Obtain a graduate degree from Kyushu University, by research at NIMS

Kyushu University - NIMS Joint Graduate Program was formalized in 2009, with opening "Course of Advanced Nanomaterials Science and Engineering" in Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry and Department of Materials Physics and Chemistry, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyushu University.

The PhD students undertake research activity at the National Institute of Materials Science (NIMS), supervised by NIMS researchers and professors of Kyushu University (from Department of Applied Chemistry and Department of Materials )

We strongly recommend contacting a potential supervisor prior to apply for the program. Please find the contact details of the professors here.

Program Outlines

NEWS

Application for NIMS Graduate Assistantship (for April 2024 entry) is open. The closing date is 9 November 2023.

NIMS Open House will be held on 8th August 2023 - an in-person opportunity for university students and prospective students to learn about NIMS, as well as exhibitions lab tours by each research center. You'll meet NIMS professors, current students and alumni and find out which of NIMS student programs fits your career. The event is in Japanese, but many staff are available in English. Event website will be launched in mid-July.(only in Japanese)

Application for NIMS Graduate Assistantship (for October 2023 and April 2024 entry) is open. The closing date is 5th June 2023.

Application for NIMS Graduate Assistantship (for April 2023 entry) is open. The closing date is 7th November 2022.

* Monthly Stipend has been revised.

Rintaro Ueji joined the program as an associate professor.