Hous ingThe university dormitories (approx. 200 rooms for international students) and International House (60 single, 5 married couple units, and 5 family units) located on Higashi-Hiroshima campus are available for international students. Hiroshima University also provides leased accommodation for newly enrolled international students from overseas. The majority of students, however, live in privately-owned apartments.

Language Cour se sMastering the local language will deepen your understanding of the society and culture, and will increase your social and academic effectiveness. Hiroshima University offers Japanese language courses to enrolled international students depending on their language ability.

Academic Ca l enda r

I n t e rna t i ona l S tuden t Admis s ionDescribed below is a brief overview. Please refer to the “Information for Incoming International Students” for detailed and up-to-date information, which can be downloaded from:https://www.hiroshima-u.ac.jp/en/international/admissions

International students have opportunities to study at Hiroshima University under the following programs:◆�Undergraduate Program (4 years for Bachelors; 6 years for some of the medical-

related degrees)　�Students are admitted through either the general entrance examination or

the special examination for graduates of foreign secondary schools. As the majority of class instruction is given in Japanese, applicants should note that it is essential to achieve a sufficient proficiency of the language before their admission.◆�Graduate Schools (2+ years for Master’s, 3+ years for Doctorate, 4+ years for Doctorate

in the Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences (Division of Biomedical Sciences))　�Admission procedures and requirements differ slightly for each graduate

school. Some schools conduct special selections for international students.◆Non-Degree Courses (Research Students)　�Students wishing to study a specific subject without earning degrees at

either the undergraduate or graduate level may be admitted as research students. This is also an option for applicants who seek to prepare for the entrance examination to a graduate school. Admission procedures and requirements differ slightly for each graduate school.◆HUSA (Hiroshima University Study Abroad) Program　�Students enrolled in a degree program at partner universities may study

for up to one academic year as an exchange student. Applicants must have sufficient proficiency of either English or Japanese.

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Campus Location

Tui t i on and Fees

Financial AidThe majority of international students enrolled in Hiroshima University are privately funded. About 20% of these students receive supplementary financial aid from various foundations, ranging from ¥20,000 to ¥180,000 per month.About 10% of the students receive Japanese Government (MEXT) scholarships. Please contact a Japanese consulate or embassy in your home country for details.

Undergraduate Students

Graduate Students

Research Students

Tuition ¥535,800* ¥535,800* ¥29,700**Enrollment Fee ¥282,000 ¥282,000 ¥84,600 Application ¥17,000 ¥30,000 ¥9,800

* per year ** per month

First TermApr.1 - Apr.7 Spring VacationApr.3 Entrance CeremonyApr.8 - Jun.8 ClassesSecond TermJun.9 - Aug.5 ClassesAug.6 - Sep.30 Summer VacationThird TermOct.1 Autumn-Term Entrance CeremonyOct.2 - Nov.30 ClassesFourth TermDec.1 - Feb.8 ClassesDec.26 - Jan.5 Winter VacationFeb.9 - Mar.31 Year-End VacationMar.23 Degree Commencement Day

*This schedule is subject to change.

Guide for International Students 2021

What can I s t udy a t H i r o s h ima Un ive r s i t y?Hiroshima University offers you the opportunity to broaden your horizons academically, personally, and culturally.

Located in Western Japan, it is one of the leading national universities in the country.For details about HU’s schools and graduate schools, please visit the following page: https://www.hiroshima-u.ac.jp/en/schools

Gradua t e Schoo l sHumanities and Social SciencesHumanities and Social Sciences:

Humanities / Psychology / Law and Politics / Economics / Management Sciences / International Peace and Co-existence / International Economic Development / Integrated Arts and Human Sciences

Educational Sciences:Educational Design for Teacher Educators / Educational Studies / Teaching Japanese as a Second Language / International Education Development

Professional Development for Teachers and School LeadersLaw SchoolJoint International Master’s Programme

Advanced Science and EngineeringAdvanced Science and Engineering:

Mathematics / Physics / Earth and Planetary Systems Science / Basic Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Electrical, Systems, and Control Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Transportation and Environmental Systems / Architecture / Civil and Environmental Engineering / Informatics and Data Science / Smart Innovation / Quantum Matter / Transdisciplinary Science and Engineering

Joint International Master’s Programme

Integrated Sciences for LifeIntegrated Sciences for Life:

Biotechnology / Food and AgriLife Science / Bioresource Science / Life and Environmental Sciences / Basic Biology / Mathematical and Life Sciences / Biomedical Science

Biomedical and Health SciencesDoctoral: Biomedical Sciences:

Medicine / Dental Sciences / Pharmaceutical Sciences / Radiation Biology and Medicine

Master’s: Integrated Health Sciences:Health Sciences / Medicinal Sciences / Public Health / Medical Physicist / Biomedical Science

Doctoral: Integrated Health Sciences:Health Sciences / Medicinal Sciences / Biomedical Science

Suppo r t Se rv i ce Fac i l i t i e sGlobal Career Design CenterAccessibility CenterOffice of AdmissionsCollaboration Office

Resea rch In s t i t u t eResearch Institute for Radiation Biology and Medicine

Common Education and Research FacilitiesHiroshima Synchrotron Radiation CenterSaijo Seminar HouseResearch Institute for Nanodevice and Bio SystemsResearch Institute for Higher EducationInformation Media CenterNatural Science Center for Basic Research and DevelopmentMorito Institute of Global Higher EducationCenter for the Study of International Cooperation in EducationHealth Service CenterThe Center for PeaceEnvironmental Research and Management CenterHiroshima University MuseumBeijing Research CenterHiroshima Astrophysical Science CenterInstitute for Foreign Language Research and EducationHiroshima University ArchivesInstitute of SportHiSIM Research CenterThe Center for Contemporary India Studies at Hiroshima UniversityResearch Center for Diversity and InclusionAmphibian Research CenterTranslational Research CenterResilience Research CenterCenter for Brain, Mind and KANSEI Sciences ResearchHiroshima University Genome Editing Innovation CenterHiroshima University Digital Monozukuri (Manufacturing) Education and Research CenterEducation and Research Center for Artificial Intelligence and Data Innovation

Schoo l s (Unde rg radua t e P rog rams )Integrated Arts and SciencesIntegrated Arts and Sciences, Integrated Global Studies

LettersHumanities

EducationCluster 1: School EducationCluster 2: Science, Technology and Society EducationCluster 3: Language and Culture EducationCluster 4: Life-long Activities EducationCluster 5: Fundamentals for Education and Human Development

LawLaw

EconomicsEconomics

ScienceMathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biological Science, Earth and Planetary Systems Science

MedicineMedicine, Health Sciences

DentistryDentistry, Oral Health Sciences

Pharmaceutical SciencesPharmaceutical Sciences, Medicinal Sciences

EngineeringCluster 1: Mechanical Systems, Transportation, Material and EnergyCluster 2: Electrical, Electronic and Systems EngineeringCluster 3: Applied Chemistry, Biotechnology and Chemical EngineeringCluster 4: Civil Engineering and Architecture

Applied Biological ScienceApplied Biological Science

Informatics and Data ScienceInformatics and Data Science

1 ,650 In t e r na t i ona l S tuden t s― from 72 Countries/Regions around the World (As of May 1, 2021)―

Many students from around the world are admitted to Hiroshima University,where they enjoy learning together with Japanese peers.

International Student Numbers by Country (Region) (As of May 1, 2021)

EuropeAustria 1Bulgaria 1France 2Germany 6Greece 1Italy 1Kazakhstan 1Kyrgyzstan 8Latvia 1Poland 1Romania 2Russia 1Serbia 1Tajikistan 4UK 4Uzbekistan 6

AfricaBurkina Faso 1Cameroon 1Egypt 12Gabon 1Gambia 1Ghana 8Kenya 1Malawi 7Mauritius 1Morocco 1Namibia 1Nigeria 9South Sudan 1Tunisia 1Uganda 2Zambia 1Zimbabwe 3

Middle EastAfghanistan 12Iran 6Iraq 2Israel 1Kuwait 1Oman 1Palestine 1Saudi Arabia 1Syria 5Turkey 1Yemen 2

South AsiaBangladesh 42India 22Nepal 10Pakistan 11Sri Lanka 12

East AsiaChina 1,019Hong Kong 4Korea 49Mongolia 14Taiwan 27

Southeast Asia

Cambodia 40Indonesia 102Laos 9Malaysia 14Myanmar 21Philippines 19Singapore 1Thailand 25Vietnam 60

OceaniaAustralia 1

North America

USA 5

Central America

Costa Rica 2Honduras 1Mexico 3

South America

Brazil 3Chile 1Colombia 4Peru 3

* We have established consultation service systems for international students,��to ensure that they can enjoy learning with peace of mind at Hiroshima University.

Ne tworks and Ove r sea s Base s L ink ing t o t he Wor ld

Hiroshima University has concluded international inter-university agreements with 342 institutes in 54 countries/regions around the world, and inter-departmental international exchange agreements with 361 institutes in 51 countries/regions. (As of May 1, 2021)

We contribute to the development of globally capable human resources in collaboration with INU (the International Network of Universities) member universities.

Hiroshima University has established 23 international bases in 15 countries and regions - Brazil, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Germany, Indonesia, Kenya, Korea, Lithuania, Mexico, Mongolia, Myanmar, Russia, Taiwan, and Vietnam. (As of May 1, 2021)

Hi rosh ima Un ive r s i t y by t he Number s (As o f May 1 , 2021 )

Facilities etc.Total Area of Hiroshima University (As of April 1, 2021) Approximately 314 haArea of the Higashi-Hiroshima Campus (As of April 1, 2021) Approximately 249 haNumber of Cafeterias and Cafe Facilities 11Number of Stores 13Number of Hiroshima University Hospital Medical Department Outpatients in FY2020 520,274Income and Expenditure for FY in 2020 Income: approximately 84.7 billion yen

Expenditure: approximately 79.3 billion yen

EducationUndergraduate Students 10,605Graduate Students 4,435Special Course Students 16Research Students/Non-Degree Students 533Attached School Students 3,761Total Number of Graduates (Undergraduate) (As of March 2021) 144,231Executive Board Members 11Academic Faculty Members 1,872Non-Academic Staff Members 1,779Library Collection (As of April 1, 2021) Approximately 3.46 million booksAnnual Library Users in FY2020 Approximately 0.41 million

InternationalizationInternational Students 1,650

International Exchange Agreements (University-level)

54 countries/regions342 organizations381 agreements

International Exchange Agreements (Department-level)

51 countries/regions361 organizations399 agreements

University of World-wide Repute and Splendor for Years into the Future

Hiroshima University was established in 1874 as Hakushima School, but after various transitions, it was combined with eight other schools and re-established in 1949 as the new Hiroshima University in Higashi-Senda-Cho, Hiroshima City. Hiroshima University has developed along with Hiroshima City, recovering like a phoenix after having suffered the first atomic bomb attack in human history. Based on its founding principle of “a single unified university, free and pursuing peace” and its five guiding principles, Hiroshima University is committed to promoting advanced scientific research that benefits the future of humankind while fostering excellent individuals. Leveraging the outcomes of such efforts, the University continues to contribute to the global community, thereby fulfilling its mission as a “base of knowledge creation.”Comprising 12 schools, 4 graduate schools, an attached research institute, a university hospital, and 11 attached schools, we are one of the largest and most comprehensive universities in Japan. Accordingly, Hiroshima University is academically diverse and an ideal place for meeting people from various backgrounds and for nurturing a global perspective toward global peace.Hiroshima University is determined to “Aspire to be a university that lets students grow, a university with a strong global presence”.

Search for “Profiles of Faculty and Research Scholars”The “Profiles of Faculty and Research Scholars” contains information about the field specializations, research activities and subjects taught by over 1,800 academic faculty members at Hiroshima University. You can search by name and keyword.

O n-c a m p us In t e r na t i on a l E xchan ge― Supporting the coexistence of different cultures―

Student Supporter System for International StudentsHiroshima University has a student supporter system, in which a number of registered students assist newly-enrolled international students in terms of settling in smoothly and admission procedures.

International LuncheonInternational students and Japanese students share their daily lives to improve mutual understanding of different cultures at lunch time.

International Exchange EventsVarious events are held to deepen exchange between international and Japanese students.

Network of International Exchange (NOIE)Students who have registered in this program are provided with a variety of information regarding international exchange activities, including international exchange events held inside and outside the University.

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A dm is s ion Po l i cyHiroshima University nurtures individuals willing to take up challenges and commit to action. Our institution also strives to develop creative individuals who can think and judge for themselves and express their thoughts and opinions in an effective way.

Hiroshima University hopes to admit students with the following qualities:

◆�Students who have a well-rounded personality and wish to contribute to peace◆Students interested in the pursuit, creation and development of knowledge◆�Students who desire to obtain specialized knowledge and skills, thereby

contributing to society◆�Students who want to learn about various cultures and values, thereby

playing active roles in local and international communities

International Luncheon

Cherry-blossom Viewing Event

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