Course of Study
At the time of application, students select a “gateway field,” gradually narrowing down their desired area of focus, and join a department starting in their second year.
The Faculty of Science and Technology has five major gateway fields corresponding to broad research and educational areas, and applicants must select one at the time of application. After admission, students gradually narrow down their desired field of study based on their interests and passions, selecting their department upon advancing to the second year. Students enjoy a high degree of freedom in choosing their departments and courses. After entering their respective departments, students in the same year but with different interests learn together, creating a stimulating and creative learning environment.
*Students admitted through the field-oriented entrance examination are assigned to a department, so the broad-based entry system does not apply.
Four-Year Course of Study
For a diagram illustrating the course of study, please refer to the pdf.
1st Year
Basic Education Courses for Learning the Fundamentals of Experiments and Research in Science and Technology
Hiyoshi Campus
Students will study basic education courses in accordance with the gateway field they selected at the time of application. In addition to lecture courses in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and other subjects, students take courses such as “Natural Science Experiments” to learn experimental procedures, “Fundamentals of Information Science” to develop computer literacy, and “Introduction to Biology” to acquire the foundational knowledge in biology and life sciences essential for science and technology students. Students then declare their intended department before advancing to the second year.
2nd Year
With their Department Decided, Students Focus on Specialty Foundational Courses That Lay the Groundwork for Research
Hiyoshi Campus
From their second year, students join a department and focus on specialty foundational courses that lay the groundwork for research. The specialty foundational courses are unique to the Faculty of Science and Technology, designed to strengthen fundamental skills so that students can engage in advanced learning and research from their third year onward. These consist of carefully selected required subjects that form the backbone of study in each department, along with a diverse range of elective courses. Explore the wide range of courses available and discover a topic you’re truly passionate about, then take the first step toward specialized learning on your own.
3rd Year
Students Begin Taking Major Field Courses in their Departments, Dedicating Themselves Fully To Acquiring Specialized Knowledge
Yagami Campus
In the third year, the base for student life shifts to the Yagami Campus, which houses only the Faculty of Science and Technology. Students begin taking major field courses in their department, dedicating themselves fully to acquiring specialized knowledge. The major field courses in each department are designed to encourage students to actively pursue new frontiers in science and technology. In addition to highly specialized required subjects, a wide range of elective courses are available. Additionally, numerous special lectures are provided by renowned scholars from both Japan and abroad, as well as researchers and engineers active at the forefront of industry.
4th Year
Students join a Research Group, Conducting their Graduation Research on a Chosen Topic
Yagami Campus
In the Faculty of Science and Technology, students join a research group in their fourth year. Under the guidance of a faculty member, students participate in research activities and use their research group as a base to undertake graduation research.
After Graduation, to Graduate School (Master’s Program) or Employment
Over 70% of students graduating from the Faculty of Science and Technology proceed to graduate school (master’s programs), with nearly all joining Keio University’s Graduate School of Science and Technology. Approximately 25% of those who complete graduate school secure employment through the university’s recommendation system, and the employment rate for graduates seeking jobs consistently approaches 100% each year.