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Features of Nara Women’s University

 Nara Women’s University is the only national women’s university in western Japan, continuing a long tradition of women’s higher education.
 With approximately 10 students per faculty member, the university offers small-class education that allows close and careful guidance. Each student is respected, and personalized support is a key part of learning.

 In the calm and supportive environment unique to a women’s university, students can feel safe and enjoy campus life freely.
The campus is located in the ancient capital of Nara, surrounded by many historic sites and pleasant walking areas. It is also very convenient, just a five-minute walk from the nearest Kintetsu station.

 At the undergraduate level, students can study a wide range of fields. These include:

  • Humanities and Social Sciences, such as History, Geography, and Sociology
  • Human Sciences, including Language and Culture, Education, Human Studies, and Psychology
  • Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences, and related interdisciplinary fields
  • Life and Environmental Studies, including Food and Nutrition, Mind and Body Health, Housing and Environmental Studies, and Cultural Information Studies
  • Engineering

 All of these fields also offer master’s and doctoral programs. Graduate students can deepen their expertise and challenge themselves through advanced academic research.


Nara Women’s University in Numbers

  • Over a century of history - Founded in 1908
  • students: approximately 2,700
  • full-time faculty members: approximately 200
  • faculties: 4
    • Faculty of Letters
    • Faculty of Science
    • Faculty of Human Life and Environment
    • Faculty of Engineering
  • graduate schools: 1
  • Total number of graduates: over 40,000