Overview

The Information Science and Technology programme offered by Hokkaido University provides doctoral training focused on building broad and in-depth knowledge across multiple areas, including computing, electronics, bioinformatics, media technologies, and systems science. It supports the creation of new knowledge and promotes excellence in research and practical applications, enabling students to engage with complex problems across various scientific and technical domains.

Key Facts

Students pursue specialized study within one academic division while also exploring subjects from other areas to strengthen interdisciplinary understanding. The programme emphasizes international collaboration, leadership development, communication skills, and independent research, preparing candidates to contribute to research and development at a global level and to advance new directions within their field.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Computer Science and Information Technology
Electronics for Informatics
Bioengineering and Bioinformatics
Media and Network Technologies
Systems Science and Informatics
Project Management and International Informatics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-28 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sapporo, Japan

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 3 other PhDs in Information Technology (IT) in Japan

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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.

Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a master’s degree is required, with the intention to pursue advanced research and obtain a doctoral degree while remaining active in society.
Applicants may be from Japan or overseas, with a major in information science and a completed master’s degree, including working professionals seeking a doctoral qualification.
Admission requires passing a specialized entrance examination conducted in English or Japanese, including both written and oral components.
The examination assesses fundamental knowledge and skills in the chosen area of specialization relevant to the intended research field.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

535800 JPY / year

≈ 535800 JPY / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

535800 JPY / year

≈ 535800 JPY / year

Living costs

Sapporo-shi

Japan

111200 - 165260 JPY / month

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