Study Civil Engineering in Japan 🇯🇵

Japan offers 40 Civil Engineering programs across 25 universities. Tuition ranges from $6k–$1000k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 100% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

40 Programs

25 Universities

$6k–$1000k/yr Tuition

100% STEM

28% Scholarships

Why Japan for Civil Engineering?

Living Cost

$12,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Japan →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (20) Master (15) PhD (5)

Top Universities for Civil Engineering in Japan

Kyoto University

Kyoto · National rank #2 · QS #57

Master's Program in Civil Engineering · Master

Tokyo Institute of Technology

Tokyo · National rank #2 · QS #85

Civil Engineering · PhD

Osaka University

Osaka · National rank #3 · QS #91

International Program of Civil Engineering · Master

Hokkaido University

Sapporo · National rank #7 · QS #170

Bachelor of Civil Engineering · Bachelor Master of Civil Engineering · Master

University of Tsukuba

Tsukuba · National rank #9 · QS #350

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Yamaguchi University

Yamaguchi · National rank #11 · QS #1401

Civil Engineering · Bachelor Civil Engineering, Architecture, Resource Engineering, Environmental Sciences (PhD) · PhD Civil and Environmental Engineering · Bachelor

Osaka Metropolitan University

Osaka · National rank #11 · QS #901

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Master Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Kobe University

Kobe · National rank #12 · QS #482

Graduate School of Engineering - Civil Engineering · Master Faculty of Engineering - Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Nihon University

Tokyo · National rank #14

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering · Bachelor PhD in Civil Engineering · PhD Master of Science in Civil Engineering · Master

Tokyo University of Science

Tokyo · National rank #17 · QS #751

Department of Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Kanazawa University

Kanazawa · National rank #18 · QS #901

Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Shinshu University

Matsumoto · National rank #19 · QS #1201

Civil Engineering, Resource Engineering · Bachelor

Kumamoto University

Kumamoto · National rank #19 · QS #951

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Tokyo · National rank #26 · QS #1001

Civil and Environmental Engineering · Master

Kagoshima University

Kagoshima · National rank #33 · QS #1201

Civil Engineering · Master

Ehime University

Matsuyama · National rank #38

Faculty of Engineering - Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering · Bachelor

Yokohama National University

Yokohama · National rank #55 · QS #1001

International Program in Civil Engineering (IPCE) · Master Department of Civil Engineering · Bachelor

Nagoya Institute of Technology

Nagoya · National rank #56 · QS #1201

Architecture, Civil Engineering and Industrial Management Engineering · PhD

Aoyama Gakuin University

Tokyo · National rank #71 · QS #1401

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering · Bachelor

Saga University

Saga · National rank #74

Civil Engineering and Architecture · Bachelor Civil Engineering · Master

All Programs

Civil Engineering

Yamaguchi University

International Program of Civil Engineering

Osaka University

Civil Engineering

Kanazawa University

Civil Engineering, Architecture, Resource Engineering, Environmental Sciences (PhD)

Yamaguchi University

Civil Engineering

Kagoshima University

International Program in Civil Engineering (IPCE)

Yokohama National University

Civil Engineering, Resource Engineering

Shinshu University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Department of Civil Engineering

Yokohama National University

Bachelor of Civil Engineering

Hokkaido University

Master of Civil Engineering

Hokkaido University

Master STEM Aid

Graduate Program in Civil Engineering

Utsunomiya University

Graduate School of Engineering (Civil and Environmental Engineering)

Toyo University

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Toyo University

Doctoral Program in Engineering (Civil and Environmental Engineering)

Toyo University

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Graduate School of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Kobe University

Faculty of Engineering - Civil Engineering

Kobe University

Civil Engineering and Architecture

Saga University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Civil Engineering

Saga University

Master STEM Aid

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Yamaguchi University

Master's Program in Civil Engineering

Kyoto University

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Aoyama Gakuin University

Civil Engineering (Master)

Muroran Institute of Technology

Master STEM Aid

Faculty of Engineering - Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Ehime University

Course of Architecture and Civil Engineering, civil engineering track (Bachelor)

Muroran Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM Aid

Architecture and Civil Engineering (Civil Engineering Track)

Muroran Institute of Technology

Bachelor STEM Aid

Civil Engineering

Muroran Institute of Technology

Master STEM Aid

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Nihon University

PhD in Civil Engineering

Nihon University

Civil and Environmental Engineering Course

Akita University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Department of Civil Engineering

Tokyo University of Science

Architecture, Civil Engineering and Industrial Management Engineering

Nagoya Institute of Technology

Department of Regional Development Engineering

Kitami Institute of Technology

Master's Program in Engineering (Regional Development Engineering)

Kitami Institute of Technology

Civil Engineering

Tokyo Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Kumamoto University

Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Osaka Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

Osaka Metropolitan University

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering

University of Tsukuba

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Nihon University

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Civil Engineering in Japan?

Tuition for Civil Engineering programs in Japan ranges from $6k–$1000k/yr. 28% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $12k.

What are the English language requirements for Civil Engineering in Japan?

English-taught Civil Engineering programs in Japan typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.

How many Civil Engineering programs are in Japan?

Abroadly lists 40 Civil Engineering programs at 25 universities across Japan. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.

Are Civil Engineering programs in Japan STEM-designated?

100% of Civil Engineering programs in Japan carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.

Is Japan a good country for Civil Engineering students?

Japan is a strong choice for Civil Engineering with 25 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Japanese, though many programs are taught in English.

What degree levels are available for Civil Engineering in Japan?

In Japan, Civil Engineering programs are offered at: Bachelor (20 programs), Master (15 programs), PhD (5 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.