Graduate School

The Graduate School of Engineering offers students the opportunity to acquire advanced specialized knowledge and skills in various engineering fields, including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, information and communication systems, applied chemistry, and more. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive education that equips students with the abilities necessary to become highly specialized engineers. In addition to technical expertise, we emphasize the development of skills such as initiative, logical communication using concrete examples, team-building, and other essential competencies beyond academic knowledge. We aim to guide students in becoming professionals who can leverage technology to make meaningful contributions to global culture and the engineering field.

• Diploma Policy(Master)

  The Graduate School of Engineering aims to develop professionals who contribute to world culture through technology, in line with its founding spirit, in advanced engineering fields and their interdisciplinary areas in society and industry. At the time of completion, students are expected to acquire the following six competencies. The achievement of these competencies, along with the acquisition of the required credits (30 or more credits) as specified in the curriculum, will be considered the accomplishment of the desired graduate profile, and upon completion, the degree of Master of Engineering will be awarded.

   

  [Abilities that students of the School of Engineering should acquire by graduation]

   

  (1) Possesses advanced specialized knowledge and skills, supported by a strong foundation in natural sciences and basic technical expertise in engineering, and has acquired the general knowledge necessary as a highly skilled professional or researcher.

  (2) Has the ability to independently identify problems, even in cases where solutions are not immediately clear, and has acquired the advanced specialized knowledge, logical thinking, and techniques necessary for solving such problems.

  (3) Has developed the ability to apply advanced specialized knowledge to solve problems not only from an engineering perspective but also from a broad, interdisciplinary viewpoint.

  (4) Has acquired advanced presentation and communication skills to explain and convey their thinking and decision-making processes, providing concrete examples and supporting evidence.

  (5) Has developed the ability to execute collaborative work and research activities effectively within groups, utilizing team-building methods to establish strong cooperative relationships.

  Understands the ethics and social responsibilities that must be upheld as highly skilled professionals and researchers.
• Curriculum Policy(Master)

  To ensure the acquisition of the competencies defined in the Diploma Policy of the Graduate School of Engineering, the following basic principles for curriculum development and three specific guidelines for curriculum organization are established.

   

  [Curriculum Organization Policy]

  The curriculum is structured around a carefully selected set of courses to ensure that, regardless of the specific courses taken, students can acquire the competencies defined in the Diploma Policy. Additionally, for each specialized subject group, learning and educational objectives are established, and the system and sequencing of courses necessary to achieve these objectives are clearly defined through a curriculum map and course numbering system.

   

  [Specific Guidelines for Curriculum Organization] 

  (1) Courses are provided to develop foundational knowledge and general capabilities essential for applying and developing engineering theories, along with courses that ensure the solid establishment of advanced specialized knowledge, technical skills, and a broad perspective within the engineering field. 

  (2) Courses are offered to apply advanced and specialized knowledge, technical skills, and general capabilities in the engineering field, enabling students to independently set challenges, develop action plans, assign tasks, execute, verify, and improve solutions in collaboration with others, all through practical learning. 

  (3) Courses are provided to help students understand the ethics and social responsibilities they must uphold as advanced engineers or researchers, including respecting life, complying with laws, and prohibiting actions such as data manipulation, theft, and plagiarism.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Master's Thesis

  The master's thesis at the Graduate School of Engineering, Chiba Institute of Technology, is evaluated based on the following criteria in accordance with the Diploma Policy (degree conferral policy). The evaluation is conducted holistically.

   

  (1) The thesis summarizes the research or a specific topic undertaken by the degree candidate.

  (2) The research or topic demonstrates academic background and social significance.

  (3) The structure, argumentation, references, and cited materials in the thesis are accurate.

  (4) The research is conducted based on a clear sense of the problem and analysis, leading to appropriate conclusions based on the results.

  (5) The results of the research or topic include novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethical considerations.

  (6) The presentation and response to questions during the master's thesis defense demonstrate logical clarity and mastery of the subject matter.
• Diploma Policy(Doctor)

  In the doctoral program, in addition to diverse and advanced specialized knowledge in engineering, students are expected to develop a broad perspective, comprehensive judgment, and deep insight. They will be trained to play a leading role in advancing fundamental and pioneering academic research and contribute to various fields of engineering. The requirements for the conferral of a Doctor of Engineering degree are: completion of the prescribed period of study as defined by the graduate school, earning the required number of credits, and passing the doctoral thesis review and final examination.
• Curriculum Policy(Doctor)

  In the doctoral program, education is provided to build upon the foundation developed in the master's program, enhancing comprehensive research skills and academic knowledge. Additionally, students are educated to acquire the ethics and insight necessary to take on a leading role in society. This program develops advanced research capabilities based on a rich academic foundation, enabling students to respond flexibly to the constantly changing challenges and to become researchers who can play a leading role in various fields of engineering.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Doctor's Thesis

  The doctoral thesis at the Graduate School of Engineering is evaluated based on the following criteria in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

   

  (1) The thesis summarizes the research or a specific topic tackled by the degree candidate.

  (2) The research or topic demonstrates academic background and social significance.

  (3) The structure, argumentation, references, and cited materials in the thesis are accurate.

  (4) The research is conducted based on a clear sense of the problem and analysis, leading to appropriate conclusions based on the results.

  (5) The results of the research or topic demonstrate novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethical considerations, contributing to academic development in the field.

  (6) The presentation and response to questions during the doctoral thesis defense demonstrate logical clarity and mastery of advanced academic knowledge in the field, as well as proficiency in foreign languages, as determined through the final examination.

The Graduate School of Creative Engineering provides students with the opportunity to learn and acquire at a high-level the specialized knowledge and skills in the field of urban environmental engineering, which is a combination of all areas of architecture and design. In addition, the program seeks to educate professionals so that they maintain the ethical perspective and social responsibility of advanced specialized engineers and acquire the communicative ability and creativity as well as logical thinking and other knowledge aspects necessary for deducing solutions to problems, putting forth plans and proposals, and translating these into execution. During the two-year program, students acquire greater practical presentation and teambuilding skills that are put to use in the production process.

• Diploma Policy(Master)

  The Graduate School of Creative Engineering aims to develop human resources that contribute to global culture through technology, in alignment with the founding spirit, in advanced engineering fields and their interdisciplinary domains in society and industry. At the time of completion, students are expected to achieve the following six capabilities. The attainment of these capabilities, along with the required credits (30 credits or more) set forth in the curriculum, will be regarded as fulfilling the desired profile, and the degree of Master of Engineering will be awarded.

   

  [Abilities that students of the Graduate School of Creative Engineering should acquire by graduation]

  (1) Possess advanced specialized knowledge and skills backed by fundamental knowledge and techniques in the fields of humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, as well as in creative engineering, and have acquired the necessary education as advanced technical experts and researchers. 

  (2) Have the ability to independently identify problems, even in ambiguous situations, and have acquired advanced specialized knowledge, logical thinking, and techniques necessary for solving these problems. 

  (3) Utilize advanced creative engineering knowledge and skills derived from the integration of technology, planning, design, and creativity, and have the ability to plan and propose ideas independently. 

  (4) Possess advanced presentation and communication skills, able to logically explain one’s thought and decision-making processes, and convey these with concrete examples and evidence. Moreover, can apply and utilize these skills creatively in global contexts. 

  (5) Have the ability to effectively carry out group work and research activities, utilizing team-building techniques to establish strong cooperative relationships. 

  (6) Understand the ethics and social responsibilities that must be upheld as advanced technical experts and researchers.
• Curriculum Policy(Master)

  To ensure the acquisition of the capabilities defined in the Diploma Policy of the Graduate School of Creative Engineering, the following basic policy for curriculum design and three specific policies for curriculum design are established.

   

  [Basic Policy for Curriculum Design] 

  The curriculum is organized based on a selective few courses, ensuring that all students, regardless of their choice of courses, can acquire the capabilities defined in the Diploma Policy. Additionally, for each specialized subject group, learning and educational goals are set, and the curriculum map and course numbering clearly outline the necessary courses and their sequence to achieve these goals.

   

  [Specific Policies for Curriculum Design]

  (1) Provide courses that develop the foundational knowledge and generic abilities required to apply and develop engineering theories, as well as courses that solidify advanced specialized knowledge, techniques, and broad perspectives in the creative engineering domain.

  (2) Provide courses that allow students to apply advanced, specialized knowledge and skills, and generic abilities in the creative engineering domain, enabling them to set tasks and plans, devise action plans, workflows, and divisions of labor, and learn through collaboration with others in a practical setting. These courses will also encourage creative problem-solving and proposal development from a broad perspective.

  (3) Provide courses that help students understand the ethics and social responsibilities they must uphold as advanced engineers or researchers, including the respect for life, compliance with laws, and the prohibition of data falsification, plagiarism, and other unethical behaviors.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Master's Thesis

  The thesis for the Master's Program at the Graduate School of Creative Engineering will be evaluated based on the following criteria in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

  1. The thesis summarizes the research or specific issue undertaken by the degree applicant.

  2. The research or issue has academic background and social significance.

  3. The structure, argument, references, and citations of the thesis are accurate.

  4. The research is conducted appropriately based on clear problem awareness and analysis, leading to conclusions based on the results.

  5. The research or issue outcome includes novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethics.

  6. The presentation of the Master's thesis and the responses to questions during the thesis review committee meeting are logical and clear.

In the Graduate School of Advanced Engineering, research is conducted in areas such as robotics, biotechnology, and AI, using advanced and comprehensive expertise and technology to adapt to changes in science and technology, globalization, and other societal shifts. Students deepen their logical thinking, presentation skills, and understanding of ideal values and social responsibility as advanced specialists, all while carrying out research to develop new solutions.

• Diploma Policy(Master)

  The Graduate School of Advanced Engineering aims to develop students who contribute to global culture through technology, in line with its founding spirit, within advanced engineering fields and interdisciplinary areas of society and industry. Upon completion, students are expected to acquire the following six competencies, and by achieving these competencies and earning the required credits (30 credits or more), they will be awarded a Master's degree in Engineering.

   

  [Abilities that students of the Graduate School of Advanced Engineering should acquire by graduation] 

  (1) Possess advanced specialized knowledge and skills based on foundational knowledge and basic techniques in engineering fields, with the ability to apply them in advanced and interdisciplinary fields as advanced technical experts and researchers. 

  (2) Have the ability to independently identify solutions to ill-defined problems and have acquired the advanced specialized knowledge, logical thinking, and techniques necessary for resolution. 

  (3) Possess the ability to solve problems by utilizing a broad perspective and advanced comprehensive expertise and skills in response to changes in science, technology, and globalization. 

  (4) Possess advanced presentation and communication skills to explain and convey their thought processes and judgments, providing concrete examples and evidence. 

  (5) Have the ability to accurately carry out group work and research activities, utilizing team-building methods to establish strong collaborative relationships. 

  (6) Understand the ethics and social responsibilities that advanced technical experts and researchers must uphold.
• Curriculum Policy(Master)

  To ensure the acquisition of the abilities defined in the Diploma Policy of the Graduate School of Advanced Engineering, the following basic policies for curriculum design and three specific guidelines for curriculum development have been established.

   

  [Basic Policy for Curriculum Design]  

  The curriculum is based on a carefully selected set of courses, ensuring that students can acquire the abilities specified in the Diploma Policy, regardless of the differences in the courses they take. Additionally, learning and educational goals are set for each specialized subject group, and the system and sequence of necessary courses to achieve these goals are clarified through curriculum mapping and course numbering.

   

  [Specific Guidelines for Curriculum Design]  

  (1) Offer courses that develop the foundational knowledge and general skills necessary for applying and developing engineering theories, while ensuring the mastery of advanced specialized knowledge, techniques, and the ability to view complex issues from a broad perspective in the field of advanced engineering.  

  (2) Provide courses that enable students to apply advanced and specialized knowledge and skills in the advanced engineering field, set their own problems with a broad perspective, and learn practically through collaboration with others, including developing action plans, processes, and tasks, as well as verifying and improving solutions from a multifaceted viewpoint.  

  (3) Offer courses that develop an understanding of the ethics and social responsibilities that advanced engineers and researchers must uphold, including respecting life, complying with laws, and prohibiting data manipulation, plagiarism, and other unethical practices.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Master's Thesis

  The thesis for the Master's Program at the Graduate School of Advanced Engineering will be evaluated based on the following criteria in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

   

  1. The thesis summarizes the research or specific issue undertaken by the degree applicant.

  2. The research or issue has academic background and social significance.

  3. The structure, argument, references, and citations of the thesis are accurate.

  4. The research is conducted appropriately based on clear problem awareness and analysis, leading to conclusions based on the results.

  5. The research or issue outcome includes novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethics.

  6. The presentation of the Master's thesis and the responses to questions during the thesis review committee meeting are logical and clear.

The Graduate School of Information and Computer Science offers education and research opportunities to further enhance expertise in information science for an increasingly globalized and information-driven society. The school’s master’s program is designed to produce engineers and researchers with highly professional expertise that is useful not only in the field of information processing but also across various industries. The doctoral program is designed to cultivate researchers who possess the most advanced knowledge and skills in information science and are capable of leading and advancing pioneering academic research.

• Diploma Policy(Master)

  The Master's Program in Information and Computer Science aims to develop students who have acquired advanced expertise in the field of information science, along with problem-solving and research abilities, contributing to the advancement of the industry through information science technologies. The program aims to train students who meet the following criteria:

  (1) Can acquire advanced specialized knowledge in intelligent information engineering, information systems engineering, information network engineering, and media information science, and be able to apply these technologies effectively from a specialized perspective.

  (2) Independently set challenging research topics from a specialized perspective and possess high collaboration and perseverance to conduct systematic investigations and analyses toward solving these issues.

  (3) Are able to explain their thought processes in their specialized field and effectively communicate and present their ideas.

  Students who meet these criteria and develop creative and excellent research and development abilities will be awarded a Master’s (Engineering) degree and will be well-prepared to excel as researchers and engineers.
• Curriculum Policy(Master)

  Building upon the general and specialized education provided at the undergraduate level, this program is designed to cultivate advanced research and development capabilities that can adapt to the rapidly evolving and diversifying field of information technology. The curriculum includes the following courses to ensure students develop a broad perspective and deep academic expertise:

   

  (1) Specialized courses in Intelligent Information Engineering, Information Systems Engineering, Information Network Engineering, and Media Information Science, along with common technology courses that span multiple fields, enabling students to acquire both specialized knowledge and applied technical skills.

   

  (2) Master’s Special Research courses are included to help students develop problem identification and research execution skills within their respective fields. Additionally, specialized practical training courses are offered to enable students to gain a comprehensive understanding of societal challenges.

   

  (3) To cultivate the fundamental academic skills expected of a graduate-level researcher, courses such as Information Science Seminars, Special Lectures, and Academic Writing Methods are provided. These courses help students develop the ability to effectively communicate and engage in discussions about their research.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Master's Thesis

  The thesis for the Master's Program at the Graduate School of Information and Computer Science will be evaluated based on the following criteria in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

   

  1. The thesis summarizes the research or specific issue undertaken by the degree applicant.
  2. The research or issue has academic background and social significance.
  3. The structure, argument, references, and citations of the thesis are accurate.
  4. The research is conducted appropriately based on clear problem awareness and analysis, leading to conclusions based on the results.
  5. The research or issue outcome includes novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethics.
  6. The presentation of the Master's thesis and the responses to questions during the thesis review committee meeting are logical and clear.
• Diploma Policy(Doctor)

  The Doctoral Program in Information and Computer Science aims to train students who possess advanced knowledge and academic expertise in information science through pioneering and innovative academic research. The program aims to develop students who meet the following criteria:

  (1) Possess expertise in intelligent information engineering, information systems engineering, information network engineering, and media information science, and have the ability to correctly understand the essence of industrial issues and conduct systematic research and analysis to solve these problems.

  (2) Have the ability to effectively communicate their insights in their specialized field to society through discussions with domestic and international experts and industries.
• Curriculum Policy(Doctor)

  In the doctoral program, in addition to the advanced research and development abilities developed in the master's program, courses are provided to develop communication skills adapted to globalization and digital transformation, and to develop the ability to independently conduct research for the advancement of information science. These courses aim to develop independent research abilities necessary for engaging in highly specialized tasks and global communication skills to lead effectively in a information based society.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Doctor's Thesis

  The doctoral thesis in the Doctoral Program of the Graduate School of Information and Science will be evaluated based on the following criteria in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

   

  1. The thesis presents the research or specific issues the applicant has addressed comprehensively.
  2. The research or specific issue is grounded in academic rigor and holds social relevance.
  3. The structure of the thesis, argumentation, references, and citations are well-structured and precise.
  4. The research was conducted appropriately based on clear problem awareness and analysis, leading to conclusions based on the results.
  5. The research or specific issue includes novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethical considerations, contributing to academic development in the field.
  6. The presentation and response to questions during the thesis defense before the thesis examination committee are logical and clear, and the final examination demonstrates advanced expertise and foreign language proficiency in the field.

The Graduate School of Social Systems Science offers education and research on the scientific and engineering methodologies of management, addressing everything from business management to socio-economic systems.
In the master's program, we cultivate highly skilled professionals and researchers capable of managing increasingly complex and diversified systems.
In the doctoral program, we aim to train researchers with advanced expertise in management and social systems, enabling them to create new knowledge systems in their specialized fields.

• Diploma Policy(Master)

  In the Master's program, education and research focus on the engineering methodology of management, targeting systems from individual companies to society as a whole. The curriculum includes:

  (1) Courses that form the foundation of advanced specialized fields and are applied in practice.

  (2) Specialized courses related to social systems and management.

  (3) Master's special research with advanced expertise.

   

  Completion requirement includes the acquisition of management abilities and advanced specialized skills to address the diversification and complexity of systems.

   

  The requirements for the Master's (Engineering) degree are as follows:

  ① Complete the program within the designated period, earn the required number of credits, and finish the course.

  ② Pass the Master's thesis (special research) examination and final examination conducted by the department.
• Curriculum Policy(Master)

  The Master's program provides the opportunity to develop advanced research abilities, a broad perspective, and deeper systematic academic knowledge. The curriculum includes:

  (1) Common Graduate Courses to acquire foundational knowledge for advanced specialized subjects, practical experience in management engineering, and thesis writing.

  (2) Specialized courses in four fields: socio-economic systems, management information systems, project management, and risk management.

  (3) English courses corresponding to (1) and (2) in addition to courses for working professionals.

  (4) Special lectures, cross-disciplinary courses, and certification-related courses.

   

  In addition, master's special research in each specialized field is conducted to train highly specialized engineers and researchers with management abilities.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Master's Thesis

  The Master's thesis is evaluated based on the following criteria, in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

   

  1. The thesis summarizes the research or specific issue tackled by the applicant.
  2. The research or issue has academic background and social significance.
  3. The structure, argument, references, and cited materials are accurate.
  4. The research is conducted with clear problem awareness and analysis, leading to supported conclusions.
  5. The outcomes demonstrate novelty, originality, effectiveness, and ethics.
  6. The thesis defense presentation and responses are logical and clear.
• Diploma Policy(Doctor)

  In the Doctoral program, education and research focus on the engineering methodology of management, targeting systems from individual companies to society as a whole. The program emphasizes:

  (1) Developing independent research abilities necessary for highly specialized work.

  (2) Acquiring international communication skills and a rich academic foundation, along with advanced specialized knowledge in social systems and management, to create new knowledge systems in the field.

   

  The requirements for the Doctoral degree are as follows:

  ① Complete the program within the designated period and earn the required number of credits.

  ② Pass the Doctoral thesis examination and final examination conducted by the department.
• Curriculum Policy(Doctor)

  The Doctoral program builds on the advanced research and development abilities acquired in the Master's program. The curriculum focuses on:

   

  (1) Developing independent research abilities necessary for highly specialized work.

  (2) Cultivating international communication skills and a rich academic foundation.

   

  The program aims to train researchers with advanced expertise in social systems and management, capable of creating new knowledge systems in their field.
• Criteria for Evaluation of Doctor's Thesis

  The Doctoral thesis is evaluated based on the following criteria, in accordance with the Diploma Policy:

   

  1. The thesis summarizes the research or specific issue tackled by the applicant.
  2. The research or issue has academic background and social significance.
  3. The structure, argument, references, and cited materials are accurate.
  4. The research is conducted with clear problem awareness and analysis, leading to supported conclusions.
  5. The outcomes demonstrate novelty, originality, effectiveness, ethics, and contribute to academic development.
  6. The thesis defense presentation and responses are logical and clear, and the final examination confirms advanced academic knowledge and foreign language proficiency.