In September 2003, the Graduate School of Science and Technology launched the International Graduate Program (taught in English) which enabled students from abroad to pursue further study without Japanese language proficiency. Currently around 200 international students are studying at the Graduate School of Science and Technology. In 2005, we have started the Double Degree programs with our partner institutions in Europe. When the students fulfill the degree requirements of both Keio and their home institutions, they will be awarded with the degrees from both Keio University and his/her home institution.
Graduate School of Science and Technology
Starting in 2026, the Graduate School of Science and Technology will be restructured into four new schools, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Life Science, and Informatics, Engineering and Design, and Informatics, Management, and Human Sciences. Each school has two or three curriculums.
School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
- Curriculum of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences
- Curriculum of Physics
- Curriculum of Applied Physics and Physico-Informatics
School of Chemistry, Life Science, and Informatics
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Curriculum of Molecular Chemistry and Chemical Biology
- Curriculum of Emerging Physico-Chemistry
- Curriculum of Biosciences and Informatics
School of Engineering and Design
- Curriculum of Mechanical Engineering
- Curriculum of Electronics and Electrical Engineering
- Curriculum of System Design Engineering
School of Informatics, Management, and Human Sciences
- Curriculum of Open Sciences
- Curriculum of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Curriculum (may be changed from April 2026)
The curriculum for the Master's program is divided into four categories: General courses, Specialized courses, Independent Study course and Graduate Research course. Regardless of their majors, students are free to take any of the General courses and Specialised courses to complete their programme to a total of at least 30 credits. Each lecture course is usually worth 2 credits.
Most of the courses are offered on a semester system consisting of Spring semester (April-July) and Fall semester (September-January). Some courses are offered on a quarter system (twice a week) or in a short-term intensive format.
Selection of Advisor
To apply for the International Graduate Program, finding an academic advisor is vital as our graduate program is a research-oriented program. You can use "Staff Profile" tool to find more information on our faculty members including contact information.
Before submitting your application, choose your prospective research advisor among our faculty members who are qualifed as thesis advisors.
Please contact your prospective research advisor to discuss your research plan thoroughly. Applicants who have failed to do this prior to submitting their applications have a much smaller chance of acceptance.
Requirements for Completion (may be changed from April 2026)
To complete the Master's Program at Graduate School of Science and Technology, students need to study in the program at least two academic years and complete at least 30 credits, including 4 credits of Independent Study and 6 credits of Graduate Research 1. Upon completion, students need to submit their Master's thesis and get it approved.
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Course Category |
Credit Number |
Notes |
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Independent Study （課題研究科目） |
4 credits |
Should be registered in the first year of the program. |
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Graduate Research 1 （特別研究第１） |
6 credits |
Should be registered in the second year of the program after completing at least 16 credits including Independent Study in the first year. |
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General Courses （総合科目） |
20 credits |
Up to 6 credits can be counted to fulfill your degree requirement. |
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Specialized Courses （専門科目） |
No upper limit for credit numbers. |
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TOTAL |
30 credits |
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Free Elective Courses （自由科目） |
- |
Free Elective Courses are optional, and cannot be counted towards your degree requirement. (e.g. Japanese) |
Degrees Offered
Students who complete the program will obtain the following degrees depend on the school they belong to.
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School |
Type of Degree Offered |
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School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
Master of Science in Engineering or Master of Science |
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School of Chemistry, Life Science, and Informatics |
Master of Science in Engineering or Master of Science |
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School of Engineering and Design |
Master of Science in Engineering or Master of Science |
| School of Informatics, Management, and Human Sciences |
Master of Science in Engineering |
Applications
Before applying, please read through the following Application Guide carefully.
- Please contact International Office at your home institution for nomination procedure.
- Once you are nominated, check the application guide thoroughly.
- You need to find a prospective supervisor and get accepted by him/her to conduct research and complete Master's thesis under his/her supervision.
- Prepare the required documents and apply online. (The application can be completed online, the applicants don't need to send the origianl documents to admission office by post service.
*Applicants for Double Degree Program are not required to submit TOEFL/IELTS or GRE scores.
Prescribed Application Forms
Official Letter from Home Institution
Application Schedule
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Double Degree Program |
DD-Application Period I |
DD-Application Period II |
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Online Application Period |
9:00, September 1 ー |
9:00, February 1 ー |
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Announcement of results |
Mid-January, 2026 |
Mid-June, 2026 |
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Enrollment |
September 2026 |
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Partner Institutions
as of September 2025
Belgium
- Université catholique de Louvain
- Université libre de Bruxelles
France
- Groupe des Écoles Centrales
- IMT Atlantique
- MINES Paris -PSL
Germany
- Leibniz Universität Hannover
- RWTH Aachen University
- Technische Universität München
Italy
- Politecnico di Milano
Spain
- Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
Sweden
- KTH Royal Insitute of Technology
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Contact Us
If you have any inquiries about the Double Degree Program offered by Graduate School of Science and Technology, kindly contact the Office of Student Services (International) at Yagami Campus.
Office of Student Services (International)
Graduate School of Science and Techhnology
Keio University Yagami Campus
3-14-1 Hiyoshi Kohoku-ku Yokohama 223-8522
TEL: +81(0)-45-566-1468
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