Miyazaki University

About

Miyazaki University, a national institution located in the warm, agricultural heartland of Miyazaki Prefecture, is renowned for its strong faculties in Agriculture, Medicine, Engineering, and Education, with a particular emphasis on regional revitalization and environmental sustainability. For international students, the university offers various exchange programs and a growing number of English-taught graduate programs, particularly in fields like agriculture and environmental sciences. The International Relations Office provides comprehensive support, including Japanese language courses, cultural activities, and assistance with accommodation, fostering a welcoming and supportive environment. A distinctive characteristic is its deep engagement with the local community and its focus on practical, field-based research, often involving international students in projects that contribute directly to regional development and global challenges.

Background

University of Miyazaki (宮崎大学, Miyazaki Daigaku) is a national university primarily in the Kibana neighborhood of southern Miyazaki city, Miyazaki Prefecture, Japan. The name is sometimes shortened to the abbreviation "UoM" or the portmanteau "Miyadai." The predecessor of the school was founded in 1884, and it was chartered as a university in 2003. The university has undergraduate faculties in education and culture, regional innovation, medicine, engineering, and agriculture. The university also has graduate programs in agriculture, education, engineering, and medicine (inc. veterinary medicine). The Center for International Relations provides several English-language guides directed at international students.

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