Message from the President
The world's "KOSEN" is growing rapidly in response to expectations both domestically and internationally.
College of technology that develops human resources
National colleges of technology (technical colleges) accept talented young people as young as 15 years old after graduating from junior high school, and through a 5-year integrated education in regular courses, develop people with highly specialized skills who are ``assets of society''. is a unique institution of higher education. Currently, approximately 6% of students who graduate from the main course enter the workforce and play an active role in the development of Japan's industry and society. The remaining 4% are those who go on to further majors and receive two years of more advanced specialized education, those who transfer to four-year universities such as universities of technology and sciences to receive more advanced education, and those who study abroad. Their career paths are extremely diverse, including those who study abroad at universities.
The National Institute of Technology, an independent administrative institution, has established 51 national technical colleges across the country, with a total number of students of approximately 5, the largest in Japan among national higher education institutions, and a total number of faculty and staff of approximately 6. Extends. Today, it is known as a ``technical college'' in Japan and as ``KOSEN'' overseas, and its unique educational methods and high level of education are recognized not only in industry but also in the educational world and the international community. It is highly rated.
As we approach the 60th anniversary of our founding next year, the National College of Technology will continue to strive to develop people who can serve as social treasures and assets who can play an active role in the ever-changing international society.
College of technology that develops human resources
Independent Administrative Agency National College of Technology
Chairman Isao Taniguchi
“KOSEN” attracts the attention of the world
In addition to lectures, the National College of Technology offers experiments, practical training, and practical skills from a sensitive young age, as well as robot contests (Robocon), programming contests (Procon), design competitions (Dezacon), and English presentation contests (English Precon), in addition to lectures. , Disaster Prevention Contest, Deep Learning Contest (DCON), etc., we foster engineers and entrepreneurs who are both creative and practical.
Through this unique education, we develop advanced engineers who are responsible not only for "manufacturing" that Japan is proud of, but also for "kotozukuri" that creates new value. In order to help students acquire the skills to take on various challenges in society, we guarantee the quality of their education through the Model Core Curriculum (MCC) and achievement evaluations. As a result, by the time they graduate from the regular course, they have acquired specialized knowledge and skills that are at least equivalent to those obtained at a four-year university.
In addition, through experiential learning such as internships overseas, students have acquired practical skills that can be used internationally. This kind of technical college education is effective in developing engineers with flexibility of thought, creativity, independence, and a rich international perspective. Furthermore, we have male and female student dormitories as well as international dormitories, and by experiencing a variety of dormitory life, we develop engineers who are richly educated and humane, have a spirit of challenge, and are creative and practical. Growing up.
This whole-person education is the essence of technical college education, which is known as the ``technical college spirit'' that is attracting attention around the world. Today, many foreign countries are paying close attention to KOSEN, which is a unique and successful educational system in our country.
Leading the future society by nurturing “social doctors” and “creators”
The environment surrounding today's international society and the industrial structure of society are undergoing major changes. A technical college is a place of learning where young people can shine and work hard in order to develop human resources who can meet the demands of the times by boldly taking on the challenges of the globalizing society, changing academic and industrial fields, and a new era. will continue to be. In addition, in response to the demands of the international community, we will promote international contribution activities to expand "KOSEN" education internationally. "KOSEN" has become an international word.
Through its education and research, the National College of Technology will continue to educate students as world-class, advanced "Social Doctors" and "Creators" who will develop society properly and healthily and create a future. We will develop them into "Creators" and "Innovators" and lead the creation of a bright future society.