University of Tokushima

Tokushima, Japan World Rank #1407

Overview

English Name: University of Tokushima
Control Type: Public
World Rank: #1407
Rank in Japan: #43

A public institution based in Tokushima, Japan, University of Tokushima operates as a higher-education provider within Japan's academic ecosystem.

Teaching at University of Tokushima covers multiple qualification levels, delivered through numerous faculties and schools. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes spanning undergraduate and postgraduate routes.

On academic rankings, University of Tokushima is ranked #1407 globally and #43 within Japan. The institution participates in Japan's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.

Location & Contact

University of Tokushima's address, phone, email, and social presence. Department-level scholarship enquiries route faster through the specific faculty rather than central admissions.

Address: 2-24 Shinkura
Postal Code: 770-8501
Phone: 088-656-7000
Social Media:

Academic Details

University of Tokushima's institutional metrics — useful for sizing it against other shortlisted universities. The proportion of academic staff with doctorates correlates with research output and graduate-school admissions.

Academic Year: April to March (April-September; October-March)
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)
Admission Requirements: Graduation from high school or recognized equivalent, and entrance examination

Degrees

University of Tokushima's degree catalogue by academic level. Continuing education and non-degree pathways sit outside the standard tiers but are sometimes offered alongside.

Other 20 programs
  • Agriculture
  • Arts and Humanities
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Dental Science
  • Development Studies
  • Earth Sciences
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Health Sciences
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medical Science
  • Medicine
  • Natural Sciences
  • Nursing
  • Nutrition
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmacy
  • Regional Studies
  • Technology

Faculties & Divisions

University of Tokushima's schools and divisions, plus their subject expertise. Joint applications across departments are possible at some institutions for interdisciplinary degrees.

Dentistry (Faculty) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Dentistry

Common Career Paths

  • Dentist
  • Oral Surgeon
  • Dental Researcher

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

Engineering (Faculty) 12 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Applied Mathematics
  • Applied Physics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Bioengineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Optical Technology

Common Career Paths

  • Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Technical Consultant

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

Integrated Arts and Sciences (Faculty) 20 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Asian Studies
  • Behavioural Sciences
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Comparative Sociology
  • Computer Science
  • Cultural Studies
  • Economics
  • Environmental Studies
  • European Languages
  • Fine Arts
  • Geology
  • Law
  • Mathematics
  • Media Studies
  • Modern Languages
  • Natural Sciences
  • Physics
  • Regional Studies
  • Social Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Medicine (Faculty) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Nutrition

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

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

Pharmaceutical Sciences (Faculty) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmacy

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Advanced Technology and Science (Graduate School) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Civil Engineering
  • Earth Sciences
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Information Sciences
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Optometry

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Health Sciences (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
  • Nursing

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Human and Natural Environment Sciences (Graduate School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Psychology
  • Social Sciences

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Medical Sciences (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Clinical Researcher
  • Healthcare Specialist

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

Nutrition and Bioscience (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Nutrition

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Oral Sciences (Graduate School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Pathology

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Pharmaceutical Sciences (Graduate School) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Chemistry
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmacy

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

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

Genome Research (Institute) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biomedicine
  • Health Sciences

Programs Offered

The programme finder below covers every degree University of Tokushima currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.

Bachelor's Degree

9 programmes

At undergraduate level, University of Tokushima offers 9 programmes. These bachelor's degrees typically open both direct employment pathways and routes into postgraduate specialisation.

Integrated Arts and Sciences 総合科学部 Liberal Arts
Bioscience and Bioindustry 生物資源産業学部 Biological Sciences
Science and Technology 理工学部 General Engineering
Pharmacy 薬学部 Pharmacy
Oral Health and Welfare 歯学部 Dentistry
Dentistry 歯学部 Dentistry
Health Sciences 医学部 Health Sciences
Medical Nutrition 医学部 Nutrition & Dietetics
Medicine 医学部 Medicine

Master's Degree

11 programmes

University of Tokushima's 11 programmes at this tier lead to a master's qualification, valued for the focused, research-informed depth they add beyond undergraduate study.

Medical Nutrition 栄養生命科学研究科 Nutrition & Dietetics
Health Sciences 保健科学研究科 Health Sciences
Practical Midwifery 保健科学研究科 Midwifery
Pharmacy (Master) 薬学研究科 Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Sciences 薬学研究科 Pharmacy
Oral Health Sciences 歯学研究科 Health Sciences
Medical Science 医学研究科 Medicine
Bioresource Science 創成科学研究科 Natural Sciences
Science and Engineering 創成科学研究科 Natural Sciences
Clinical Psychology 創成科学研究科 Clinical Psychology
Regional Development Studies 創成科学研究科 Natural Sciences

Doctorate

13 programmes

Browse 13 programmes of research-degree study at University of Tokushima. Each culminates in a thesis defended before examiners as an original scholarly contribution.

Bioresource Science 創成科学研究科 Natural Sciences
Social Infrastructure Systems 創成科学研究科 Natural Sciences
Chemical and Biological Engineering 創成科学研究科 Biological Sciences
Mechanical Science 創成科学研究科 Mechanical Engineering
Electrical, Electronic and Physical Sciences 創成科学研究科 Robotics & Automation
Intelligent Information and Mathematical Sciences 創成科学研究科 Mathematics
Photonics Sciences 創成科学研究科 Natural Sciences
Medicine 医学研究科 Medicine
Oral Sciences 歯学研究科 Dentistry
Pharmaceutical Sciences 薬学研究科 Pharmacy
Pharmacy (Doctor) 薬学研究科 Pharmacy
Medical Nutrition 栄養生命科学研究科 Nutrition & Dietetics
Health Sciences 保健科学研究科 Health Sciences

How to apply to University of Tokushima

Practical steps to apply to University of Tokushima, suitable as a starting checklist before contacting the admissions team directly.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse University of Tokushima's 33 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

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

  3. 3
    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.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    University of Tokushima processes applications through www.tokushima-u.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
    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 088-656-7000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Tokushima

Short Q&A on the institutional facts that matter most when shortlisting University of Tokushima as a study destination.

In which city is University of Tokushima?

University of Tokushima is based in Tokushima, Japan.

Is University of Tokushima public or private?

University of Tokushima operates as a public institution.

Where does University of Tokushima stand in university rankings?

It ranks #1407 globally and #43 in Japan.

Is University of Tokushima officially recognised?

Yes, University of Tokushima is recognised by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).

What is University of Tokushima's official website?

The institution's website is www.tokushima-u.ac.jp.

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