Diploma Policy of the Graduate School of Engineering
The purpose of the Kobe University Graduate School of Engineering is to conduct education
and research aimed at developing an understanding of nature to serve humanity, pursuing theprinciples of nature to solve social issues, and building a sustainable society in which people canlive in harmony with nature. In accordance with the educational philosophy of “shaping values
that generate creativity” and the research philosophy of “developing science and technology andpromoting their application to society,” the Graduate School of Engineering is committed tocontributing to the creation of a society where all can live happily and safely. Students are
expected to learn about cutting-edge technology in depth and develop a good understanding of
the impact that such technology has on society, which is made up of diverse values.
In order to achieve these objectives, the graduate school awards master’s degrees in accordancewith the following policies:
Master’s Program
Degree: Master of Engineering
Department of Architecture
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Architecture of the Graduate
School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described
below.
・Students must engage in studies in the master’s program of the graduate school for aminimum of two years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement andundertake the necessary independent study before passing the viva and final examination of
their master’s thesis or the results of their specific research themes. However, students who
demonstrate excellent performance may be allowed to complete their studies after the firstyear.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Architecture are expected to acquire thefollowing skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・High level specialized knowledge of architecture and a broad academic expertise, in
addition to the ability to think from an interdisciplinary perspective.
・Outstanding advanced expertise in architecture and the in-depth academic knowledge of a
researcher in this field.
・The ability to explore the social roles expected of architecture and to utilize their advanced
expertise and abilities to contribute towards the creation of a sustainable society.

Department of Architecture (Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course)
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Architecture (Digital
Medical Engineering Creation Course) of the Graduate School of Engineering awards

thisacademic degree in accordance with the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies in the master’s program of the graduate school for aminimum of two years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement andundertake the necessary independent study before passing the viva and final examination of
their master’s thesis or the results of their specific research themes. However, students who
demonstrate excellent performance may be allowed to complete their studies after the firstyear.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Architecture ( Digital Medical Engineering
Creation Course) are expected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out
in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・ The ability to develop specialized knowledge and multifaceted thinking in crossdisciplinary fields for life/medical science and engineering.
・ High level specialized knowledge of architecture and the ability to think from aninterdisciplinary perspective.
・Outstanding advanced expertise in architecture and the in-depth academic knowledge of a
researcher in this field.
・The ability to explore the social roles expected of architecture and to utilize their advanced
expertise and abilities to contribute towards the creation of a sustainable society.
Department of Civil Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Civil Engineering of theFaculty of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described
below.
・Students must engage in studies in the master’s program of the graduate school for aminimum of two years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement andundertake the necessary independent study before passing the viva and final examination of
their master’s thesis. However, students who demonstrate excellent performance may beallowed to complete their studies after the first year.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Civil Engineering are expected to acquire
the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・Advanced specialist competence.
・ Advanced practical expertise backed by diverse interdisciplinary perspectives andspecialized knowledge, which covers traditional civil engineering.
・Ability to address and solve unfamiliar problems by applying advanced technology.
・Ability to address problems in a comprehensive manner.
Department of Civil Engineering (Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course)
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Civil Engineering (Digital
Medical Engineering Creation Course) of the Faculty of Engineering, awards this academic
degree in accordance with the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies in the master’s program of the graduate school for a minimumof two years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertakethe necessary independent study before passing the viva and final examination of theirmaster’s thesis. However, students who demonstrate excellent performance may be allowed
to complete their studies after the first year.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Civil Engineering ( Digital Medical
Engineering Creation Course) are expected to acquire the following skills in addition to theabilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・The ability to develop specialized knowledge and multifaceted thinking in cross-disciplinary
fields for life/medical science and engineering.
・Advanced specialist competence.
・ Advanced practical expertise backed by diverse interdisciplinary perspectives andspecialized knowledge, which covers traditional civil engineering.
・Ability to address and solve unfamiliar problems by applying advanced technology.
・Ability to address problems in a comprehensive manner.
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering of the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordancewith the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of two years,
during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertake the necessary
independent study before passing the viva and final examination of their master’s thesis.
Students who demonstrate excellent research may complete the program before the end of
the two-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering areexpected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe
University Diploma Policy:

・Wide-ranging academic expertise and the ability think from an interdisciplinary perspective.
・Advanced knowledge and expertise related to the fields of physical electronics or computerand information engineering.
・The ability to apply knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering to creative thinking
to accomplish challenges.
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Digital Medical Engineering Creation
Course)Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering (Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course) of the Graduate School ofEngineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of two years, during
which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertake the necessary
independent study before passing the viva and final examination of their master’s thesis.
Students who demonstrate excellent research may complete the program before the end of the
two-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering(Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course) are expected to acquire the following skills in
addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy
・The ability to develop specialized knowledge and multifaceted thinking in cross-disciplinary
fields for life/medical science and engineering.
・Advanced knowledge and expertise related to the fields of physical electronics or computerand information engineering.
・The ability to apply knowledge of electrical and electronic engineering to creative thinking
to accomplish challenges.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Mechanical Engineering of
the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies
described below.
・Students must engage in studies in the master’s program of the graduate school for a minimumof two years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertakethe necessary independent study before passing the viva and final examination of theirmaster’s thesis. Students who demonstrate excellent performance may complete the program
before the end of the two-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Mechanical Engineering are expected toacquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma
Policy:・Diverse knowledge and experience equipped with international awareness, and advanced
basic academic competence.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of thermo-fluid dynamics,
and the ability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of material physics, and theability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of mechanical control, andthe ability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of mechanical design andmanufacturing, and the ability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・Outstanding advanced expertise in research and development as an engineer in the field of
mechanical engineering equipped with the above specialized knowledge.
Department of Mechanical Engineering (Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course)
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Mechanical Engineering(Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course) of the Graduate School of Engineering awards
this academic degree in accordance with the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies in the master’s program of the graduate school for a minimumof two years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertakethe necessary independent study before passing the viva and final examination of theirmaster’s thesis. Students who demonstrate excellent performance may complete the program
before the end of the two-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Mechanical Engineering (Digital Medical
Engineering Creation Course) are expected to acquire the following skills in addition to theabilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・The ability to develop specialized knowledge and multifaceted thinking in cross-disciplinary
fields for life/medical science and engineering.
・Diverse knowledge and experience equipped with international awareness, and advanced
basic academic competence.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of thermo-fluid dynamics, andthe ability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of material physics, and theability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of mechanical control, and theability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・In-depth knowledge and competence in research in the fields of mechanical design andmanufacturing, and the ability to pursue high-level specialist vocations.
・Outstanding advanced expertise in research and development as a researcher in the field of
mechanical engineering equipped with the above specialized knowledge.
Department of Chemical Science and Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Chemical Science andEngineering of the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordancewith the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of two years, andmeet the credit requirements necessary for their programs. Students who demonstrate
excellent research may complete the program before the end of the two-year term.
・Under their supervisors’ guidance, students must submit a master’s thesis based on researchthat they have conducted, employing an advanced research methodology in the field ofchemical science and engineering.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Chemical Science and Engineering areexpected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe
University Diploma Policy:
・ Wide-ranging academic expertise in engineering and the ability to think from aninternational perspective.
・In-depth academic knowledge and expertise in chemical science and engineering.
・The ability to conduct advanced research by applying knowledge and expertise in chemical
science and engineering to the discussion and resolution of social issues.
Department of Chemical Science and Engineering (Digital Medical Engineering Creation
Course)Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Chemical Science andEngineering (Digital Medical Engineering Creation Course) of the Graduate School ofEngineering, awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of two years, andmeet the credit requirements necessary for their programs. Students who demonstrate
excellent research may complete the program before the end of the two-year term.
・Under their supervisors’ guidance, students must submit a master’s thesis based on researchthat they have conducted, employing an advanced research methodology in the field ofchemical science and engineering.

・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Chemical Science and Engineering (Digital
Medical Engineering Creation Course) are expected to acquire the following skills in addition
to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・The ability to develop specialized knowledge and multifaceted thinking in cross-disciplinary
fields for life/medical science and engineering.
・ In-depth academic knowledge and expertise in the fields of chemical science andengineering.
・ Competence in advanced research to discuss and address social challenges using theknowledge and expertise in chemical science and engineering as well as in health, welfare
and medical engineering.
Doctoral Program
Department of Architecture
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Architecture of the Graduate
School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described
below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of three years,
and meet the credit requirements necessary for their programs. Students who demonstrate
excellent research may complete the program before the end of the three-year term.
・Under their supervisors’ guidance, students must submit a doctoral dissertation based on
research that they have conducted, employing an advanced research methodology in the fieldof architecture.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Architecture are expected to acquire thefollowing skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy::
・Highly advanced specialist knowledge of architecture and rich academic expertise, in
addition to the ability to think from an interdisciplinary perspective.
・Outstanding advanced expertise in architecture and the in-depth academic knowledge of a
researcher in this field.
・The ability to succeed as a self-reliant researcher based on expertise in architecture
・The ability to explore the social roles expected of architecture and to contribute towards
scientific developments for the realization of a sustainable society
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy

Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Architecture of the
Graduate School of Engineering, awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies
described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of three years,
and meet the credit requirements necessary for their programs. Students who demonstrate
excellence in research may complete the program before the end of the three-year term.
・Under their supervisors’ guidance, students must submit a doctoral dissertation based on
research that they have conducted, employing an advanced research methodology in the fieldof architecture.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Architecture are expected to acquire thefollowing skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy :・Highly advanced specialist knowledge of architecture as well as rich academic expertiseand the ability to think from an interdisciplinary perspective
・Outstanding and excellent advanced expertise in architecture and rich academic knowledge
to be acquired as a researcher in this field.
・ The ability to succeed as a self-reliant researcher with architectural expertise ininterdisciplinary fields.
・The ability to explore the social roles expected of architecture and to contribute towards
comprehensive academic developments for the realization of a sustainable society.
Department of Civil Engineering
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Civil Engineering of theFaculty of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described
below.
・Students must engage in studies in the doctoral program of the graduate school for aminimum of three years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement
and undertake the necessary independent study with research guidance mainly given froman engineering perspective before passing the viva and final examination of their doctoral
dissertation. However, students who demonstrate excellent performance may be allowed tocomplete their studies after the first year (for those who completed their Master’s programin less than two years, the minimum period is three years including the time spent studying
the Master’s program).
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Civil Engineering are expected to acquire
the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy :・Advanced specialist competence.
・ Advanced practical expertise backed by diverse interdisciplinary perspectives andspecialist knowledge, which covers traditional civil engineering.
・Ability to address and solve unfamiliar problems.
・Ability to address problems in a comprehensive manner.
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Civil Engineering of theFaculty of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies described
below.
・Students must engage in studies in the doctoral program of the graduate school for aminimum of three years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement
and undertake the necessary independent study with research guidance mainly given fromtheperspective of an interdisciplinary academic field) before passing the viva and final

examination of their doctoral dissertation. However, students who demonstrate excellent
performance may be allowed to complete their studies after the first year (for those whocompleted their Master’s program in less than two years, the minimum period is three years
including the time spent studying the Master’s program).
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Civil Engineering are expected to acquire
the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma Policy:
・Advanced specialist competence.
・ Advanced practical expertise backed by diverse interdisciplinary perspectives andspecialist knowledge, which covers traditional civil engineering.
・Ability to address and solve unfamiliar problems.
・Ability to address problems in a comprehensive manner.
Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering of the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordancewith the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of three years,
during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertake the necessary
independent study with research guidance mainly given from an engineering perspective
before passing the viva and final examination of their doctoral dissertation Students who

demonstrate excellence in research may complete the program before the end of the threeyear term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering areexpected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe
University Diploma Policy :・In-depth academic expertise and ability to think from an interdisciplinary perspective.
・Advanced knowledge in relation to the fields of physical electronics or computer andinformation engineering and the ability to apply this knowledge.
・Ability to identify challenges from a variety of perspectives, and address them throughcreative thinking.
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Electrical and Electronic
Engineering of the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordancewith the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of three years,
during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement and undertake the necessary
independent study with research guidance mainly given from the perspective of aninterdisciplinary academic field before passing the viva and final examination of theirdoctoral dissertation. Students who demonstrate excellence in research may complete theprogram before the end of the two-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering areexpected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe
University Diploma Policy :・In-depth academic expertise and the ability to think from an interdisciplinary perspective.
・Advanced knowledge in relation to the fields of physical electronics or computer andinformation engineering and the ability to apply this knowledge.
・Ability to identify challenges from a variety of perspectives, and address them throughcreative thinking.
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Mechanical Engineering of
the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies
described below.

・Students must engage in studies in the doctoral program of the graduate school for aminimum of three years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement
and undertake the necessary independent study with research guidance mainly given on anengineering perspective before passing the viva and final examination of their doctoral
dissertation. Students who demonstrate excellence in research may complete the program
before the end of the three-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Mechanical Engineering are expected toacquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma
Policy :・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of thermo-fluid
dynamics
・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of material physics
・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of mechanicalcontrol・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of mechanicaldesign and manufacturing
・Advanced competence in research enabling them to handle diverse study areas as a selfreliant researcher
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Mechanical Engineering of
the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordance with the policies
described below.
・Students must engage in studies in the doctoral program of the graduate school for aminimum of three years, during which they must satisfy the minimum credit requirement
and undertake the necessary independent study with research guidance mainly based on theperspective of an interdisciplinary academic field before passing the viva and final
examination of their doctoral dissertation. Students who demonstrate excellence in research
may complete the program before the end of the three-year term.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Mechanical Engineering are expected toacquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe University Diploma
Policy :・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of thermo-fluid
dynamics.
・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of material physics.
・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of mechanicalcontrol.
・Advanced competence in research based on rich knowledge of the fields of mechanicaldesign and manufacturing.
・Advanced competence in research enabling them to handle diverse study areas as a selfreliant researcher.
Department of Chemical Science and Engineering
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Chemical Science andEngineering of the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordancewith the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of three years,
and meet the credit requirements necessary for their programs. Students who demonstrate
excellence in research may complete the program before the end of the two-year term.
・ Students must submit a doctoral dissertation based on research that they conducted,
employing an advanced research methodology in the field of chemical science andengineering with their supervisors’ guidance.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Chemical Science and Engineering areexpected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe
University Diploma Policy :・Rich, in-depth academic knowledge of engineering and the ability to think from aninternational perspective.
・In-depth academic knowledge and advanced expertise in chemical science and engineering.
・The ability to conduct research by applying academic knowledge and expertise in chemical
science and engineering to the identification and resolution of social issues.
・The ability to succeed as a self-reliant researcher in engineering based on their expertisein chemical science and engineering.
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Based on the Kobe University Diploma Policy, the Department of Chemical Science andEngineering of the Graduate School of Engineering awards this academic degree in accordancewith the policies described below.
・Students must engage in studies within the graduate school for a minimum of three years,
and meet the credit requirements necessary for their programs. Students who demonstrate
excellence in research may complete the program before the end of the two-year term.

・Students must submit a doctoral dissertation based on the research which is conducted bythem, employing an advanced research methodology in the field of chemical science andengineering with their supervisors’ guidance.
・Prior to completion, students of the Department of Chemical Science and Engineering areexpected to acquire the following skills in addition to the abilities set out in the Kobe
University Diploma Policy :・Rich, in-depth academic knowledge of engineering and the ability to think from aninternational perspective
・In-depth academic knowledge and advanced expertise in chemical science and engineering.
・Excellent competence in research enabling them to identify and address social challenges
using their knowledge and expertise in chemical science and engineering
・The ability to succeed as a self-reliant researcher in interdisciplinary fields based on theirexpertise in chemical science and engineering.・Excellent competence in research enablingthem to identify and address social challenges using their knowledge and expertise inchemical science and engineering
・The ability to succeed as a self-reliant researcher in interdisciplinary fields based on theirexpertise in chemical science and engineering.