Overview

This Biotechnology course from Osaka University aims to develop human resources who are equipped with knowledge and ways of thinking in brain science, biology, physics, and engineering and who can play an active role in a wide range of fields in society.

Features

It is ideal for people who want to study brain science at university, who like biology and physics, and who are interested in both science and engineering. In particular, this course provides top-level education and research in brain science and neuroscience.

Please take your time to see what you can study and what activities are taking place.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Many of our faculty members are engaged in the elucidation of the structure and function of proteins, the function and development of the body and brain, the mechanism of sensation, and the development of methods for processing and displaying biological images and data.

Pure science such as biophysics, structural biology, and brain science, engineering such as medical engineering, image engineering, and information engineering, and their fusion research are being conducted.

It is an attractive study environment for those who want to seek the truth that underlies everything, and for those who want to contribute to society through manufacturing. There are almost no other courses in Japan that include biology, quantum mechanics, thermodynamics, system engineering, etc. in the curriculum.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biotechnology View 3 other PhDs in Biotechnology in Japan

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Contact your prospective supervisor/laboratory after receiving approval from AAD.

Submit the necessary application documents.

Tuition Fee

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International

535800 JPY/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 535800 JPY per year during 60 months.
National

535800 JPY/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 535800 JPY per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Osaka-shi

105816 - 158424 JPY /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.