2024

April Admission

Graduate School of Sustainable Systems Science
Komatsu University(Doctoral Course)

Application
Guidelines
Applicants with Master’s Degrees
Employed / Professional ApplicantsInternational Applicants

Komatsu University

Schedule for the 2024 Entrance Examination (Doctoral Course)
Application
Period andDeadlines

Examination
Date

Division of
Production System
Science2023
October 6（Fri.）

2023
Mid-October

2023
October 23（Mon.）～
October 27（Fri.）

2023
November 11(Sat.)

Division of Health
Sciences

2023
October 6（Fri.）

2023
Mid-October

2023
October 23（Mon.）～
October 27（Fri.）

2023
November 11(Sat.)

2023
Early
November

2023
November 6（Mon.）～
November 10(Fri.)

2023
November 25(Sat.)

Division of Glocal
CulturesPre-screening of Application
Eligibility（Applicable persons only）
Notification of
Deadline for
Screening
submission
Results

2023
October 27(Fri.)

Announcementof Acceptance2023
December 11(Mon.)

Table of Contents
1. Admissions Policy ······················································································· 1
2. Number of Applicants and Admission Periods ·················································· 2
3. Application Qualifications ·············································································· 3
4. Pre-screening of Application Eligibility ····························································· 4
5. Application Period and Deadlines ····································································· 6
6. Application Procedures ··················································································· 6
7. Admission Categories・Examination Schedule·················································· 10
Ⅰ. Applicants with Master’s Degrees ······························································ 10
Ⅱ. Employed / Professional Applicants ···························································· 12
Ⅲ. International Applicants ·········································································· 13
8. Dispatch of Examination Vouchers with Official Numbering ······························ 15
9. Announcement of Successful Candidates ·························································· 16
10. Admission Procedures ·················································································· 16
11. Admission and tuition fees, etc. ····································································· 16
12. Prior Consultation with Students who have Special Needs for Entrance
Examination and Study ·············································································· 17
13. Privacy Policy ····························································································· 19
14. Long-term enrollment system ········································································ 19
15. Prior Contact with Division Directors ······························································ 20
16. List of Faculty Members and their Research Fields ··········································· 21
17. Map of Examination Venue ··········································································· 24
18. Inquiries ··································································································· 25

１．Admissions Policy
Graduate School of Sustainable Systems Science
The Graduate School of Sustainable Systems Science seeks applicants with the following qualities:◯Those who have acquired basic knowledge and skills in the departments of Production Systems
Science, Health Care Systems Science, and Glocal Culture of the master's program of the university
or equivalent higher education institutions, and who have completed practical training in thespecialized fields of their respective departments.
◯Applicants should have high aspirations for the sustainability of the region and the world, and who
have a strong interest and desire to work with the field to create ideas that can be applied beyond
the framework of existing academia in order to realize a sustainable society. Those who have aninterest in other fields and a willingness to discover issues related to the sustainability of humanity
as a whole and the immediate sphere of life, and to show the way to solutions.
◯In deepening their individual expertise, they must be able to communicate with domestic andinternational researchers with resonance and cooperation, face challenges with an ethical view that
respects the dignity of life and humanity, and have a strong will to solve problems.
Division of Production System Science
The objective of this major is to nurture graduates who can contribute to local industries by utilizing
their advanced expertise in engineering and by realizing sustainable production processes in the fieldof manufacturing. We seek applicants with the following abilities and qualities:◯Fundamental knowledge of mechanical engineering and the various fields of mechanics within its
framework.
◯A person who is willing to build DX and GX systems utilizing information engineering, electricaland electronic engineering to realize sustainable production processes.
◯A person who is not limited to his or her own specialty, but has the drive and energy to actively
collaborate with experts in other fields to create pathways to solving issues for sustainability.
◯Those who are willing to actively engage with local industry and play a leadership role in thedevelopment of local industry.
Division of Health Sciences
The objective of this major is to nurture individuals who can contribute to the creation of sustainablecommunities through the systematic establishment of community-based healthcare and thedevelopment of medical devices. We seek applicants with the following abilities and qualities:◯Applicants must have a master's degree (Health Sciences) awarded by the University's Department
of Health Care Systems Science, or have academic ability equivalent to such a degree.
◯Ability to create and execute new ideas, cooperate with others, and take initiative to systematically1build sustainable healthcare.
◯Desire to contribute to people's health and well-being and have a clear vision of their future career
path as an advanced healthcare professional, researcher, or educator.
Division of Glocal Cultures
The objective of this major is to nurture individuals who can work to resolve international andregional issues, to propose visionary and comprehensive paths in order to achieve a sustainable
society from a humanities and social science perspective. We seek applicants with the following
abilities and qualities:◯Obtained a master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education and have knowledgeof the fundamentals of a specialized field.
◯Ability to use creativity and historical understanding to deepen their expertise in language andculture studies, political economy, and tourism studies, and propose visionary and comprehensive
paths that are not bound by the existing frameworks within academia.
◯Have the abilities and skills necessary to identify and resolve issues related to the sustainability of
Minami-Kaga (the southern area of Ishikawa Prefecture), the Hokuriku region, and globally.
◯Those who are equipped with the abilities and skills necessary to identify and solve various
sustainability issues in Minami-Kaga and Hokuriku and the international community, who areproud of their own culture, who have developed the ability to explore the cultural diversity of theirlocal communities, and who wish to play a leadership role in solving local problems.

２．Number of Applicants and Admission Periods
Division

Quotas for Admission

Division of Production
System Science
Division of Health
Sciences
Division of Glocal
Cultures

2
1
1

Total

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３．Application Qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following criteria. In addition to the general eligibility
requirements, there are also some specific requirements that individual applications must meet.
Please refer to the relevant page of each division’s admission procedures.
Applicants should:① have master's degree or a professional degree, or those who expect to obtain one by March 31,
2024.
② have received a master's degree or a degree equivalent to a professional degree from a foreigncountry, or expect to receive such a degree by March 31, 2024.
③ have been awarded a master's degree or a degree equivalent to a professional degree by March
31, 2024, after completing an educational institution in Japan that is recognized in the school
education system of the foreign country as having a graduate school curriculum in the foreigncountry.
④ have received a master's degree or a degree equivalent to a professional degree by completingcorrespondence courses offered by foreign schools in Japan, and persons who expect to receive
such a degree by March 31, 2024.
⑤ have completed a program at the United Nations University, which was established pursuant
to a resolution adopted by the United Nations General Assembly on December 11th, 1972,
and is prescribed in Article 1, Paragraph 2 of the Act on Special Measures Incidental to
Enforcement of the “Agreement between the United Nations and Japan regarding theheadquarters of the United Nations University” (Act No. 72 of 1976)(Hereinafter referred to as the “United Nations university”), and has been conferred a degree
equivalent to a master’s degree or is expected to acquire one by March 31st, 2024
⑥ have taken an educational course at a school in a foreign country, an educational institution
designated in ③ above, or the United Nations University, and have passed or are expected topass by March 31, 2024 the examination and screening prescribed in Article 16-2 of theStandards for the Establishment of Graduate Schools, and who are recognized by the
Graduate School as having academic ability equivalent or superior to that of a master's degree
holder.
⑦ be persons designated by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology(1) Those who have graduated from a university, etc. and have been engaged in research at auniversity, research institute, etc. for two years or more, and who are recognized by thegraduate school as having academic ability equivalent to a person with a master's degree.
(2) A person who has completed 16 years of school education in a foreign country or 16 yearsof correspondence courses provided by a foreign school in Japan, and who has been engaged
in research at a university or research institute for 2 years or more, and who is recognized by3

the graduate school as having academic ability equivalent or superior to a person with amaster's degree based on the results of said research.
⑧ be recognized by the Graduate School as having academic ability equivalent or superior to amaster's or professional degree, and who will reach 24 years of age by March 31, 2024.

４．Pre-screening of Application Eligibility
Those who wish to apply according to ⑥, ⑦,⑧ of "3. Application Qualifications" must complete theeligibility screening prior to the application period and deadlines.
(1) Documents to be submitted:
Documents

Notes

Application form for prescreening of eligibility
A statement of researchachievements

Please complete the attached form prescribed by the Graduate
School.
Please complete the attached form prescribed by the Graduate
School.

Certificate of completion

Please submit your final education.

Academic transcript

Outline of research ordevelopment work, etc.
Documents related toapplication qualification⑥

Return envelope for
notification of screening
results

For those who apply according to "Qualifications forApplication⑦" a letter from the dean (or president) of theapplicant's home university.
For those who apply according to "Qualifications forApplication ⑥ and ⑧", a certificate prepared by the headof the last school attended.
Please fill in Appendix Form 2 within 2,000 words.
（A4 or letter size, 5 sheets or less）
Those who are applying according to the application
qualification ⑥must submit a confirmation form for theexamination equivalent to the examination of basic skills
necessary for doctoral dissertation research and materials thatshow the criteria for passing the said examination.
Long 235 × 120 envelope with name and place of receipt
indicated, along with a 354 yen stamp attached to the envelope.
If the applicant is residing outside of Japan, please contact tothe graduate school office.

Note: For items written in languages other than Japanese or English, please attach a Japaneseor English translation.

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(2)Submission period and notification of screening results

Division

Submission Period

Notification of
Screening Results

Period/Process

Schedule

Division of Production
System Science

2023

October 6 ( Fri.)

Division of Health Sciences

2023

October 6 ( Fri.)

Division of Glocal Cultures

2023

October 27 ( Fri.)

Division of Production
System Science

2023 Mid-October

Division of Health Sciences

2023 Mid-October

Division of Glocal Cultures

2023 Early November

Notes1: Application documents must be sent by mail (registered express mail, Letter Pack, or EMS
only) and must arrive no later than the last day of the application period.
2: Applicants will be notified of the screening results by mail.
(3) Mailing address
Graduate School Office, Student Affairs Division, Komatsu University
Nu 1-3, Shicho-machi, Komatsu, Ishikawa 923-8511, Japan
Phone：+81-761-41-6700
When sending by mail, please write "Application for Prequalification for the Graduate School of
Sustainable Systems Science (Doctoral Program)" in red on the front of the envelope.
※The application will not be accepted directly at the University's office.

5５．Application Period and Deadlines
Division

Application Period and Deadlines

Division of Production System
Science2023

October 23 (Mon.) ～ October 27（Fri.）

Division of Health Sciences

2023

October 23 (Mon.) ～ October 27（Fri.）

Division of Glocal Cultures

2023

November 6 (Mon.) ～November 10 (Fri.)

Notes: Application documents must be sent by mail (registered express mail, Letter Pack, or EMS
only) and must arrive no later than the last day of the application period.

６．Application Procedures(1) Application procedure
Applicants are required to send the application documents in a single package attached to thisapplication guideline to the following address by registered express mail, Letter Pack, or EMS
within the application period.
※The application will not be accepted directly at the University's office.
Incomplete applications may not be accepted. In addition, admission may be revoked if any false
information is included in the application documents.
Mailing address
Graduate School Office, Student Affairs Division, Komatsu University
Nu 1-3, Shicho-machi, Komatsu, Ishikawa 923-8511, Japan
Phone：+81-761-41-6700
Please note that the University will not respond to inquiries regarding confirmation of the arrivalof application materials sent by mail. Please confirm the arrival of your application materials byusing the "Tracking Service" on the Japan Post website.
Once the application materials have been received, they will not be returned or changed for any
reason. Admission may be revoked if any false information is found in the application materials.
When writing the application materials by hand, please use an indelible ballpoint pen.

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(2)Application materials①Documents common to all majors
Documents
Application Form

Photograph Slip

Examination Voucher

Notes
Applicants should fill out the attached form prescribed by the Graduate
School.
Applicants must affix a photograph (full-face, upper body, without a hat,taken within three months prior to the application, 4 cm X 3 cm, color or
black-and-white, with the applicant's name and major clearly written on
the back) to the designated space on the attached photo slip.
Applicants should use the attached form prescribed by the University.
However, those who are expected to complete a master's degree and willcontinue on to the doctoral course are not required to apply (tentative).
After transferring the application fee, applicants should make sure that theseal of receipt from the financial institution is stamped on the "Certificate
of Transfer of Funds (for submission)," and affix it to the designated space

Entrance

on the application form.

Examination Fee

Please keep the receipt in a safe place.
For the payment, please refer to "(3) Payment of Application Fee" on page 9of this document.
However, those who are expected to complete a master's degree andcontinue on to the doctoral course do not need to pay an entrance
examination fee (tentative).
Applicants should fill out the attached long 3/4-size envelope with a valid
mailing address and affix a 354 yen stamp (including the express mail fee)on it. If the applicant is residing outside of Japan, Please contact to thegraduate school office.

Transfer Money
Certificate

Return Envelope for
Examination Voucher
with Official
Numbering
Certificate of (expected)
completion

Transcript

Master's thesis, etc

Certificate of completion (expected) of master's program of the graduate
school of the applicant's home university.
Those who are expected to complete a master's degree at the graduate
school of the university do not need to submit this certificate.
Prepared by the dean (or president) of the graduate school from which you
graduated.
a. Please fill in "Summary of Master's Thesis" (Appendix Form 1-1) or"Summary of Research or Development Work, etc." (Appendix Form 2)
within 2,000 words . (within 5 pages of A4 or letter size)
For those who are expected to complete their master's thesis, it should bea summary of the master's thesis and the progress of the research.
In addition to the above, applicants for the Glocal Culture major( applicants currently in master’s program or have master’s degrees )must submit a "Summary of Bachelor's Thesis" (Appendix Form 1-2).
b. Attach a copy of the research report. Attach reprints of papers, academic
lectures, patents, or other reference documents (copies) related to theresearch, etc., if any.
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[Notes.]
If the paper is written in a language other than Japanese or English,

Research Planplease also submit an abstract in Japanese or English.
Please describe your desired research theme and your future research planon the "Research Plan" (Appendix Form 3) prescribed by the Graduate
School.

Form 1-1 "Summary of Master's Thesis," Form 1-2 "Summary of Bachelor's Thesis," Form 2"Summary of Research or Development Work, etc.," and Form 3 "Research Plan" listed in the table
above may be prepared in the format (electronic data) available on the University's website, printed
on A4 size paper, and submitted.
Note 1: Applicants who fall under ⑥,⑦ or ⑧ of the application qualifications do not need to submit
the following documents again, as they have already been submitted in the preliminary screening for
application qualifications.
・Certificate of Completion" (for the last school attended)・Transcripts" (from the last school attended)
・Summary of research or development work, etc. (Form optional, books, papers, recommendations,etc.)・For those who apply according to the application qualification ⑥, the confirmation form for theexamination equivalent to the examination of basic skills necessary for doctoral dissertation
research, and materials that show the criteria for passing the said examination.
②The following documents should be submitted only if applicable.
Documents

Notes
Foreign nationals residing in Japan should submit a copy of their resident

Copy of Residence
Card;
Copy of Passport

Official copy of part offamily registercard (front and back) and a copy of their passport (page showing
nationality, name, gender, and date of birth).
International applicants who do not reside in Japan should submit a copyof their passport only.
※ Please use the name on the above certificates on the application form.
If the information on the transcripts or other documentation is different
from that on the application due to a change of family name, etc., pleasesubmit one copy.

Application for Special

Applicants for the Special Selection for Working Adults who wish to apply

Exception forfor the Special Exception for Educational Programs under Article 14 of the

Educational Programs

Standards for the Establishment of Graduate Schools must submit theunder Article 14 of theattached form prescribed by the Graduate School.

Standards for the
Establishment ofGraduate Schools8Letter of permission for

Those who wish to remain employed at a government agency, company, ororganization must submit a letter of permission to take the examination

an examination

prepared by their department head (or supervisor) using the attachedform prescribed by the Graduate School.

Note: "Special Exception for Educational Programs Based on Article 14 of the Standards for the
Establishment of Graduate Schools" system
The Graduate School of Education has established a system of "Special Exception for Educational
Programs Based on Article 14 of the Standards for the Establishment of Graduate Schools" tofacilitate graduate school study for those who need it, such as those who are currently employed.
This system allows students to study flexibly under the permission and guidance of their supervisor
based on the curriculum stipulated in the graduate school regulations.
If you wish to apply for the system, please submit "Application for Special Exceptions to the
Educational Programs Based on Article 14 of the Standards for the Establishment of Graduate
Schools" at the time of application.

Reference: Standards for the Establishment of Graduate Schools (1974, Education Ministry
Ordinance No. 28) [Extract].
Article 14 In a graduate course, education may be provided by appropriate methods such as holdingclasses or research guidance at night or at other specified times or periods, when deemed necessary
for special educational purposes.

(3) Payment of application fee
The entrance examination fee is 30,000 yen.
※ The application fee is not required for those who are expected to complete the master's course andcontinue on to the doctoral course (tentative).
Please fill out the bank transfer request form attached to this application guideline and make thetransfer at a financial institution (bank, credit union, credit cooperative, agricultural cooperative, or
fishery cooperative) that allows money transfers at the teller window. Applicants are required to pay
the bank transfer fees.
Please note that financial institutions are closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays.
In addition, transfers from Japan Post Bank, post offices, ATMs (Automated Teller Machines), cell
phones, and personal computers will not be accepted.
【Refund of application fee】
In principle, the application fee is not refundable after the application documents are received.
However, applicants may apply for a refund, if you cancel your application after transferring theapplication fee. Please contact the university by Friday, March 8, 2024. Please note that a "receipt
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(copy for the applicant)" and a "certificate of bank transfer (for submission)" will be required for the
return procedure.

７．Admission Categories・Examination Schedule
Admission process of applicants includes a comprehensive evaluation of academic achievements,
oral examinations, research proposals, and grades from the applicant's home university.
The selection method and examination dates for each major are as follows:

Ⅰ．Applicants with Master’s Degrees《Division of Production System Science》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must meet one of the criteria listed in "3. Eligibility for Application" on page 3 of theseguidelines.
2. Examination
Comprehensive evaluation of abilities and qualities based on document review and oral
examination.
Exam

Content

Document
Review

A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and a research plan will be
evaluated.

Oral Examination

The test is designed to examine basic and applied specialized academic
skills, a willingness to study and engage in research, and English language
skills.

《Division of Health Sciences》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must meet one of the criteria listed in "3. Eligibility for Application" on page 3 of theseguidelines.
2. Examination
The applicant's ability will be comprehensively evaluated through a document review, an oral
examination, and an examination that tests the applicant's academic ability in the field ofspecialization and English language skills necessary for research in that field.
In addition, based on the applicant's academic transcripts, we will evaluate the applicant's
expertise and willingness to study in order to solve problems faced by health and welfare.
Exam
Document Review
Oral Examination

Content
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and a research plan will be
evaluated.
The test is designed to examine the academic ability in a specialized field
and the English language skills necessary to conduct research in that field.
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《Division of Glocal Cultures》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must meet one of the criteria listed in "3. Eligibility for Application" on page 3 of theseguidelines.
2. Examination
Comprehensive evaluation of the applicant's ability will be made through an examination of
documents, an oral examination, and an examination of the applicant's academic ability in thefield of specialization and foreign language skills necessary for research in the field.
Exam
Document
Review
Oral Examination

Content
A copy of the bachelor's thesis, master's thesis, or equivalent, and a
research plan will be evaluated.
Based on the academic transcript, we will evaluate the applicant's
expertise and willingness to study in order to solve problems facing thecommunity.

For information on the type of foreign language, please contact the Division Head. (See page 18of this guideline for contact information.)
Examination Dates, Subjects, and Examination venue (Undergraduate Applicants)
Division

Dates

Time
13:30～

Division of Production
System Science2023

November 11(Sat.)

Division of Health
Sciences2023

November 11(Sat.)

9:00～

Division of Glocal
Cultures2023

November 25(Sat.)

10:45～

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Examination Type

Examination
venue
Awazu Campus

Oral
Examination

Suehiro Campus

Central Campus

Ⅱ．Employed / Professional Applicants《Division of Production System Science》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must have at least two years of professional work experience at an educational or
research institution, government office, or company at the time of admission, continue to be
employed after admission, and have permission to take the examination from the head of theinstitution.
Applicants must notify the head of the division (see page18) prior to application.
2. Examination
The applicant’s competence and academic skills will be evaluated comprehensively based on oral
examinations and academic transcripts.
Exam
Document
Review
Oral
Examination

Content
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and research plan
The applicant's academic ability in the field of specialization, English
proficiency necessary for research in that field, and willingness to study
and commitment to research based on his/her experience as a working
adult will be examined.

《Division of Health Sciences》
1. Application requirements
Applicant must have a total of three years of work experience by March 31, 2024. The period of
attendance at schools (regular, evening, and correspondence schools), including universities, is
not included in the years of experience as a working adult. Applicants must meet one of theconditions listed in the "Application Qualifications" section on pages 3 and 4. Applicants must
notify the head of the division (see page 18) prior to application.
2. Examination
The applicant’s competence and academic abilities will be comprehensively evaluated basedon oral examinations and academic transcripts.
Exam
Content
Document
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and research plan
Review
The applicant's academic ability in the field of specialization, English
Oral
proficiency necessary for research in that field, and willingness to study
Examinationand commitment to research based on his/her experience as a working
adult will be examined.

《Division of Glocal Cultures》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must have a total of three years of work experience by March 31, 2024. The period12

of attendance at schools (regular, evening, and correspondence schools), including universities,
is not included in the years of experience as a working adult.
Applicants must meet one of the conditions listed in the "Application Qualifications" section on
pages 3 and 4. Applicants must notify the head of the division (see page 21) prior to application.
2. Examination
Based on a document review, oral examination, and academic transcripts, we will comprehensively
evaluate the applicant's expertise, willingness and ability to face and solve various problems facedby the community.
Exam
Document
Review
Oral
Examination

Content
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and research plan
The applicant's academic ability in the field of specialization, English
proficiency necessary for research in that field, and willingness to study
and commitment to research based on his/her experience as a working
adult will be examined.

Examination Dates, Subjects, and Examination venue (Employed / professional applicants)
Division

Dates

Time
13:30～

Division of Production
System Science2023

November 11(Sat.)

Division of Health
Sciences2023

November 11(Sat.)

9:00～

Division of Glocal
Cultures2023

November 25(Sat.)

10:45～

Examination Type

Examination
venue
Awazu Campus

Oral
Examination

Suehiro Campus

Central Campus

Ⅲ. International Applicants《Division of Production System Science》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must be non-Japanese nationals whose status of residence has been changed to"College Student" or is expected to be changed to "College Student" at the time of admission, andwho meet one of the criteria listed in 3. Those who are expected to graduate or have graduatedfrom the Department of Production Systems Science are not eligible to apply. Applicants must
notify the head of the division (see page20) in advance of application.
2. Examination
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The applicant's academic ability will be evaluated comprehensively through a document review,
an oral examination, and an examination that assesses the applicant's academic ability in thefield of specialization and the English and Japanese language skills necessary for research inthat field.
Exam
Document
Review
Oral
Examination

Content
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and research plan
The applicant's academic ability in his/her field of specialization and theEnglish and Japanese language skills necessary for research in that field
will be tested.
Based on the academic transcript, the applicant's willingness to study andcommitment to research will be examined《Division of Health Sciences》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must be non-Japanese nationals whose status of residence has been changed to"College Student" or is expected to be changed to "College Student" at the time of admission, andwho meet one of the criteria listed in 3. Applicants must inform the head of the division (see page18) before submitting their application.
2. Examination
The applicant's academic ability will be evaluated comprehensively through a document review,
an oral examination, and an examination that assesses the applicant's academic ability in thefield of specialization and the English and Japanese language skills necessary for research inthat field.
Exam
Document
Review
Oral
Examination

Content
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and research plan
The applicant's academic ability in his/her field of specialization and theEnglish and Japanese language skills necessary for research in that field
will be tested.
Based on the academic transcript, the applicant's willingness to study
and commitment to research will be examined《Division of Glocal Cultures》
1. Application requirements
Applicants must be non-Japanese nationals whose status of residence has been changed to"College Student" or is expected to be changed to "College Student" at the time of admission, andwho meet one of the criteria listed in 3. Applicants must inform the head of the division (see page18) before submitting their application.
2. Examination
The applicant's ability will be evaluated comprehensively through a document review, an oral
examination, and an examination that tests the applicant's academic ability in the field ofspecialization and foreign language and Japanese language skills necessary for research in the14

field.
ExamDocument
Review
Written or
Oral Examination

Content
A copy of the master's thesis or its equivalent and research plan
The applicant's academic ability in his/her field of specialization and theforeign language and Japanese language skills necessary for research inthat field will be examined.
Based on the academic transcript, the applicant's expertise andwillingness to study to solve problems facing the region will be examined

For information on foreign languages, please contact the Division Head.
Examination Dates, Subjects, and Examination venue (International applicants)
Division

Dates

Time
13:30～

Division of Production
System Science2023

November 11(Sat.)

Division of Health
Sciences2023

November 11(Sat.)

9:00～

Division of Glocal
Cultures2023

November 25(Sat.)

10:45～

Examination Type

Examination
venue
Awazu Campus

Oral
Examination

Suehiro Campus

Central Campus

8. Dispatch of Examination Voucher with Official Numbering
Division

Shipping Date

Division of Production
System Science2023

November 2 (Thu.)

2023

November 17 (Fri.)

Division of Health
Sciences
Division of Production
System Science
Notes:
1. Please be sure to bring your examination voucher with you on the day of the examination.
2. The examination number on the voucher is also required for admission procedures. Until then,please keep your examination voucher in a safe place.
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3. If the applicant is residing outside of Japan, Please contact to the graduate school office.

9. Announcement of Successful Candidates
Date of Acceptance Announcement

Division
Division of Production System Science
Division of Health Sciences2023

December 11 (Mon.)

Division of Glocal Cultures

The serial numbers on the examination vouchers of successful applicants will be announced on
the University's website, and notification of acceptance will be sent to them.
※ Please note that the University will not respond to inquiries by telephone regarding theacceptance or rejection of applications.
Komatsu University Website: https://www.komatsu-u.ac.jp/

10. Admission Procedures
The period and method of admission procedures will be announced in late February 2024 in the"Graduate School Admission Procedures Guidebook".

11．Admission and tuition fees, etc.
(1)Admission fee

282,000 yen(2) Tuition
585,800 yen (annual amount) 292,900 yen (same amount for the first and second semester)
Notes:
1. The above amounts are estimated, and if tuition fees are revised at the time of admission or
during the student's enrollment, the new tuition fees will be applied from the time of the revision.
2. There are exemptions and reductions for tuition fees.
(3) Method of payment of tuition fees
Tuition fees are paid by direct deposit account transfer, in which a bank designated by the16university automatically transfers tuition fees from a bank account opened by the student. For
details on the procedure, please refer to the "Payment of Tuition and Other Fees" which will besent together with the "Graduate School Admission Procedure Guidebook".

12．Prior Consultation with Students who have Special Needs for
Entrance Examination and Study
Applicants with special needs or considerations for examination and study should submit thefollowing documents to the Graduate School Section, Student Affairs Division, Komatsu University,
listed in "18. Inquiries"
If you need to apply after the deadline due to unavoidable circumstances, etc., please
consult with us promptly by telephone or other means.

Major/Division

Deadline for Prior Consultation

Division of Production System Science

October 16, 2023 (Mon.)

Division of Health Sciences

October 16, 2023 (Mon.)

Division of Glocal Cultures

October 30, 2023 (Mon.)

Notes: Please submit the Advance Consultation Form in the format shown on the next page. If you
have any reference documents, please attach them as well.

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Consultation Form
Date Submitted
Date of birthApplicant Name

GenderMale・
Female〒Current address
Phone number

（

）

－

University that you
are attending, or
have graduated from（Name of University）

Name of the Division
you wish to pursue

Graduate School of Sustainable Systems Science
Division:

Admission Category※ Indicate for theapplicable
category.

（Year of Graduation）
graduation or expected to graduate・Applicant with a master’s degree
・Employed / professional applicants・International applicant

Type and degree of
disability

Examinations andstudy conditions you
wish to be taken into
consideration
Matters that weretaken into
consideration at theuniversity

Daily living
conditions
Reference
Documents※ Indicate theapplicable
category

・ Medical certificate (issued within three months from the date ofsubmission)・Copy of disability certificate
・Other（）

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13．Privacy Policy
In accordance with the Act on the Protection of Personal Information Held by Independent
Administrative Agencies, and the university's internal management regulations, Komatsu
University is committed to the appropriate management and protection of personal information.
Concerning all personal information obtained by Komatsu University through the admission
process of applicants and all personal information contained in documents submitted at the time ofenrollment procedures, and otherwise specified in the application guidelines of the graduate school,
the University will use personal information only for the following purposes. Applicants’ personal
information will not be used for any other purposes.
(1) Evaluation of applicants for admission and admission procedures(2) Post-enrollment management, academic guidance, and health management such as medical
checkups.
(3) On-campus services such as the use of the university portal site, use of the university LAN, theuse of the library, and the lending of books(4) Services to support students, such as entrance fee waivers, tuition fee waivers, scholarships, etc.
(5) Services related to the payment of entrance and tuition fees, and necessary services at financial
institutions to which the payment services are outsourced.
(6) Research and surveys related to the applicants’ admission in a form that does not allow individuals
to be identified.
(7) Public relations for current students and their families and operations related to the endowment
fund (donations).
(8) Services related to surveys of graduates' academic achievements, support for alumni associations
and foundation activities, and the associated public relations through the University.
(9) Other statistical analyses related to public activities that cannot be identified by an individual.

14. Long-term enrollment system
The long-term enrollment system allows students who have difficulty in studying due to occupationalor other reasons to take a planned educational course of study for a period of time beyond the standard
working years. The Graduate School allows students to enroll in the program for a maximum of six
years.
If approved at the time of admission, the total amount of tuition paid for the normal term of study (3years) will be divided equally each semester during the approved extended period of study.
Those who are eligible to apply for the long-term enrollment are those who fall under any of thefollowing conditions and have difficulty in completing their studies within the standard term of study.

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(1) Those who are employed(2) Those engaged in housework, childcare, nursing care, etc.
(3) Persons with physical disabilities, intellectual disabilities, mental disabilities (including
developmental disabilities)
If you wish to use the long-term enrollment system, please inform us of your wish in "18. Inquiries"
on page 25 of this guidebook during the application period.

15．Prior Contact with Division Directors
Please note that applicants for the following categories must notify the head of the division to which
they wish to apply before the application period.
• Applicants with master’s degrees• Employed / professional applicants• International applicantsContact Information
Division
Division of Production
System Science

Director

Phone Number

Email Address

0761-48-3136

yoshio.iwata@komatsu-u.ac.jp0761-48-3207

jun.hirayama@komatsu-u.ac.jp0761-48-3276

toru.okamura@komatsu-u.ac.jp(Division Head)
Professor Yoshio Iwata(Acting Division Head)

Division of Health Sciences

Professor Jun Hirayama

Division of Glocal Cultures

Professor Toru Okamura(Division Head)

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16．List of Faculty Members and their Research Fields[as of April 1, 2024]

Faculty members marked with (◆) cannot be selected as a primary supervisor.
Division of Production System Science
Field of Study

Energy andEngineering

Materials andProcessing

Dynamics andRobotics

Electrical andElectronic
Engineering

Information
ScienceAcademic Staff

Position

Shigeo Kimura◆

Professor

Energy Engineering,

Yoichi Utanohara

Professor

Energy Engineering

Nobuyoshi
Kawabata

Professor

Fluid Engineering, Safety Engineering

Hiroshi Tamura

Professor

Mathematical Physics

Junichi Takayama

Professor

Hiroyuki Kagawa

Professor

Akira Hosokawa

Professor

Precision machining / Production engineering

Motohiro Kasuya

Associate Professor

Surface and Interface Science, Tribology

Yoshio Iwata

Professor

Shinobu Sakai

Professor

Jin-Xing Shi

Associate Professor

Masatoshi Hikitsu

Associate Professor

Mechatronics

Shinji Ikeda

Associate Professor

Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Nano andMicro Science

Yoshihiro Ueda

Professor

Data Science, Knowledge Sharing

Tatsuto Murayama

Professor

Information Theory, Statistical Mechanics

Susumu Shinohara

Professor

Applied Physics, Physics

Yusuke Kajiwara

Associate Professor

Division of Health Sciences
Field of Study
Academic Staff

Health Systems
Science

Integrated Care
Systems for older
adultsPosition

Research Interests

Civil Engineering (Transportation Engineering,
Urban Planning)
Mechanical Engineering, Health, and Sports
Science, Human and Medical Engineering

Dynamics of Machinery, Vibration Control, andIsolation
Sports Science, Design Engineering, Strength ofMaterials
Design Engineering, CAE, Computational
Mechanics

Artificial Intelligence, Human Informatics,
Human Biomedical Engineering

Research Interests
Infection Nursing, Basic Nursing, Nursing
Education

Michiko Ito◆

Professor

Hiroki Nakata

Professor

Basic Medicine

Jun Hirayama

Professor

Basic Biology

Jongho Lee

Professor

Human Informatics, Human Medical Engineering,Life Sciences

Mayumi Tokuda

Professor

Nursing, Health Sciences

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Yasunari Hashimoto

Professor

Human Informatics, Human Medical Engineering,
Brain Sciences

Yoshihisa Yamaoka

Professor

Human Medical Engineering

Yuko Matsui

Professor

Nursing, Health Sciences, Nursing Science andEngineering

Kazuhisa Fujita

Associate
Professor

Neuroscience, Human Informatics, Information
Science

MedicalTechnologies
Substituting
Physiological
FunctionsTetsuji Yamaoka

Professor

Biomedical Engineering, Biomaterials Science

Hiroki Kitaura

Professor

Akihiro Yamada

Associate
Professor

Neuroscience, Basic Medicine, Clinical Medicine
and Surgery
Human Medical Engineering, Electrical andElectronic Engineering, Clinical Surgery

Creation of
Sustainable
Societies

Yusuke Takagi

Professor

Pub1ic Health, Physiology, Nutritional Science

Yoshiko Kimori

Professor

Nursing, Nursing Science and Engineering

Hiroshi Yamamoto◆

President ・Professor
SpeciallyAppointed
Professor

Bioengineering for
HealthOther Related
FieldsShinichiro Morinaga◆

Division of Glocal Cultures
Field of
Academic Staff
Study

International
Tourism andRegional
Revitalization

Position

Existential Ethics, Applied Ethics

Research Interests
Anthropology of Tourism, Studies on Local Society
Participation in Tourism Development of Maya
Archaeological Parks
Archaeology, Cultural Resource Studies, Area
Studies
Tourism, Tourism Sociology, Accessible Tourism,
Local Tourism Development, Social Capital
Cultural Policy, International Comparison ofCultural Policy, Value of Arts and Culture
Psychology, Psychological Influence with Rapid
Social Development as Tourist Destination
Regional Innovation System
Regional Advantage in a Global Economy
International Political Economy and Trade
Studies on Globalization and Emerging Economies
Area Studies, Media Studies, Studies on Media,
Politics, and Society in the Middle East
Modern Japanese and East Asian History, History
and Culture of Religion in Japan
Area Studies, Cultural Anthropology, Political
Anthropology

Shigeki Shakuya

Professor

Seiichi Nakamura

Professor

Fukiko Nakako

Professor

Yuki Asakura

Associate Professor

Makoto Kimura

Associate Professor

Takeharu Kiyoshi

Associate Professor

TadayukiIchinowatari

Associate Professor

Yushi Chiba

Associate Professor

Yijiang Zhong

Professor

Kaoru Nishijima

Lecturer

Toru Okamura

Professor

Sociolinguistics, Pidgin and Creole Linguistics

Bunei Kohara

Professor

Film Studies and Literature, Psychoanalytic,
Aesthetic, and Historical Approaches to American
Films

Social Sciences

Arts andHumanities

Basic Medicine, Diabetology, Biological Sciences

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Other related fields

Satoshi Nishimura

Professor

Toshihiko
Shimauchi

Professor

Japanese Literature, Japanese Classical Literatureand History of Noh
Linguistics, Research on English Teaching Based on
Second Language Acquisition Theories
Linguistics, Pragmatics, Contrastive Studies ofEnglish and Japanese

Miyuki Nagatsuji

Associate Professor

Takako Hashimoto

Associate Professor

Chinese Linguistics, Chinese Historical Phonology

Dennis Harmon II

Associate Professor

Identity, Education，Educational Philosophy, CrossCultural Encounters

Yoshimasa
Yokogawa◆

Professor

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Philosophy, Study of the arts, Literature

17．Map of Examination Venue（１）Awazu Campus, Komatsu University【address】Nu 1-3, Shicho-machi, Komatsu, Ishikawa 923-8511, Japan【Access】 About 12 minutes’ walk from JR Awazu Station【Major】Division of Production System Science（２）Suehiro Campus, Komatsu University【address】He 14-1, Mukaimotoori-machi, Komatsu, Ishikawa 923-0961, Japan【Access】Take a local bus from JR Komatsu Station and get off at "Shimin Byoin" (about
7 minutes), about a 3-minute walk; about a 23-minute walk from JR Komatsu Station【Major】Division of Health Sciences（３）Central Campus，Komatsu University【address】10-10, Doihara- machi, Komatsu, Ishikawa 923-0921, Japan【Access】About 1 minute walk from JR Komatsu Station【Major】Division of Glocal Cultures24

18．Inquiries
Monday through Friday (excluding national holidays) Operating Hours are between 9:00 a. m.
and 5:00 p.m.
Graduate School Office, Student Affairs Division, Komatsu University
Nu 1-3, Shicho-machi, Komatsu, Ishikawa 923-8511, Japan (Awazu Campus)
Phone：+81-761-41-6700

E-mail ： daigakuin@komatsu-u.ac.jp【Information in the event of unforeseen circumstances】
If the examination time, etc. is changed due to unforeseen circumstances, information will
be posted on the University's website as needed.
Komatsu University Website: https://www.komatsu-u.ac.jp/25