Kochi University of Technology
جامعة كوتشي للتكنولوجيا
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Kochi University of Technology in Japan offers scholarship programs for international graduate students in engineering and management, including joint programs with foreign government agencies that fund doctoral students. Depending on the program, benefits may include a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend. Eligible groups and deadlines are announced on the university's international admissions page.
Tuition for international students
Available programmes
Each programme has its own requirements, documents and benefits. Open it to see them in full with the application steps:
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Kochi University of Technology Special Scholarship Program (SSP) – PhD 2027
PhDFully Funded23 majorsApril 9, 2027
Life and living
Kami · Japan
Life and living
Kami · Japan
Living in Kami
A quiet rural town in Kochi Prefecture on Shikoku, home to Kochi University of Technology.
Student housing
Kochi University of Technology’s International House on the Kami campus costs ¥27,500–30,000 a month, plus ¥2,500 common service fee and ¥2,500 electricity.
Transport for students
The student commuter pass (tsūgaku teiki) is discounted and priced by the route between your home station and campus, so there is no flat price.
Top landmarks
Ryūgadō
Kōchi Castle (nearby)
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Katsurahama (nearby)
Studying and living in Japan
Costs and living
Tuition Fees in Japan (2026/2027): • National Universities: Fixed nationally by MEXT at 535,800 JPY per year (~3,500 USD) with a one-time admission registration fee of 282,000 JPY. • Local Public Universities: 540,000 to 650,000 JPY per year. • Private Universities: 900,000 to 1,800,000 JPY per year for humanities, business, and engineering degrees. Living Expenses & Visa Proof: • Average living costs: 90,000 to 150,000 JPY per month (Tokyo averages 120,000–160,000 JPY; regional cities like Kyoto, Sendai, and Hiroshima average 80,000–110,000 JPY). • Financial guarantee for Certificate of Eligibility (COE): Bank statement showing approximately 2,000,000 JPY for the first year (or scholarship grant certificate).
Working while studying
Working During Studies: • International students are permitted to work up to 28 hours per week during term time and up to 40 hours per week (8 hours/day) during official university breaks, by obtaining the work permit stamp (Shikakugai-katsudō-kyoka) at the port of entry airport free of charge. • Average hourly wage: 1,100 to 1,500 JPY in Tokyo and major urban areas. Post-Study Work & Immigration: • Japan offers the Designated Activities Visa (Job-hunting visa) granting 6 months, renewable for up to 1 full year after graduation. • Securing employment allows immediate transition to professional work visas (Engineer / Specialist in Humanities / International Services). Fast-track permanent residency is available within 1 to 3 years under the Highly Skilled Professional points system.
Faculties and programmes
6 faculties · 35 programmes
Faculties and programmes
6 faculties · 35 programmes
Programmes taught at each faculty, with study levels and teaching language where the university publishes them. Admission and funding differ per programme.
School of Systems Engineering
BachelorJAJapanese- Aerospace Engineering
- Architectural Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
School of Engineering Science
BachelorJAJapanese- Biology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Science
- Materials Science & Engineering
- Physics
School of Informatics
BachelorJAJapanese- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Information Technology (IT)
School of Data and Innovation
BachelorJAJapanese- Data Science & Analytics
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School of Economics and Management
BachelorJAJapanese- Accounting
- Business Management
- Economics
- Finance
- Marketing
Graduate School of Engineering
MasterPhDENEnglishJAJapanese- Aerospace Engineering· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Architectural Engineering· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Artificial Intelligence· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Biology· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Business Management· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Chemistry· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Civil Engineering· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Computer Science· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Data Science & Analytics· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Economics· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Electrical Engineering· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Environmental Science· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Information Technology (IT)· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Materials Science & Engineering· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Mechanical Engineering· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
- Physics· Master:JA· PhD:JAEN
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Funding type: Fully Funded. Announced benefits: Tuition and fees waived, ¥150,000 monthly stipend, Travel and settling-in grant.
The latest deadline we have is April 9, 2027. Dates can differ by university or programme, so confirm on the official website.
Required documents: Supervisor's permission and pre-application, Bachelor's and master's transcripts and master's certificate, Master's thesis (English) and research plan, Two recommendation letters and health certificate.
Apply directly on the official website: https://www.kochi-tech.ac.jp/english/. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
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