Nagoya University
Nagoya, Japan • Founded 1871 • World Rank #413
Overview
Established in 1939, the Nagoya University (Nagoya Daigaku) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Nagoya (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Aichi.
Officially recognized by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan, Nagoya University is a large-sized coeducational Japanese higher education institution. Nagoya University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 84-year-old Japanese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Japanese higher education organization an extremely selective institution.
International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.
Nagoya University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Nagoya University's campus location, postal address, and the channels students typically use to reach the admissions team. Verified contact points help avoid third-party impersonators.
Academic Details
The numbers below cover the academic side of Nagoya University. Academic calendar conventions vary — semester, trimester, or quarter systems each carry different teaching rhythms.
Academic Structures
Below: how Nagoya University organises its faculties and constituent units. Distance learning programmes often sit in a separate division from on-campus teaching, with different administration.
Unit 22 items
- Graduate School of Bioagricultural Sciences
- Graduate School of Economics
- Graduate School of Education and Human Development
- Graduate School of Engineering
- Graduate School of Environmental Studies
- Graduate School of Humanities
- Graduate School of Informatics
- Graduate School of International Development
- Graduate School of Law
- Graduate School of Mathematics
- Graduate School of Medicine
- Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Graduate School of Science
- School of Agricultural Sciences
- School of Economics
- School of Education
- School of Engineering
- School of Humanities
- School of Informatics
- School of Law
- School of Medicine
- School of Science
Degrees
Find the degree level matching your study stage at Nagoya University. Bologna-process cycles (1st/2nd/3rd) map roughly to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral but with country-specific variations.
Other 42 programs
- Agriculture
- Arts and Humanities
- Asian Studies
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Business Administration
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Community Health
- Comparative Law
- Computer Science
- Continuing Education
- Cultural Studies
- Development Studies
- Earth Sciences
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Sciences
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Foreign Languages Education
- Government
- Health Administration
- Human Resources
- Information Sciences
- International Studies
- Japanese
- Law
- Linguistics
- Mathematics
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Modern Languages
- Natural Sciences
- Nursing
- Physics
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy
- Regional Planning
- Rehabilitation and Therapy
- Rural Planning
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan.
Asian Legal Exchange (Centre) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
- Political Sciences
Bioscience and Biotechnology (Centre) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Biomedicine
- Biophysics
- Biotechnology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Chronological Research (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Developmental Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry (Centre) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Child Care and Development
- Clinical Psychology
Common Career Paths
- Psychologist
- Counsellor
- Clinical Researcher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education for International Students (Centre) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cultural Studies
- Japanese
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Experimental Studies (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Gene Research (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Genetics
Health, Physical Fitness and Sports (Centre) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Education
- Health Sciences
- Sports
Hydrospheric Atmospheric (Centre) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biochemistry
- Environmental Studies
- Geophysics
- Marine Biology
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Waste Management
- Water Science
Information Technology (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Information Technology
Common Career Paths
- IT Consultant
- Network Engineer
- Cybersecurity Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
International Cooperation in Agricultural Education (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agriculture
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Materials Science (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Materials Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Radioisotope Research (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Radiology
Studies of Higher Education (Centre) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Higher Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Theoretical Studies (Centre) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Bioagricultural Sciences (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Bioengineering
- Biological and Life Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Economics
- Industrial Management
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education and Human Development (Graduate School) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Adult Education
- Behavioural Sciences
- Clinical Psychology
- Development Studies
- Education
- Educational Administration
- Educational Sciences
- Higher Education
- Information Sciences
- Physical Education
- Psychology
- Sports
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (Graduate School) 15 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Applied Chemistry
- Applied Physics
- Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Nanotechnology
- Telecommunications Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Environmental Studies (Graduate School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Social Studies
Common Career Paths
- Environmental Consultant
- Sustainability Officer
- Climate Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Information Science (Graduate School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Information Science and Technology (Graduate School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Media Studies
- Natural Sciences
- Social Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
International Development (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Communication Studies
- International Studies
Languages and Cultures (Graduate School) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- American Studies
- Applied Linguistics
- Asian Studies
- Cultural Studies
- East Asian Studies
- English
- European Studies
- Foreign Languages Education
- Gender Studies
- Japanese
Common Career Paths
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Language Teacher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (Graduate School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Comparative Law
- Law
- Political Sciences
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
- Aesthetics
- Archaeology
- Art History
- Arts and Humanities
- Classical Languages
- Cultural Studies
- History
- Linguistics
- Philosophy
Mathematics (Graduate School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Data Analyst
- Statistician
- Actuary
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Medicine (Graduate School) 12 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cell Biology
- Community Health
- Health Administration
- Health Sciences
- Laboratory Techniques
- Medical Technology
- Medicine
- Molecular Biology
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Radiology
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science (Graduate School) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Astrophysics
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Earth Sciences
- Environmental Studies
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Advanced Research (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arts and Humanities
- Natural Sciences
Eco Topia Science (Institute) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Environmental Medicine (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Neurosciences
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Liberal Arts and Science (Institute) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arts and Humanities
- Natural Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Origin of Particles and the Universe (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Astrophysics
Solar-Terrestrial Environment (Institute) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Astronomy and Space Science
Disaster Mitigation (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Safety Engineering
Green Mobility Collaborative Studies (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Studies
Synchrotron Radiation (Research Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physics
Agricultural Science (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Environmental Studies
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Economics (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
- Economic and Finance Policy
- Economic History
- Economics
Common Career Paths
- Economist
- Policy Analyst
- Financial Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Education (School) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cultural Studies
- Development Studies
- Education
- Information Sciences
- International Studies
- Psychology
- Psychotherapy
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Engineering (School) 14 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Applied Chemistry
- Applied Physics
- Architecture
- Bioengineering
- Biotechnology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Energy Engineering
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Materials Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Engineer
- Project Manager
- Technical Consultant
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Informatics and Science (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
- Natural Sciences
- Social Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Comparative Law
- Law
- Political Sciences
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Letters (School) 16 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aesthetics
- Art History
- Arts and Humanities
- Behavioural Sciences
- Cultural Studies
- English
- French
- German
- History
- Japanese
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Modern Languages
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Sociology
Medicine (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Health Sciences
- Medicine
Common Career Paths
- Physician
- Medical Researcher
- Clinical Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Science (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Earth Sciences
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Programs Offered
The programme finder below covers every degree Nagoya University currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.
Bachelor's Degree
9 programmes
Nagoya University lists 9 programmes that award a bachelor's degree — the foundational tier where students establish a discipline before narrowing their focus later.
School of Humanities Humanities & Cultural Studies 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Agricultural Sciences Agriculture 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Engineering General Engineering 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Medicine Medicine 6 years On-campus Japanese
School of Science Natural Sciences 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Informatics Information Systems & Technology 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Economics Economics 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Law Law 4 years On-campus Japanese
School of Education Education & Teaching 4 years On-campus Japanese
No programmes match your filter in this level.
Master's Degree
13 programmes
There are 13 programmes to choose from at Nagoya University for graduates, aimed at advanced expertise, a career change, or a stepping stone toward doctoral research.
Graduate School of Law Law 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences Pharmacy 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Environmental Studies Environmental Sciences 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Mathematics Mathematics 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of International Development Politics & International Relations 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Bioagricultural Sciences Agriculture 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Engineering General Engineering 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Medicine Medicine 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Science Natural Sciences 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Informatics Information Systems & Technology 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Economics Economics 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Education and Human Development Education & Teaching 2 years On-campus Japanese
Graduate School of Humanities Humanities & Cultural Studies 2 years On-campus Japanese
No programmes match your filter in this level.
How to apply to Nagoya University
What applying to Nagoya University typically involves — research, eligibility check, document prep, submission, and follow-up.
- 1 Find a programme that fits your goals
Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Nagoya University runs 22 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.
- 2 Confirm you meet the requirements
Before applying to Nagoya University, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Japan.
- 3 Assemble your application package
Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Nagoya University's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.
- 4 Submit your application
Lodge your application through the official website (www.nagoya-u.ac.jp). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.
- 5 Contact admissions and follow up
Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Reach the institution by phone at +81 (52) 789 2012. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nagoya University
Quick answers to the most common questions about Nagoya University — covering location, founding, ranking, programmes, and admissions context.
How old is Nagoya University?
The institution opened in 1871 (approximately 155 years ago).
What city is Nagoya University in?
Nagoya University operates from Nagoya, Japan.
What is Nagoya University's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How big is Nagoya University's student body?
Nagoya University serves approximately 15,000-19,999 students.
Where does Nagoya University stand in university rankings?
Nagoya University is ranked #413 globally and #8 in Japan.
How is Nagoya University organised academically?
The institution comprises 22 academic units.
Is Nagoya University officially recognised?
Nagoya University is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).
How do I find Nagoya University online?
Nagoya University's official website is www.nagoya-u.ac.jp.
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Members of Open Education Consortium (OEC)
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Where Else to Study Law
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