Japan Advanced Institute ofScience and Technology

G r a d u a t e S c h o o l o f A d v a n c e d S c i e n c e a n d T e c h n o l o g y

National University Corporation

Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology 1-1 Asahidai, Nomi, Ishikawa, 923-1292 JapanE-mail : nyugaku@jaist.ac.jphttps://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/

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Welcome to JAIST The Mission and Goals of JAIST

The Goals of JAIST

The Mission of JAISTJAIST endeavors to foster leaders capable of contributing to the making of a future world by creation of science and technology, through its most advanced education and research in an ideal academic environment.

JAIST develops leaders in society or industry who hold credible expertise in the frontier science and technology, broad perspectives, high level of autonomy and communication ability, through its systematic advanced graduate education.

JAIST, to contribute to societies with research outcomes, creates a center of excel lence for advancement of researches for solving problems of our world and society and develops new fields through a variety of basic researches.

JAIST fosters active global human resources by promoting faculty and student exchanges with leading institutes overseas and globalizing its education and research.

The Mission and Goals of JAISTPresident's Message9 AreasGlobal ReachEducation SystemResearch EnvironmentStudent LifeAdmissionsAccess Map

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Welcome to JAIST The Mission and Goals of JAIST

The Goals of JAIST

The Mission of JAISTJAIST endeavors to foster leaders capable of contributing to the making of a future world by creation of science and technology, through its most advanced education and research in an ideal academic environment.

JAIST develops leaders in society or industry who hold credible expertise in the frontier science and technology, broad perspectives, high level of autonomy and communication ability, through its systematic advanced graduate education.

JAIST, to contribute to societies with research outcomes, creates a center of excel lence for advancement of researches for solving problems of our world and society and develops new fields through a variety of basic researches.

JAIST fosters active global human resources by promoting faculty and student exchanges with leading institutes overseas and globalizing its education and research.

The Mission and Goals of JAISTPresident's Message9 AreasGlobal ReachEducation SystemResearch EnvironmentStudent LifeAdmissionsAccess Map

010204060810121617

C O N T E N T S

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A b o u t J A I S T

F i r s t I n d e p e n d e n t N a t i o n a l G r a d u a t e U n i v e r s i t y w i t h o u t U n d e r g r a d u a t e D i v i s i o n

P r e s i d e n t ' s M e s s a g e

The Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, called JAIST, is the first specialized g r a d u a t e s c h o o l i n J a p a n w i t h i t s o w n independent campus. We were founded in 1990 to lead the way in developing graduate education in Japan.

In 2015, we celebrated the 25th anniversary of our founding, and we take pride in our many talented graduates.

The purpose of our Institute is to advance basic research in a variety of disciplines, through the work of our graduates, not only as researchers in academic environments, but also through their work as engineers in companies, at the creative edge of research and development.

JAIST has designed its systematic curriculum to foster the variety of skills necessary for leaders in technology: a thorough knowledge of a specialized field, with a deep awareness of its relation to broader i ssues , the ab i l i t y to d iscover and formulate problems, and then to solve them, and the English language communication skills to take an active role in our global society.

Also, the well-being of our students is of great importance to us, and we have developed a system of both work opportunities, such as TA and RA positions, and scholarship funding, so that students can concentrate fully on their studies. We o f fe r on -campus hous ing , to p rov ide a conven ient l i fes ty le , as we l l as a top - leve l research environment.

In all these ways, we are opening our doors wide, to welcome young scientists and engineers ready for new challenges.Explore your potential at JAIST!

JAIST was founded in October 1990 as the first independent national graduate school, to carry out graduate education based on research at the highest level in advanced science and technology. JAIST aims at establishing an ideal model of graduate education for Japan. JAIST was incorporated as a National University Corporation in April 2004.

A d m i s s i o n C r i t e r i a f o r P e o p l e w i t h D i v e r s e B a c k g r o u n d s

In our admission decisions we place the most significant weight on the motivation of the student as demonstrated in the personal interview. JAIST admits highly motivated students, including advanced undergraduate students (who have completed at least three years of undergraduate study), professionals, and international students, regardless of undergraduate specialization.

S y s t e m a t i c G r a d u a t e E d u c a t i o n

JAIST educates students through a carefully and systematically designed coursework-oriented curriculum, which gives students a solid foundation for their advanced research. This is different from the traditional Japanese style of graduate education, where students are trained mainly in their narrow research domains.

O u t s t a n d i n g F a c u l t y

Our faculty members are world-class researchers. We recruit professionals with outstanding achievements at the leading edge of science and technology. They come from all over the world, from other universities, and from top industrial research and development institutions.

C o l l a b o r a t i o n w i t h S o c i e t y a n d I n d u s t r y

JAIST works closely with the regional community, as well as industries worldwide, by promoting collaborative research and accepting commissioned research. We use various modes of cooperation including visiting faculty chairs, endowed chairs, and laboratories operated jointly with other institutions.

D e v e l o p m e n t o f H u m a n R e s o u r c e s f o r S o c i e t y

We train our students in a specialized field combined with interdisciplinary knowledge of related disciplines. Through our educational program students gain thorough understanding of fundamentals, and develop problem-solving skills.

Pres i den t

T e t suo Asano , Ph .D .

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A b o u t J A I S T

F i r s t I n d e p e n d e n t N a t i o n a l G r a d u a t e U n i v e r s i t y w i t h o u t U n d e r g r a d u a t e D i v i s i o n

P r e s i d e n t ' s M e s s a g e

The Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology, called JAIST, is the first specialized g r a d u a t e s c h o o l i n J a p a n w i t h i t s o w n independent campus. We were founded in 1990 to lead the way in developing graduate education in Japan.

In 2015, we celebrated the 25th anniversary of our founding, and we take pride in our many talented graduates.

The purpose of our Institute is to advance basic research in a variety of disciplines, through the work of our graduates, not only as researchers in academic environments, but also through their work as engineers in companies, at the creative edge of research and development.

JAIST has designed its systematic curriculum to foster the variety of skills necessary for leaders in technology: a thorough knowledge of a specialized field, with a deep awareness of its relation to broader i ssues , the ab i l i t y to d iscover and formulate problems, and then to solve them, and the English language communication skills to take an active role in our global society.

Also, the well-being of our students is of great importance to us, and we have developed a system of both work opportunities, such as TA and RA positions, and scholarship funding, so that students can concentrate fully on their studies. We o f fe r on -campus hous ing , to p rov ide a conven ient l i fes ty le , as we l l as a top - leve l research environment.

In all these ways, we are opening our doors wide, to welcome young scientists and engineers ready for new challenges.Explore your potential at JAIST!

JAIST was founded in October 1990 as the first independent national graduate school, to carry out graduate education based on research at the highest level in advanced science and technology. JAIST aims at establishing an ideal model of graduate education for Japan. JAIST was incorporated as a National University Corporation in April 2004.

A d m i s s i o n C r i t e r i a f o r P e o p l e w i t h D i v e r s e B a c k g r o u n d s

In our admission decisions we place the most significant weight on the motivation of the student as demonstrated in the personal interview. JAIST admits highly motivated students, including advanced undergraduate students (who have completed at least three years of undergraduate study), professionals, and international students, regardless of undergraduate specialization.

S y s t e m a t i c G r a d u a t e E d u c a t i o n

JAIST educates students through a carefully and systematically designed coursework-oriented curriculum, which gives students a solid foundation for their advanced research. This is different from the traditional Japanese style of graduate education, where students are trained mainly in their narrow research domains.

O u t s t a n d i n g F a c u l t y

Our faculty members are world-class researchers. We recruit professionals with outstanding achievements at the leading edge of science and technology. They come from all over the world, from other universities, and from top industrial research and development institutions.

C o l l a b o r a t i o n w i t h S o c i e t y a n d I n d u s t r y

JAIST works closely with the regional community, as well as industries worldwide, by promoting collaborative research and accepting commissioned research. We use various modes of cooperation including visiting faculty chairs, endowed chairs, and laboratories operated jointly with other institutions.

D e v e l o p m e n t o f H u m a n R e s o u r c e s f o r S o c i e t y

We train our students in a specialized field combined with interdisciplinary knowledge of related disciplines. Through our educational program students gain thorough understanding of fundamentals, and develop problem-solving skills.

Pres i den t

T e t suo Asano , Ph .D .

0302

9 Areas

Bioscience and BiotechnologyExploration and application of biological functions through analysis, engineering, and organization of biomolecules

Living organisms exhibit a variety of biological functions derived from various biomolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, lipid membranes, and sugar chains. In this area, we investigate biological functions of these biomolecules in molecular and cellular levels and design and synthesis of novel artificial biomolecules and biomolecular systems through utilization of unique biotechnologies that have been developed in JAIST. We also contribute to society with collaboration with industry in medical and environmental fields by applying our innovative biotechnologies including biodevice and biosensing technologies.

Applied PhysicsOpening up the future of materials science by approaches of applied physics and engineering by exploring and making full use of nanoscience and nanotechnology

Our mission is to develop nanotechnology based on the science of atoms and molecules by seeking and acquiring the wisdom and skill in applied physics. We explore unprecedented technologies towards realization of ubiquitous devices, quantum devices, micro- and nano-machines, atom and molecule manipulators, and so on, which will provide rapid progress in building infrastructures for the future society. We contribute to solving the environmental and energy issues and supporting the safe, reliable and sustainable human society, by using the innovative technologies. Offering rich experience in cutting-edge nanoscience and nanotechnology, we educate our students to become challenging materials scientists capable of figuring out the essential cores of various issues through their ability to think from the perspective of physics.

Intel l igent RoboticsThe interdiscipl inary study of perception-action robot and logical ly intel l igent agent

The humanoid robot is one of the ultimate goals of computer science. The robots are expected to support our daily lives, including disaster relief and care for aged people, where they are supposed to behave with enough intelligence as well as mechanically smooth body movement. This area covers these two aspects of intelligence and robotics, that is, we aim at building an autonomous cognitive agent with independent knowledge and inference mechanism based on advanced software engineering, as well as on mechanical/control engineering. The area includes the study of robot as a unit of perception/action cycle, mathematical logic as a foundation of inference, distributive/parallel system, software verification, and techniques for agent communication. Thus, we contribute through our interdisciplinary efforts to the further development of our society.

Security and NetworksThe basic technology education and research of ICT systems that support the development of advanced information society and science and technology

Computer systems and networks have become increasingly important to our modern life. These information and communications technologies, or ICT, are the foundation that enables apps on our smartphones, that provide information security, that allow our mobile devices to connect wirelessly to the cloud. In the future, this trend is clearly increasing as "smart technologies" combine to form the Internet of Things. In addition, ICT investment has a close relationship to corporate performance, and has become a key driver of national growth strategy. The Security and Networks Research Area at JAIST performs research and graduate education on the fundamentals of ICT systems, to make wide-ranging contributions to industry, standardization activities and governmental policy making.

Knowledge ManagementInterdisciplinary educational and research area for innovation design based on Knowledge Science

Human knowledge, distinct from money, lands, or natural resources, is the most precious managerial resource in the global society, where people and machines are connected rapidly and seamlessly by the IoT (Internet of Things). JAIST initiated the establishment of the field of "Knowledge Science" in the world, preceding the coming of a "knowledge society". We are studying knowledge creation in the extent of individuals, organizations, and societies, by combining humanities and sciences. Our fundamental questions are "What is knowledge?", "How is knowledge created?", and "How should knowledge be utilized?" We are fostering young students and working professionals who will be able to contribute to social development by solving social problems through technological/regional innovations.

Human Life DesignDesigning a high Quality of Life (QoL) with harmonious collaboration between human and machine by fusing human information processing and knowledge science

Human Life Design Area aims to create a gentle, attractive and harmonious "way of life" and "society".Toward this goal, we(1) Acquire the fundamental knowledge about the biological characteristics such as mental, cognitive and physical of human on the

basis of the study such as psychology, physiology, brain science, cognitive science, and so on.(2) Research and develop elemental and applied technologies to support and extend the various activities of individuals and groups,

based on the knowledge about the biological characteristics of human, and also considering sociality of a human being.(3) Design a new ways of life and scene of social system (human life) under the complex relationships and interactions between

human-human or human-object, by fusing those findings and technologies.Through these three research activities, we realize an innovation for QoL improvement, and pursue materialization of a rich and fulfilling human society and knowledge creation.

Materials ChemistryContributing to the creation of novel functional materials based on designing the basic structure from the perspective of chemistry

This area focuses on the design of novel functional and high-performance materials through basic and applied chemistry with the aid of advanced characterization facilities. We contribute to society by proposing innovative chemical products and fabrication processes to industries, necessary for the enriched sustainable society. Moreover, we aim to foster future researchers and technical experts who have the ability to develop new materials on the basis of design at the atomic and molecular levels with advanced knowledge of chemistry.

Energy and EnvironmentLearning and putting state-of-the-art sciences/technologies into practice to contribute to solving energy and environmental issues and realiz ing sustainable future societies

We tackle global energy and environmental issues and contribute to realizing sustainable and symbiotic societies in the future by using four primary areas of our scientific/technological expertise integrated with state-of-the-art technology in knowledge sciences: 1) Creation of new materials for renewable energy to be used in innovative methods such as a liquid process and researches of renewable energy material-device technologies applied for solar cells and thermoelectric conversion devices, 2) Elemental chemistry- & biofunction-based technology for the establishment of sustainable society focusing on development of high thermomechanical performance plastics, 3) Advanced environmental sensors based on nano-electro-mechanical (NEM) devices and zero-power & functional system integration technology, and 4) Materials-Informatics based on Data Mining and Quantum Simulations.

Entertainment TechnologyEstab l i shment o f we l l -deve loped soc ie ty where peop le can en joy de l i gh t fu l l ea rn ing and l i v i ng by app ly ing a w ide va r i e ty o f i n fo rmat ion techno logy/A I techno logy

Information technology is essential for convenient and trustworthy society. To further develop the society for people to enjoy delightful learning and living, this area aims at establishing a better relationship between people and computer by making the most use of a wide variety of technology of artificial intelligence and human information processing. Its research interests include game AI for entertainment, system or game AI that can support human's learning, standard criterion to measure pleasure or difficulty of a game or puzzle, sophisticated natural language processing and image processing for interaction with human. Thus, we contribute our interdisciplinary efforts to the development of a delightful society.

The Graduate School of Advanced Science and Technology is composed of the following nine areas.

Refer to the following website for Faculty Profiles.http://www.jaist.ac.jp/profiles/index_e.php

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9 Areas

Bioscience and BiotechnologyExploration and application of biological functions through analysis, engineering, and organization of biomolecules

Living organisms exhibit a variety of biological functions derived from various biomolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, lipid membranes, and sugar chains. In this area, we investigate biological functions of these biomolecules in molecular and cellular levels and design and synthesis of novel artificial biomolecules and biomolecular systems through utilization of unique biotechnologies that have been developed in JAIST. We also contribute to society with collaboration with industry in medical and environmental fields by applying our innovative biotechnologies including biodevice and biosensing technologies.

Applied PhysicsOpening up the future of materials science by approaches of applied physics and engineering by exploring and making full use of nanoscience and nanotechnology

Our mission is to develop nanotechnology based on the science of atoms and molecules by seeking and acquiring the wisdom and skill in applied physics. We explore unprecedented technologies towards realization of ubiquitous devices, quantum devices, micro- and nano-machines, atom and molecule manipulators, and so on, which will provide rapid progress in building infrastructures for the future society. We contribute to solving the environmental and energy issues and supporting the safe, reliable and sustainable human society, by using the innovative technologies. Offering rich experience in cutting-edge nanoscience and nanotechnology, we educate our students to become challenging materials scientists capable of figuring out the essential cores of various issues through their ability to think from the perspective of physics.

Intel l igent RoboticsThe interdiscipl inary study of perception-action robot and logical ly intel l igent agent

The humanoid robot is one of the ultimate goals of computer science. The robots are expected to support our daily lives, including disaster relief and care for aged people, where they are supposed to behave with enough intelligence as well as mechanically smooth body movement. This area covers these two aspects of intelligence and robotics, that is, we aim at building an autonomous cognitive agent with independent knowledge and inference mechanism based on advanced software engineering, as well as on mechanical/control engineering. The area includes the study of robot as a unit of perception/action cycle, mathematical logic as a foundation of inference, distributive/parallel system, software verification, and techniques for agent communication. Thus, we contribute through our interdisciplinary efforts to the further development of our society.

Security and NetworksThe basic technology education and research of ICT systems that support the development of advanced information society and science and technology

Computer systems and networks have become increasingly important to our modern life. These information and communications technologies, or ICT, are the foundation that enables apps on our smartphones, that provide information security, that allow our mobile devices to connect wirelessly to the cloud. In the future, this trend is clearly increasing as "smart technologies" combine to form the Internet of Things. In addition, ICT investment has a close relationship to corporate performance, and has become a key driver of national growth strategy. The Security and Networks Research Area at JAIST performs research and graduate education on the fundamentals of ICT systems, to make wide-ranging contributions to industry, standardization activities and governmental policy making.

Knowledge ManagementInterdisciplinary educational and research area for innovation design based on Knowledge Science

Human knowledge, distinct from money, lands, or natural resources, is the most precious managerial resource in the global society, where people and machines are connected rapidly and seamlessly by the IoT (Internet of Things). JAIST initiated the establishment of the field of "Knowledge Science" in the world, preceding the coming of a "knowledge society". We are studying knowledge creation in the extent of individuals, organizations, and societies, by combining humanities and sciences. Our fundamental questions are "What is knowledge?", "How is knowledge created?", and "How should knowledge be utilized?" We are fostering young students and working professionals who will be able to contribute to social development by solving social problems through technological/regional innovations.

Human Life DesignDesigning a high Quality of Life (QoL) with harmonious collaboration between human and machine by fusing human information processing and knowledge science

Human Life Design Area aims to create a gentle, attractive and harmonious "way of life" and "society".Toward this goal, we(1) Acquire the fundamental knowledge about the biological characteristics such as mental, cognitive and physical of human on the

basis of the study such as psychology, physiology, brain science, cognitive science, and so on.(2) Research and develop elemental and applied technologies to support and extend the various activities of individuals and groups,

based on the knowledge about the biological characteristics of human, and also considering sociality of a human being.(3) Design a new ways of life and scene of social system (human life) under the complex relationships and interactions between

human-human or human-object, by fusing those findings and technologies.Through these three research activities, we realize an innovation for QoL improvement, and pursue materialization of a rich and fulfilling human society and knowledge creation.

Materials ChemistryContributing to the creation of novel functional materials based on designing the basic structure from the perspective of chemistry

This area focuses on the design of novel functional and high-performance materials through basic and applied chemistry with the aid of advanced characterization facilities. We contribute to society by proposing innovative chemical products and fabrication processes to industries, necessary for the enriched sustainable society. Moreover, we aim to foster future researchers and technical experts who have the ability to develop new materials on the basis of design at the atomic and molecular levels with advanced knowledge of chemistry.

Energy and EnvironmentLearning and putting state-of-the-art sciences/technologies into practice to contribute to solving energy and environmental issues and realiz ing sustainable future societies

We tackle global energy and environmental issues and contribute to realizing sustainable and symbiotic societies in the future by using four primary areas of our scientific/technological expertise integrated with state-of-the-art technology in knowledge sciences: 1) Creation of new materials for renewable energy to be used in innovative methods such as a liquid process and researches of renewable energy material-device technologies applied for solar cells and thermoelectric conversion devices, 2) Elemental chemistry- & biofunction-based technology for the establishment of sustainable society focusing on development of high thermomechanical performance plastics, 3) Advanced environmental sensors based on nano-electro-mechanical (NEM) devices and zero-power & functional system integration technology, and 4) Materials-Informatics based on Data Mining and Quantum Simulations.

Entertainment TechnologyEstab l i shment o f we l l -deve loped soc ie ty where peop le can en joy de l i gh t fu l l ea rn ing and l i v i ng by app ly ing a w ide va r i e ty o f i n fo rmat ion techno logy/A I techno logy

Information technology is essential for convenient and trustworthy society. To further develop the society for people to enjoy delightful learning and living, this area aims at establishing a better relationship between people and computer by making the most use of a wide variety of technology of artificial intelligence and human information processing. Its research interests include game AI for entertainment, system or game AI that can support human's learning, standard criterion to measure pleasure or difficulty of a game or puzzle, sophisticated natural language processing and image processing for interaction with human. Thus, we contribute our interdisciplinary efforts to the development of a delightful society.

The Graduate School of Advanced Science and Technology is composed of the following nine areas.

Refer to the following website for Faculty Profiles.http://www.jaist.ac.jp/profiles/index_e.php

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Academic Collaborations

Number of Students at JAIST

JAIST has concluded academic exchange agreements with 117 institutions in 31 foreign countries (as of April 1, 2016) aiming at actively promoting exchanges of researchers and research collaborations worldwide.

JAIST has promoted education programs in collaboration with renowned foreign academic institutes. Taking advantage of educational opportunities both at JAIST and the partner institutes helps students to obtain an international perspective and develop skills and abilities necessary to take active roles in the global society.To seek for an ideal education system in the global era, JAIST has been operating several “Collaborative Education Program” with the leading institutes in Europe and Asia. One of the key achievements is the “Collaborative Education and Research Co-supervision Program” with the University of Southampton in UK.

Collaborative Education Program

JAIST offers a fundamentally bilingual environment. 41% of the students and 19% of the faculty members are from abroad. English is the instruction language of all the doctoral courses and most of the master’s courses so that students can obtain their degree without a command of Japanese language. All the important e-mail communication on campus is also available in English. The Global Communication Center at JAIST secures the bilingual environment with solid English and Japanese language education programs.

Bilingual Environment

JAIST holds international symposiums to share our great achievements with the world. Through the symposiums, JAIST aims at promoting discussion on the research and encouraging students to learn more about global sense.

International Symposium

Higher educat ional inst i tutes today have to f ind a creat ive and pract ical way to contr ibute a global i zed society. JAIST has been con t inuous l y p romot ing i n te rna t i ona l e xchanges and co l l abo ra t i ons i n the f i e l d s o f advanced sc i ence and t echno logy , and contr ibuting to the society by educating students with the highest level of faculty and faci l i t ies to make them leading scientists or engineers indispensable for the future society.

Middle East

1

Asia69

Oceania 2

Europe38

North America

South America

5

2

Global Reach

ChinaVietnamThailandIndiaBangladeshMongoliaIndonesiaFranceMalaysiaPakistanMexicoTaiwanKoreaEgyptUSAUKGreeceGermanyBrazilMyanmarItalyCambodiaKenyaSyriaSlovakiaSwazilandTanzaniaTunisiaNigeriaNepalFijiLaosSouth AfricaTotal

72182

351

4

1

1

1108

47111

2

1

1

18

10325

1

1

1

1

24

292

23

1

1

38

115

1716

112

1

45

3

1

1

5

22263

2

1

2

1

1

1

1

60

13121813

3

1

2

21

1

11

11

11

63

1

4

1

1

1

8

74

72

1

1

22

349

209

1

11

48

1

1

211

6

1305057982

3

241

2

1

11

11

228

3128452319

51332

33

1

12

11

11

174

11325

5

5

2

2121

1

1

11

43

1728152352813766544432222221111111111111

445

38.718.211.77.96.32.91.61.31.31.10.90.90.90.70.50.50.50.50.50.50.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.2

100.0

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

Master’s Program

282

282

90

90

274

18

22

10

324

DoctoralProgram

Doctoral Program

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

School ofKnowledge Science

School ofKnowledge Science

Graduate School ofAdvanced Science and Technology

Graduate School ofAdvanced Science and Technology

School ofInformation Science

School ofInformation Science

School ofMaterials Science

School ofMaterials Science

Total

Total %

(As of May 1, 2016)

(As of May 1, 2016)

CountryRegion

International Students (Including research students)

Total Number of Students

Total

TotalTotalTotal

(46)

(8)

(3)

(4)

(61)

[108]

[11]

[16]

[8]

[143]

117

136

73

326

(27)

(11)

(14)

(52)

[27]

[44]

[14]

[85]

66

61

36

163

(19)

(4)

(10)

(33)

[28]

[27]

[21]

[76]

19

34

29

82

(6)

(3)

(10)

(19)

[10]

[21]

[17]

[48]

274

135

158

83

650

(46)

(35)

(14)

(18)

(113)

[108]

[38]

[60]

[22]

[228]

40

16

19

11

86

(4)

(5)

(5)

(5)

(19)

[18]

[7]

[15]

[10]

[50]

314

236

272

159

981

(50)

(65)

(26)

(43)

(184)

[126]

[83]

[123]

[70]

[402]

40

101

114

76

331

(4)

(30)

(12)

(25)

(71)

[18]

[45]

[63]

[48]

[174]

1st year 2nd yearCapacity ofAdmission 1st year 2nd year 3rd yearCapacity of

Admission

( ) shows the number of female students within the total. [ ] shows the number of students from abroad within the total.

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Academic Collaborations

Number of Students at JAIST

JAIST has concluded academic exchange agreements with 117 institutions in 31 foreign countries (as of April 1, 2016) aiming at actively promoting exchanges of researchers and research collaborations worldwide.

JAIST has promoted education programs in collaboration with renowned foreign academic institutes. Taking advantage of educational opportunities both at JAIST and the partner institutes helps students to obtain an international perspective and develop skills and abilities necessary to take active roles in the global society.To seek for an ideal education system in the global era, JAIST has been operating several “Collaborative Education Program” with the leading institutes in Europe and Asia. One of the key achievements is the “Collaborative Education and Research Co-supervision Program” with the University of Southampton in UK.

Collaborative Education Program

JAIST offers a fundamentally bilingual environment. 41% of the students and 19% of the faculty members are from abroad. English is the instruction language of all the doctoral courses and most of the master’s courses so that students can obtain their degree without a command of Japanese language. All the important e-mail communication on campus is also available in English. The Global Communication Center at JAIST secures the bilingual environment with solid English and Japanese language education programs.

Bilingual Environment

JAIST holds international symposiums to share our great achievements with the world. Through the symposiums, JAIST aims at promoting discussion on the research and encouraging students to learn more about global sense.

International Symposium

Higher educat ional inst i tutes today have to f ind a creat ive and pract ical way to contr ibute a global i zed society. JAIST has been con t inuous l y p romot ing i n te rna t i ona l e xchanges and co l l abo ra t i ons i n the f i e l d s o f advanced sc i ence and t echno logy , and contr ibuting to the society by educating students with the highest level of faculty and faci l i t ies to make them leading scientists or engineers indispensable for the future society.

Middle East

1

Asia69

Oceania 2

Europe38

North America

South America

5

2

Global Reach

ChinaVietnamThailandIndiaBangladeshMongoliaIndonesiaFranceMalaysiaPakistanMexicoTaiwanKoreaEgyptUSAUKGreeceGermanyBrazilMyanmarItalyCambodiaKenyaSyriaSlovakiaSwazilandTanzaniaTunisiaNigeriaNepalFijiLaosSouth AfricaTotal

72182

351

4

1

1

1108

47111

2

1

1

18

10325

1

1

1

1

24

292

23

1

1

38

115

1716

112

1

45

3

1

1

5

22263

2

1

2

1

1

1

1

60

13121813

3

1

2

21

1

11

11

11

63

1

4

1

1

1

8

74

72

1

1

22

349

209

1

11

48

1

1

211

6

1305057982

3

241

2

1

11

11

228

3128452319

51332

33

1

12

11

11

174

11325

5

5

2

2121

1

1

11

43

1728152352813766544432222221111111111111

445

38.718.211.77.96.32.91.61.31.31.10.90.90.90.70.50.50.50.50.50.50.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.20.2

100.0

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

Master’s Program

282

282

90

90

274

18

22

10

324

DoctoralProgram

Doctoral Program

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

Master’sProgram

DoctoralProgram

ResearchStudents

School ofKnowledge Science

School ofKnowledge Science

Graduate School ofAdvanced Science and Technology

Graduate School ofAdvanced Science and Technology

School ofInformation Science

School ofInformation Science

School ofMaterials Science

School ofMaterials Science

Total

Total %

(As of May 1, 2016)

(As of May 1, 2016)

CountryRegion

International Students (Including research students)

Total Number of Students

Total

TotalTotalTotal

(46)

(8)

(3)

(4)

(61)

[108]

[11]

[16]

[8]

[143]

117

136

73

326

(27)

(11)

(14)

(52)

[27]

[44]

[14]

[85]

66

61

36

163

(19)

(4)

(10)

(33)

[28]

[27]

[21]

[76]

19

34

29

82

(6)

(3)

(10)

(19)

[10]

[21]

[17]

[48]

274

135

158

83

650

(46)

(35)

(14)

(18)

(113)

[108]

[38]

[60]

[22]

[228]

40

16

19

11

86

(4)

(5)

(5)

(5)

(19)

[18]

[7]

[15]

[10]

[50]

314

236

272

159

981

(50)

(65)

(26)

(43)

(184)

[126]

[83]

[123]

[70]

[402]

40

101

114

76

331

(4)

(30)

(12)

(25)

(71)

[18]

[45]

[63]

[48]

[174]

1st year 2nd yearCapacity ofAdmission 1st year 2nd year 3rd yearCapacity of

Admission

( ) shows the number of female students within the total. [ ] shows the number of students from abroad within the total.

0706

Education SystemJAIST is commit ted to educat ing and t ra in ing wor ld-c lass “ inte l lectua l l y tough” sc ient is ts and engineers by accept ing a wide range of enthusiastic international and adult students regardless of their undergraduate major.

Features of JAIST’ s Education SystemDevelopment of intellectually tough human resources through systematic course offerings and research guidance

JAIST’s education system develops creative future leaderswho can open new frontiers in science and technology

Educational Programs to Satisfy a Variety of Study PurposesJAIST provides various educational programs intended to help students achieve their personal, academic and professional goals. JAIST also provides support working professionals.

Advanced CurriculumJAIST's curriculum, which is based on the university's mission statement, is designed to help students systematically progress from the basics of knowledge science to its cutting-edge frontiers while acquiring fundamental academic skills that will enable them to make significant contributions to the development of state-of-the-art technologies and the resolution of current and future problems faced by society.

Since 1990 JAIST has adopted a quarter system which enables students to complete courses effectively in a short period of time. Lectures are offered mainly in the mornings, with office hours, faculty tutorials and liberal arts classes offered in the afternoons. JAIST sets the time of enrollment twice a year in April and October. The class curriculum is also adapted to the students enrolled in October.

Systems for the Quality Assurance in Education

Effective Learning

Three advisors (a supervisor, a second supervisor, and an advisor for the minor research project or internship) are assigned to each student and provide guidance and advice on student’s study and research and on general academic activities.

Multiple Advisor System

It is possible to fulfill degree requirements for both the Master’s and Doctoral program by taking courses in English.

Taking Courses Offered in English

In addition to a major research project (for Master’s Thesis or Research Project/Doctoral Dissertation), students must conduct a minor research project to acquire knowledge in relevant fields. These multifaceted research activities enable students to conduct research with a broader viewpoint and develop adaptive and applied skills to prepare for various challenges. Students may also select internship program as an alternative plan for minor research project.

Multifaceted Research Activities through Minor and Major Research Projects

Supervisory and Effective Learning System

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DegreeAssessment

Master(Knowledge

Science)

Master(Information

Science)

Master(MaterialsScience)

Master

GlobalCommunication

Courses

GlobalLiberal Arts

Courses

IntroductoryCourses

BasicCourses

IntermediateCourses

AdvancedCourses

TechnicalCourses

Conferment of degree forsociety/industry-orientedadvanced achievement

Doctor

Leaders of Societyand Industry

Enhancement ofsocial competencies Enhancement of Creativity

Know

ledge

/Infor

matio

n/Ma

terial

s Area

s

Doctoral ProgramFormal assignmentTemporary assignment

Master’sthesis

URA Guidance

Minor ResearchProject

Internship

Research abroad

Human Life Design

Knowledge Management

Security and Networks

Intelligent Robotics

Entertainment Technology

Energy and Environment

Materials Chemistry

Applied Physics

Bioscience and Biotechnology

SD Program

Possible to enterthe doctoralprogram

5 years

5D Program

D P

rogr

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Pro

gram

3DProgram

M Program

Mα Program

Type SType E

Type SType E

SDProgram

5DProgram

3DProgram

MProgram

MαProgram

This program is designed to identify students with top-level abilities at an early stage and to train scientists who can tackle new research challenges and open up new fields from a global perspective through a consistent doctoral education.

This program provides a five-year doctoral education through the master’s program and the doctoral program.

This program provides a three-year doctoral education in the doctoral program.

This educational program is designed to provide a master’s level education for 2 years in the master’s program to train practical specialist engineers who can play a leading role in companies or other areas based on specialist knowledge and technology.

This educational program is designed to provide a master’s level education in the same way as the M program for between 2 and 3 years, aimed at those students who wish to learn properly from the basics or who have changed their major since obtaining their bachelor’s degree.

All the students takethe course of "Innovation Education"during the temporaryassignment period

Major Research Project

Off-Campus Assignment(Research Abroad, etc)Minor research project

The Study Plan/Record between students and the supervisors helps review student’ s academic work.Preparation of a detailed research plan leads to successful program completion.Clarifying course goals, viewpoints of evaluation, evaluation methods and evaluation criteria for all courses is to securethe objectivity and rigidity of the grade assessment.

Career type (5D and 3D Program)Type S (Scientist) : Students who plan to be a researcher in advanced science and technologyType E (Engineer) : Students who plan to be an engineer in a business enterprise

Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar.

Student

Supervisor SecondSupervisor

Advisor for theMinor Research

Project / Internship

0908

Education SystemJAIST is commit ted to educat ing and t ra in ing wor ld-c lass “ inte l lectua l l y tough” sc ient is ts and engineers by accept ing a wide range of enthusiastic international and adult students regardless of their undergraduate major.

Features of JAIST’ s Education SystemDevelopment of intellectually tough human resources through systematic course offerings and research guidance

JAIST’s education system develops creative future leaderswho can open new frontiers in science and technology

Educational Programs to Satisfy a Variety of Study PurposesJAIST provides various educational programs intended to help students achieve their personal, academic and professional goals. JAIST also provides support working professionals.

Advanced CurriculumJAIST's curriculum, which is based on the university's mission statement, is designed to help students systematically progress from the basics of knowledge science to its cutting-edge frontiers while acquiring fundamental academic skills that will enable them to make significant contributions to the development of state-of-the-art technologies and the resolution of current and future problems faced by society.

Since 1990 JAIST has adopted a quarter system which enables students to complete courses effectively in a short period of time. Lectures are offered mainly in the mornings, with office hours, faculty tutorials and liberal arts classes offered in the afternoons. JAIST sets the time of enrollment twice a year in April and October. The class curriculum is also adapted to the students enrolled in October.

Systems for the Quality Assurance in Education

Effective Learning

Three advisors (a supervisor, a second supervisor, and an advisor for the minor research project or internship) are assigned to each student and provide guidance and advice on student’s study and research and on general academic activities.

Multiple Advisor System

It is possible to fulfill degree requirements for both the Master’s and Doctoral program by taking courses in English.

Taking Courses Offered in English

In addition to a major research project (for Master’s Thesis or Research Project/Doctoral Dissertation), students must conduct a minor research project to acquire knowledge in relevant fields. These multifaceted research activities enable students to conduct research with a broader viewpoint and develop adaptive and applied skills to prepare for various challenges. Students may also select internship program as an alternative plan for minor research project.

Multifaceted Research Activities through Minor and Major Research Projects

Supervisory and Effective Learning System

Univ

ersi

ty-w

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stan

dard

ized

adm

issi

ons

DegreeAssessment

Master(Knowledge

Science)

Master(Information

Science)

Master(MaterialsScience)

Master

GlobalCommunication

Courses

GlobalLiberal Arts

Courses

IntroductoryCourses

BasicCourses

IntermediateCourses

AdvancedCourses

TechnicalCourses

Conferment of degree forsociety/industry-orientedadvanced achievement

Doctor

Leaders of Societyand Industry

Enhancement ofsocial competencies Enhancement of Creativity

Know

ledge

/Infor

matio

n/Ma

terial

s Area

s

Doctoral ProgramFormal assignmentTemporary assignment

Master’sthesis

URA Guidance

Minor ResearchProject

Internship

Research abroad

Human Life Design

Knowledge Management

Security and Networks

Intelligent Robotics

Entertainment Technology

Energy and Environment

Materials Chemistry

Applied Physics

Bioscience and Biotechnology

SD Program

Possible to enterthe doctoralprogram

5 years

5D Program

D P

rogr

amM

Pro

gram

3DProgram

M Program

Mα Program

Type SType E

Type SType E

SDProgram

5DProgram

3DProgram

MProgram

MαProgram

This program is designed to identify students with top-level abilities at an early stage and to train scientists who can tackle new research challenges and open up new fields from a global perspective through a consistent doctoral education.

This program provides a five-year doctoral education through the master’s program and the doctoral program.

This program provides a three-year doctoral education in the doctoral program.

This educational program is designed to provide a master’s level education for 2 years in the master’s program to train practical specialist engineers who can play a leading role in companies or other areas based on specialist knowledge and technology.

This educational program is designed to provide a master’s level education in the same way as the M program for between 2 and 3 years, aimed at those students who wish to learn properly from the basics or who have changed their major since obtaining their bachelor’s degree.

All the students takethe course of "Innovation Education"during the temporaryassignment period

Major Research Project

Off-Campus Assignment(Research Abroad, etc)Minor research project

The Study Plan/Record between students and the supervisors helps review student’ s academic work.Preparation of a detailed research plan leads to successful program completion.Clarifying course goals, viewpoints of evaluation, evaluation methods and evaluation criteria for all courses is to securethe objectivity and rigidity of the grade assessment.

Career type (5D and 3D Program)Type S (Scientist) : Students who plan to be a researcher in advanced science and technologyType E (Engineer) : Students who plan to be an engineer in a business enterprise

Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec. Jan. Feb. Mar.

TeTeT rm2-1 (1 (1 From Early Octoberto Early December)

TeTeT rm2-2 (From Early December to Early February)

TeTeT rm1-1 (From Early April toEarly June)

Summer Intensive(August, September)

Winter Intensive(February, March)

TeTeT rm1-2 (From Early June toLate July)

Student

Supervisor SecondSupervisor

Advisor for theMinor Research

Project / Internship

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Research Environment

Research (pink) and International Orientation (orange) were investigated basedon indicators shown on the right, and each got a high evaluation result.

Research

External research income

Research publications (size-normalised)

Art related output

Citation rate

Topcited publications

Interdisciplinary publications

Post-doc positions

International Orientation

Foreign language bachelor programs

Foreign language master programs

Student mobility

International academic sta�

International doctorate degrees

International joint publications

The evaluation result "Sunburst Chart" provided by U-Multirank

JAIST has been joining U-Multirank and got rated as a top class among higher education institutions around the world. In the field of Research and the field of International Orientation, main categories such as Research publications, Foreign language programs, and International doctorate degrees were at the highest rank. With regard to research related field, JAIST has been rated after the University of Tokyo among participating Japanese institutions.

JAIST has been rated as a top class advanced institution at U-Multirank:the university ranking sponsored by European Union (EU)

The library at JAIST is administered based on the three principles of “Electronic library”, “Open 24 hours a day” and “Research library”. We are confident that the quality of our library is appropriate for a graduate school in terms of accessibility and the contents of its collection.

We are promoting a digital system of academic materials. Users can use the online public access catalog, electronic journals and various databases of academic information through JAIST’s well-developed information network.

Library

To provide a reliable file storage environment, we are running high-speed, large-capacity file server systems in parallel. Through the high-speed campus network, researchers and students can utilize the information system from any computer at JAIST without changing their individual computer environment. Data backup is provided automatically by the systems, so each user can maintain their focus on research or study. Depending on the needs of users, they can select among a variety of file servers.

High-speed, large-volume storage systems

Other Laboratory Equipment

This device is a mass spectrometer that uses ion cyclotron resonance (ICR). In measurement, ionized samples are subjected to cyclotron motion in a high magnetic field, and confined within an ICR cell. Then, the resonance signal obtained by exposing them to a radio-wave pulse is Fourier transformed. This device produces a resolution from one to several hundred thousands, and its high sensitivity gives it the capacity to measure even pmol-fmol order samples.

Molecular mass spectrometer (FT-ICR-MS)

U-Multirank is a university ranking sponsored by European Union (EU), and led by a consortium which is supported by the Center for Higher Education (CHE) in Germany, the Center for Higher Education Policy Studies (CHEPS) at the University of Twente and other organizations. Unlike other world university rankings that have a league table of overall rating of multiple fields, the characteristic of U-Multirank is that it applies a pluralistic evaluation system which compares performances in each field such as Education & Learning, Research, International Orientation, and Knowledge Transfer. At the third ranking in 2016, they collected data from more than 1,300 higher education institutions of more than 90 countries around the world.

The Main Features of the JAIST Library■Electronic library

Since research is being carried out throughout the day, the library is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and books and other materials can be viewed freely whenever it is necessary. Books can be checked out anytime by using an automatic lending machine.

■Open 24 hours a day

The library’s collection is focused on academic materials that are highly professional and advanced in order to support research in state-of-the-art science and technology.

■Research library

Advanced Laboratory Facil it ies

・Campus network・Immersive 3-dimensional virtual reality system・Massively parallel processing systems・Printing support system・Super-reality experiment system・Magnetic sector-type/time-of-flight mass spectrometer・Rutherford backscattering analysis, high-energy ion implantation system・Four-circle x-ray crystal analyzer・Gene/protein structure analysis system・Scanning electron microscope (SEM)・Transmission electron microscope (TEM)・Nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer (NMR800MHz)・Nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer for solutions (NMR500MHz)・Solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer (NMR400MHz)・Paramagnetic resonance spectrometer (ESR)・X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy system (ESCA)・Focused ion beam system (FIB)・Electron probe micro-analyzer (EPMA)・Cluster formation reaction analysis system・JAIST Fab.・Clean room・Taste sensor* These are just some of the main pieces of equipment -there are many more.

JAIST Fab.

Immersive 3-dimensionalvirtual reality system

Clean room

1110

Research Environment

Research (pink) and International Orientation (orange) were investigated basedon indicators shown on the right, and each got a high evaluation result.

Research

External research income

Research publications (size-normalised)

Art related output

Citation rate

Topcited publications

Interdisciplinary publications

Post-doc positions

International Orientation

Foreign language bachelor programs

Foreign language master programs

Student mobility

International academic sta�

International doctorate degrees

International joint publications

The evaluation result "Sunburst Chart" provided by U-Multirank

JAIST has been joining U-Multirank and got rated as a top class among higher education institutions around the world. In the field of Research and the field of International Orientation, main categories such as Research publications, Foreign language programs, and International doctorate degrees were at the highest rank. With regard to research related field, JAIST has been rated after the University of Tokyo among participating Japanese institutions.

JAIST has been rated as a top class advanced institution at U-Multirank:the university ranking sponsored by European Union (EU)

The library at JAIST is administered based on the three principles of “Electronic library”, “Open 24 hours a day” and “Research library”. We are confident that the quality of our library is appropriate for a graduate school in terms of accessibility and the contents of its collection.

We are promoting a digital system of academic materials. Users can use the online public access catalog, electronic journals and various databases of academic information through JAIST’s well-developed information network.

Library

To provide a reliable file storage environment, we are running high-speed, large-capacity file server systems in parallel. Through the high-speed campus network, researchers and students can utilize the information system from any computer at JAIST without changing their individual computer environment. Data backup is provided automatically by the systems, so each user can maintain their focus on research or study. Depending on the needs of users, they can select among a variety of file servers.

High-speed, large-volume storage systems

Other Laboratory Equipment

This device is a mass spectrometer that uses ion cyclotron resonance (ICR). In measurement, ionized samples are subjected to cyclotron motion in a high magnetic field, and confined within an ICR cell. Then, the resonance signal obtained by exposing them to a radio-wave pulse is Fourier transformed. This device produces a resolution from one to several hundred thousands, and its high sensitivity gives it the capacity to measure even pmol-fmol order samples.

Molecular mass spectrometer (FT-ICR-MS)

U-Multirank is a university ranking sponsored by European Union (EU), and led by a consortium which is supported by the Center for Higher Education (CHE) in Germany, the Center for Higher Education Policy Studies (CHEPS) at the University of Twente and other organizations. Unlike other world university rankings that have a league table of overall rating of multiple fields, the characteristic of U-Multirank is that it applies a pluralistic evaluation system which compares performances in each field such as Education & Learning, Research, International Orientation, and Knowledge Transfer. At the third ranking in 2016, they collected data from more than 1,300 higher education institutions of more than 90 countries around the world.

The Main Features of the JAIST Library■Electronic library

Since research is being carried out throughout the day, the library is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and books and other materials can be viewed freely whenever it is necessary. Books can be checked out anytime by using an automatic lending machine.

■Open 24 hours a day

The library’s collection is focused on academic materials that are highly professional and advanced in order to support research in state-of-the-art science and technology.

■Research library

Advanced Laboratory Facil it ies

・Campus network・Immersive 3-dimensional virtual reality system・Massively parallel processing systems・Printing support system・Super-reality experiment system・Magnetic sector-type/time-of-flight mass spectrometer・Rutherford backscattering analysis, high-energy ion implantation system・Four-circle x-ray crystal analyzer・Gene/protein structure analysis system・Scanning electron microscope (SEM)・Transmission electron microscope (TEM)・Nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer (NMR800MHz)・Nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer for solutions (NMR500MHz)・Solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance spectrometer (NMR400MHz)・Paramagnetic resonance spectrometer (ESR)・X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy system (ESCA)・Focused ion beam system (FIB)・Electron probe micro-analyzer (EPMA)・Cluster formation reaction analysis system・JAIST Fab.・Clean room・Taste sensor* These are just some of the main pieces of equipment -there are many more.

JAIST Fab.

Immersive 3-dimensionalvirtual reality system

Clean room

1110

Student Life

( )

Eight five-story Student Housing are located on campus.International students receive priority to live in Student Housing.

Student Housing

Common Facil it iesCommon room, meeting room, Japanese-style room, and student housing parking

desk, chair, shoe rack,loft bed, bookshelf,

closet, air-conditioner,kitchenette, lavatory,

refrigerator

desk, chair, shoe rack,table, chairs for dining room,

closet, gas range,washing and drying machine,

air-conditioner,kitchen, lavatory,

bathroom, refrigerator

desk, chair, shoe rack,table, chairs for dining room,

closet, gas range,washing and drying machine,

air-conditioner,kitchen, lavatory,

bathroom, refrigerator

desk, chair, shoe rack,bed, bookshelf,

closet, refrigerator,gas range, microwave,

washing machine,air-conditioner, curtain,

kitchenette, bathroom,etc.

Single room unit Double room unit Family room unit Single room unit(JAIST HOUSE)

533Number of Units

Floor Space

Housing Rent

Furnishings

Shared Facilities

33 33 30

¥12,540 (per month)

bathroom, laundry space

¥14,920 (per month) ¥17,220 (per month) ¥16,350 (per month)

12.5m2 (One room)41.4m2 / 46.9m2 59.8m2

17.6m2 (One room)1 bedroom, living / diningroom and kitchen ( )2 bedrooms, living / dining

room and kitchen

Student Housing Single Room

JAIST International Student

HUANG Tong

Hi there! I am HUANG Tong. I come from China. I started my JAIST life as a master’s program student in 2011, proceeded to Ph.D. program in 2013, and I completed the doctoral program in March, 2016. The 5 years at JAIST passed by fast and I shall never forget my student life. Please allow me to introduce my great experiences in JAIST to you. I hope this will be helpful for prospective enrollees.

First of all, JAIST has a beautiful natural environment. The reason I chose JAIST is that I like a place full of nature. I went out for a walk on campus to feel refreshed no matter how busy I was. You can enjoy wonderful scenery in each season around Ishikawa Campus. Cherry trees lining in hundreds of meters in Spring, fireflies and crisp starry sky in Summer, three-colored mountains with autumn leaves, fluttery snowfalls in Winter. This environment relaxes you. In daily life, I enjoyed the single room dormitory life. I think it is a great advantage to live near a lab and a school library for students. In addition, there is a shuttle bus service which is very convenient to go shopping and travelling.

Secondly, JAIST has a great research environment. You can use high-precision analytical equipment like a high-precision NMR device and a high-powered electron microscope freely after receiving training. Also, you may choose a research subject that you are interested in. I had been longing to study biodegradable material. Therefore, I was engaged in studying physical characteristics of biomass-based polylactic acid while I was at JAIST.

Thirdly, JAIST has an international atmosphere, even though it is a Japanese institute. Not only Japanese but also English is spoken on campus because there are international students from China, India, Thailand, France and so on. I improved my Japanese and English by having discussions in lab. In addition, JAIST provides many opportunities for students to attend conferences or do research in other countries. What is more, the cost of transportation and accommodation are paid by JAIST. I joined an overseas training and a conference almost every year. Especially, studying in America for a month and off-campus research in Canada for three months were

very impressive. I worked hard on my research and learned a lot about different cultures. These are the most important experiences for me.

Finally, JAIST has a career service center on campus, and they give the students a lot of information and advice on job hunt ing. They helped me in wr i t ing my resume and undergoing job interviews. Thanks to them, I have been working at Suzuki Motor Corporation. I am happy that you are considering JAIST, and wish you good luck in your efforts.

2012 AutumnOutside JAIST campus

2014.8.1~10.31Canada Off–Campus Research, In Front of Niagara Falls

2013.10.2~10.5Roma, ItalyInternational Conference on Bio-Based andBiodegradable Polymers (BIOPOL-2013)

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Student Life

( )

Eight five-story Student Housing are located on campus.International students receive priority to live in Student Housing.

Student Housing

Common Facil it iesCommon room, meeting room, Japanese-style room, and student housing parking

desk, chair, shoe rack,loft bed, bookshelf,

closet, air-conditioner,kitchenette, lavatory,

refrigerator

desk, chair, shoe rack,table, chairs for dining room,

closet, gas range,washing and drying machine,

air-conditioner,kitchen, lavatory,

bathroom, refrigerator

desk, chair, shoe rack,table, chairs for dining room,

closet, gas range,washing and drying machine,

air-conditioner,kitchen, lavatory,

bathroom, refrigerator

desk, chair, shoe rack,bed, bookshelf,

closet, refrigerator,gas range, microwave,

washing machine,air-conditioner, curtain,

kitchenette, bathroom,etc.

Single room unit Double room unit Family room unit Single room unit(JAIST HOUSE)

533Number of Units

Floor Space

Housing Rent

Furnishings

Shared Facilities

33 33 30

¥12,540 (per month)

bathroom, laundry space

¥14,920 (per month) ¥17,220 (per month) ¥16,350 (per month)

12.5m2 (One room)41.4m2 / 46.9m2 59.8m2

17.6m2 (One room)1 bedroom, living / diningroom and kitchen ( )2 bedrooms, living / dining

room and kitchen

Student Housing Single Room

JAIST International Student

HUANG Tong

Hi there! I am HUANG Tong. I come from China. I started my JAIST life as a master’s program student in 2011, proceeded to Ph.D. program in 2013, and I completed the doctoral program in March, 2016. The 5 years at JAIST passed by fast and I shall never forget my student life. Please allow me to introduce my great experiences in JAIST to you. I hope this will be helpful for prospective enrollees.

First of all, JAIST has a beautiful natural environment. The reason I chose JAIST is that I like a place full of nature. I went out for a walk on campus to feel refreshed no matter how busy I was. You can enjoy wonderful scenery in each season around Ishikawa Campus. Cherry trees lining in hundreds of meters in Spring, fireflies and crisp starry sky in Summer, three-colored mountains with autumn leaves, fluttery snowfalls in Winter. This environment relaxes you. In daily life, I enjoyed the single room dormitory life. I think it is a great advantage to live near a lab and a school library for students. In addition, there is a shuttle bus service which is very convenient to go shopping and travelling.

Secondly, JAIST has a great research environment. You can use high-precision analytical equipment like a high-precision NMR device and a high-powered electron microscope freely after receiving training. Also, you may choose a research subject that you are interested in. I had been longing to study biodegradable material. Therefore, I was engaged in studying physical characteristics of biomass-based polylactic acid while I was at JAIST.

Thirdly, JAIST has an international atmosphere, even though it is a Japanese institute. Not only Japanese but also English is spoken on campus because there are international students from China, India, Thailand, France and so on. I improved my Japanese and English by having discussions in lab. In addition, JAIST provides many opportunities for students to attend conferences or do research in other countries. What is more, the cost of transportation and accommodation are paid by JAIST. I joined an overseas training and a conference almost every year. Especially, studying in America for a month and off-campus research in Canada for three months were

very impressive. I worked hard on my research and learned a lot about different cultures. These are the most important experiences for me.

Finally, JAIST has a career service center on campus, and they give the students a lot of information and advice on job hunt ing. They helped me in wr i t ing my resume and undergoing job interviews. Thanks to them, I have been working at Suzuki Motor Corporation. I am happy that you are considering JAIST, and wish you good luck in your efforts.

2012 AutumnOutside JAIST campus

2014.8.1~10.31Canada Off–Campus Research, In Front of Niagara Falls

2013.10.2~10.5Roma, ItalyInternational Conference on Bio-Based andBiodegradable Polymers (BIOPOL-2013)

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Facilit ies for Campus LifeIn order to support international students, JAIST has prepared a variety of financial support systems, consisting of scholarships and on-campus employment. Shown below is a l ist of JAIST’s f inancial support systems. For details and scholarship application procedures, contact the Student Affairs Department.

Scholarships for International Students

Scholarships students can apply for BEFORE arriving in Japan

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers scholarships to international students who study at Japanese universities either as a non-degree seeking student or a regular student seeking a degree.

Japanese embassies select and recommend students for the scholarship. For further information, contact the relevant Japanese government office in your country.

While most scholarships from local governments or private foundations require students to obtain recommendation from JAIST and submit an application via JAIST, students can apply directly to foundations for some scholarships. For more detailed information, visit the JAIST web page.

(1) Japanese Government (MEXT : Monbukagakusho) Scholarship

Many countries send students to study abroad on government scholarships.Contact the relevant authorities of your own country for information.

(2) Government Scholarship of Student's Own Country

Students can apply for some of these scholarships before arriving in Japan. For more information, visit the website of the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) at http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/index.html

(3) Scholarships from Local Governments or Private Foundations

In order to provide financially secure graduate school life, JAIST prepares a variety of original support systems including a benefit type scholarship.

(4) JAIST Original Support System

Scholarships students can apply for AFTER entering JAIST

Allowance (as of 2016):143,000 yen per month / non-degree seeking students144,000 yen per month / regular students in Master’s courses145,000 yen per month / regular students in Doctoral courses

There are two types of selection processes for this scholarship.

By Embassy Recommendation

Generally, students eligible for this type of scholarship should be currently enrolled in a partner institution of JAIST under an academic exchange agreement, or in an institution with research collaborations or faculty exchanges with JAIST. JAIST recommends a student to Monbukagakusho for the scholarship, on condition that JAIST agrees with the recommendation made by the student’s home institution.

By University Recommendation

1. JAIST Scholarships (Benefit type, no repayment required)

Master’s ProgramScholarship

Type of Scholarship Intended Recipients Benefit

Students whose grades for their first year are in top 10%

Students whose grades for their first year are in top 25%

Tuition for the second year

Half of tuition for the second year

2. Doctoral Research Fellow (DRF) : for Doctoral Program students (Benefit type; no repayment required)

Doctoral ResearchFellow(DRF)

Name Intended Recipients Benefit

few successful applicants

20% of all successful applicants for theentrance examination

Tuition70,000yen/month for three yearsTuition30,000yen/month for three years

SpecialType

NormalType

* In addition to the above, an equivalent amount of entrance fee is paid to newly-enrolled student.

CafeteriaA wide variety of dishes are available in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. You can see the seasonal changes of nature through the windows.

Convenience Store: New Yamazaki Daily StoreYou can purchase var iety of products f rom grocer ies to stat ionery , and i t a lso prov ides serv ices such as home delivery and dry-cleaning.

Tennis CourtsThe on-campus l ighted tennis courts offer day-and-night opportunities to recharge brain and body to conduct further research work.

Training RoomF i tness mach ines a re ready to use fo r workout . Some equipments in JAIST training room are running machine, exercise bike, chest press, bench press, and lat pulldown.

GroundThere is a ground (grass：2,250m2) which can be used for student club activities.

Health Care CenterThe Health Care Center located on campus provides general health care services, including health examinations, f irst aid, health consultations and counseling, so that students and staff members can stay healthy in mind and body.

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Facilit ies for Campus LifeIn order to support international students, JAIST has prepared a variety of financial support systems, consisting of scholarships and on-campus employment. Shown below is a l ist of JAIST’s f inancial support systems. For details and scholarship application procedures, contact the Student Affairs Department.

Scholarships for International Students

Scholarships students can apply for BEFORE arriving in Japan

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) offers scholarships to international students who study at Japanese universities either as a non-degree seeking student or a regular student seeking a degree.

Japanese embassies select and recommend students for the scholarship. For further information, contact the relevant Japanese government office in your country.

While most scholarships from local governments or private foundations require students to obtain recommendation from JAIST and submit an application via JAIST, students can apply directly to foundations for some scholarships. For more detailed information, visit the JAIST web page.

(1) Japanese Government (MEXT : Monbukagakusho) Scholarship

Many countries send students to study abroad on government scholarships.Contact the relevant authorities of your own country for information.

(2) Government Scholarship of Student's Own Country

Students can apply for some of these scholarships before arriving in Japan. For more information, visit the website of the Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) at http://www.jasso.go.jp/en/index.html

(3) Scholarships from Local Governments or Private Foundations

In order to provide financially secure graduate school life, JAIST prepares a variety of original support systems including a benefit type scholarship.

(4) JAIST Original Support System

Scholarships students can apply for AFTER entering JAIST

Allowance (as of 2016):143,000 yen per month / non-degree seeking students144,000 yen per month / regular students in Master’s courses145,000 yen per month / regular students in Doctoral courses

There are two types of selection processes for this scholarship.

By Embassy Recommendation

Generally, students eligible for this type of scholarship should be currently enrolled in a partner institution of JAIST under an academic exchange agreement, or in an institution with research collaborations or faculty exchanges with JAIST. JAIST recommends a student to Monbukagakusho for the scholarship, on condition that JAIST agrees with the recommendation made by the student’s home institution.

By University Recommendation

1. JAIST Scholarships (Benefit type, no repayment required)

Master’s ProgramScholarship

Type of Scholarship Intended Recipients Benefit

Students whose grades for their first year are in top 10%

Students whose grades for their first year are in top 25%

Tuition for the second year

Half of tuition for the second year

2. Doctoral Research Fellow (DRF) : for Doctoral Program students (Benefit type; no repayment required)

Doctoral ResearchFellow(DRF)

Name Intended Recipients Benefit

few successful applicants

20% of all successful applicants for theentrance examination

Tuition70,000yen/month for three yearsTuition30,000yen/month for three years

SpecialType

NormalType

* In addition to the above, an equivalent amount of entrance fee is paid to newly-enrolled student.

CafeteriaA wide variety of dishes are available in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. You can see the seasonal changes of nature through the windows.

Convenience Store: New Yamazaki Daily StoreYou can purchase var iety of products f rom grocer ies to stat ionery , and i t a lso prov ides serv ices such as home delivery and dry-cleaning.

Tennis CourtsThe on-campus l ighted tennis courts offer day-and-night opportunities to recharge brain and body to conduct further research work.

Training RoomF i tness mach ines a re ready to use fo r workout . Some equipments in JAIST training room are running machine, exercise bike, chest press, bench press, and lat pulldown.

GroundThere is a ground (grass：2,250m2) which can be used for student club activities.

Health Care CenterThe Health Care Center located on campus provides general health care services, including health examinations, f irst aid, health consultations and counseling, so that students and staff members can stay healthy in mind and body.

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Yamagawa Loop Rd

Umig

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oop R

d

NomineagariStation

KomatsuStationKomatsuStation

KomatsuAirportKomatsuAirport

JAIST

AdmissionsType of Examinations

Kenrokuen Garden

The Motenashi Dome of Kanazawa Station

Higashi-chayagai District

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art Kanazawa

Type of Examination

Regular Examination

Examination for Admission on Recommendation for Overseas Residents (*)

Regular Examination

Examination for Admission on Recommendation for Overseas Residents (*)

Master's Program

Doctoral Program

Entrance Fee/Tuition Fee

Entrance FeeScreening Fee

¥30,000 ¥282,000

Tuition Fee

¥267,900 (for a half year)

¥535,800 (for a year)

Master's Program

Doctoral Program

(*) This examination is conducted by either personal interview or through web communication tools, and screening of the application documents. Applicants do not need to travel to Japan to take the oral examination.

Access Map

For more details on admissions, please visit the following website.

http://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/admissions/

Please refer to the following website.

http://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/studentlife/support/fee.html

Entrance Fee Reduction

Those who find it difficult to pay the entrance fee because of their financial situation, and are approved as high-achieving students, may be granted a reduction in entrance fee. There is also an entrance fee deferment system.

With its great natural beauty augmented by the four distinct seasons of Ishikawa, Kenrokuen Garden is regarded as one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan and designated as a Special Historic Site by the Japanese government.

The symbol of Kanazawa Station’s East Plaza is the Motenashi Dome, which conveniently functions as a giant umbrella shielding visitors from rain, which is quite common in Kanazawa. Looking from the front, one can see a big, tall wooden gate that resembles a hand drum.

Higashi-chayagai district is where, even now, the appearance of the old streets still exists and has kept its old face. When evening approaches, the sounds of the shamisen and Japanese taiko overflow from the tea house.

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art Kanazawa, which opened in 2004, is a new cultural hotspot in Kanazawa. As its name suggests, modern century contemporary art is the main focus of this Museum. It’s a museum with a new sense that not only displays paintings and sculptures but diverse expressive modern works as well.

Exemption or Reduction System in Case of Disasters

Students who find it difficult to pay fees due to emergencies or disasters which occur after their application and/or entrance to JAIST, especially emergencies involving their parents, may also be granted an exemption or reduction in entrance fees or tuition fees.

Tuition Fee Reduction

Those who find it difficult to pay the tuition fee because of their financial situation, and are approved as high-achieving students, may be granted a reduction in tuition fees.

SENDAI

TOKYO

OSAKA

NAGOYA

CHITOSE (SAPPORO)Air : 1 hour 45 minutes

Air : 1 hour 10 minutes

Train : 2 hours 40 minutes

Air : 1 hour 15 minutes

Train : 2 hours 20 minutesFUKUOKA

KANAZAWA .KOMATSU

(As of May 1, 2016)

Air: 1 hourBullet Train :2 hours 30 minutes

Scenic Spots in Kanazawa

Komatsu Airport offers regular international flights to and from Shanghai (China), Seoul (Korea) and Taipei (Taiwan).

1716

Yamagawa Loop Rd

Umig

awa L

oop R

d

NomineagariStation

KomatsuStationKomatsuStation

KomatsuAirportKomatsuAirport

JAIST

AdmissionsType of Examinations

Kenrokuen Garden

The Motenashi Dome of Kanazawa Station

Higashi-chayagai District

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art Kanazawa

Type of Examination

Regular Examination

Examination for Admission on Recommendation for Overseas Residents (*)

Regular Examination

Examination for Admission on Recommendation for Overseas Residents (*)

Master's Program

Doctoral Program

Entrance Fee/Tuition Fee

Entrance FeeScreening Fee

¥30,000 ¥282,000

Tuition Fee

¥267,900 (for a half year)

¥535,800 (for a year)

Master's Program

Doctoral Program

(*) This examination is conducted by either personal interview or through web communication tools, and screening of the application documents. Applicants do not need to travel to Japan to take the oral examination.

Access Map

For more details on admissions, please visit the following website.

http://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/admissions/

Please refer to the following website.

http://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/studentlife/support/fee.html

Entrance Fee Reduction

Those who find it difficult to pay the entrance fee because of their financial situation, and are approved as high-achieving students, may be granted a reduction in entrance fee. There is also an entrance fee deferment system.

With its great natural beauty augmented by the four distinct seasons of Ishikawa, Kenrokuen Garden is regarded as one of the three most beautiful gardens in Japan and designated as a Special Historic Site by the Japanese government.

The symbol of Kanazawa Station’s East Plaza is the Motenashi Dome, which conveniently functions as a giant umbrella shielding visitors from rain, which is quite common in Kanazawa. Looking from the front, one can see a big, tall wooden gate that resembles a hand drum.

Higashi-chayagai district is where, even now, the appearance of the old streets still exists and has kept its old face. When evening approaches, the sounds of the shamisen and Japanese taiko overflow from the tea house.

21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art Kanazawa, which opened in 2004, is a new cultural hotspot in Kanazawa. As its name suggests, modern century contemporary art is the main focus of this Museum. It’s a museum with a new sense that not only displays paintings and sculptures but diverse expressive modern works as well.

Exemption or Reduction System in Case of Disasters

Students who find it difficult to pay fees due to emergencies or disasters which occur after their application and/or entrance to JAIST, especially emergencies involving their parents, may also be granted an exemption or reduction in entrance fees or tuition fees.

Tuition Fee Reduction

Those who find it difficult to pay the tuition fee because of their financial situation, and are approved as high-achieving students, may be granted a reduction in tuition fees.

SENDAI

TOKYO

OSAKA

NAGOYA

CHITOSE (SAPPORO)Air : 1 hour 45 minutes

Air : 1 hour 10 minutes

Train : 2 hours 40 minutes

Air : 1 hour 15 minutes

Train : 2 hours 20 minutesFUKUOKA

KANAZAWA .KOMATSU

(As of May 1, 2016)

Air: 1 hourBullet Train :2 hours 30 minutes

Scenic Spots in Kanazawa

Komatsu Airport offers regular international flights to and from Shanghai (China), Seoul (Korea) and Taipei (Taiwan).

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Japan Advanced Institute ofScience and Technology

G r a d u a t e S c h o o l o f A d v a n c e d S c i e n c e a n d T e c h n o l o g y

National University Corporation

Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology 1-1 Asahidai, Nomi, Ishikawa, 923-1292 JapanE-mail : nyugaku@jaist.ac.jphttps://www.jaist.ac.jp/english/

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