Shimane University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1217 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #313 of 5,830 | In Asia |
| #66 of 719 | In Japan |
| #354 of 2,310 | For Gastroenterology and Hepatology |
| Top50% | For 121 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 38%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- www.shimane-u.ac.jp
- Languages
- Japanese
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 38% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Graduation from high school or recognized equivalent or foreign equivalent, and entrance examination |
| Academic Calendar | April to March (April - September; October-March) |
We've calculated the 38% acceptance rate for Shimane University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Shimane University is a world-class research university with 23,062 scientific papers published and 388,594 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Medicine, Engineering, Physics, Genetics, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Organic Chemistry, and Pathology.
Shimane University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 304 | 1163 |
| 1993 | 345 | 1218 |
| 1994 | 303 | 1411 |
| 1995 | 367 | 1518 |
| 1996 | 372 | 1813 |
| 1997 | 382 | 2037 |
| 1998 | 415 | 2428 |
| 1999 | 479 | 2830 |
| 2000 | 486 | 3498 |
| 2001 | 443 | 3811 |
| 2002 | 595 | 4745 |
| 2003 | 593 | 5511 |
| 2004 | 568 | 6079 |
| 2005 | 560 | 6817 |
| 2006 | 684 | 7921 |
| 2007 | 626 | 8437 |
| 2008 | 624 | 9336 |
| 2009 | 658 | 10139 |
| 2010 | 594 | 11283 |
| 2011 | 622 | 12229 |
| 2012 | 713 | 13307 |
| 2013 | 667 | 14197 |
| 2014 | 705 | 15051 |
| 2015 | 755 | 15178 |
| 2016 | 715 | 15423 |
| 2017 | 790 | 17230 |
| 2018 | 775 | 18365 |
| 2019 | 836 | 20619 |
| 2020 | 918 | 26538 |
| 2021 | 917 | 31088 |
| 2022 | 913 | 29484 |
| 2023 | 910 | 29105 |
| 2024 | 829 | 27949 |
Tuition
The tuition table for Shimane University gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | ¥535,800 |
| Graduate (Master's) | ¥535,800 |
| Graduate (Doctoral) | ¥535,800 |
The currency used is Japanese Yen (¥).
Shimane University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Shimane University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Gakushi | Agriculture, Architecture and Planning, Arts and Humanities, Biological and Life Sciences, Education, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Information Technology, Law, Literature, Mathematics and Computer Science, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Nursing |
|---|---|
| Shushi | Biological and Life Sciences, Cultural Studies, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Law, Medicine, Modern Languages, Nursing, Social Sciences |
| Hakase | Engineering, Law, Medicine |
Notable alumni
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Darren Chen
- Occupations
- film actoractortelevision actor
- Biography
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Kuan Hong, also known as Darren Chen, is a Taiwanese actor and model. He is best known for his roles in Meteor Garden (2018), My Unicorn Girl, and The Sleuth of the Ming Dynasty (2020).
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Rokuta Shimono
- Years
- 1964-.. (age 61)
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Rokuta Shimono is a Japanese politician who is a member of the House of Councillors of Japan.
Shimane University faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Education | Art Education, Biological and Life Sciences, Cultural Studies, Education, Educational Psychology, Environmental Studies, Health Education, Mathematics Education, Music Education, Native Language Education, Physical Education, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Psychology, Science Education, Secondary Education, Social Studies, Teacher Training |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Law and Literature | Cultural Studies, Economics, Law, Literature, Native Language, Social Studies |
| Faculty : Life and Environmental Science | Agriculture, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Biotechnology, Development Studies, Ecology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Marine Biology, Regional Studies |
| Faculty : Medicine | Medicine, Nursing |
| Faculty : Science and Engineering | Earth Sciences, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Engineering, Engineering Management, Materials Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, Natural Resources |
| Graduate School : Education | Education |
| Graduate School : Humanities and Social Sciences | Arts and Humanities, Cultural Studies, Japanese, Law, Native Language, Social Sciences |
| Graduate School : Law | Law |
| Graduate School : Life and Environmental Science | Environmental Studies |
| Graduate School : Medical Research | Medicine |
| Graduate School : Science and Engineering | Earth Sciences, Electronic Engineering, Electronics and Automation, Engineering Management, Materials Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, Natural Resources |
General information
| Alternative names | 島根大学 |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1949 |
| Accreditation | Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1060 Nishikawatsu Matsue, Shimane, 690-8504 Japan |
|---|---|
| City population | 202,000 |