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The Graduate School of Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS) seeks applicants with a strong desire to contribute to global society through high-level scholarship and the acquisition of advanced knowledge and expertise in their field of specialization. 

The Graduate School of Engineering invites applications from candidates who have familiarized themselves with the content of the master’s program, who hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, and who wish to improve their abilities as engineers while learning to make full use of engineering techniques and to apply the most advanced technologies when solving problems. Applicants are expected to have the necessary foundation to take an internationally active role in addressing problems that will lead to the enrichment of society while respecting the environment on a global scale. In particular, applicants should: 

1. be eager to tackle contemporary problems and find solutions that contribute to the future of society on a global scale; 
2. have a comprehensive understanding of fields related to mechanical and electrical engineering; and 
3. be motivated to confront a multitude of issues by developing scientific and academic expertise in their chosen specializations. 

Eligibility

Academic Entry Requirements

For the doctoral program, every applicant must have graduated from both an undergraduate and graduate (master's level) program.

English language requirements (for both Master’s and Doctoral Programs):

You must meet the minimum required score in place to ensure your level of English proficiency. To confirm which tests we accept and the applicable minimum scores, please check our “application checklist”.

You can be exempt from having to show your English proficiency if you are from a native-English speaking country or have completed your degree in English.

Pre-application Review 

All graduate school applicants must go through pre- application review via the KUAS Online Application System before applying. If you have multiple research interests, it is possible to select more than one supervisor (only applicable to the Master’s Program). However, be aware that you must write a separate research plan for each proposal, and that you have to settle on one supervisor and research topic eventually. Please see the Application Guidelines for more details. 

For further details about the faculty members, you can find information in the Faculty & Research section or by checking the list.

To be eligible, students must be at least 17 years old at the start of the course and hold a minimum qualification of VCE/HSC or an equivalent for entry.

All applicants are required to attend an interview and present a portfolio of recent design work that showcases a range of creative and technical skills. The interview and portfolio presentation will be conducted by experienced staff members at the Chadstone campus. The entire process generally takes no longer than 20 minutes. This serves as an opportunity to assess the applicants' skill level, interest, creativity, and ability to apply the design process at the undergraduate level.

Applicants should meet the selection requirements of the relevant category as detailed below.

Applicants with recent secondary education (within the past two years) should meet the following selection requirements

- ATAR
- Portfolio and interview

Applicants with higher education study
Applicants who have started or completed an award course at any Australian university are eligible for admission to the Bachelor of Fashion Design course.

Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study
Applicants who have successfully completed MST20616 Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology and/or MST40516 Certificate IV in Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising, or an equivalent qualification, are eligible for admission into the Bachelor of Fashion Design (BFD16) course without advanced standing.

Applicants who have completed the MST50116 Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising and/or the MST60116 Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising, or an equivalent qualification, may be eligible for advanced standing in some subjects.

Applicants with work and life experience
Applicants without prior higher education or VET study, who are non-senior secondary applicants, may be eligible for admission if they can demonstrate their ability through previous study and/or a minimum of five years' work experience in the fashion/textiles industry or a related occupation.

It is recommended that applicants have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course. Applicants will attend an interview with staff members who consider previous levels of achievement, resumes, and employment records as indicators of aptitude and commitment to the study of fashion at the undergraduate level.

The Graduate School of Kyoto University of Advanced Science (KUAS) seeks applicants with a strong desire to contribute to global society through high-level scholarship and the acquisition of advanced knowledge and expertise in their field of specialization. 

The Graduate School of Engineering invites applications from candidates who have familiarized themselves with the content of the master’s program, who hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification, and who wish to improve their abilities as engineers while learning to make full use of engineering techniques and to apply the most advanced technologies when solving problems. Applicants are expected to have the necessary foundation to take an internationally active role in addressing problems that will lead to the enrichment of society while respecting the environment on a global scale. In particular, applicants should: 

1. be eager to tackle contemporary problems and find solutions that contribute to the future of society on a global scale; 
2. have a comprehensive understanding of fields related to mechanical and electrical engineering; and 
3. be motivated to confront a multitude of issues by developing scientific and academic expertise in their chosen specializations. 

Eligibility

Academic Entry Requirements

The primary entry requirements suppose that every applicant has completed the equivalent of 16 years of education, including graduating from a university program.

English language requirements (for both Master’s and Doctoral Programs):

You must meet the minimum required score in place to ensure your level of English proficiency. To confirm which tests we accept and the applicable minimum scores, please check our “application checklist”.

You can be exempt from having to show your English proficiency if you are from a native-English speaking country or have completed your degree in English.

Pre-application Review 

All graduate school applicants must go through pre- application review via the KUAS Online Application System before applying. If you have multiple research interests, it is possible to select more than one supervisor (only applicable to the Master’s Program). However, be aware that you must write a separate research plan for each proposal, and that you have to settle on one supervisor and research topic eventually. Please see the Application Guidelines for more details. 

For further details about the faculty members, you can find information in the Faculty & Research section or by checking the list.

High-achieving students can undertake a program of study in chemical sciences and materials engineering in only five years with this degree combination. It prepares you with a broad-based foundation in chemistry before continuing to the masters, which provides an understanding of advanced processing and fabrication methods of engineering materials and their characterisation.

Learners must be enrolled as a VCE or VCAL learner at a Victorian Secondary School. Secondary schools are responsible for allocating students, who will need to meet LLN requirements of the course.

Learners should discuss their VET course selection and application with their school careers adviser and leadership team prior to enrolling to ensure they have selected the right VETDSS discipline.

Minimum age requirement 17 year and older and must have completed year 11.

Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and attend a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan and identify any learning support needs.