Shinshu University (Shinshu University, referred to as "Shinshu University") is a national university located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. It was founded in 1873 and officially established as a national university in 1949. The school is famous for its high-quality education and wide range of research fields, especially in fiber science, medicine, engineering and agriculture. The following is a detailed introduction to Shinshu University:

Overview

Foundation time: 1873 (officially established as a national university in 1949)

Nature: National University

Location: The main campus is located at 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, and other campuses are located in Nagano City, Ina City, Ueda City, etc.

Number of students: About 10,000 (including undergraduates and graduate students)

Educational philosophy

Shinshu 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

Shinshu University has the following faculties and disciplines:

Faculty of Humanities: Japanese Literature, English and American Literature, Philosophy and Ethics, History, Culture

Faculty of Education: Education

Faculty of Economics: Economics, Business Administration

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

Faculty of Textiles: Department of Fiber and Sensory Engineering, Advanced Textile Engineering Course

Graduate School

Graduate School of Humanities: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Education: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Economic and Social Policy Sciences: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Medicine: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Engineering: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Integrated Engineering: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Agriculture: Master's and Doctoral Courses

Graduate School of Law: Master's Courses

Features

Faculty of Textiles: Shinshu University is the only university in Japan with a Faculty of Textiles. The Faculty of Textiles is the oldest department in the school, reflecting the historical status of the Shinshu region as a raw silk production center. The Faculty of Textiles has strong research capabilities in fiber material science and nanotechnology, and the number of fiber-related papers accounts for nearly 10% of the world's total, ranking first in the world.

Medical Research: The Faculty of Medicine and the Graduate School of Medicine of Shinshu University have a high level of clinical and basic medical research, especially in the establishment of the Graduate School of Integrated Medicine, Science and Engineering, which reflects the characteristics of interdisciplinary research.

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

Regional Contribution: Shinshu University actively participates in the development of local society and contributes to the local community through various projects and services.

Research Strength: Shinshu University has strong research strength in multiple disciplines, especially in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering technology.

Ranking

Shinshu University enjoys a high reputation among national universities in Japan, especially in the fields of fiber science, medicine, engineering and agriculture. Its ranking in the country varies according to different ranking agencies, but it is generally at an upper-middle level. In the 2022 QS World University Rankings, Shinshu University ranks 801-1000.

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 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.

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.

Research facilities: The school is equipped with advanced laboratories and research centers to support various scientific research activities.

Contact information

Address: 3-1-1 Asahi, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, 390-8621

Tel: +81-26-269-5111