
Academics
We have10 undergraduate schools, 19 graduate schools, 6 research institutes, 12 research centers, and the University Hospital. Tohoku University currently employs 6,429 staff and has a roll of 17,809 students.
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Undergraduate
Several undergraduate degrees are taught entirely in English, as well as many others in Japanese.
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Graduate
We provide overseas students the opportunity to study in specialized domains by offering graduate courses taught in English, as well as in Japanese.
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Courses Taught in English
We have many courses taught in English for degree seeking students.
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Exchange Programs
We have an extensive range of student exchange programs with affiliated universities throughout the world. Please check with your university’s international office for eligibility on programs.
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Summer Programs
Our Summer Programs offer students at partner institutions with opportunities to experience world-leading research and education.
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Double Degree Program / Joint Education Program
Double Degree programs enable students to acquire graduate degrees at both Tohoku University and its partner universities.
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The syllabus
Search syllabus on the website
Academic Calendar
Academics at a Glance
Students
- Total enrolled students: 17,816
- International students: 2,147 from 94 countries
International Exchanges
- Academic Exchange Agreements with Foreign Institutions 240
- 458 Departmental exchanges
University Consortia
Research
- 2,221 Research fellows from overseas
- 5,976 Academic Staff studying overseas