Introduction to the University of Shiga Prefecture

Overview

Established in 1950, university education started in 1995.

Type: Public university in Japan

Abbreviation: "Kenda"

Location: Located in Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, Japan, the specific address is: 1-1-1, Chikusa-cho, Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, 522-8511.

Number of students: About 2,600 (as of the latest data).

Educational philosophy

The Shiga Prefectural University takes "cultivating talents with high professionalism and social responsibility" as its educational philosophy, emphasizing that students should not only master solid professional knowledge, but also have good moral qualities and social responsibility. The school is committed to cultivating talents with good moral qualities and high professionalism for society through education and research.

Disciplines and Departments

Department of Humanities and Social Sciences:

Department of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department of Science:

Department of Applied Chemistry

Department of Biology

Department of Engineering:

Department of Mechanical Engineering

Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Department of Civil Engineering

Department of Environmental Engineering

Department of Education:

Department of Elementary Education

Department of Secondary Education

Graduate School

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences:

Master's Program: Humanities and Social Sciences

Graduate School of Science and Engineering:

Master's Program: Applied Chemistry, Biology, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering

Doctoral Program: Science and Engineering

Specialized Courses

Department of Humanities and Social Sciences: Teaching humanities and social science theories, cultivating professionals with humanistic qualities and social analysis capabilities.

Department of Applied Chemistry: Teaching applied chemistry theories and practices, cultivating professionals with chemical research and application capabilities.

Department of Biology: Teaching biology theories and practices, cultivating professionals with biological research and application capabilities.

Department of Mechanical Engineering: Teaching mechanical engineering theories and practices, cultivating professionals with mechanical design and manufacturing capabilities.

Electrical and Electronic Engineering: teaches electrical and electronic engineering theory and practice, and cultivates professionals with electrical and electronic design and application capabilities.

Civil Engineering: teaches civil engineering theory and practice, and cultivates professionals with civil design and construction capabilities.

Environmental Engineering: teaches environmental engineering theory and practice, and cultivates professionals with environmental management and protection capabilities.

Primary Education: teaches primary education theory and practice, and cultivates professionals with primary school teacher qualifications.

Secondary Education: teaches secondary education theory and practice, and cultivates professionals with secondary school teacher qualifications.

Teaching Facilities

Classrooms: equipped with advanced teaching equipment and multimedia facilities.

Laboratories: provide special laboratories for students to conduct experiments and practical exercises.

Library: rich collection of books, providing various professional books and journals.

Computer Room: equipped with high-performance computers and professional software to support students in digital design and production.

Campus Life

Student Clubs: The school has many student clubs, including art clubs, sports clubs, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life.

Campus Activities: regularly hold cultural festivals, sports games, art exhibitions and other activities to enhance students' teamwork and social skills.

Contact Information

Address: 1-1-1, Chikusa-cho, Hikone City, Shiga Prefecture, 〒522-8511

Tel: +81-749-27-2000

Fax: +81-749-27-2001

Email: info@shiga-pu.ac.jp

Employment Support

Career Development Center: Provides employment guidance and internship opportunities for students to help them enter the workplace smoothly.

Corporate Cooperation: Established cooperative relations with many companies and institutions to provide internship and employment opportunities for students.

The latest data shows that the employment rate of graduates of the school is over 85%.

Internationalization

International Exchange: The school actively promotes international exchanges and has established cooperative relations with universities in many countries and regions, providing students with abundant overseas study opportunities.

Language Support: Provide Japanese and English support for international students to help them better adapt to study and life.

Featured Projects

Internship Project: The school cooperates with many companies and institutions to provide students with abundant internship opportunities and help students apply theoretical knowledge to practical work.

Community Service: Encourage students to participate in community service activities and cultivate their sense of social responsibility and practical ability.