Research Students (Non-Degree)

KIT accepts non-degree seeking students, who wish to conduct research under the guidance of a KIT faculty member as Research Students.?

Research students work under the guidance of a supervisory professor in his/her KIT laboratory.Research students can not attend graduate program or undergraduate program classes, and they cannot receive credits.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet requirements a) or b) below.
Applicants must possess sufficient academic ability to conduct research on the selected topic.
a) Those who have received a bachelor’s degree.
b) Those who are considered to be equivalent to a)

Applicants must possess the Japanese language proficiency necessary for their research (or English proficiency if research guidance is conducted in English).
Japanese language proficiency: JLPT Level N2 or higher
English proficiency: CEFL B1 mid-level or higher

Enrollment Dates

April 1 or October 1

Application Deadlines

April Enrollment：Residents of Japan—December 28
Residents outside Japan—October 31
October Enrollment：Residents of Japan—June 30
Residents outside Japan—April 30
※Excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays

Application forms are available at the Educational Affairs office.
Applications must be submitted by hand or mail no later than the date mentioned above.
Applicants are required to negotiate and obtain consent from a KIT supervisor themselves.

For detailed information, please contact Educational Affairs office: chiiki[at]jim.kit.ac.jp ([at] → @)

Insurance During Your Stay in Japan

Please check the following information regarding insurance during your stay in Japan.
If you do not have insurance, you must pay all medical and accident-related costs by yourself, which can be very expensive. To live and study safely and with peace of mind, please make sure you enroll in appropriate insurance.

• For Stays Over 3 Months　(　Japanese　/　English　)
• For Stays Under 90 Days （　English　）