By fostering broad, strategic cooperation across sectors, borders, and generations, we leverage the collective expertise of the Graduate School of Engineering to shape a vision for social transformation and lead the creation of a better future society.
Basic Policy
Basic Principles of Operation
Engineering harnesses the knowledge gained through exploration, envisions new possibilities, and strives to create a better future for both the Earth and human society. We prioritize sustainability, protect and nurture global commons, and lead the transformation towards a society that values finite Earth resources and minimizes environmental impact. At the same time, we respect human diversity and aim to realize an inclusive society that embraces each individual’s uniqueness.
To achieve this, we promote the fusion of engineering with various fields of knowledge, shaping a visionary approach that meets the diverse expectations of society. We collaborate with organizations that emphasize the perspectives of SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) to tackle social challenges. Furthermore, as industrial structures shift from capital-intensive to knowledge-intensive models, we provide engineering education that aligns with the demands of the new era.
Periods of societal transformation should be seen as opportunities. With a pioneering spirit, we take on bold challenges, lead social change through world-class engineering education and research, and serve the global public interest.
Policy of the Graduate School of Engineering
Today, humanity has acquired the power to create global-scale change through science and technology. While we can now send messages from our homes to computers around the world, effectively eliminating geographical barriers in communication, we are also facing an era of mass energy consumption that emits significant amounts of carbon dioxide, contributing to climate change. In the past, science and technology were primarily seen as tools to enrich daily life. However, their political and economic implications are now becoming increasingly evident. This is why the continued advancement and responsible use of science and technology are more critical than ever.
As educators in the field of engineering, we recognize the multifaceted nature of science and technology. We carefully consider their broad impact on society and strive to ensure that all individuals can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. Our mission is to provide a strong foundation in engineering while educating students about the role and significance of technology in society. By fostering a broad perspective, deep insight, and an international mindset, we aim to cultivate highly skilled professionals equipped to navigate the future of science and technology.
In research, we emphasize both fundamental studies and bold initiatives that break free from conventional engineering frameworks to pioneer new frontiers. Additionally, through international collaborations—including joint research projects and academic exchanges—we contribute to solving global challenges such as environmental and energy issues. We also serve as a hub for knowledge dissemination through international symposiums and other initiatives. Furthermore, by offering public lectures and engaging in diverse collaborative research, we are committed to maintaining an open and accessible academic environment.
Policy of the Faculty of Engineering
Today's society is undeniably dependent on the achievements of science and technology, as it cannot function even for a single day without them. At the same time, it is also true that science and technology bring about significant changes in society. The challenges we must confront are diverse, including the advent of an aging society due to improved living conditions and advancements in medical care, as well as the depletion of resources and environmental pollution caused by mass consumption.
As educators and researchers in engineering, we are engaged in various initiatives based on the fundamental principle that science and technology have meaning only when they are effectively utilized within society. The scope and methods of our efforts are boundless—ranging from understanding materials at the atomic level to assembling and structuring them, from questioning the meaning of information to developing effective means of transmission and processing, and even evaluating the societal impact of all these technologies.
Through creativity and dedication, each of us contributes to the field of engineering in our own unique way, working diligently to make a meaningful impact.
Research
By promoting diversity, supporting young researchers, and integrating knowledge, we advance internationally outstanding engineering research and contribute to value creation in a knowledge-based society.
Education
Through engineering education that balances tradition and innovation, we cultivate professionals with deep expertise, entrepreneurial spirit, and a public-minded, global perspective—leaders in driving innovation.
Organizational Management
We strengthen the foundation of research and education, diversify funding sources, and modernize regulations to swiftly address societal needs while also enabling long-term, ambitious challenges that can only be pursued in academia.