Establishing theories in energy science.

Education Policy

Our graduate school is conducting the education based on three policies below;

Admission Policy

Masters Program

Securing energy and conserving the environment are the most critical challenges in pursuing sustainable development of the human race. To resolve urgent energy and environmental problems, the Graduate School of Energy Science was one of the first programs in the world to combine wide-ranging academic fields, including engineering, science, agriculture, economics, and law. Our philosophy is to develop a sustainable energy society by establishing theories in energy science, which is an interdisciplinary field that incorporates a humanistic perspective into science and technology, and fostering people who contribute to the harmonious coexistence in a global society with high-level abilities and an international perspective. Based on this philosophy, we provide education as described in the curriculum policy. We welcome students and working professionals from around the globe. We are looking for new students who embody the qualities below across all fields of study.

  1. A desire to solve energy and environmental problems and contribute to social development through research work in the energy science field;
  2. Individuality and creativity, not bound by the established principles;
  3. Basic academic abilities;
  4. Capacity to think logically; and
  5. Strong communication skills necessary to collaborate with energy science researchers around the world and society in general.

To realize the policy above, the Graduate School of Energy Science has introduced various entrance exams by combining written exams to assess basic academic abilities, including English and logical thinking, as well as specialized knowledge related to energy science, document screening of undergraduate performance, and oral exams as necessary.

Doctoral Program

Securing energy and conserving the environment are the most critical challenges in pursuing the sustainable development of the human race. To resolve urgent energy and environmental problems, the Graduate School of Energy Science was one of the first programs in the world to combine wide-ranging academic fields, including engineering, science, agriculture, economics, and law. Our philosophy is to develop a sustainable energy society by establishing theories in energy science, which is an interdisciplinary field that incorporates a humanistic perspective into science and technology, and fostering people who contribute to a harmonious coexistence in a global society with high-level abilities and an international perspective. We welcome students and working professionals from around the globe. We are looking for new students who embody the qualities below across all fields of study.

  1. A desire to pursue advanced research to solve energy and environmental problems and contribute to social development through research work in the energy science field;
  2. Individuality and creativity not bound by the established principles and a passion for solving challenges in new fields of study and research;
  3. Highly specialized knowledge, the capacity to think logically, and ability to advance research on energy science;
  4. Ability to pursue research by establishing and achieving goals and themes based on an international perspective and advanced specialized ability as an energy science researcher; and
  5. Logical and strong communication skills necessary to collaborate with energy science researchers around the world.

To realize the policy above, the Graduate School of Energy Science has introduced various entrance exams by combining written exams to assess basic academic abilities, including English and logical thinking, as well as highly specialized knowledge related to energy science, document screening of performance in the Masters program, Masters thesis, and research plans, and oral exams as necessary.
 

Curriculum Policy

Masters Program

In each field of study, we provide introductory courses and specialized courses that combine lectures, exercises, experiments, and lab work to achieve the goal described in the diploma policy. Some courses are offered in English. The curriculum is developed based on the policy below.

  1. Courses are designed to develop basic academic abilities and specialties gained in the undergraduate program. An interdisciplinary curriculum is organized and implemented to cover natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences regardless of the field of specialization to help students obtain wide-ranging knowledge and specialized knowledge in their fields. Academic performance in each course is assessed based on written exams, a term paper, and/or the results of exercises, experiments, or lab work.
  2. Priority is given to writing a Masters thesis by actively working on theme-based research that contributes to energy science academically and practically through instructions, seminars, and practical education. Through these endeavors, students develop highly ethical values, the capacity to pursue research, and the ability to logically explain research results. Academic performance is assessed by three examiners.

The curriculum developed based on the policy above is given as a curriculum map. Additionally, a description of each course is clearly stated in the syllabus.

Doctoral Program

We provide specialized courses that combine lectures, exercises, experiments, and lab work to achieve the goal described in the diploma policy. Some courses are offered in English. The curriculum is developed based on the policy below.

  1. Courses are designed to develop wide-ranging academic knowledge and highly advanced specialized knowledge gained during the Masters program. The curriculum is organized and implemented to help students structure their research from a broad perspective to identify their position, learn more advanced specialized knowledge, and develop research techniques to address energy and environmental problems. Academic performance in each course is assessed based on written exams, a term paper, and/or the results of exercises, experiments, or lab work.
  2. Priority is given to writing a doctoral dissertation by actively working on advanced theme-based research that contributes to energy science academically and practically through instructions, seminars, and practical education. Through these endeavors, students develop highly ethical values, an outstanding capacity to plan and pursue research, and the ability to logically explain research results. Academic performance is assessed by three examiners.

The curriculum developed based on the policy above is given as a curriculum map. Additionally, a description of each course is clearly stated in the syllabus.

 

Diploma Policy

Masters Program

To meet societal expectations, the Graduate School of Energy Science equip students with international perspectives, advanced specialized skills to address energy and environmental issues, and the ability to contribute to the coexistence within a global society. To this end, a Masters degree is conferred upon students who are enrolled for the specified number terms, successfully complete all courses according to the curriculum policy, surpass the minimum credit requirement, and pass the defense and exams for a Masters thesis. Students who make remarkable advancements in their studies and research can complete the Masters program in a shorter enrollment period. Additionally, students must achieve the following goals:

  1. Demonstrate highly advanced specialized knowledge to address energy and environmental problems based on broad perspectives and multilateral knowledge supported by a specialized academic ability;
  2. Possess highly ethical values in academic research in the energy science field;
  3. Exhibit the ability to pursue research by planning and executing goals and themes based on the knowledge, techniques, and capacity in the energy science field;
  4. Logically explain and effectively communicate an international appeal to develop a deeper mutual understanding with other researchers in their fields of specialty or related fields; and
  5. Defend a Masters thesis, which contains research results that contribute to energy science academically or practically.

Doctoral Program

To meet societal expectations, the Graduate School of Energy Science equip students with international perspectives, advanced specialized skills to address energy and environmental issues, and the ability to contribute to the coexistence within a global society. To this end, a Doctoral degree is conferred upon students who are enrolled for the specified number of terms, successfully complete courses according to the curriculum policy, surpass the minimum credit requirement, and pass the defense and exams for a doctoral dissertation, which is written based on required academic instructions. Students who make remarkable advancement in their study and research can complete their Doctoral Degree in a shorter enrollment period. Additionally, students must achieve the following goals:

  1. Demonstrate highly advanced specialized knowledge and research techniques to establish and practice measures to address energy and environmental problems, while further developing advanced specialized knowledge and broader knowledge as well as structuring research from a broad perspective;
  2. Possess highly ethical values in academic research in the energy science field;
  3. Exhibit the ability to pursue research by planning and executing goals and themes based on the knowledge, techniques, and the capacity in the energy science field to address, plan, and implement collaborative research with other research institutions as necessary;
  4. Logically explain and effectively communicate an international appeal to develop a deeper mutual understanding with other researchers in their fields of specialty or related fields; and
  5. Defend a doctoral dissertation, which contains remarkable research results that contribute to energy science academically or practically.
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