Shizuoka University is a national university located in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan, founded in 1949. The school is well-known for its high-quality education and wide range of research fields, especially in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering technology. The following is a detailed introduction to Shizuoka University:

Overview

Establishment: 1949

Nature: National University

Location: The main campus is located in Otani, Suruga District, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture, and there is also a Hamamatsu campus

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

Educational philosophy

Shizuoka 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 all-round development of students and encourages students to actively participate in social services and international exchanges.

Disciplines and Faculties

Shizuoka University has the following faculties and disciplines:

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences: Literature, History, Philosophy and Ethics, Culture, Social Sciences

Faculty of Education: Education

Faculty of Information Sciences: Information Sciences

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

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

Faculty of Agriculture: Agriculture, Applied Biosciences, Environmental Resources Sciences

Faculty of International Co-creation Sciences: International Co-creation 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 Information Sciences: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Science: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Engineering: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of Agriculture: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Graduate School of International Co-creation Sciences: Master's and Doctoral Programs

Features

Historical Background: The predecessor of Shizuoka University can be traced back to the Shizuoka Normal School founded in 1875. In 1949, five schools including Shizuoka High School, Shizuoka First Normal School, Shizuoka Second Normal School, Shizuoka Youth Normal School, and Hamamatsu Industrial College merged into the new Shizuoka University.

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

Research Strength: The school has strong research strength in many disciplines, especially in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering technology.

Campus Environment: Shizuoka University is built on the mountain, with a beautiful campus environment and advanced facilities, providing students with a good learning and living environment.

Member of the University Space Engineering Alliance: Shizuoka University is a member of the University Space Engineering Alliance and participates in many research projects in space science and engineering technology.

Ranking

Shizuoka University enjoys a high reputation among Japanese national universities, especially in the fields of humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering technology. According to different ranking agencies, its national ranking varies, 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 vary according to individual 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.

Free gym: The school is equipped with a free gym for students to use daily.

Contact information

Address: 422-8529 Shizuoka Prefecture Shizuoka City, Sugawa District, Otani 836

Tel: +81-54-264-5111