Hokkaido University is a national university based in Sapporo, the largest city on Japan's northern island of Hokkaido. It is one of Japan's major comprehensive research universities, offering a wide range of programmes across the sciences, engineering, medicine, agriculture, the humanities and social sciences. The university traces its roots to an agricultural college and is widely associated with strengths in agriculture, life sciences, veterinary science and environmental and low-temperature research, set on a large, green campus known for its historic character.
Why international students choose it
International students can choose from a growing number of English-taught degree programmes at both undergraduate and graduate levels, alongside Japanese-taught options
Studying here offers the experience of living in Sapporo, a spacious northern city known for its seasons and outdoors, together with support services, exchange opportunities and international student communities that help newcomers settle into study and life in Japan
