Master in Computer and Information Systems/Information Technologies and Project Management

At The University of Aizu, tuition comes to 3,278 USD per year.

Computer and Information Systems/Information Technologies and Project Management is a two-year master's program at The University of Aizu in Fukushima, Japan, taught in English, with intake in April or October. The University of Aizu was founded in 1993 as the first university in Japan dedicated solely to computer science and engineering, with a founding principle centered on advancing knowledge for humanity. This master's track combines core computer and information systems study with a focus on information technologies and project management, preparing students to both build technical systems and manage the processes, teams, and resources behind technology projects. Coursework typically covers subjects such as software development methodologies, systems design, database management, network infrastructure, and project management frameworks used to plan, budget, and deliver information technology work on schedule. Students in a program of this kind usually complete a mix of classroom instruction, laboratory work, and a research or applied project supervised by faculty, culminating in a master's thesis or capstone project. Graduates from a computer and information systems master's program with a project management focus are positioned for roles such as IT project manager, systems analyst, software development team lead, business analyst, and technical consultant, as well as further doctoral study in computer science. Because instruction is delivered in English, the two-year program is designed to be accessible to international students without a Japanese-language prerequisite. The university applies the same transfer examination system to Japanese and international students alike, reflecting its practice of treating applicants transferring from other institutions consistently regardless of nationality. Students complete the degree equipped with both technical computing skills and practical experience in managing information technology projects within a specialist computing-focused institution.