Tokyo Metropolitan University
Tokyo, Japan • QS 2027 #1001-1200
Updated May 2026 · Source: tmu.ac.jp
Overview
Founded 1949.
Graduate Schools established 1953. Known as Tokyo Toritsu Daigaku.
Tokyo Toritsu Daigaku (Tokyo Metropolitan University), Tokyo Toritsu Kagaku Gijutsu Daigaku (Tokyo Metropolitan Institute of Technology), Tokyo Toritsu Hoken Kagaku Daigaku (Tokyo Metropolitan University of Health Sciences) and Tokyo Toritsu Tanki Daigaku (Tokyo Metropolitan College) were merged under the name of Shuto Daigaku Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan University) in 2005. Shuto Daigaku Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan University) was renamed as Tokyo Toritsu Daigaku (Tokyo Metropolitan University) in 2020.
Tokyoto Koritsu Daigaku Hojin(Tokyo Metropolitan Public University Corporation) is an umbrella organization representing Tokyo Toritsu Daigaku (Tokyo Metropolitan University), Tokyo Toritsu Sangyo Gijutu Daigakuin Daigaku (Advanced Institute of Industrial Technology), and Tokyo Toritsu Sangyo Gijutu Koutou Senmon Gakko (Tokyo Metropolitan College of Industrial Technology)
Location & Contact
Below are Tokyo Metropolitan University's address, location, and primary contact channels.
Academic Details
The numbers behind Tokyo Metropolitan University: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.
Academic Structures
Tokyo Metropolitan University's academic units are listed below, by type.
Unit 14 items
- Faculty of Economics and Business Administration
- Faculty of Health Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Systems Design
- Faculty of Urban Environmental Sciences
- Graduate School of Human Health Sciences
- Graduate School of Humanities
- Graduate School of Law and Politics
- Graduate School of Management
- Graduate School of Science
- Graduate School of Systems Design
- Graduate School of Urban Environmental Sciences
Degrees
TMU has developed a full-degree program in biology at the undergraduate level exclusively taught in English:https://globale.biol.se.tmu.ac.jp/
Other 28 programs
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Applied Chemistry
- Architectural and Environmental Design
- Arts and Humanities
- Behavioural Sciences
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Business Administration
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Cultural Studies
- Economics
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- History
- International Studies
- Law
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Philosophy
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Political Sciences
- Social Sciences
- Tourism
- Urban Studies
Faculties & Divisions
Each of Tokyo Metropolitan University's faculties and its subject areas are listed below.
Economics and Business Administration (Faculty) 7 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economic History
- Economics
- Industrial Engineering
- Management
- Marketing
Health Sciences (Faculty) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Nursing
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Radiology
Humanities and Social Sciences (Faculty) 21 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- American Studies
- Anthropology
- Archaeology
- Arts and Humanities
- Asian Studies
- Cultural Studies
- English Studies
- European Studies
- French Studies
- Germanic Studies
- History
- Literature
- Modern Languages
- Pedagogy
- Philosophical Schools
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Social Studies
- Social Welfare
- Sociology
- Visual Arts
Law (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Administrative Law
- Constitutional Law
- International Law
- Law
- Political Sciences
- Public Law
Science (Faculty) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Physics
Systems Design (Faculty) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Industrial Design
- Information Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
Urban Environmental Sciences (Faculty) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Architectural and Environmental Design
- Architecture
- Architecture and Planning
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Geography (Human)
- Tourism
- Town Planning
- Urban Studies
Human Health Sciences (Graduate School) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Behavioural Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Food Science
- Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Nutrition
- Occupational Therapy
- Physical Therapy
- Physiology
- Radiology
- Sports
Humanities (Graduate School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Behavioural Sciences
- Cultural Studies
- History
- Philosophy
- Social Sciences
Law and Politics (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
- Political Sciences
Management (Graduate School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economic History
- Leadership
- Management
- Marketing
Science (Graduate School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
Systems Design (Graduate School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Industrial Design
- Information Sciences
- Mechanical Engineering
Urban Environmental Sciences (Graduate School) 15 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Architectural and Environmental Design
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Geography
- Geography (Human)
- Geology
- Meteorology
- Social and Community Services
- Structural Architecture
- Tourism
- Town Planning
- Urban Studies
Programs Offered
Below are Tokyo Metropolitan University's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.
64 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Japan
Bachelor's Degree 7 programmes
Master's Degree 31 programmes
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Doctorate 26 programmes
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How to apply to Tokyo Metropolitan University
A five-step path through the application process at Tokyo Metropolitan University.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Tokyo Metropolitan University's catalogue includes 64 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Tokyo Metropolitan University's admissions process.
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Get your documents ready
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
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Apply through the official channel
Submit your completed application through Tokyo Metropolitan University's official website at www.tmu.ac.jp. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
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Reach out and track your application
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tokyo Metropolitan University
Common questions about Tokyo Metropolitan University, answered from data on record.
Where is Tokyo Metropolitan University located?
Tokyo Metropolitan University is located in Tokyo, Japan.
Is Tokyo Metropolitan University public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What is the student enrolment at Tokyo Metropolitan University?
Student enrolment at Tokyo Metropolitan University is around 9,126.
Where does Tokyo Metropolitan University stand in university rankings?
Tokyo Metropolitan University is ranked QS 2027 #1001-1200.
What is Tokyo Metropolitan University's academic structure?
Tokyo Metropolitan University is organised into 14 academic units across its disciplines.
Who recognises Tokyo Metropolitan University?
Tokyo Metropolitan University is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).
How do I find Tokyo Metropolitan University online?
Tokyo Metropolitan University's official website is www.tmu.ac.jp.
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