Master's (Doctoral) Program in Science and Technology / Electrical and Electronics Engineering Division

Students in the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Division at Sophia University specialize in semiconductors, energy, and information and telecommunication. This program is designed for students who thrive in an interdisciplinary setting, focusing on both cutting-edge research and practical applications. The curriculum emphasizes advanced, interdisciplinary, and international academic studies and research, with a strong emphasis on sustainable development and collaboration with research institutes and companies both in Japan and abroad. Students will engage in seminars, research projects, and collaborative experiments, including those in Tokyo and overseas, to develop their expertise. Students to develop their expertise in fields like superconductivity, energy systems, IoT/AI networks, and semiconductor engineering.

This program is also notable for its commitment to helping students achieve teaching licenses, with Master’s degree program students eligible to obtain licenses in specialized subjects such as junior high school science, mathematics, and high school mathematics, science, industry, and information.

Sophia University, located in the heart of Tokyo and founded in 1913, is an international-minded institution that blends rigorous academics with a cosmopolitan campus culture. Home to roughly 13,900 students, the university is known for strong programs across the humanities, social sciences, and business, and for offering learning that integrates global perspectives with local engagement in Japan's dynamic capital.

Educational programs emphasize critical thinking, language development, and cross-cultural exchange, with opportunities for study abroad, internships, and collaborative research. Faculty bring diverse international experience, and many courses are taught with an eye toward global issues and professional readiness. The urban location provides students convenient access to industry partners, cultural institutions, and internship placements across Tokyo.

Student life at Sophia balances academic intensity with vibrant clubs, volunteer initiatives, and support services tailored to international learners. Language assistance, orientation programming, and career counseling help international students adapt and pursue employment or graduate study. For students seeking a compact, globally focused university in one of the world’s largest cities, Sophia offers both academic depth and a gateway to professional and cultural opportunities in Japan.