Keio University

Double Degree Program

In September 2003, the Graduate School of Science and Technology launched the International Graduate Program (taught in English) which enabled students from abroad to pursue further study without Japanese language proficiency. Currently around 200 international students are studying at the Graduate School of Science and Technology. In 2005, we have started the Double Degree programs with our partner institutions in Europe. When the students fulfill the degree requirements of both Keio and their home institutions, they will be awarded with the degrees from both Keio University and his/her home institution.

Graduate School of Science and Technology

Starting in 2026, the Graduate School of Science and Technology will be restructured into four new schools, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Life Science, and Informatics, Engineering and Design, and Informatics, Management, and Human Sciences. Each school has two or three curriculums.

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

  • Curriculum of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences

  • Curriculum of Physics

  • Curriculum of Applied Physics and Physico-Informatics

School of Chemistry, Life Science, and Informatics

  • Curriculum of Molecular Chemistry and Chemical Biology

  • Curriculum of Emerging Physico-Chemistry

  • Curriculum of Biosciences and Informatics

School of Engineering and Design

  • Curriculum of Mechanical Engineering

  • Curriculum of Electronics and Electrical Engineering

  • Curriculum of System Design Engineering

School of Informatics, Management, and Human Sciences

  • Curriculum of Open Sciences

  • Curriculum of Industrial and Systems Engineering

Curriculum (From April 2026)

The curriculum of the Master's Program is divided into four categories: Graduate Research 1/2, Specialized Courses, General Courses, and Related Courses. Students are required to earn a minimum of 30 credits to complete the program, including 12 credits of Graduate Research 1 and 2. The remaining credits must be earned in accordance with the requirements established by each Curriculum. Most lecture courses carry 2 credits, although the number of credits varies depending on the course.

Most courses are offered on a semester system consisting of the Spring Semester (April–July) and Fall Semester (September–January). Some courses are offered on in a quarter-based (twice a week) or short-term intensive format.

Selection of Advisor

To apply for the International Graduate Program, finding an academic advisor is vital as our graduate program is a research-oriented program. You can use "Staff Profile" tool to find more information on our faculty members including contact information.

Before submitting your application, choose your prospective research advisor among our faculty members who are qualifed as thesis advisors.

Please contact your prospective research advisor to discuss your research plan thoroughly. Applicants who have failed to do this prior to submitting their applications have a much smaller chance of acceptance.

Requirements for Completion (From April 2026)

The requirements for completing the Master's Program are as follows. Students must be enrolled in the program for at least two academic years, earn a minimum of 30 credits, including 6 credits for Graduate Research 1 and 6 credits for Graduate Research 2, and receive approval of their Master's thesis.

Course Category

Credit Number

Notes

Graduate Research 1

(修士研究 1)

6 credits

Should be registered in the first year of the program.

Graduate Research 2

(修士研究 2)

6 credits

Should be registered in the second year of the program after completing

Graduate Research 1 and earning the minimum credits required by the Curriculum to commence Graduate Research 2.

Courses required by the Curriculum

18 credits

Requirements vary depending on the Curriculum.

TOTAL

30 credits

Free Elective Courses

(自由科目)

-

Free Elective Courses are optional, and cannot be counted

towards your degree requirement. (e.g. Japanese)

Degrees Offered

Students who complete the program will obtain the following degrees depend on the school they belong to.

School

Type of Degree Offered

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

Master of Science in Engineering

or

Master of Science

School of Chemistry, Life Science, and Informatics

Master of Science in Engineering

or

Master of Science

School of Engineering and Design

Master of Science in Engineering

or

Master of Science

School of Informatics, Management, and Human Sciences

Master of Science in Engineering

Applications

  Before applying, please read through the following Application Guide carefully.  

  1. Please contact International Office at your home institution for nomination procedure.

  2. Once you are nominated, check the application guide thoroughly.

  3. You need to find a prospective supervisor and get accepted by him/her to conduct research and complete Master's thesis under his/her supervision.

  4. Prepare the required documents and apply online. (The application can be completed online, the applicants don't need to send the origianl documents to admission office by post service.

*Applicants for Double Degree Program are not required to submit TOEFL/IELTS or GRE scores.

Prescribed Application Forms

Application Schedule

Double Degree Program

DD-Application Period I

DD-Application Period II

Online Application Period

9:00, September 1 ー

17:00, October 31, 2026

9:00, February 1 ー

17:00, March 31, 2027

Announcement of results

Mid-January 2027

Mid-June 2027

Enrollment

September 2027

September 2027

Start Your Double Degree Application Here

Partner Institutions

as of September 2026

Belgium

  • Université catholique de Louvain

  • Université libre de Bruxelles

France

  • Groupe des Écoles Centrales

  • IMT Atlantique

  • MINES Saint Etienne

  • MINES Paris -PSL

Germany

  • Leibniz Universität Hannover

  • RWTH Aachen University

  • Technische Universität München

Italy

  • Politecnico di Milano

Spain

  • Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

Sweden

  • KTH Royal Insitute of Technology

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Contact Us

If you have any inquiries about the Double Degree Program offered by Graduate School of Science and Technology, kindly contact the Office of Student Services (International) at Yagami Campus.

Office of Student Services (International)

Graduate School of Science and Technology

Keio University (Yagami Campus)

3-14-1 Hiyoshi, Kohoku-ku

Yokohama, Kanagawa 223-8522

Japan

TEL: +81(0)-45-566-1468

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