Kyoto Gakuen University

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Kyoto Gakuen University was rebranded as Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS) in 2019, transforming into an institution with a strong international focus. It is best known for its innovative, industry-oriented approach, particularly within its Faculty of Engineering, which offers a comprehensive range of programs taught entirely in English. KUAS actively recruits international students, providing dedicated support services, a global campus environment, and various exchange opportunities to ensure a smooth transition and enriching academic experience. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to practical learning and collaboration with leading companies, preparing students for immediate impact in global industries.

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Kyoto University of Advanced Science (京都先端科学大学, Kyōto sentan kagaku daigaku; KUAS), formerly Kyoto Gakuen University, is a private university located in Ukyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan. Originally founded as a trade school in 1925 and established as university in 1969, KUAS was refounded in 2019 under the leadership of Shigenobu Nagamori. Its two campuses are located in Ukyō-ku, Kyoto City, and Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture. The university is organized into five faculties and five graduate schools. The undergraduate faculties include the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, the Faculty of Humanities, the Faculty of Bioenvironmental Science, the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, and the Faculty of Engineering. The graduate schools include the Graduate School of Economics, the Graduate School of Business Administration, the Graduate School of Human Culture, the Graduate School of Bioenvironmental Science, and the Graduate School of Engineering. In 2020, the university's Faculty of Engineering...

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