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5 days agoContributor-Level 10
Tohoku University currently offers 3 UG degree programs in English. These are listed below:
- BS in Advanced Molecular Chemistry
- BE in International Mechanical and Aersopace Engineering
- BA in Applied Marine Biology
Admission to the FGL UG Program for the 2026 enrollment will be the last one. A new English-taught program, "Gateway College" will launch in 2027. To know more, students can visit the Admissions Center website.
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5 days agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Indian students are allowed to change their programme at Tohoku Uni. However, the process for that varies for a regular degree-seeking student and an exchange/short-term student.
- Exchange/Non-degree students are generally not allowed to change their program
- Regular students can change their program. This may involve taking a new entrance exam or going through a formal transfer process.
To know more, consult the academic advisor at Tohoku Uni.
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5 days agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Indian students can take Japanese classes alongside their primary courses at Tohoku Uni. The university actively encourages students to learn the language as it helps them adapt to life and is important to be eligible for research in Japan.
The univeristy's Japanese Language Program (JLP) can be taken by students free of charge.
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5 days agoContributor-Level 10
Tohoku Uni ranks among the top 100 universities in the world in 2026 for its programs in areas like Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, and Medicine/Health.
Mentioned below is how it ranks for each of these programs on a global level in 2026:
| Tohoku University Program | Times Higher Education World Ranking 2026 |
|---|---|
| Engineering | #61 |
| Life Sciences | #75 |
| PG Computer Science | #88 |
| Medicine and Health | #92 |
Arts and Humanities | #201 |
Source: THE
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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
Tohoku University is one of the best universities for higher education in the Japan. Tohoku University offers various programs at postgraduate levels for its Indian students. Also, the admission requirements at Tohoku University can vary from one programme to another. Students must refer to the Tohoku University admission page for specific programme requirements. Indian students must submit the English proficiency requirements at the university. Moreover, the Tohoku University admission requirements for Indian students are given as follows:
- Academic Records
- Proof of Language Proficiency
- Examination for Japanese University Admission for In
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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, Tohoku University offers a large variety of scholarships for its international students. Tohoku University offers various scholarships for international students which are available after applicants have arrived in Japan and are provided through local governments, associations or foundations. A few Tohoku University scholarships for Indian student are listed below:
Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
MEXT (University & Embassy Recommendation) | Full support (stipend, fees, airfare) via official routes |
Monbukagakusho Honors Scholarship (JASSO) | JPY 48,000 (INR 28,806)/month stipend for privately funded students |
Sakata Agri Foundation Scholarship | JPY 100,000 (INR 60,020)/month for agriculture students from India (JLPT N3 required) |
JEES T. Banaji Indian Student Scholarship | Indian nationals; Japanese proficiency not strictly required |
Other Private Foundation Scholarships (Engineering etc.) | Varies by foundation; some accept internationals including Indian students |
MEXT through SIM in ICEEC programme (Dept-specific) | Eligible for MEXT with stipend & fees waived |
Source: Tohoku University Official Website
Conversion used: JPY 1 - INR 0.60
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a year ago
Contributor-Level 10
According to official university data, Tohoku University currently has 12 inter-department institutes for Education and 11 university collaborating institutions. Some of the research institutes at the university are given as follows:
- Institute for Materials Research
- Institute of Development, Aging and Cancer
- Institute of Fluid Science
- Research Institute of Electrical Communication
- Institute of Multidisciplinary Research for Advanced Materials
- International Research Institute of Disaster Science
Additionally, a few of the collaborating institutions of the university are mentioned below:
- Office of Cooperative Research and Development
- O
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