Niigata University is a national institution in Niigata, Japan, established in 1949. As one of the top universities in Japan, Niigata University is famed for its outstanding research in various areas such as science, technology, social sciences, humanities, and medicine.
Niigata University comprises five faculties: the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Faculty of Education and Human Sciences, the Faculty of Science, the Faculty of Engineering, and the Faculty of Medicine. Niigata University is actively involved in international research collaborations and partners with universities and research institutions worldwide.
Niigata University has made significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge in various fields and has strong research programs, world-class facilities, and international collaborations to make it a leading choice for researchers from all over the world.
Niigata University fosters the next generation by improving diversity and talent via its community and inspiring active participation in education and research.
Address:  8050 Ikarashi 2-no-cho, Nishi-ku, Niigata, 950-2181, JAPAN
Phone:   +81-25-262-6935
Email:  kokusai@adm.niigata-u.ac.jp
Website:  https://www.niigata-u.ac.jp/
• Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
• Master of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
• Doctor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
• Master of Information Sciences
• Doctor of Information Sciences
• Master of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
• Doctor of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Niigata University in Japan has a strong computer science research program with a focus on areas such as
• Geographic Information System
• Assistive Device for the Blind Implantable Stimulators
• Evolutionary Computation
• Media Informatics
• Information Retrieval
• Human-Computer Interaction
• GIS using MIMO technology
• Relay MIMO system Geographic Information System
• Biological/living body informatics
• Applied genome science
• Software Development Environment
Geographic Information System:
• Spatial data analysis and modeling
• Web-based GIS and mobile GIS
• Geographic information retrieval and visualization
• Geospatial data mining and machine learning
Assistive Device for the Blind and Implantable Stimulators:
• Brain-computer interface and neural prosthetics
• Assistive technology for the visually impaired
• Implantable devices for neuromodulation and pain management
• Rehabilitation robotics and exoskeletons
• Smart wearables and sensor systems for healthcare
Evolutionary Computation:
• Genetic algorithms and genetic programming
• Swarm intelligence and ant colony optimization
• Evolutionary multi-objective optimization
• Artificial immune systems and immune-inspired algorithms
• Hybrid and adaptive evolutionary algorithms
Media Informatics:
• Multimedia content analysis and retrieval
• Computer vision and image processing
• Augmented and virtual reality
• Social media analytics and sentiment analysis
Information Retrieval and Human-Computer Interaction:
• Text mining and natural language processing
• Recommender systems and personalized search
• Interactive information visualization
• Human-robot interaction and collaborative systems
GIS using MIMO Technology and Relay MIMO System:
• Multi-antenna communication and signal processing
• Cooperative communication and relaying
• Multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) systems
• Channel modeling and estimation for MIMO systems
Biological/Living Body Informatics and Applied Genome Science:
• Computational genomics and proteomics
• Systems biology and metabolic modeling
• Bioinformatics algorithms and databases
• Personalized medicine and precision health
Software Development Environment:
• Model-driven development and code generation
• Agile and DevOps practices
• Software analytics and mining
• Sakeology Center
• Sado Island Center for Ecological Sustainability
• Asian Link Research Center
• Research Institute for Natural Hazards and Disaster Recovery
• Brain Research Institute
• Japanese Government Scholarship
• Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship
• Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Scholarship
• Niigata University Scholarship for Privately Financed International Students
• Niigata University Special Scholarship for International Students
• Niigata University Graduate School of Science and Technology Scholarship
To apply for a Ph.D. program in computer science at Niigata University in Japan, applicants need to meet the following admission requirements:
• Applicants must have completed a Master-s degree in Computer Science or a relevant field
• Applicants must have achieved a high level of academic performance in previous studies
• Applicants must have the capability to conduct independent research and have demonstrated this through past research projects and publications
• Applicants must have a better command of both Japanese and English languages
• Applicants must pass the entrance examination, which includes a written test and an interview
• Applicants must provide a research proposal that describes the proposed research topic and methodology
• Applicants must provide at least two letters of recommendation from professors or professionals
• Applicants also need to submit other documents, such as a statement of purpose, academic transcripts, and a resume