Fukuoka Institute of Technology

Emblem of a school
Schoolhouse

Founded: April 1963
Number of undergraduates: 4,228 (as of April, 2011)
Number of postgraduates: 198
Number of faculty members: 146
Faculties:
Engineering, Information Engineering, and Social & Environmental Studies
Main places of employment:
Sumitomo Wiring Systems, Daimei Telecom Engineering, Transcosmos, China Air Travel, Yamaichi Electronics, Altech, Okamoto Industry, Cosmo Computer Business, Aristo Group, Tensho Bussan, Trial Company
Address: 3-30-1 Wajiro-higashi, Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City
Main telephone number: 81-92-606-3131
International Exchange Weblog
http://www.fit.ac.jp/blog/kokusai/
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For all students

Class scenery

Located in Higashi-ku, Fukuoka City, the Fukuoka Institute of Technology (FIT) is known as an ecological campus with rich greenery, a stream and abundant sunshine. Consisting of two engineering-related faculties and one humanities faculty (the Faculty of Social and Environmental Studies), FIT prides itself in its small-group instruction.  FIT strives to nurture world-class future generations through the provision of solid grounding in the three main fields of information, environment and manufacturing.
FIT has one of the best Information Education facilities in western Japan, as well as the Manufacturing Center, which is equipped with facilities that make it possible for ideas to take physical shape. By taking most of these advantages, FIT has achieved solid results, particularly in the field of robot technology; one such result is FIT Team’s frequent participation in RoboCup (an international robotic soccer competition).
The greatest strength of FIT is the fact that its graduates are in great demand in the industry. Notably, an increasing number of manufacturing, IT and environmental companies wish to hire graduates of the Institute. Despite the downturn of the economy, FIT boasts an impressive employment rate of 93.3% (96.9% for post-graduate school) last year. FIT provides financial and other support for international students wishing to go on to work after graduation, by subsidizing transportation expenses when visiting the Kanto and Kansai areas for job hunting.
FIT has a large number of sister schools in various countries, such as China, Korea, the U.S. and Thailand, and has been an active member in promoting mutual exchange. As a result, nearly 160 international students are currently enrolled at FIT and studying hard to become international engineers and businessmen.

Introduction of Graduate Schools

Based on the founding principles of the Fukuoka Institute of Technology (FIT), its Graduate programs aim to teach and research into academic theories and applications and master the depths of learning, and thereby develop human resources that can contribute to technological advancement and social progress.
The objectives of the Master’s Courses are to impart profound knowledge from broad perspectives, so that students can develop research capabilities in their specialized fields and excellent abilities to perform professional work requiring sophisticated expertise. The Graduate School of Engineering consists of seven master’s
courses:

  1. 1. Information Electronics
  2. 2.Functional Materials Engineering
  3. 3.Intelligent Mechanical Engineering
  4. 4. Electrical Engineering
  5. 5. Computer Science and Engineering
  6. 6. Communication and Information Networking
  7. 7. Management and Systems Engineering
The Graduate School of Socio-Environmental Studies offers the master’s course in this field to train the students to acquire the high skills and knowledge of economic management and law administration for the solution of environmental problems.

The Doctor’s Course aims to develop outstanding research capabilities and knowledge supporting these capabilities as required in a highly industrial world. The Graduate School of Engineering offers doctoral courses in Material Science and Production Engineering, and Intelligent Information System Engineering.

Number of international students (as of 7 April, 2011)

 

China

South Korea

Thailand

Albania

Subtotal

M F M F M F M F

Junior college

6 5 0 0 0 0 0 0

11

Undergraduate

62 33 0 0 1 0 0 0

96

Postgraduate

19 17 1 0 4 0 1 1

43

Research

2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

2

Non-degree

3 1 0 3 0 0 0 0

7

Subtotal

92 56 1 3 5 0 1 1

159

148 4 5 2

Total: 159
(Breakdown: China 148, Korea 4, Thailand 5, Albania 2)

Number of international exchange agreements concluded

Academic exchange agreements (including student exchange agreements) with14 institutions in 6 countries
(Total of 14 institutions; South Korea: 3, China: 4, Thailand: 2, United States: 3, Australia: 1, and Albania: 1)

Accommodations for international students

Cosmos Dormitory (for female students)

FIT is proud of its Cosmos Dormitory, which features modern facilities such as security systems. Every room has an air-conditioner and a balcony, and all the rooms are equipped with desks, beds and closets. The Dormitory has two types of rooms, both of which have a bath, toilet and small kitchen. Also, the Dormitory has a PC room, to help residents lead a comfortable student life.

Cosmos Dormitory (for female students)

Cosmos Dormitory (for female students)

Tanshin Dormitory (for male students)

The Tanshin Dormitory is a seven-story building located at the distance of about a ten-minute walk away from FIT. All the rooms are equipped with air-conditioners, so that residents can live comfortably throughout the year. The Dormitory has a training room and a recreation room, which residents can use easily. While they should follow the rules for communal living, they can organize events on their own initiative, and enjoy student life in a home-like atmosphere.

Tanshin Dormitory (for male students)

Tanshin Dormitory (for male students)

International House

The International House is situated in a quiet residential district, and is only a two-minute walk away from FIT. Designed for international students, all rooms are equipped with air-conditioning and accommodate for two people, with shared kitchen and bathrooms.  Exchange events are held on frequent basis in the common room on the second floor.

International House

International House

Your opinion allows us to improve our service.

Keiko Yoshii , Coordinator International Operations Office

This year we developed a new support system for international students by assigning a Japanese tutor for each major, hiring faculty advisors, organizing a Japanese culture experience program and coordinating tours to Japanese companies. Moreover, we recruit Japanese students as international exchange supporters to deepen the understanding of international students, Japanese students as well as the local community, and promote the learning experience through events. We listen to the voices of the students everyday and strive to provide the support they need in order to enjoy their overseas education experience to the fullest .

Keiko Yoshii , of the International coordinator International Operations Office