Kansai University
Suita, Japan • Founded 1886 • THE 2026 #1501-2191
Updated May 2026 · Source: kansai-u.ac.jp
Overview
Established in 1922, the Kansai University (Kansai Daigaku) is a private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Suita (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Osaka.
Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Kansai University is a very large-sized coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Kansai University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 101-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 20-29% making this Japanese higher education organization a very selective institution.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Kansai University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
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Academic Details
Kansai University's student body, faculty composition, and recognition framework are below.
Academic Structures
Below is how Kansai University is organised academically — the schools, faculties, and units.
Unit 29 items
- Faculty of Business Data Science
- Faculty of Business and Commerce
- Faculty of Chemistry, Materials and Bioengineering
- Faculty of Economics
- Faculty of Engineering Science
- Faculty of Environmental and Urban Engineering
- Faculty of Foreign Language Studies
- Faculty of Health and Well-Being
- Faculty of Informatics
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Letters
- Faculty of Policy Studies
- Faculty of Societal Safety Sciences
- Faculty of Sociology
- Graduate School of Accountancy
- Graduate School of Business and Commerce
- Graduate School of East Asian Cultures
- Graduate School of Economics
- Graduate School of Foreign Language Education and Research
- Graduate School of Governance
- Graduate School of Health and Well-being
- Graduate School of Informatics
- Graduate School of Law
- Graduate School of Letters
- Graduate School of Psychology
- Graduate School of Science and Engineering
- Graduate School of Societal Safety Sciences
- Graduate School of Sociology
- School of Law
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan.
Centre for Innovation and Creativity (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Business and Commerce (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Finance
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
Chemistry, Materials and Bioengineering (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Materials Engineering
Economics (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
- Finance
- Industrial and Production Economics
- International Economics
- Statistics
Environmental and Urban Engineering (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Chemical Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Regional Planning
- Town Planning
- Urban Studies
Foreign Language Studies (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chinese
- English
- French
- German
- Korean
- Russian
- Spanish
Health and Well-being (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Education
- Library Science
- Physical Education
- Social Welfare
- Social Work
Informatics (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
Law (Faculty) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administrative Law
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Constitutional Law
- Criminal Law
- Criminology
- International Law
- International Relations and Diplomacy
- Labour Law
- Law
- Political Sciences
Letters (Faculty) 24 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aesthetics
- Art Criticism
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Cultural Studies
- Education
- Educational Administration
- English
- English Studies
- Ethics
- European Studies
- Film
- Geography
- History
- Japanese
- Library Science
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Media Studies
- Philosophy
- Philosophy of Education
- Primary Education
- Psychology
- Religious Studies
Policy Studies (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administration
- Asian Studies
- International Law
- International Studies
- Management
- Political Sciences
- Social Policy
Societal Safety Sciences (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Security
- Information Sciences
- Law
- Protective Services
- Psychology
- Safety Engineering
- Social and Preventive Medicine
- Welfare and Protective Services
Sociology (Faculty) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Media Studies
- Psychology
- Sociology
Systems Science and Engineering (Faculty) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Physics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Physics
- Telecommunications Engineering
Business and Commerce (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business and Commerce
East Asian Cultures (Graduate School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cultural Studies
- East Asian Studies
- Ethnology
- History
- Literature
- Regional Studies
- Religion
Economics (Graduate School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
Foreign Languages Education and Research (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Foreign Languages Education
- Modern Languages
Governance (Graduate School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Government
- Public Administration
- Social Policy
Health and Well-being (Graduate School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Education
- Social Welfare
- Social Work
Informatics (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
Law (Graduate School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Commercial Law
- Law
- Political Sciences
- Public Administration
Letters (Graduate School) 18 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- American Studies
- Arts and Humanities
- Asian Studies
- Chinese
- Cultural Studies
- English
- English Studies
- French
- Geography
- German
- History
- Japanese
- Literature
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Spanish
- Video
- Vocational Education
Psychology (Graduate School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Clinical Psychology
- Cognitive Sciences
- Developmental Psychology
- Psychology
- Social Psychology
Science and Engineering (Graduate School) 16 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Physics
- Architecture
- Bioengineering
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Information Technology
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
- Town Planning
Societal Safety Sciences (Graduate School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Security
- Protective Services
- Safety Engineering
Sociology (Graduate School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Sociology
Cultural Interaction Studies (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Economic and Political Studies (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Human Rights Studies (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Legal Studies (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Oriental and Occidental Studies (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Organisation for Research and Development of Innovative Science and Technology (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- ORDIST
Research Centre for Naniwa-Osaka Studies (Research Division) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Research Institute for Socionetwork Strategies (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- RISS
Professional School of Accounting (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
Professional School of Law (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Programs Offered
Browse Kansai University's programmes by level, or filter by name.
42 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Japan
Bachelor's Degree 14 programmes
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Master's Degree 15 programmes
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Doctorate 13 programmes
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How to apply to Kansai University
Step-by-step guidance for applying to Kansai University, in five steps.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Use the programme finder to browse Kansai University's 42 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Programme-level requirements at Kansai University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Get your documents ready
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Apply through the official channel
Kansai University processes applications through www.kansai-u.ac.jp. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Reach out and track your application
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +81 (6) 6368 1121. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kansai University
A short Q&A covering Kansai University's essentials — founding, location, and structure.
When was Kansai University founded?
Kansai University was established in 1886 (approximately 140 years ago).
What city is Kansai University in?
Kansai University operates from Suita, Japan.
Is Kansai University public or private?
Kansai University is a private institution.
How big is Kansai University's student body?
Kansai University serves approximately 29,749 students.
What is Kansai University's ranking?
It ranks THE 2026 #1501-2191.
How many faculties does Kansai University have?
Kansai University is organised into 29 academic units across its disciplines.
Is Kansai University accredited?
Kansai University is accredited by Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE).
What is Kansai University's official website?
You can find Kansai University online at www.kansai-u.ac.jp.
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