Law: Law

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

Faculty of Medicine: Medicine, Health Sciences

Faculty of Pharmacy: Pharmacy

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

Faculty of Life Sciences: Life Sciences

Faculty of International Public Policy: International Public Policy

Graduate School

Graduate School of Letters: Master's Program, Doctoral Program Program

Graduate School of Economics: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Law: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Science: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Medicine: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Pharmacy: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Engineering: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Life Sciences: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of International Public Policy: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Features

Historical Background: The predecessor of Osaka City University can be traced back to Osaka City University, which was established in 1950. It was formed by the merger of Osaka City Higher Technical School, Osaka City Higher Commercial School and other schools. In 2004, according to the National University Corporation Act, the school was converted 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: It has established close cooperative relations with many companies and research institutions, conducts joint research and project cooperation, and provides students with internship and employment opportunities.

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

Research strength: Osaka City University has strong research strength in many disciplines, especially in natural sciences, humanities, social sciences and medicine. The school has many research institutions, such as the Institute of Life Sciences, the Institute of Medicine, etc.

Ranking

Osaka City University enjoys a high reputation among national universities in Japan, especially in the fields of natural sciences, humanities, social sciences and medicine. According to different ranking institutions, its ranking in the country varies, but it is generally at the forefront.

Cost

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 will vary according to personal circumstances.

Campus facilities

Library: It has a rich collection of books and electronic resources, providing students with a good learning environment.

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

Sports facilities: including gymnasium, swimming pool, athletic field, etc., to meet students' physical exercise needs.

Student dormitory: provide a variety of dormitory types, including single rooms, double rooms, etc., suitable for students with different needs.

Contact information

Address: 558-8585 Osaka City Tennoji District Sugimotocho 3-3-135

Tel: +81-6-6605-2111