Chemistry

Chemistry explores the structures, properties, interactions, and transformation of materials. In recent years, chemistry has evolved to incorporate various areas of science, and its target materials have expanded from conventional substances to those relating to the ocean, the atmosphere, and the cosmos. In order to equip students with a broad knowledge of science and a capability to develop new ideas and multidisciplinary fields in chemistry, our department has established a wide range of research and education fields, including Molecular Structure and Dynamics, Material Physical Chemistry, Chemical Reaction Dynamics, Solid State Chemistry, Solution Chemistry, Physical Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Reaction Chemistry, Biomolecular Science, and Organic Molecular Structure and Function.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be foreign nationals who do not hold Japanese nationality and have successfully completed 12 years of school education or the equivalent. Those who are expected to graduate by March 31 of the year they are entering are also eligible.
• Those who have taken “Examinations for Japanese University for International Students EJU” and the examinations conducted by each Faculty, and earned sufficient scores required by the Faculty.

*Since most undergraduate classes are taught in Japanese, an advanced level of Japanese language skill is required in order to be enrolled as undergraduate students. Many degree-seeking international undergraduate students first study Japanese courses at private language schools before entering Kobe University.

Selection Method

“Entrance Examination for Privately-financed International Students” is conducted by each Faculty. Students are selected based on the combination of faculty examinations, interview, the test results of EJU, and academic records. Examination subjects vary according to each Faculty.

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Admission Fee Waiver Program

Kobe University offers an admission fee waiver program that exempts the entire or half of the admission fee. Students who have significant difficulty in paying the admission fee for economic reasons may apply (applicable only to degree-seeking students). Selection is based on the application.

Tuition Waiver Program

Kobe University offers a tuition waiver program that exempts the entire or half of the tuition fee. Students who have outstanding academic records yet are having difficulty paying the tuition for economic reasons may apply (applicable only to degree-seeking students). Selection is based on the application. Note that due to a limited budget, not all applicants will be granted the exemption.