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Facts and Figures About Kochi University
What is Kochi University like?
Discover what makes Kochi University unique
through basic information and interesting facts.
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Number of new students
Over 1,000 classmates!
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*As of April 1, 2026
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Students from Outside Kochi PrefectureFriends from all over Japan
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*Percentage of students admitted in the 2026 academic year*
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Student-Faculty Ratio
Strong faculty support for peace of mind0 students
*As of May 1, 2026
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Did You Grow Through Activities at Kochi University?
What our graduates say: I’ve grown.
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*Based on the results of the survey of the Class of 2025
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Tosa Akaushi Cattle
Meet them at Monobe Campus!
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*As of February 28, 2026
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Number of Cafeteria Menu ItemsChoose from our cafeteria-style menu
Menu0 varieties
*As of March 25, 2026
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Number of Palm Trees on Campus
A symbol of tropical Kochi!?
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*As of March 25, 2026
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Number of Yosakoi Circle MembersParticipating in Kochi's authentic Yosakoi Festival
0 students
※As of August 1, 2025
Academics
Kochi is at the forefront of Japan's challenges! Mountains, oceans, villages, cities—all of Kochi's environments serve as learning materials
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Study diverse humanities fields through three core courses: "Humanities," "International Studies," and "Social Sciences"
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Faculty of Education
Faculty of Education
Earn multiple teaching licenses for a variety of school types and subjects, with a focus on elementary and middle schools! Hone your practical skills in real-world school settings starting in your first year.
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Faculty of Science and Technology
Combining "Science Education" focused on logical thinking with "Engineering Education" focused on practical application
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Medical School
Medical School
Our guiding principles are “Respect for Heaven and Love for Humanity” and “The Pursuit of Truth.” We cultivate professionals who excel in both cutting-edge medicine and community-based healthcare.
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Faculty of Agriculture and Marine Science
Faculty of Agriculture and Marine Science
Experimental forests, marine facilities, and a farm four times the size of the Tokyo Dome!
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Faculty of Regional Collaboration
Faculty of Regional Collaboration
600 hours of community fieldwork over three years! Developing professionals who build strong community connections
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Graduate School
Graduate School
Developing professionals who solve social issues with specialized knowledge
Events
Information on various events hosted by Kochi University, including lectures, public courses, and research presentations.
News
Stay updated with the latest news from Kochi University. We regularly share information about student achievements, research results, and university initiatives.
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- Awards and Recognitions
学び創造センターの寺田悠希特任講師が、WERA–TERA Focal Meeting 2026において、Honorable Mention for Poster Sessionを受賞しました -
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ラジオ【Monthly高知大学】10月分が放送されました -
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クタウイルスDNA検出が中咽頭扁平上皮癌の予後予測指標となる可能性を示唆 -
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「国立大学法人高知大学 カスタマーハラスメントに対する基本方針」を策定しました -
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海洋底の拡がり始めは必ずしも熱くない 地殻熱流量と地下構造から判明した新たな地殻拡大メカニズム
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ラジオ【Monthly高知大学】10月分が放送されました- News
「国立大学法人高知大学 カスタマーハラスメントに対する基本方針」を策定しました- News
We held an unveiling ceremony to mark the signing of the naming rights agreement for Classroom 210 in the General Education Building.- News
A research proposal submitted by Professor Boaz Jakin ( Faculty of Science and TechnologyDepartment of Information Science ) has been selected for the Japan Science and Technology Agency’s “Strategic Basic Research Programs (Sakigake).”- News
One New Company Recognized as a Kochi University Spin-off
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クタウイルスDNA検出が中咽頭扁平上皮癌の予後予測指標となる可能性を示唆- Research
海洋底の拡がり始めは必ずしも熱くない 地殻熱流量と地下構造から判明した新たな地殻拡大メカニズム- Research
Link Found Between the Number of Older Siblings and Gut Microbiome Types in Young Children—Hopes for Clarifying the Relationship Between Sibling Composition and Disease Risk—- Research
17 Researchers from Our University Ranked Among the “Top 2% of the World’s Most Influential Scientists” (2025 Statistics)- Research
Mars' Oceans Disappeared 3.2 Billion Years Ago! — Localized Lake Environments Persisted Even After 2.1 Billion Years Ago —
- Awards and Recognitions
学び創造センターの寺田悠希特任講師が、WERA–TERA Focal Meeting 2026において、Honorable Mention for Poster Sessionを受賞しました- Awards and Recognitions
Graduate SchoolApplied Science ProgramHiroki Myochin, a third-year student, received the Best Poster Award at the 77th Annual Meeting of the International Society of Electrochemistry.- Awards and Recognitions
Faculty of Agriculture and Marine ScienceFourth-year student Sae Shingu won the Student Poster Presentation Award at the 138th Catalysis Symposium.- Awards and Recognitions
Agriculture and Marine Science ProgramSatoshi Kusunose, a first-year student, received the Best Presentation Award (BPA) at the 35th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Acarological Society.- Awards and Recognitions
Faculty of Science and TechnologyProfessor Tadashi No was honored by the Government of Nepal
- Media
◆President Hiroyuki Uketani will speak at the University Reform Symposium titled “Enhancing the Appeal of Educational Institutions in an Era of Declining Birthrates”- Media
◆President Hiroyuki Uketada Appeared on Kasumigaseki TV to Discuss Policy- Media
Center for Disaster Prevention Promotion and Visiting Professor Okamura of Center for Disaster Prevention Promotion Kochi Center for Disaster Prevention Promotion, along with students from the "Disaster Prevention Sketto Team," were interviewed by Taiwan’s TVBS News Channel regarding the "Nankai Trough Mega-Earthquake."- Media
◆ Medical School Makoto Medical School, will appear on the NHK program "Mr. Tokoro! It's a Case," scheduled to air on Saturday, May 3, 2025.
Initiatives
From research activities that leverage regional characteristics to international projects, we introduce Kochi University's diverse initiatives.
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Advanced Next-Generation Greenhouse Horticulture by IoP (Internet of Plants) -
Shimanto Seaweed Eco-Innovation Co-Creation Hub -
Tosa Food Business Creator -
Kochi Eco-Child Study -
Project for Training the Next Generation of Marine Resource Researchers (SPRING) -
Strategic Innovation Promotion Program (SIP) -
Kochi Prefecture Teacher Training Program -
Museum of Future Research -
75th Anniversary Archive -
Kochi Medical School 50th Anniversary Website -
Crisis Management and Disaster Preparedness
