Overview of Education and Researchat Nagoya University

Harmonious Development of
Human Nature and Science

Throughout its long and distinguished history, Nagoya University (NU) has
contributed to cultural enrichment and the development of science andtechnology by placing creativity at the center of its educational andresearch activities. NU is a leading university with a strong focus on
research, and aims to pursue truth in diverse academic disciplines throughinnovative research activities, an aspiration reflected in the university’ sAcademic Charter. As a seat of learning, NU’ s basic philosophy calls forthe cultivation of "Yuuki-aru Chishiki-jin" – individuals who not only excel inlogical thinking, but also embrace the power of the imagination – byapplying an educational framework grounded in student initiative.
Based on a tradition of open-mindedness that transcends existingboundaries, NU’ s academic culture encourages (1) the development of
actual products via the application of technologies, (2) the design ofpractical systems and novel structures, and (3) the nurturing of young
minds and original talents that will go on to establish new academic
disciplines and global industries. Our overarching aim is to cultivate future
leaders who are endowed with true courage and intellect.

Outstanding Research
Accomplishments
Nobel Prize
2001 Chemistry2008 Physics & Chemistry

Koto(Frameworks)

MonoTsukuri(Development)

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NU degrees are awarded upon fulfillment of two conditions:
1) students must have been enrolled for the entire duration of theirprogram, 2) students must have acquired the requisite academic
knowledge and capabilities for graduation, in line with the objectives andcriteria outlined by their affiliated School, which in turn reflect theeducational aims as stipulated in the NU academic philosophy andGeneral Rules.

Educational Aims

Leaders

The School of Law seeks to develop individuals who are able toaddress the problems of modern society forming precise yetcomprehensive judgments based on legal and political expertise.

The School of Economics seeks to develop individuals who, having
acquired relevant knowledge of economics and leadership abilities,
can respond to and help solve the economic challenges of our time.

The Guiding Principles for Yuuki-aru Chishiki-jin is conceived
by the Office of Planning and Evaluation.

Curriculum Policy
By taking advantage of being a leading university with a wide disciplinebase, NU’ s unique and varied curricula have been systematicallydesigned to support its aim of furthering the university goals.
Education at NU is built around the distinguishing characteristics of eachparticular academic discipline and underpinned by appropriate faculty
support. The forward-looking curricula and active learning facilities arefurther enhanced with a diverse blend of class formats.

Yuuki-aru Chishiki-jin®
Leaders with True Courage and Intellect

The School of Education seeks to develop individuals who canidentify problems surrounding education and personal growth,and address these using various approaches derived from theprinciples of pedagogy and psychology.

NU regards the cultivation of logical thought and imagination as ofparamount importance. These two qualities are essential to help students
grow and behave in accordance with the Guiding Principles for Yuuki-aru
Chishiki-jin:•Seize Opportunities,•Undertake Difﬁcult Challenges,• Nurture Autonomy and Initiative.
Accordingly, NU welcomes individuals from all over the world who, inaddition to a solid basis of academic skills, possess a “well-rounded
personality" that expresses itself through a “proactive and creative minds“or “spirit of scientific Inquiry."(Products)

Diploma Policy

The School of Letters seeks to develop individuals with a profoundinsight into their fellow human beings and a keen interest inlanguage, as well as an understanding of the human mind andbehavior, and a logical approach to the humanities.

Admissions Policy

Seize opportunities
Undertake difficult challenges
Nurture autonomy and initiative

The School of Agricultural Sciences seeks to develop individuals
with knowledge and training in agricultural sciences, who are able
to contribute to society through their humane attitude toward allliving organisms, comprehensive decision-making abilities, andcreative problem-solving skills.

The School of Engineering develops individuals who acquire theacademic knowledge and capabilities necessary to makebreakthroughs in new fields of engineering and convert theirinterest in the sciences into tangible social contributions.

The School of Medicine seeks to develop individuals with a logicalmindset, strong ethics, and a profoundly humane character, whocan utilize their creativity and sense of personal mission to help
advance the fields of medical treatment and research.

Proactive andSpirit ofCreative Minds Scientific Inquiry
Well-rounded
Personality

Educational Policies

The School of Science aims to develop individuals capable of original
and flexible thoughts, with an inquiring mind that seeks to understandthe fundamental principles of nature.

The School of Informatics and Sciences aims to develop
individuals who are well-versed in information literacy and able toshape solutions based on systems thinking to help solve theproblems mankind faces today.