Message from the President

Kagoshima University traces its origins to the Hangaku Zoshikan School, which was established in 1773. After the merger of several higher education institutions, including the Seventh Higher School established during the Meiji period (1868-1912), Kagoshima University was newly established in 1949 as a national university. Since then, as the highest academic institution in southern Kyushu, Kagoshima University has consistently contributed numerous outstanding individuals to society, and our graduates are thriving in diverse fields both in Japan and internationally. Currently, Kagoshima University has nine faculties and nine graduate schools, with approximately 9,000 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students, including 300 international students. Across our three campuses, all of our students are engaged in deepening their knowledge as they prepare to spread their wings and achieve success on the global stage.

Remaining faithful to the founding spirit of the Hangaku Zoshikan School, the university's mission is twofold: first, to contribute to society and the community by promoting academic freedom and diversity, while also supporting the spirit of self-sufficiency and enterprise; and second, to educate individuals who aspire to overcome challenges with a mindset of continuous self-improvement and contribute to global society. In line with this mission, we create a campus environment where students can focus on their studies. This includes promoting programs of studying and training abroad, volunteer activities and initiatives that embody and challenge the spirit of enterprise, and implementing scholarship and award systems to encourage students' motivation for self-improvement.