Computer Science & Information at TDU

Tokyo Denki University's computer and information fields are divided among multiple schools, departments, and divisions. Programs with similar names are not necessarily the same academic organization. It is important to compare campuses, fields of study, and curriculum structures separately. The Saitama Hatoyama Campus has the Division of Information System Design within the School of Science and Engineering. In the School of Science and Engineering, students study the fundamentals in their first year, select a primary course and a secondary course in their second year, and choose more specialized program subjects from their third year. Students select their primary course from within their own division, while their secondary course may also be selected from another division. Laboratory materials for the 2027 academic year list laboratories in areas such as artificial intelligence, security, and machine learning and data mining. The Tokyo Senju Campus has the Department of Information System Engineering in the School of System Design and Technology; the Department of Information Systems and Multimedia Design and the Department of Robotics and Mechatronics in the School of Future Science; and the Department of Information and Communication Engineering in both the School of Engineering and the School of Engineering Evening Division. Examples of laboratory fields also vary by affiliation, including software and machine learning, media, communication networks, and robot control. The School of Future Science offers an integrated undergraduate and master's curriculum. When deciding where to apply, check not only the department name but also how students learn in each year and what laboratories are available. For materials intended for the 2027 academic year, the latest information for your intended year of enrollment should also be checked.

In computer and information fields, students study mathematics, data analysis, computer systems, software, networks, and other subjects in addition to coding skills. Programs may also cover more hardware-oriented topics such as circuits and signal processing. The scope and emphasis vary by department and division. In the Division of Information System Design within the School of Science and Engineering, students build on a foundation of information science and programming and expand their studies into areas such as information systems, artificial intelligence, media, and design. In the Department of Information and Communication Engineering within the School of Engineering, students study both information and computers and communications and networks, covering subjects such as circuits, algorithms, and multimedia processing. It is important to compare not only field names but also the relative emphasis on mathematics, software, and hardware. Programs are not necessarily designed only for students with programming experience. For example, the Department of Information System Engineering states that faculty members and graduate students provide guidance for beginners in programming subjects immediately after enrollment. However, subjects and the support provided vary by program. Before enrolling, check the latest curriculum and syllabi for the subject structure for the 2026 academic year.

When comparing areas of specialization, it is important to check the subjects and laboratories in each department and division. In the Division of Information System Design at the Saitama Hatoyama Campus, materials for the 2026 academic year list subjects in AI, operating systems, databases, information networks, and software engineering. The 2027 laboratory guide also lists an Artificial Intelligence Laboratory that works with deep learning. For the Department of Information Systems and Multimedia Design at the Tokyo Senju Campus, materials for the 2025 academic year list subjects in AI, cybersecurity, networks, cloud computing, databases, operating systems, and software engineering. Examples include machine learning exercises, network security, cloud computing, and database programming exercises. The 2027 laboratory guide lists an Information Security Laboratory in the Department of Information Systems and Multimedia Design, as well as an Information Network Laboratory and a Software Engineering Laboratory in the Department of Information System Engineering. It also lists a Pattern and Media Informatics Laboratory working with AI and machine learning, without specifying a department or division. On the other hand, the materials reviewed for this page did not confirm distributed systems or privacy as independent subjects or laboratory themes. If these areas are important to you, check the latest syllabi and laboratory information for the department or division to which you plan to apply. Subjects and laboratory content may change from year to year.

Learning methods vary by school and division, but the programs show a progression from establishing a foundation to developing deeper expertise. In the School of Science and Engineering, students mainly study mathematics, natural sciences, information processing, and related subjects in their first year. In the Division of Information System Design, practical subjects such as information science and programming are also offered in the first year. Students in the School of Science and Engineering then continue with exercises, experiments and practical training, and problem-solving learning. In the Division of Science and the Division of Information System Design, students receive consistent guidance through the writing and oral presentation of their graduation research thesis. Learning that involves working with others to address problems is also included. In the School of Engineering, students learn the fundamental knowledge and skills of engineering in their earlier years and select specialized subjects to deepen their understanding in their later years. Experiments and practical training are provided in every year and allow students to verify the knowledge gained through lectures. Examples of subject allocation in the information media field for the 2025 academic year include programming and network exercises, PBL, comprehensive exercises, and graduation research. Monozukuri Centers are located at both the Saitama Hatoyama and Tokyo Senju campuses. Students can use facilities for metalworking, electrical work and assembly, as well as 3D printers, and in principle perform the processing and assembly themselves. It is important to use the curriculum of your intended school, division, or department to compare the types of practical work covered in classes and the progression toward graduation research.

First, distinguish between subjects required for the entrance examination and material that it is advisable to study before enrollment. Check the 2027 Admissions Guidelines for the examination subjects and scope of questions for the General Entrance Examination (Early Period) covering the School of System Design and Technology, School of Future Science, School of Engineering, and School of Science and Engineering. For preparation before enrollment, students are advised to have a foundation in mathematics and English and, depending on the department or division, to study subjects such as Mathematics III, physics, and chemistry. This does not mean the same thing as entrance examination subjects. The relationship between having programming experience and whether a student can proceed to university cannot be determined solely from the pre-enrollment preparation and curriculum examples presented here. The stated pre-enrollment preparation focuses mainly on foundational academic skills in mathematics, science, and related subjects. In addition, the 2025 curriculum example for the information media field covers basic programming syntax and the fundamentals of class design in required first-year subjects. Because subject names and required-course classifications may change, check enrollment and graduation requirements in the student handbook for your year of enrollment. After enrollment, Study Support Centers are available at both the Saitama Hatoyama Campus and the Tokyo Senju Campus. Students can ask questions about points they did not understand in class and seek advice on study methods. Small-group lectures, individual instruction by appointment, and group consultations are also provided.

Rather than relying only on impressions of department or division names, compare programs in this order: (1) the balance between software and hardware, (2) the structure of lectures, exercises, and experiments, (3) laboratory themes, and (4) the campus location and atmosphere. Do not base your decision solely on whether you have programming experience. It is important to check how the program progresses from fundamentals in mathematics and information studies to specialized work. The Division of Information System Design in the School of Science and Engineering at the Saitama Hatoyama Campus is based on information, networks, and computers and also covers people, society, culture, and the arts. Its laboratories have themes such as artificial intelligence, security, and media. The Department of Information and Communication Engineering in the School of Engineering at the Tokyo Senju Campus covers both information and computers and communications and networks. In addition to programming, it includes circuits, signal processing, experiments, and projects. Its laboratories cover areas such as networks, wireless communications, computer architecture, and image processing. Use curriculum maps and subject allocation tables when making comparisons. Compare required and elective subjects, the years in which they are offered, and the placement of experiments and exercises. At the 2026 open campuses, exhibitions, laboratory tours, campus tours, and other activities were held at both the Saitama Hatoyama and Tokyo Senju campuses. Check the latest official announcements for future schedules and content. Asking faculty members and students the same questions can make it easier to identify differences. Because laboratory information and curricula may change from year to year, make a final check using materials for the year in which you will take the entrance examination.