Dean's Message

Kansai University is guided by its founding principle, “Gaku-no-Jitsuge” (Harmony between Academia & Society), which was proposed by Juntaro Yamaoka, the 11th President of Kansai University (1922–1925) and General Director. It emphasizes that a university should not merely serve as a place for the pursuit of academic truth. Rather, it should present visions for society and contribute to their realization by providing the knowledge and technologies required. In doing so, the university serves as a bridge between academic theory and practice in industry and government—embodying the ideal of harmony between theory and practice.”

This philosophy further calls upon the university to return its achievements to society while actively incorporating societal needs into academic inquiry, thereby contributing to a better future. In contemporary terms, it represents the foundation of industry-academia and industry-government-academia collaboration, and continues to exemplify the role that modern universities should aspire to fulfill.

Guided by this principle, the Graduate School of Science and Engineering at Kansai University is committed to cultivating highly capable, practice-oriented professionals who can contribute meaningfully to society. The Graduate School comprises three major fields: Engineering Science, Environmental and Urban Engineering, and Chemistry, Materials, and Bioengineering, each founded on the respective concepts of system creation, urban development, and product creation.

Within these majors, we have established nine specialized fields: Mathematics; Physics and Applied Physics; Mechanical Engineering; Electrical, Electronic and Information Engineering; Architecture; Civil, Environmental and Applied Systems Engineering; Chemical, Energy and Environmental Engineering; Chemistry and Materials Engineering; and Life Science and Biotechnology. This structure provides a comprehensive, systematically organized educational system that covers the diverse domains of science and engineering.

Our graduate mission is to cultivate the ability to understand the fundamental principles underlying advanced knowledge and emerging technologies, to address technological challenges from both hardware and software perspectives, and to apply materials function effectively across diverse systems, devices, and living organisms.

Technological innovation is advancing at a pace that far exceeds conventional expectations. In responding to such rapid changes, it is crucial to develop a deep understanding of fundamental principles, broaden our perspectives, and cultivate the flexibility needed to lead future transformations. While specific knowledge evolves over time, the underlying principles remain constant. Our educational programs are therefore designed to equip students with robust foundational expertise and adaptable skills, enabling them to respond effectively to evolving societal needs.

As part of our commitment to global education, we offer Double Degree (DD) Master’s Programs in collaboration with Justus Liebig University Giessen (Germany), National Central University (Taiwan), and Chung Yuan Christian University (Taiwan). Through one year of study and research at partner institutions, students earn master’s degrees from both Kansai University and the partner institution and develop the global competencies required to succeed on the international stage.

In this way, our graduate school provides an environment in which students can develop the capacity to address cutting-edge challenges in technological and societal systems, and to emerge as leaders of the next generation in academia and industry worldwide. We warmly welcome motivated students with a strong spirit who are eager to think independently, act proactively, and acquire advanced knowledge and skills at the ever-evolving Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Kansai University.