OpenFieldOsaka University PhD in Information Science and Technology
Advanced 3-year doctoral research program covering cyber-physical systems, multi-agent systems, deep learning architectures, network security, and quantum information.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or Mathematics with high academic standing.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 80+ or IELTS 6.5+.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- General GRE scores recommended for international applicants.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis and academic publication record in computer science.
- Recommendation letters
- Formal acceptance by an Osaka University IST faculty supervisor.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded through MEXT, JSPS Research Fellowships (DC1/DC2), or Osaka University Fellowship (¥180,000/mo)
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 examination fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Tuition exemption available based on merit and financial screening.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (English Course Autumn entry application deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Osaka University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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