Choosing TDU

Whether Tokyo Denki University is right for you cannot be determined solely by the type of university, its name recognition, or rankings. Compare the curriculum, research topics, and campus as a single set for the school and department or academic division you are considering. The School of Science and Engineering at Saitama Hatoyama Campus and the School of System Design and Technology, School of Future Science, and School of Engineering at Tokyo Senju Campus conduct different research even in fields with similar names. For example, even among healthcare-related topics, there are various approaches, such as medical devices based on electronics and information technology, assistive devices based on mechanical engineering, and healthcare through design. It is important to consider the methods that interest you, including experiments, design and prototyping, data analysis, and field research. First, clarify what you want to study and how you want to study it, and compare this with official school information and laboratory guides for your intended year of enrollment. If possible, visit the campus and see the place where you would study for yourself.

Review each prospective program in this order: (1) educational policy, (2) curriculum map, (3) course allocation table, (4) syllabi, and (5) laboratory topics. In particular, compare the progression from foundational to specialized study, the division between required and elective courses, and the balance among lectures, exercises, experiments, and practical training. Schools, departments, academic divisions, and courses have different structures, so it is important not to judge them by name alone. According to the materials for the 2026 academic year, the Department of Architecture is structured so that students broadly study the fundamentals of architecture in the early years before progressing to areas such as architectural design and drafting, structures, and the environment. The Information System Design Division offers four specialized courses and builds knowledge from the fundamentals in areas such as computer science and programming. In engineering fields, for example, the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering includes foundational subjects such as circuits, electromagnetism, and mathematics, along with exercises and experiments. The Department of Applied Chemistry is organized around organic chemistry, inorganic and analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, and chemical engineering, with experiments in each field. The Life Science Division within the Department of Science and Engineering in the School of Science and Engineering is structured around a foundation in biology, chemistry, information science, and statistics, followed by two specialized courses. Finally, check whether the laboratory topics and outputs that interest you connect with the course content. The Department of Architecture’s 2023–2024 collection of student work can serve as a reference for past examples, but courses and required-course classifications may change depending on the year of enrollment. When applying, check the latest official materials and syllabi again.

Do not assume that the university as a whole emphasizes either practical or theoretical study. Make that assessment using the course allocation table and syllabi for the department or academic division you are considering. At the School of Science and Engineering on Saitama Hatoyama Campus, the policy is to arrange lectures, exercises, experiments, and practical training systematically and to incorporate problem-based learning and active learning. However, the content and required scope of experiments, design and drafting, programming exercises, and other classes differ by academic division and course. You should also check how graduation research is conducted and whether a thesis or oral presentation is required. According to materials for students entering in the 2026 academic year, students in the School of Science and Engineering at Saitama Hatoyama Campus must earn at least 30 credits from courses allocated to the first year to advance from the first to the second year, and at least 104 credits from courses allocated to the first through third years to advance from the third to the fourth year. Free electives are excluded in both cases. There are also designated courses for each academic division and course. Graduation requires at least 124 credits, completion of the required courses for the student’s academic division, and other requirements. A score of 60 or higher is passing, and assessment may include reports and oral examinations in addition to written examinations. For each school at Tokyo Senju Campus, check the student handbook for advancement requirements and graduation research. Because handbooks may include correction histories for requirements and credit totals, always use the latest version corresponding to your year of enrollment. If you have concerns about your studies, how support is provided can also be a point of comparison. Both Saitama Hatoyama Campus and Tokyo Senju Campus have Learning Support Centers that handle questions and consultations about study methods and provide small-group classes and individual instruction by appointment. The School of Science and Engineering also lists guidance from student advisors, classes organized by proficiency level, and course-registration consultation sessions. At open-campus events, asking specific questions about the frequency of experiments and exercises, assessment methods, graduation research requirements, and support for foundational subjects can help you make a decision.

Workshop facilities and software may not always be freely available. It is important to check required training, reservations, permission, opening hours, clothing and safety rules, and responsibility for consumable-material costs. At the Monozukuri Center, students may proceed to machining training, use of equipment, and technical consultation after completing safety training. Instructors can advise on material selection, drawings, and machining methods. Depending on the equipment, however, work clothes and safety shoes may be required, and reservations take priority. In principle, the Tokyo Senju facility is open from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on weekdays when classes are held and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays. Anyone other than the faculty and staff who operate the facility must also apply for and receive permission to use it. Shared study spaces also require reservations. At Saitama Hatoyama, applications must be submitted by 3:00 p.m. on the previous day, while at Tokyo Senju, users are instructed to check availability in advance. Software for design, analysis, production, and other purposes is also listed on the page for 2026, but that information alone does not indicate which devices, locations, or hours are available for use. Identify the facilities and software needed in your intended field and check the conditions in the latest operating calendar and official usage guides.

Information about student organizations and how to join them is provided for both Saitama Hatoyama Campus and Tokyo Senju Campus. If you are considering participating, think about how you will balance activities with the time needed for classes, production work, and research, and check the activities and participation requirements of the organization you are interested in. The university states that it provides students with disabilities with the support needed for study and university life, respecting the individual’s wishes and provided that the burden on the university is not excessive. If you require accommodations, check the consultation and inquiry contacts and support services listed by the university for each campus. The information provided here is not sufficient to assess the details of counseling or learning support. In addition to tuition, check the cost of essential items such as a computer. For example, the 2026 guidance for the Mechanical Engineering Division in the School of Science and Engineering states that students need a computer capable of supporting CAD, numerical analysis, and other tasks, and that detailed specifications will be posted once finalized. The university-wide Microsoft license is available to students enrolled in undergraduate and doctoral programs, but not to research fellows, research students, or non-degree students. The scope of use also differs according to status. From the 2026 academic year, the supporters’ association fee is set uniformly at 7,000 yen, while other fees collected on behalf of organizations may be revised each academic year. There are also rules governing tuition when repeating an academic year. Because the costs of teaching materials, production work, additional software, and similar items cannot be confirmed from this information, check the latest guidance for your intended department or academic division to determine the total amount.

The official website lists a job-offer rate of 99.1%. However, this figure does not guarantee your own outcome. Check the breakdown of career paths relevant to your intended department and graduates’ career outcomes by academic year. If you are considering graduate school, it is also important to review graduate-school progression separately from employment results. The career support page lists more than 180 programs, including courses beginning in the first year, individual consultations, and career seminars led by graduates. Available qualifications differ by department and academic division. The official qualification information lists qualifications and examinations by department, including the Fundamental Information Technology Engineer Examination, first-class architect, and chief electrical engineer. Some qualifications may require passing a designated examination or completing a specified course. Do not assume that you can obtain a qualification simply by graduating; check the eligibility requirements and how each qualification is treated within the curriculum. Items to check before applying: (1) Use the application guidelines for your intended year of enrollment to confirm the admissions method, eligible schools, and schedule. (2) Use the syllabus portal for external users to review course content in the field you want to study. (3) Check whether student work, research results, and laboratory information are publicly available. (4) If opportunities to visit, such as open-campus events, are announced, ask about practical training and research in the relevant department and how to use support services. An overview of admissions for the 2027 academic year is also available, but always check the latest official materials when applying.