KUAS at a Glance

Being the former capital of Japan for more than a millennium, Kyoto remains a center of culture, industry, technology, and history. It is an academic city that has produced numerous Nobel Prize winners, and it is also home to many of the world’s leading high-tech industries and long-standing companies that have been in operation for centuries. Kyoto is an ideal place for learning in all fields. KUAS has Uzumasa Campus in the city area, where there are many historical sites, as well as Kameoka Campus, which is plentiful in nature, in the western part of Kyoto. Students can study while making full use of the advantages Kyoto has to offer.

KUAS is home to more than 700 students from over 60 countries*, creating a truly diverse and international campus environment. Students from a wide range of cultural and academic backgrounds have abundant opportunities to interact, collaborate, and learn from one another through classes, projects, and campus events. Additionally, our faculty members come from diverse countries and bring extensive professional experience, enriching the learning environment with global perspectives. This vibrant multicultural community enables students to broaden their international outlook and develop the skills needed to thrive in a global society.
*As of Fall 2025

KUAS offers fully English-taught degree programs in three key fields: Engineering, Bioenvironmental Sciences, and Business. These programs allow students to gain advanced professional skills and earn a degree entirely in English while living in Japan. Since no Japanese language proficiency is required for admission, our programs are ideal for international students who wish to study in Japan but have not yet had the opportunity to learn the Japanese language. With an academic environment designed for global learners, students can focus on their studies while enjoying the cultural experience of living in Japan.

KUAS all-English degree programs also provide Japanese language courses for all students, enabling them to improve their proficiency through classes matched to their individual skill levels. Developing Japanese language skills not only enhances everyday communication but also fosters new perspectives and a deeper understanding of different cultures. As students strengthen their Japanese, they gain the ability to take courses offered in Japanese, allowing them to broaden their academic experience and explore new areas of study. Enhanced Japanese skills also open the door to internships at Japanese companies and expand students’ future career pathways, giving them valuable real-world experience and greater opportunities in the professional landscape in Japan and overseas.

Note: Japanese courses are not part of the curriculum for graduate studies, but students may apply for non-credit courses for a small additional cost.

All programs at KUAS are based on a practical approach. By gaining experience through exposure to real-world business, technology, and research, graduates will be primed to take an active role in society upon graduation. In particular, the capstone project for each program provides an authentic experience and collaboration with real professionals in the field.
For more information about the capstone projects, please see the Key Features section of each program in the Academics page.