Nagoya Institute of Technology

About

Nagoya Institute of Technology (NITech) is a leading national university in Japan, renowned for its strong focus on engineering and applied sciences. It excels particularly in fields like Materials Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical and Computer Engineering, emphasizing practical research and innovation with strong industry ties. For international students, NITech offers a welcoming environment with several English-taught programs, including its G30 International Programs for both undergraduate and graduate levels. The International Affairs Office provides comprehensive support, including Japanese language classes and dedicated international student housing, ensuring a smooth transition and enriching academic experience. Its distinctive characteristic is its position as one of Japan's premier specialized engineering universities, deeply integrated with industrial advancements.

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The Nagoya Institute of Technology (名古屋工業大学, Nagoya Kōgyō Daigaku), abbreviated to Nitech (or in Japanese to 名工大, Meikōdai), is a public educational institution of science and technology located in Nagoya, Japan. Nitech was founded in 1905 as Nagoya Higher Technical School, then renamed Nagoya College of Technology in 1944, and then merged under the new educational system with the Aichi Prefectural College of Technology to be refounded as Nagoya Institute of Technology in 1949. In 2004 it was refounded as National University Corporation Nagoya Institute of Technology.

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