2024

Graduate School
International
Master’s Program
Application Guidelines

Graduate School of
Science and Engineering
Aoyama Gakuin University
For detailed information on the Graduate School of Science and Engineeringand its entrance examination,please visit the official website of Aoyama Gakuin University (http://www.aoyama.ac.jp/en/)

The Educational Policy of Aoyama Gakuin
Aoyama Gakuin has as its aim
education based upon the Christian faithand as its purpose the building up of persons
who live in sincerity before God,
who seek for truth with humility,
and who actively take responsibility
for all people and for society
in a spirit of love and service.

The Mission of Aoyama Gakuin University
Aoyama Gakuin University is an educational and research institution
based on the Educational Policy of Aoyama Gakuin which is to serve
God and persons, contributing to society as the Salt of the Earth andLight of the World.
Our institution nurtures persons who, with a sound understanding basedon global perspectives, possess the wisdom and strength with which todiscover and solve issues personally. This is achieved through a wide
range of barrier free academic research that pursues service andcommitment to humanity.
With respect for one another and the traditions of our institution,
all faculty members, personnel and students are making an effort
towards the creation of a university that is able to respond to theneeds of its era.

Developing Human Resources
In order for the human race to continue to thrive, we have the responsibility to protect the naturalenvironment and to create a social environment full of vitality. To accomplish such tasks, the innovationand development of science and technology becomes essential. The individuals capable of meeting suchdemands of society not only possess the insight and executive ability derived from their field of study but
also the ability to oversee other related academic fields. Moreover, respect towards the environment andadherences to such humility are indispensable.
The Graduate School of Science and Engineering has its educational aim based upon the Christian faith tonurture individuals according to the school motto “The Salt of the Earth and The Light of the World”.
Through its instruction in the specialized area of studies, the Graduate School of Science and Engineering
educates individuals to be professional researchers devoted to international leadership.
In the Master’s Program, students are exposed to a wide range of classes including those that will become
the foundation of their area of specialization. As a result, students grow to possess the earnestness andfundamentals which become necessary for learning and research.

Educational Goals
In the Master’s Program, students are provided a well-balanced curriculum of classes to broaden theirperspective and English classes which focus on practicality as well as high-quality classes in their area ofspecialty. As a result, students not only acquire the knowledge and ability to apply such knowledge but also
logical decision-making skills and language tools necessary for international conferences. Moreover,through the guidance of their research thesis, students discover the process of identifying and resolving
problems.

Curriculum Features
The future of scientific research and its development lies in the hands of those who not only possess theknowledge and expertise in the various fields as well as their area of specialty but also the ability to apply
their knowledge with a broad perspective. In order to nurture such talents, the Graduate School of Scienceand Engineering removed barriers which have existed among the eight areas of specialization.
Byoffering one major and eight areas (8 courses) of specialization, students can:
1. Pursue an area of interest regardless of the kind of undergraduate degree.
2. Register for classes both in and out of their area of specialization in addition to the required courses.
3. Conduct cutting-edge research which is made possible because of the cooperation and cohesiveness inthe school among the various areas of specialization.
4. Carry out interdisciplinary research as well as explore completely new areas.

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Program Overview[1] Time and Year of Entrance
The admission will be in October 2024.
*Orientation and classes begin in mid-September, so if accepted, you should arrive in Japan in early
September.
[2] Length
The duration of the Master’s program will be two years of full-time study.
[3] Awarded Degree
Graduate Students may pursue studies leading to any of the following degrees:
Master of Science
Master of Engineering[4] Course Details
The Graduate School of Science and Engineering consists of one department, the Department of Scienceand Engineering, which includes the following eight Courses.
(1) Fundamental Science Course: Not accepting applications
Focusing in particular on mathematical science, materials science, solid-state physics, astrophysics,
and atomic, molecular, and plasma physics, the course is planned to serve students with a broad
spectrum of interests and objectives in the natural science. Also, the course is extending to new fields
such as complex systems, strongly correlated quantum systems, physics of friction, earthquake, etc.
The specialty studies cultivate the students’ ability to build models for a range of issues and solve
problems.
(2) Chemistry Course:
The course consists of three fields: physical chemistry, organic chemistry and inorganic analyticalchemistry. Focusing on a wide range of molecular systems that include individual molecules andtissues showing organic functions and many other functions, the course bases its studies on the
primary viewpoint of chemistry and broadens and deepens the students’ knowledge of chemistry.
(3) Materials Science Course:
Focusing on the creation of substances with new functions, the course provides comprehensive studies
concerning material design, device manufacture and other applications. Based on material physics,
solid-state chemistry, materials science, thin-film engineering, electrical engineering and other fields,
the course trains future leaders of most advanced materials science who are well informed on a broad
range of issues.
(4) Biological Science Course: Not accepting applications
The rapid progress in biological science is not only expanding new frontiers of science and technology,
but also beginning to influence the human society. The aim of the Biological Science Course is toprovide students with fundamental knowledge of molecular biology as a common basis to work inthis wide field and to develop abilities to plan and carry out research on their own by joining theongoing research on the structure, function and regulation of the biological molecules. Taking
advantage of being a member of The Graduate School of Science and Engineering, we also encourage
students to take part in the technical advancements in this field.
(5) Electrical Engineering and Electronics Course:
A broad range of laboratories, including circuit systems, communication theory, and materials accept
graduate students. With the aim of establishing themselves as engineers and researchers, the students
are focused on fields that support the foundation of modern societies and include energies,
measurement/control, information/communications, electronic devices, materials and any related
fields. Emphasis is placed on directed research and, in the process; we endeavor to provide students
with the ability to think independently make discoveries and solve problems. Students advancing to
the course need clear study goals to establish themselves as engineers and researchers.

2(6) Mechanical Engineering Course: Not accepting applications
This course trains engineers and researchers who will contribute to the sustainable development of
humanity by creating instruments and systems with superior performance. In other words, students
base their studies on a broad range of viewpoints, such as energy, environment, safety and ethics,
while deepening their understanding of shapes, mechanisms, and the dynamic actions of materials.
Combining a range of factors, such as machines and intelligence, the course enables students toacquire advanced skills in information processing, measurement and analysis. The research andguidance foster comprehensive skills in the students, enabling them to identify and solve problems.
(7) Intelligence and Information Course:
Education and research in the Intelligence and Information Course covers a wide range of computerand information related topics including human-computer interaction, natural language understanding,big data, computer vision, robotics, wearable devices, and network and web technology. The goal is
to learn to create and master new technologies as well as to understand their role in human society.
(8) Management Technology Course:
The course teaches advanced management technologies applied in production systems, supply chain,business management, environmental management, quality management, and other related areas. By
conceptualizing those technologies, the course emphasizes advanced data analysis, system modeling,
and optimization techniques. The course enables students to acquire deep understanding the essenceof advanced Japanese management systems, such as production systems, total quality management.

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How to Apply[1] Requirements for Application
Students who will apply and be accepted to the Graduate School International Master’s Program cangraduate from the Program by taking English courses conducted in English only.
The Graduate School of Science and Engineering will accept students who meet one of the following
requirements:
1. Students who have completed a 16-year school education in another country or are expected to complete
it by August 2024.
2. Students who have completed a 15-year school education in another country (or are expected to complete
it by August 2024) and who has been awarded a degree equivalent to a bachelor's degree by completinga course with a duration of three years or more at a university (*1)
3.

Students whom the Graduate School deems as having abilities that are at least equivalent to university
graduates. (*1)

Applicants should contact the research advisor to discuss his/her research plan, prior to the submission of
application documents.(*2) If the email address of the desired research advisor is not on the Aoyama Gakuin
University website, please contact us via email (in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp).
(*1) Applicants are required to acquire or renew their status of residence as “Student【留学】” which isdefined in the Immigration Control and Refugee Recognition Act.
(*2) Please refer to the list of faculty members from here. For the email address of each professor, pleasecontact us via email (in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp)[2] Departments and Courses Accepting Applications, Number of Applicants Accepted, and Screening
Process
The screening of applicants is based on the examination (application documents, written and oral). Only
those who pass the examinations and who have completed the entrance procedure are allowed to enter the
Graduate School.

CourseAdmission Quota

Screening Process

A few

Oral interview onsite in-person or
via a phone, or video call

Chemistry
Materials Science
Electrical Engineering and Electronics
Intelligence and Information
Management Technology4[3] Admission Schedule
Application Period*1
Oral interview via a phone or on video system
Notification of Examination Results*2
Enrollment Confirmation/Tuition Fee Payment Deadline*1
Entrance*3

April 15, 2024 – April 26, 2024
May 7, 2024 – May 12, 2024
May 24, 2024
June 30, 2024
October, 2024(*1) The application must be sent by International Registered Mail, and must arrive no later than the last
day of the application deadline.
(*2) The examination results will be posted on the official website of the Aoyama Gakuin University(https://www.aoyama.ac.jp/en/admission/admission_for_full_time_international_students.ht
ml). In addition, admission documents will be sent by EMS.
(*3) Official admission is in October, but classes and various orientations begin in mid-September, so
students must arrive in Japan in early September.

[4] Application Documents
The following is the list of documents that need to be submitted when filling an application (one copy each).
All documents must be in English or Japanese, or must be accompanied by a translation into English or
Japanese checked and authorized by a public organization.
1. Application for 2024 International Master’s Program form
A international student application form for admission to the Graduate School of Aoyama Gakuin
University (The form is specified by the University and must be filled in by the applicant.)
For the signature of the potential research advisor, please leave it blank.
2. Photograph
A photograph of the applicant, including the upper part of the body, without a cap or hat,backgroundless, color, 4 cm high x 3 cm wide, taken no more than three months prior to theapplication, to be pasted on the application form
3. Certificate of Graduation (original only)
A certificate of graduation or completion or a certificate of expected graduation or completion of thelast school the applicant attended or is currently attending.
Note: Submission of a certificate of expected graduation or completion must be followed by acertificate of graduation or completion after the applicant graduates.
4. Accademic Transcript (original only)
An accademic Transcript from the last school from which the applicant graduated or is currently
enrolled (must be either in English or Japanese)
5. Letter of Recommendation
Form specified by the University. One person is necessary, two persons are preferable.(*1)
6. Copy of Passport
Copy of passport (photo page)
7. Research Plan
About 1000 words in English. (A4 size)
8. Proof of English Proficiency
For those who have not received undergraduate/graduate education in English, please submit anofficial score report or certificate of exams with a score of TOEFL, IELTS, or TOEIC (L&R).
For those who have received education in English, please obtain an official proof letter from thegraduated university.
9. Examination Fee Payment Proof Affixing Form
Proof of payment or remittance from a convenience store, by credit card or through bankremittance must be attached to the designated sheet and submitted.
*For the payment method for the entrance examination fee, refer to the following [6].
10. Certificate of Degree (for those who apply according to Application Requirement #2)(*1) Aoyama Gakuin University will directly contact the recommender(s) to whom applicant provided in
the Recommender List.Please inform your recommender(s) in advance.

5[5] Address for Applications
Prepare all necessary documents for application and mail them to the address below within the application
period.
Aoyama Gakuin University (Sagamihara Campus)
Academic Affairs Division
5-10-1 Fuchinobe, Chuo-ku
Sagamihara, Kanagawa
252-5258, Japan
E-mail:in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp[6] Examination Fee
35,000 yen*The examination fee must be paid within the application period.
Payment method for the entrance examination fee
The payment options are as follows:
For Applicants Living Outside of Japan
Payment by credit card
After finished making the payment by credit card, the applicant will receive an email with the URL(https://e-apply.jp/n/gs-aoyama-eng) . Please log in to the URL to print out the “Application information【申し込み詳細】”. This is to prove that you have made your payment by a credit card. Send a copy of
the “Application information” to the address written in [5] Address for Applications, together with theother application documents. Make sure that you keep one copy of the “Application information” for yourreference.
Payment through bank transfer
Please pay for the examination fee through the bank possible for overseas remittance. A copy of thepayment proof should be sent to the address written in [5] Address for Applications, together with theother application documents. Make sure that you keep the original payment proof for your reference.
If any changes are made on the proof, amount is being changed, or no receipt stamp is on the proof, theproof may not be valid. Furthermore, the bank remittance made after the deadline date is not permitted.
Please note that the fee will not be refunded in any case.
For the bank account information, please refer to【Bank account information】.

For Applicants Living in Japan
Payment by credit card
After finished making the payment by credit card, the applicant will receive an email with the URL(https://e-apply.jp/n/gs-aoyama-eng) . Please log in to the URL to print out the “Application information【申し込み詳細】”. This is to prove that you have made your payment by a credit card. Send a copy of
the “Application information” to the address written in [5] Address for Applications, together with theother application documents. Make sure that you keep the original “Application information” for yourreference.
Payment at a convenience store in Japan (in Japanese only)
After making the payment at a convenience store, the applicant will receive a “receipt 【収納証明書】.”
Make a photocopy of the receipt and send it to the address written in [5] Address for Applications, together
with the other application documents. Make sure that you keep the original receipt for your reference.
attach the issued “payment proof” or “receipt” on the designated sheet.

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Payment through bank transfer
Please pay for the examination fee at any bank teller in Japan (except at Japan Post or Japan Post Bank).
A copy of the payment proof should be sent to the address written in [5] Address for Applications,
together with the other application documents. Make sure that you keep the original payment proof foryour reference.
If any changes are made on the proof, amount is being changed, or no receipt stamp is on the proof, theproof may not be valid. Furthermore, the bank remittance made after the deadline date is not permitted.
Please note that the fee will not be refunded in any case.
【Bank account information】
Telegraphic transfer
1. Type of remittance:
2. Currency:
Japanese Yen
3. Method of payment:
Advise and pay
4. Yen exchange charge:
Due remitter
5. Remittance charge:
Due remitter
6. Purpose of payment:
Examination fee
7. Amount of remittance:
35,000 yen
8. Message to payee:
PAY IN FULL
9. Information on recipient of payment:
Paying bank
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
BranchShibuya Branch
Swift code
SMBCJPJTBank address
20-2 Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo JAPAN 150-0042
Account number
A/C 8994276
Account name
AOYAMA GAKUIN KENTEI (DAIGAKUIN B)
Address
4-4-25 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo JAPAN 150-8366[7] Date of the Examination
Applicant will be contacted by the research advisor he/she has emailed prior to his/her application. Please
set the interview date and time with the research advisor for the interview to be conducted.
Important:(1) The application is invalid if any of the above documents are missing or incomplete or if the acceptanceperiod has expired.
(2) Documents and fees that have been submitted will not be returned under any circumstances.

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Admission Procedure
Successful applicants are required to pay the specified admission fee and send the necessary documents tocomplete the admission procedure no later than the deadlines set for the admission procedure.
The documents will not be accepted at any time other than that specified below under any circumstances.
Applicants who fail to complete the admission procedure by the deadline are deemed to have withdrawn
their application.
[1] Address for Applications
Aoyama Gakuin University (Sagamihara Campus)
Academic Affairs Division
5-10-1 Fuchinobe, Chuo-ku
Sagamihara, Kanagawa
252-5258, Japan
E-mail:in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp

Deadline: June 30, 2024
The documents below must be sent via International Registered Mail and must arrive at the above addressby the deadline date.
*Please refer to the admission Registration Guide which will be sent to the successful applicant at a latertime.
[2] Documents required
Documents required to be arrive by postal mail on or before the deadline.
1. Written pledge, certification(forms specified by the University)
2. School registration form (specified by the University)
3. Certificate of graduation or completion and a list of the applicant’s grades (original only)
Only where the applicant took the examination before officially graduating from the previous school.
4. Notice of payment (the form specified by the University)
If you are applying in Japan: The notice submitted to the Graduate School must contain a bank seal
indicating that the money has been paid.
If you are applying from overseas: A bank check denominated in yen
5. Photograph
4 cm high x 3 cm wide, to be pasted onto the student ID card.
For documents 1~4, please send them by PDF files as well. in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp
Documents required to be submitted after entering the University.
6. Address registration form (specified by the University)
7. Certificate of residence or certificate of entry in the resident card (not necessary where theapplicant has already submitted the form when filing an application)
The document should be issued within recent 3 months. The domicile of origin as well as theinformation of other family members are not necessary on your certificate of residence ( certificate
of entry in the resident card).
Notes: (1) Documents that have been submitted will not be returned under any circumstances.
(2) If any false statements are made in the application, the student's enrollment in the Graduate
School will be nullified, even if the student has already enrolled.

8[3] Tuition & Fees -for Academic Year 2024/2025(Amounts in Japanese Yen)
Remarks

Master’s Program

School expenses

Entrance fee

290,000 Payment only in the student’s first year

Tuition

333,000 Per semester (666,000 Yen/year)

Facility and equipment usage fee

40,000 Per semester (80,000 Yen/year)

Ongoing enrollment fee

50,000 Per semester (100,000 Yen/year)

Educational activities fee

40,000 Per semester (80,000 Yen/year)

Subtotal

753,000

Membership fees

Support group fee* Alumni association fee

2,500 Per semester (5,000 Yen/year)
30,000 Payment only in the student’s first year

Science and Engineering Society

2,000 Per semester (4,000 Yen/year)

Subtotal

34,500Total (1st installation)

787,500 Excluding the second semester tuition

Total (1st year)

1,255,000* The Alumni association fee (Registration fee 10,000 JPY and annual fee 5,000 JPY) may be fully refunded,
if applied at the Alumni Association, at the time of withdrawal or expelled from the Graduate School.

Remarks
1. Revision of school expenses
School expenses may be revised due to economic situations. In this case, the revised expenses may apply
to students enrolled at that time.
2. Admission Withdrawal Request
If the successful applicants should decline his/her entrance to the Graduate School after he/she hascompleted the admission registration procedure, he/she should inform the Graduate School by September
12. In that case, fees excluding admission fee will be refunded. For details, please contact via email (inrikou@aoyamagakuin.jp) in advance.

Housing
The Graduate School owns a dormitory exclusive for International students. However, as the number ofrooms is limited that not all International students may be permitted to move in. The admission permit to
the Graduate School is issued regardless of whether or not the successful applicant needs to arrange forhis/her dormitory. Please note that the successful applicant should look for his/her housing and take his/hernecessary procedure on his/her own..
http://web.iec.aoyama.ac.jp/english/exchange/housing.html.

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The Salt of the Earth, the Light of the World
The Motto of Aoyama Gakuin

Graduate School of Science and Engineering
Aoyama Gakuin University
5-10-1 Fuchinobe, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa 252-5258
E-mail:in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp

Aoyama Gakuin University Graduate School of Science and Engineering
APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL's International Master's Program
2024

Application form - 1
Graduate School of Science and Engineering

Master's Program

courseApplicant's name

*Please leave this box blank

ApplicantNo.
Birthday (mm/dd/year)

Family name:
Age

Givven name:Middle name:

Gender (Please tick off)
Male

Please glue your color photo
here.
Write your nameon the back of the photo.
Size of face photois 3cm × 4cm.

FemaleNationality

Native language

Status of Residence

Period of Stay (mm/dd/year)

Current home address

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Educational background (state after graduating from senior high school)

Name of Institution

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Major

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Application form - 2

Employment history (*Please provide the detailed information of position at work even within the same organization.
If you need more space, please make a list on your own and attach the list on the last page.)

Name of organization

Period(month/year～month/year)

Position of work

Proof of English Proficiency (Please tick off)

For those who have not received undergraduate/graduate education in English.
(please submit an official score report or certificate of exams)
TOEFL score
IELTS score

Obtained date
(mm/dd/year)
Obtained date
(mm/dd/year)

For those who have received education in English(please obtain an official proof letter from the graduated university)
The name of potential research advisor (Be sure to obtain prior permission for acceptance from the faculty member)

Plans after master's program

Reseach plan (Please tick off)

Please propose your plan of research by another sheet in about 1000 words in English.

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION
Application for 2024 International Master's Program of
the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Aoyama Gakuin University
To the Dean of the Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Aoyama Gakuin University

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Recommender Information

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Please comment on the applicant's competence, personality, and suitability to the International
Master's Program at the Graduate School of Science and Engineering.

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Date (mm/dd/yyyy)*After filling out this form, print it out and apply the signature. Then make this form in PDF file to send it to the below addressby the attachment. Email: in-rikou@aoyamagakuin.jp

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*Please leave this box blankExamination Fee Payment Proof Affixing Form
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Please affix either of two proof of examination fee payment in the box provided below.
①【収納証明書】Credit card payment proof or the payment proof received at the convenience store in Japanor②【振込証明書】Proof of remittance (if paid at the bank in Japan)①【収納証明書】(Credit card payment proof or the payment
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②【振込証明書】（大学院提出用）(Proof of remittance)*After making the payment at the bank, make surethat the bank’s receipt seal is stamped on thereceipt/proof. Please note that the receipt/proof isinvalid if you have modified the amount on thepayment slip.
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