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At the graduate school consultation session, we will provide information about graduate school overviews and entrance examinations for those who are interested in going on to graduate school.
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Student Recruitment Guidelines
Graduate schoolIf you would like to receive the student recruitment guidelines by mail, please download the recruitment guidelines request form from the link above, fill in the necessary information, and submit it to the Graduate School Office, Academic Affairs Division.
Note 1) Before applying, be sure to discuss your research plan etc. with the faculty member you wish to be your research supervisor (preliminary interview).
Note 2) Please check the application deadline carefully and submit your application well in advance. If you are unable to prepare the necessary documents by the application deadline, your application will not be accepted.
FY2026 Recommendation Entrance Examination
September 2025 Entrance Examination
Master's course
Doctoral Program
2026 Fall and Spring Exams *Currently in preparation
*Applicants must make sure to receive a copy of the Student Recruitment Guidelines (booklet) at the Graduate School Office counter or by mail.
Master's course
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- Application form and admission ticket (back: resume)
- Reasons for application and research plans etc.
- Research Plan
- Certificate of Japanese Language Proficiency
- Health certificate
- Certificate of submitted work, attached form for submitted work, form for filling out the plan for removing submitted work (Graduate School of Fine Arts)
- Certificate of submitted thesis (Graduate School of Fine Arts)
Doctoral Program
Information session video
About applying for accommodations for the exam
If you have a disability (such as visual or hearing impairment, physical disability, developmental disability, or illness) or require special consideration when taking the entrance exam for our graduate school, please submit your application documents to the Graduate School Office at least two weeks before the start of the application period. The application start date differs depending on the selection exam, so please check the student recruitment guidelines.
In addition, in accordance with the application for special consideration for the entrance examination, our university requires applicants to have a prior interview with the faculty member in charge of the research they wish to conduct before applying to discuss their research plans, etc. (Graduate School Student Recruitment Guidelines (2) Notes on Application)
Please contact the Graduate School Office of the Academic Affairs Division for information on how to arrange a pre-interview.
- (1) Application documents
Please fill out and submit the following required documents:
- (2) Notice of decision on examination considerations
We will determine the examination considerations based on your application documents and notify you of the results.
Please note that, although we will make arrangements based on your application to accommodate your disability or other circumstances, we may not be able to meet your request. Your application will not affect the results of your entrance exam.
- (3) Contact Information
Kyushu Sangyo University | Graduate School Office, Academic Affairs Division
2-3-1 Matsukadai, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City, 813-8503
TEL: 092-673-5596 (direct)
E-mail: gakuin@ml.kyusan-u.ac.jp
- (4) Considerations for academic studies after enrollment
You can contact the Inclusion Support Office before applying regarding academic considerations and student life after enrollment.
Kyushu Sangyo University Inclusion Support Office
TEL: 092-673-5911 (direct)
Regarding the publication of past entrance examination questions
We publish the entrance exam questions for graduate schools and departments that have conducted entrance exams over the past three years.
Please note that some content may be deleted due to copyright issues, etc.
(Unpublished questions can be viewed (but not copied) at the Graduate School Office, Academic Affairs Division.)
In addition, copying, reprinting, or repurposing of the content without permission for purposes other than personal use is prohibited.
Please note that information will not be published for entrance exams with no applicants or that consist of oral examinations only.
Graduate School of International Studies of Culture Department of International Culture
Master's course
Question intent
International Cultural Studies
<Specialized Subjects>
In this specialized subject examination, in addition to basic knowledge at the undergraduate level, we evaluate students' in-depth understanding and application skills in international culture, Japanese culture, education, etc. Specifically, we test students' ability to analyze presented problems from multiple perspectives, consider them logically, and derive solutions based on their own knowledge.
<Foreign language (short essay)>
This essay will assess basic foreign language knowledge and reading comprehension related to international culture, Japanese culture, and education. It will also assess basic knowledge related to international culture, Japanese culture, and education, and the ability to apply that knowledge to analyze and consider issues. Logical organization, clear expression, and an original perspective are also emphasized.
Clinical psychology research field
<Specialized Subjects>
This specialized subject exam evaluates not only basic knowledge at the undergraduate level, but also a deep understanding and application ability in the fields of psychology and clinical psychology.Specifically, it tests the ability to analyze presented problems from multiple perspectives, consider them logically, and derive solutions based on one's own knowledge.
<English (Short Essay)>
This essay will assess your basic knowledge of psychology in English, your reading comprehension skills, and your basic knowledge of basic psychology and clinical psychology, as well as your ability to apply that knowledge to analyze and consider a problem. Logical organization, clear expression, and an original perspective will also be emphasized.
| International Cultural Studies | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical psychology research field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
Doctoral Program
Question intent
International Cultural Studies
<Foreign language (short essay)>
This essay will assess your English ability in the fields of international culture, Japanese culture, and education. It will also evaluate your ability to consider the given topic from multiple perspectives and develop your own opinion logically. Emphasis will be placed on a wide range of knowledge, flexible thinking, and persuasive writing skills.
Clinical psychology research field
<English (Short Essay)>
This essay will assess your reading comprehension and ability to understand psychology papers. It will also evaluate your ability to consider the presented topic from multiple perspectives and develop your own opinion logically. Emphasis will be placed on a wide range of knowledge, flexible thinking, and persuasive writing skills.
Graduate School of Economics and Business Department of Economics
Master's course
Question intent
This essay will evaluate your deep understanding and application skills in the fields of economics and regional development. Specifically, we will evaluate your ability to consider the presented topic from multiple perspectives and develop your own opinion logically. We place emphasis on a wide range of knowledge, flexible thinking, and persuasive writing skills.
Graduate School of Economics and Business Department of Contemporary Business
Master's course
Question intent
This essay evaluates your deep understanding and application skills in the fields of business, accounting, tourism, and management. Specifically, it evaluates your ability to consider the presented topic from multiple perspectives and develop your own opinion logically. Emphasis is placed on a wide range of knowledge, flexible thinking, and persuasive writing skills.
Graduate School of Economics and Business Department of Economics and Business
Doctoral Program
Question intent
This essay evaluates your deep understanding and application of economics and business. Specifically, it evaluates your ability to consider the presented topic from multiple perspectives and develop your own opinion logically. Emphasis is placed on a wide range of knowledge, flexible thinking, and persuasive writing skills.
Graduate Graduate School of Information Science Department of Information Sciences
Master's course
Question intent
This specialized subject test evaluates not only basic knowledge at the undergraduate level, but also a deep understanding and application skills in the field of information science.Specifically, it tests the ability to analyze presented problems from multiple perspectives, consider them logically, and derive solutions based on one's own knowledge.
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| IoT and security field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
Graduate Graduate School of Information Science Department of Information Sciences
Doctoral Program
Oral exam only
Graduate School of Information Science Department of Industrial Technology Design
Master's course
Question intent
This specialized subject test evaluates not only the academic ability of science and mathematics, which are the basis of manufacturing, but also a deep understanding and application ability in the field of specialization. Specifically, it tests the ability to logically consider presented problems and the ability to derive solutions based on one's own knowledge.
| Mechanical Systems Field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Information Technology Field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
| Material and Life Chemistry | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
| Civil Engineering Design Field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
| Architectural Design Field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
Graduate School of Information Science Department of Industrial Technology Design
Doctoral Program
Question intent
This specialized subject test evaluates students' fundamental research skills appropriate for pursuing pioneering, advanced, and specialized engineering research, as well as their deep understanding and application of the field they are majoring in. Specifically, it tests their ability to logically consider presented problems and to derive solutions based on their own knowledge.
| Industrial Technology Design Field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
|---|
Graduate Graduate School of Fine Arts and Design
Master's course
Question intent
This essay evaluates the candidate's ability to consider a given topic in the field of artistic and creative expression, and their ability to logically develop their own opinion. In addition to testing the candidate's English reading comprehension skills for literature research, the essay also requires a wide range of knowledge, creative thinking skills, and the ability to construct logical sentences.
| Artistic Expression Area | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design Area | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
| Photo and Video Field | Reiwa 7 | Reiwa 6 | Reiwa 5 |
Graduate Graduate School of Fine Arts and Design
Doctoral Program
Oral exam only
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