Meijo University
Nagoya
About
Meijo University is a well-established private university located in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, and is one of the largest comprehensive universities in Japan’s Chubu region. Founded in 1926 and formally chartered in 1949, it brings together a wide range of disciplines—from humanities and social sciences to science, engineering, agriculture, and pharmacy—across multiple campuses. Known for its “文理融合” (arts and sciences integration) approach, Meijo emphasizes both academic excellence and real-world skills. With around 15,000 students, including a growing international community, the university cultivates global citizenry, multidisciplinary learning, and practical experience to prepare students for diverse future careers.
Please note classes are only taught in Japanese
Main Features
Diverse & Comprehensive Academic Programs
- Meijo offers a broad spectrum of faculties and programs—from law and economics to information engineering and pharmacy—allowing students to pursue multidisciplinary studies and develop versatile skills.
Global Learning Opportunities
- Through exchange programs, study abroad options, fieldwork, internships, and short-term international study, Meijo encourages students to gain international exposure and cultural insight.
Strong Support for International Students
- With initiatives like the Global Plaza, Student Assistant programs, language support, and structured services from the International Affairs Office, international students receive comprehensive academic and campus life assistance.
Hands-on Practical & Project-Based Learning
- Meijo promotes experiential learning—such as PBL (Project Based Learning), PBL-oriented internships, and real-world problem-solving projects—so students can cultivate practical and leadership skills.
Career Support & Employment Success
- With extensive career services, industry partnerships, and strong employment outcomes—among the top private universities in Japan—students receive tailored guidance and resources to succeed professionally.
Dynamic Global & Technological Development
- The university continues to evolve with strategic initiatives like new information engineering programs and a reform of the foreign language curriculum to prepare students for the digital and global age.
Meijo University Available Courses
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Graduate School of Law
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Graduate School of Economics
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Graduate School of Urban Science
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Graduate School of Agriculture
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Graduate School of Environmental and Human Sciences
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Graduate School of Business
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Graduate School of Human Studies
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Graduate School of Science and Technology
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Graduate School of Pharmacy
Description
Meijo University Graduate School of Law aims to offer specialized, advanced legal education through a flexible, research‑oriented curriculum. The school operates on a semester system and provides master’s and doctoral courses in law. From the first year of the master’s program, each student is assigned an academic advisor — enabling individualized guidance tailored to each student’s research objectives. To foster a global and comparative perspective, Meijo has academic exchange and collaboration agreements with several distinguished overseas law schools, and regularly invites visiting researchers from partner institutions.
Key Features
International Academic Exchange & Global Exposure
Meijo’s G Law has partnerships with global institutions such as University of Hawaii Law School (USA), Tsinghua University School of Law (China), and Korea University Law School (South Korea), enabling intellectual exchanges and exposure to diverse legal perspectives.
Tailored, Research‑Driven Curriculum
From the outset of the master’s course, students are paired with academic advisors — giving the opportunity for close, personalized guidance to support varied and ambitious research objectives.
Graduate‑Level Legal Studies (Master’s & Doctoral Courses)
The program offers both master’s and doctoral tracks (Division of Law), allowing students to deepen their knowledge in specialized legal fields and pursue advanced academic or professional careers.
Diverse, International Student Body & Inclusive Environment
The G Law program accepts foreign students, and many international students engage in doctoral courses — contributing to a multicultural environment that encourages mutual learning and intellectual exchange.
Description
The Graduate School of Economics at Meijo University aims to bridge economic theory and real-world social/economic issues. Students can specialize in one of three major fields — economic theory & history, economic policy, or contemporary industrial structure — and carry out research under the guidance of experienced faculty. The program offers both a master’s and a doctoral course (Division of Economics) and welcomes not only recent undergraduates, but also working professionals and international students, providing flexible opportunities for a variety of learners.
Key Features
Flexible Access (Including Working Professionals & International Students)
G Economics is open not only to fresh graduates but also to working students and international applicants, making it possible for those already employed or coming from abroad to pursue advanced economics studies.
Three Specialization Tracks to Match Your Interests
Students can choose among three specializations, Economic Theory & History, Economic Policy, or Contemporary Industrial Structure, so you can focus on areas that align with your academic interests or career goals.
Strong Research Training with Advisor Support & Public Presentations
Each student gets assigned a supervisor for personalized research guidance, helping in method development, thesis writing, and logical analysis. Also, the program requires students to present their research publicly — helping build communication and presentation skills.
Practical Relevance: Connecting Theory with Real‑World Economic & Industry Challenges
Curriculum includes subjects like fiscal policy, environmental economics, regional industry, industrial structure, transport economics, and more — giving students tools to analyze and contribute to real economic and social issues.
Description
The Graduate School of Urban Science at Meijo University is designed to study urban and social services, both public and private, through a scientific lens (“service science”). Rather than relying on intuition or tradition, the programme teaches how to design and evaluate services and infrastructures in urban and regional settings, combining social‑system theory, urban planning, environmental/infrastructure studies, and data/analytical methods. Students can pursue either a Master’s or a Doctoral course under the “Division of Urban Science.” The goal is to create a base for research and education that helps revitalize local communities and address contemporary urban challenges through scientifically grounded, interdisciplinary urban‑service solutions.
Key Features
Interdisciplinary Approach — Social Systems + Urban Planning + Data & Environment
The programme combines courses in social system studies (policy, local governance, welfare, public administration) and urban creation (infrastructure, environment, spatial planning), giving students a broad and integrated view of urban issues.
“Service Science” Perspective — Designing & Evaluating Real‑World Services and Urban Solutions
Rather than just theory, the school emphasizes service science: learning to design, assess, and improve services (public policy, urban welfare, infrastructure, etc.) with rigorous methods and collaboration with local governments or enterprises.
Flexible Curricula & Research Options (Master’s and Doctoral)
Graduate students can enroll in either a Master’s or Doctoral course — giving flexibility whether you aim for a professional role, research career, or deep academic study.
Practical & Diverse Research Themes — from Urban Policy to Environment, Disaster‑Prevention, Data Analysis, and More
Recent thesis topics at the school cover a wide array of real-world challenges: sustainable regional management, urban environmental evaluation, disaster risk mitigation, transportation/traffic planning, regional development, water management, urban infrastructure assessment, and even data‑driven societal analysis. This diversity allows students to tailor research to their interests and societal needs.
Description
The Graduate School of Agriculture at Meijo University offers advanced education and research in agriculture, bioscience, food, environment and natural‑resources fields. As the only private graduate agriculture school in the Chūbu region, it trains students via its master’s and doctoral courses in “Agricultural Sciences.” In the master’s program, students choose among several majors (Agrobiological Resources; Applied Biological Chemistry; Environmental Bioscience), each with multiple specialized fields ranging from crop production and genetics, to food science, environmental restoration, and landscape design. The doctoral course continues along similar specialized tracks, equipping graduates for high‑level research and expert professional roles. The curriculum emphasizes deep scientific knowledge, applied research, and broad insight into life, food, environment and nature.
Key Features
Diverse Specialization Tracks Covering Life, Food & Environment
Students can choose from a rich array of majors and specializations, for example, plant production, genetics, food science, environmental restoration, and landscape design, depending on their interests and career goals.
Comprehensive Master’s and Doctoral Programs
The school offers both a master’s course and a doctoral course, allowing students to pursue advanced, long-term research and gain a high degree (Master or Doctor) in Agricultural Sciences.
Emphasis on Research Skills, Ethics and Global Communication
Graduates are trained not only in specialized scientific knowledge but also in research methods, ethical considerations (bio‑ and research ethics), scientific communication, and international‑level presentation and collaboration skills.
Focus on Practical & Societal Relevance: Sustainable Agriculture, Food, Environment and Biosystems
The program aims to produce professionals capable of addressing real‑world challenges, from sustainable food production and environmental preservation to managing biological resources and environmental bioscience, bridging science and societal needs.
Description
The Graduate School of Environmental and Human Sciences at Meijo University is an interdisciplinary graduate school dedicated to exploring the coexistence of nature, environment, human life, and society. Rather than being rooted in a single undergraduate department, this school integrates both science and humanities to build a new academic discipline around “nature & environment + human & life.” Students can follow either the “Natural Environmental Sciences” program or the “Human Sciences” program (after an introductory common course), and then move on to specialized research at the master’s or doctoral level. The curriculum and research emphasize cross‑disciplinary collaboration — combining biology, environmental science, psychology, social/social‑behavioral sciences, health and life sciences — often in cooperation with external research institutions. Twice a year, students and faculty share research outcomes and lectures, fostering a collaborative environment for innovation and deep investigation.
Key Features
Interdisciplinary “Nature–Human–Life” Integration
The program combines natural environmental sciences with human/social/behavioral sciences — offering a truly interdisciplinary education that bridges science + humanities, ideal for students interested in environmental issues, life sciences, human health, psychology, and society at once.
Flexible Course Options: Master’s and Doctoral Tracks
Students can pursue either a Master’s Course or a Doctoral Course under the Division of Environmental and Human Sciences, enabling advanced, long‑term research in either environmental sciences or human sciences, depending on their interest.
Wide Variety of Research Fields & Faculty Expertise
The school offers a broad spectrum of research areas: from biological and ecological studies (marine resources, environmental systems, bioinformatics) to human/social sciences (psychology, social behavior, aging, health behavior, human development). This versatility allows students to tailor their studies to their passions — whether nature, life science, environment, human behavior, or social welfare.
Supportive & Inclusive Environment for Diverse Learners (Including Working Adults)
Because this graduate school is “independent” (not tied to a specific undergrad faculty), it has historically welcomed a diverse mix of students — fresh graduates, people from different academic backgrounds, and working professionals. The structure accommodates flexible study (for example, through a long‑term enrollment option) and offers careful supervision (including main and sub‑advisors), which can suit those balancing work and study.
Description
The Graduate School of Business at Meijo University offers advanced education and research opportunities in business and management tailored to today’s global and industrialized economy. The school is structured around two main courses — a “Management and Manufacturing Systems Course” and an “Accounting and Finance Course” — enabling students to gain deep specialty either in broad managerial/operational business skills or in finance/accounting expertise. The program includes both master’s and doctoral levels, and is designed not only for fresh graduates but also accommodates working professionals, enabling them to continue professional development while working. Practical, real‑world relevance is emphasized via collaboration with industry, including lectures by business practitioners from leading Japanese manufacturing companies.
Key Features
Two Specialized Tracks: Management & Manufacturing Systems OR Accounting & Finance
You can choose a course that matches your interests and career goals — whether you want to focus on business management and operations (especially manufacturing‑oriented), or on accounting, finance and related certifications.
Integration of Theory and Industry — Practical, Real‑World Business Education
The “Manufacturing Systems” course invites working professionals from Japan’s top manufacturing companies as lecturers, giving you exposure to real business practices, and helping bridge academic study with actual corporate challenges.
Flexibility for Working Professionals & Continuing Education
The program is structured to allow working students (i.e. those employed by companies) to study — which is especially useful for professionals seeking to deepen business knowledge or shift career paths without leaving their jobs.
Pathway to Professional Credentials (Accounting / Finance) & Strong Professional Network
Graduates of the Accounting & Finance course often proceed toward careers as certified accountants or tax accountants, and benefit from connections via the “Meijo University Accountants network.” This makes the course especially valuable for those targeting finance or accounting professions.
Description
The Graduate School of Human Studies at Meijo University aims to cultivate individuals capable of tackling complex global‑society issues, from social inequality and cultural conflict to environmental and human‑rights challenges, with sensitivity, ethical awareness, and creative insight. The program develops students’ research capabilities on themes concerning “humanity,” preparing them to understand human behaviour, society, culture, and communication in a globalized world. Graduates are expected to possess flexible judgment, strong communication skills, ethical awareness, and the ability to propose original, socially conscious solutions to modern problems.
Key Features
Interdisciplinary Focus on Humanity, Society & Communication
G Human draws from psychology, social/education studies, and international/communication fields — allowing students to study human behavior, societal structures, education, and intercultural communication depending on their interests.
Development of Practical Research & Communication Skills
Through courses and exercises, students learn to analyze human and social phenomena, understand psychological and societal mechanisms, and build communication and mediation skills — equipping them to handle real‑world social issues.
Flexibility for Different Backgrounds and Goals
Because the school emphasizes broad human and societal themes rather than a narrow academic specialization, it's suitable for fresh graduates, individuals wanting to shift career paths, or those aiming to engage in social work, education, research, or international communication.
Focus on Ethical Awareness and Global Citizenship
The program encourages students to reflect on global challenges like inequality, cultural/religious conflicts, environmental issues — fostering awareness, ethical judgment, and a global‑minded approach to contribute positively to society.
Description
Meijo University’s Graduate School of Science and Technology offers a broad and advanced engineering and science education, granting degrees such as Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) and Doctor of Engineering (Dr.Eng.). The school encompasses a wide set of departments — from mathematics, information engineering, materials science, applied chemistry, mechanical and mechatronics engineering, civil/environmental engineering, to architecture — allowing students to dive deep into both theoretical and applied domains.
The graduate program emphasizes collaboration between students and faculty on major research themes, encouraging participation in both domestic and international conferences, and has been recognized by Japan’s Ministry of Education for leading advanced academic research.
Key Features
Wide Range of Specializations in Engineering & Science
You can study in many fields — such as information engineering, materials science, applied chemistry, mechanical engineering, civil/environmental engineering, architecture, mathematics — giving flexibility to match your interest whether in pure theory or practical engineering.
Advanced Degrees: Both Master’s and Doctoral Courses Available
G Sci‑Tech offers not only a master’s program but also doctoral-level education for those wishing to pursue high-level research or academic/industry careers.
Strong Research Environment & Recognition
The school has been selected by the Japanese government for advanced research projects, and students often present their work at national and international conferences — a good environment if you aim for research, innovation, or academic excellence.
Industry‑Relevant & Societally Important Fields
With departments such as environmental engineering, applied chemistry, materials science, and civil/environmental engineering, the program supports studies relevant to real-world challenges: sustainability, infrastructure, environment, technology development — useful for students who want their work to have societal impact.
Description
Meijo University’s Graduate School of Pharmacy is dedicated to training advanced specialists in pharmaceutical science who can contribute to public health, healthcare innovation, and medical research. The program, currently offered as a doctoral course (in the Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences),aims to develop students’ research skills, scientific expertise, and leadership capabilities so they can handle cutting-edge issues in medicine, drug development, environmental health, and healthcare systems. Through four years of focused education and research, students study the latest in medical and life sciences, learn to think beyond conventional frameworks, and gain the capacity to lead efforts in improving health and advancing pharmaceutical science.
Key Features
Comprehensive, Doctoral‑level Pharmaceutical Science Education
The program is a 4‑year doctoral course — providing advanced training in five specialized fields: environmental hygiene science, medical/healthcare information, pathophysiology and disease analysis, pharmacokinetics and drug delivery, and pharmacotherapeutic science — allowing deep specialization depending on your interest.
Strong Emphasis on Research, Innovation & Leadership
Students are encouraged to engage in creative and original research that can contribute to medical science and public health; the program aims to cultivate researchers who can lead developments in drug therapies, public health initiatives, and medical sciences.
Integration of Clinical, Environmental, and Biomedical Perspectives
The school covers a broad scope, from environmental hygiene and toxicology, to molecular/cellular pathogenesis, drug delivery systems, and healthcare informatics, which equips graduates to address complex, interdisciplinary challenges in healthcare, medicine, environment, and drug safety.
Pathway to Advanced Pharmaceutical & Medical Careers
Graduates receive training that can prepare them for roles as high‑level researchers, specialists in pharmaceutical sciences, or advanced practitioners who contribute to the development of new therapies, public health policies, or pharmaceutical innovation — beyond the standard scope of a basic pharmacy degree.
School Location
Nearest Station:
Main Campus: 468-8502, Nagoya-shi, Tenpaku-ku, Shiogamaguchi 1-501
Subway Tsurumai LineWalk ~4–8 min from Exit 1.
Yagoto Campus: 150 Yagotoyama, Tempaku-ku, Nagoya 468-8503, Japan
Subway Tsurumai Line & Meijo Line: Exit 6, ~6 min walk.
Nagoya Dome-Mae Campus: 4-102-9 Yadaminami, Higashi-ku, Nagoya 461-8534, Japan
Subway Meijo Line (Exit 2, ~3 min walk) or JR/Meitetsu: (≈10 min walk) or light rail (same station, ~5 min walk).
Details
School Type: University
Location: Main Campus: 468-8502, Nagoya-shi, Tenpaku-ku, Shiogamaguchi 1-501