Introduction to Yokohama City University

Overview

Yokohama City University is a public university located in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, founded in 1949. The predecessor of the school can be traced back to the Yokohama Commercial Law School established in 1882. In 1949, it merged with Yokohama City Medical University to become Yokohama City University. The school currently has multiple faculties and graduate schools, covering a wide range of disciplines, especially in the fields of medicine, economics, and international business. It enjoys a high reputation.

Campus

The main campus of Yokohama City University is located in Yokohama City, with the following specific addresses:

Kanazawa Hakkei Campus: 22-2 Seto, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Konan Campus: 3-17-1 Konandai, Konan-ku, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Educational Philosophy

The educational philosophy of Yokohama City University is "to cultivate talents with international vision and high professional ability". The school emphasizes the cultivation of students' independent thinking ability and practical ability, and is committed to cultivating high-quality talents with professional knowledge and practical ability through a comprehensive education system, and contributing to the development of society.

Disciplines and Majors

Yokohama City University has multiple faculties and graduate schools covering a wide range of fields:

Faculty of Medicine

Medical Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods such as basic medicine and clinical medicine, and cultivate professional doctors who can work in hospitals, clinics and other fields.

Nursing Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods of nursing, clinical nursing, etc., and cultivate professional nurses who can work in hospitals, nursing institutions and other fields.

Department of Economics

Department of Economics: Learn basic theories and practical methods of economics, finance, etc., and cultivate professional talents who can work in financial institutions, enterprises and other fields.

Department of Business Administration: Learn basic theories and practical methods of management, accounting, etc., and cultivate professional talents who can work in corporate management, consulting and other fields.

Department of International Science

Department of International Science: Learn basic theories and practical methods of international relations, environmental science, etc., and cultivate professional talents who can work in international organizations, environmental protection and other fields.

Graduate School

Graduate School of Medicine: Offers master's and doctoral programs in medicine.

Graduate School of Economics: Offers master's and doctoral programs in economics.

Graduate School of International Science: Offers master's and doctoral programs in international science.

Graduate School of Nursing: Offers master's and doctoral programs in nursing.

Graduate School of Social Sciences: Offers master's and doctoral programs in social science.

Special courses

Medical Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods of basic medicine, clinical medicine, etc.

Nursing Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods of nursing, clinical nursing, etc.

Economic Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods of economics, finance, etc.

Business Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods of management, accounting, etc.

International Comprehensive Science Department: Learn basic theories and practical methods of international relations, environmental science, etc.

Practical Teaching

Yokohama City University attaches great importance to practical teaching, with advanced laboratories and practice bases, providing students with rich practical teaching resources. The school has established cooperative relations with many companies and research institutions, providing students with rich internship and practice opportunities. The school also has practical platforms such as laboratories, studios, and internship bases, providing students with a platform for practical operation.

International Exchange

Yokohama City University actively participates in international exchange projects, has established cooperative relations with universities in many countries, and provides students with opportunities for overseas study and exchange. The school has an International Student Office to provide comprehensive support and services for international students. The school also offers English intensive courses and international exchange student programs to help students improve their English and international competitiveness.

Employment Situation

Yokohama City University performs well in terms of employment rate. According to the latest statistics, the employment rate of graduates is relatively high. The school has a career guidance center to provide students with employment consultation, resume writing guidance and interview skills training to help students find employment smoothly. Graduates' employment units include medical institutions, government agencies, enterprises and research institutions.

Costs

Admission fee: about 200,000 yen

Tuition:

About 535,800 yen per year (depending on different departments and subjects)

The specific fees may vary. It is recommended to contact the school directly for the latest information.

Campus

Yokohama City University has a beautiful campus environment and complete facilities, including modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries and sports facilities. The school also has student dormitories to provide convenient living conditions for out-of-town students.

Contact Information

Tel: +81-45-787-1111

Fax: +81-45-787-1112

Email: info@yokohama-cu.ac.jp

Other Information

Internship Opportunities: The school has established cooperative relationships with many companies and research institutions, providing students with abundant internship and practice opportunities.

Employment Support: The school has a career guidance center to provide students with employment consultation, resume writing guidance, interview skills training and other services to help students find employment smoothly.

Scholarship System: The school has a variety of scholarship systems to help students reduce their financial burden.