Saitama University is a national institution based in Saitama City, Japan, founded in 1949. Saitama University is one of the top institutions for higher education and research in Japan.
Research is a significant part of Saitama University, which conducts groundbreaking research across various disciplines. Saitama University is engaged in international collaborations and partnerships with universities and research institutions worldwide to develop scientific knowledge and improve cross-cultural understanding.
Address: 255 Shimookubo, Sakura Ward, Saitama, 338-8570, Japan
Phone: +81 48-858-3005
Email: kokusai@gr.saitama-u.ac.jp
Website: http://en.saitama-u.ac.jp/
Undergraduate Programs:
• Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Bachelor of Science in Information and Communication Engineering
Graduate Programs:
• Master of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering
• Master of Science in Computer Science
• Master of Science in Information and Communication Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science and Engineering
• Doctor of Philosophy in Information and Communication Engineering
Saitama University in Japan is known for its strong computer science research program particularly in the areas as follows
• Software technology
• Data and knowledge processing technology
• Biometric information recognition technology
• Signal processing & information transmission technology
• Human interface technology
Software technology:
• Software engineering for distributed systems
• Formal methods for software verification and validation
• Programming languages and compilers
• Software architecture design and analysis
Data and knowledge processing technology:
• Data mining and machine learning
• Big data analytics and management
• Natural language processing and information retrieval
• Database systems and distributed computing
Biometric information recognition technology:
• Biometric authentication and identification systems
• Face recognition and detection
• Fingerprint recognition and analysis
• Multimodal biometric systems
Signal processing & information transmission technology:
• Wireless communication and networking
• Audio signal processing and recognition
• Speech processing and recognition
• Signal processing for biomedical applications
Human interface technology:
• Virtual and augmented reality systems
• Human-robot interaction and collaboration
• Multimodal interfaces and interaction techniques
• Human-computer interaction for accessibility and inclusivity
• Information Technology Center
• Comprehensive Analysis Center for Science
• Advanced Institute of Innovative Technology
• Open Innovation Center
• Strategic Research Center
• International Institute for Resilient Society
• Saitama University Scholarship for International Students
• Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Scholarship
• MEXT Scholarship
• JASSO Scholarship
• Saitama University Foundation for Education and Research Scholarship
The admission requirements for a Ph.D. in Computer Science program at Saitama University in Japan are as follows:
• Applicants must hold a master-s degree in computer science or a related discipline from an accredited institution
• Applicants must be proficient in either Japanese or English, as the program is offered in both languages
• For non-native speaking applicants, a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 80 (internet-based) or an IELTS score of 6.0 is required
• Applicants must provide a research proposal detailing their proposed area of research
• Applicants must submit transcripts from all post-secondary institutions studied
• Applicants must provide at least two letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
