The PhD (Doctoral) program in Engineering and Design at Keio University’s Graduate School of Science and Technology is a research‑focused doctoral degree designed to cultivate advanced researchers and innovators who can contribute to engineering science and design at a global level. As part of the newly restructured School of Engineering and Design (effective from April 2026), the program includes curriculums such as Mechanical Engineering, Electronics and Electrical Engineering, and System Design Engineering, allowing students to pursue specialized doctoral research in these areas. Doctoral candidates primarily conduct independent, original research under faculty supervision, take relevant graduate courses as needed, publish research outcomes, and work toward an approved doctoral dissertation. Completion of the program also requires successful final evaluation of the doctoral thesis, typically after at least three academic years of full‑time study. The program emphasizes creative problem‑solving, interdisciplinary engineering design, and advanced technical knowledge, preparing graduates for leadership roles in academia, industry, and research institutions.

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements.
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