STEM-Q
UQ0589

Should I apply to more than one department at the same university?

Yes, it can be a reasonable option. However, even within the same university, the rules may differ by faculty, department, or admissions category, including whether applications can be combined, eligibility, exam subjects, dates, and procedures. Compare departments that match your interests and abilities, and consider whether you can prepare adequately before applying according to the official admissions guidelines. Applying to more departments gives you more options, but does not guarantee admission.

Key points

  • Compare the content of study and your fit with each department
  • Check whether exam subjects and dates allow you to prepare properly
  • Confirm combination rules and procedures in the admissions guidelines for the relevant year

Things to check

  • Rules vary by university, faculty, department, and admissions category, and may change from one academic year to another.

Admissions route guidance

Applying through a Japanese domestic admissions route

For Japanese domestic admissions routes, check the conditions for applying to multiple departments under each admissions method. For Tokyo Denki University's 2027 admissions, applicants may apply to up to four departments or academic groups per day through the General Selection (First Term), and may also apply to multiple departments or academic groups through the General Selection (Second Term) and the Common Test-Based Selection (First Term). Because the conditions vary by year and admissions method, check the latest application guidelines for the method you plan to use.

Applying from overseas

If applying from overseas, identify the admissions method you will actually use and check its latest application guidelines to confirm whether you may apply to multiple departments, as well as the application requirements, required documents, procedures, and schedule. At Tokyo Denki University, separate application guidelines are provided for each admissions method, including the Special Selection for International Students, so it is important not to assume that the rules for applying to multiple departments under a different method also apply.

Official sources

Admissions information can change. Check the current official guidance before applying.