Interviewee:
Professor Masahiro OGAWA, PhD
Dean, Faculty of Agriculture & Graduate School of Agriculture
Kagawa University
- Q: How does the Faculty of Agriculture approach internationalization?
A: Internationalization is central to our mission. We actively welcome international students and researchers and see them as essential members of our academic community.
- Q: What opportunities are available for international graduate students?
A: The Graduate School of Agriculture offers Master’s and PhD programs that can be completed in English. From 2024, we also offer a special master’s program in Sustainable Food Production and Management, with courses taught in Japanese with full language support and training so that graduates are easily able to have careers in Japan after graduation.
- Q: What kind of environment can international students expect?
A: Kagawa is a safe and welcoming region. Students benefit from close interaction with faculty, a supportive campus atmosphere, and a high quality of life that allows them to focus on their studies.
- Q: What paths do international graduates take after completion?
A: Our graduates work in Japanese companies, return home for successful careers, or become academics at leading universities in their home countries. We are proud of our alumni and maintain close, long-term connections with them.
- Q: What message would you like to send to prospective students?
A: If you are seeking an international graduate program in agriculture, with Master’s and PhD study in English, within a supportive academic community, we warmly invite you to join us. At Kagawa University, our students and alumni are part of one academic family.