Graduate Programs at Institute of Science Tokyo (2027)
Institute of Science Tokyo offers graduate programs across STEM, humanities, and applied research. Below is the full list of programs in our catalog with admissions requirements, English-track availability, and 2027 application timelines. Tuition for national/imperial universities is ¥535,800/year; OIST charges ¥0 + provides ¥2.4M/year stipend.
Matching programs (12)
Computer Science at Institute of Science Tokyo
Computer Science Master’s and PhD programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: research areas, language of instruction, admissions requirements, tuition, and 2027 application timeline.
AI / Machine Learning at Institute of Science Tokyo
AI and Machine Learning graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: top labs, research directions, English-program availability, and admissions for 2027 entry.
Mechanical Engineering at Institute of Science Tokyo
Mechanical Engineering Master’s and PhD at Institute of Science Tokyo: industry partnerships, English-track options, JLPT requirements, and 2027 admissions.
Electrical Engineering at Institute of Science Tokyo
Electrical Engineering graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: signal processing, electronics, photonics research areas, and 2027 admissions.
Physics at Institute of Science Tokyo
Physics Master’s and PhD at Institute of Science Tokyo: theoretical and applied research, English-track options, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Mathematics at Institute of Science Tokyo
Mathematics graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: research areas, JLPT requirements, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Biology and Life Sciences at Institute of Science Tokyo
Biology and Life Sciences graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: molecular biology, neuroscience, genetics research, and 2027 admissions.
Materials Science at Institute of Science Tokyo
Materials Science graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: research areas, English-program availability, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Civil Engineering at Institute of Science Tokyo
Civil Engineering Master’s and PhD at Institute of Science Tokyo: structural, environmental, and infrastructure research; English-track options and 2027 admissions.
Chemical Engineering at Institute of Science Tokyo
Chemical Engineering graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: process engineering, polymer research, and 2027 admissions for international students.
Robotics at Institute of Science Tokyo
Robotics Master’s and PhD programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: humanoid, industrial, and autonomous-vehicle research; English-friendly labs and 2027 admissions.
Data Science at Institute of Science Tokyo
Data Science graduate programs at Institute of Science Tokyo: statistical learning, large-scale data systems, and English-track options for 2027 entry.
Frequently asked questions
What's the application timeline at IST?
For April 2027 entry: contact prospective supervisor July–October 2026, apply September 2026–January 2027 (varies by department), entrance exam October–February, results April 2027.
Does IST accept MEXT scholarship?
Yes — both Embassy and University Recommendation tracks. Specific quota varies year-by-year; check with international office.
Do I need to email a professor first?
Yes for most STEM programs. Pre-contact with a prospective supervisor is the standard first step before any formal application paperwork.