Kanto Gakuin University

Japan

Overview

English Name: Kanto Gakuin University
Control Type: Private

Kanto Gakuin University runs as a private university in Yokohama-shi, Japan. The institution functions as a higher-education provider within Japan's higher-education sector.

Kanto Gakuin University's academic profile spans multiple qualification levels, organised across numerous faculties and schools. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes for enrolled students.

Location & Contact

Need to get in touch with Kanto Gakuin University or find your way to campus? Address, phone, email, and online links are below. These reflect what the institution publishes on its official channels.

Address: 4834 Mutsuura-cho Kanazawa-ku
Postal Code: 236-8501
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Academic Details

Kanto Gakuin University's academic structure, enrolment numbers, and accreditation context are gathered below. Together they describe how the institution operates beyond the surface-level overview.

Academic Year: April to January (April-July; September-January)
Accrediting Agency: Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA)
Admission Requirements: Graduation from high school and entrance examination

Degrees

Also Professional Graduate Programmes in Law

Other 11 programs
  • Architecture
  • Business Administration
  • Civil Engineering
  • Economics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Chemistry
  • Law
  • Literature
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Sociology
  • Structural Architecture

Faculties & Divisions

Find which faculty at Kanto Gakuin University covers your subject area. Cross-listed subjects (taught across multiple faculties) require checking which faculty owns the credentialing for your degree.

Architecture and Environment (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architectural and Environmental Design
  • Architecture
  • Environmental Studies

Common Career Paths

  • Architect
  • Urban Planner
  • Interior Designer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Economics (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Economics

Common Career Paths

  • Economist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Financial Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Literature (Department/Division) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • American Studies
  • Comparative Literature
  • Cultural Studies
  • English
  • English Studies
  • Literature
  • Social Welfare
  • Sociology
Sciences and Engineering (Department/Division) 22 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Applied Chemistry
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Biotechnology
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Health Sciences
  • Industrial Design
  • Information Technology
  • Machine Building
  • Mathematics
  • Measurement and Precision Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Natural Sciences
  • Physics
  • Protective Services
  • Robotics
  • Safety Engineering
  • Sports
  • Video

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Human Environment (Faculty) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architectural and Environmental Design
  • Child Care and Development
  • Communication Studies
  • Development Studies
  • Environmental Studies
  • Health Sciences
  • Nutrition
Law (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Economics (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Economics

Common Career Paths

  • Economist
  • Policy Analyst
  • Financial Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Engineering (Graduate School) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Industrial Chemistry
  • Materials Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Structural Architecture

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (Graduate School) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Letters (Graduate School) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • American Studies
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Comparative Literature
  • Cultural Studies
  • English
  • English Studies
  • Japanese
  • Literature
  • Sociology
Human Environment (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Environmental Studies
Law (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Materials and Surface Engineering (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Materials Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Nursing (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Nursing

Common Career Paths

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Osawa Memorial Building Facilities Engineering (Institute) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Building Technologies
  • Environmental Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Christianity and Culture (Research Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Christian Religious Studies
  • Cultural Studies
Economics and Business (Research Division) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Economics

Common Career Paths

  • Business Analyst
  • Operations Manager
  • Strategy Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Engineering (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Engineering

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Humanities (Research Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Arts and Humanities

Common Career Paths

  • Researcher
  • Editor
  • Cultural Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Law (School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Administrative Law
  • Commercial Law
  • Environmental Studies
  • Law

Common Career Paths

  • Lawyer
  • Legal Consultant
  • Compliance Officer

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Nursing (School) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Welfare and Protective Services

Common Career Paths

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Programs Offered

Each programme at Kanto Gakuin University is grouped by the degree it leads to. New programmes can take 6–12 months to propagate through search engines, so the live catalogue here is the authoritative list.

Bachelor's Degree

12 programmes

Kanto Gakuin University runs 12 programmes at bachelor's level — undergraduate programmes that usually span three to four years and serve as the standard entry route into a profession or further study.

Nutrition 栄養学部 Nutrition & Dietetics
Nursing 看護学部 Nursing
Intercultural Studies 国際文化学部 Politics & International Relations
Education 教育学部 Education & Teaching
Interhuman Symbiotic Studies 人間共生学部 Humanities & Cultural Studies
Architecture and Environmental Design 建築・環境学部 Architecture
Informatics 情報学部 Information Systems & Technology
Science and Engineering 理工学部 General Engineering
Business Administration 経営学部 Business Administration
Economics 経済学部 Economics
Law 法学部 Law
Sociology 社会学部 Social & Cultural Studies

Master's Degree

5 programmes

Kanto Gakuin University provides 5 programmes at master's level for graduates who want to specialise further or strengthen their standing for doctoral applications.

Nursing Graduate School 看護学研究科 Nursing
Engineering Graduate School 工学研究科 General Engineering
Law Graduate School 法学研究科 Law
Economics Graduate School 経済学研究科 Economics
Humanities Graduate School 文学研究科 Humanities & Cultural Studies

Doctorate

4 programmes

Kanto Gakuin University's 4 programmes at this tier lead to a doctorate, the credential expected for academic, senior research, and many specialist professional roles.

Engineering Graduate School - Doctorate 工学研究科 General Engineering
Law Graduate School - Doctorate 法学研究科 Law
Economics Graduate School - Doctorate 経済学研究科 Economics
Humanities Graduate School - Doctorate 文学研究科 Humanities & Cultural Studies

How to apply to Kanto Gakuin University

A practical five-step guide to applying to Kanto Gakuin University, from programme research through submission and follow-up.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Use the programme finder to browse Kanto Gakuin University's 21 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Kanto Gakuin University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    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.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Kanto Gakuin University processes applications through www.kanto-gakuin.ac.jp. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanto Gakuin University

Quick reference for Kanto Gakuin University: founding, control type, student body, rankings, and recognition status in one place.

In which city is Kanto Gakuin University?

Kanto Gakuin University is based in Yokohama-shi, Japan.

What is Kanto Gakuin University's control type?

Kanto Gakuin University is a private institution.

Is Kanto Gakuin University accredited?

Yes, Kanto Gakuin University is recognised by Japan University Accreditation Association (JUAA).

Where can I learn more about Kanto Gakuin University?

The institution's website is www.kanto-gakuin.ac.jp.

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