• Location: Osaka, Japan
• Founded: 2022 (as a merger of Osaka City University and Osaka Prefecture University)
• Enrollment: Over 8,000 students
• Undergraduate Enrollment: Approximately 5,500
• Graduate Enrollment: Around 2,500
• Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 11:1
• Notable Programs: Engineering, Urban Design, Social Sciences, Business, Natural Sciences, Health Sciences
• Campus Size: Multiple campuses across Osaka

Osaka Metropolitan University (OMU) was established in 2022 through the merger of two prominent institutions: Osaka City University and Osaka Prefecture University. This new university was created to strengthen the region’s educational and research capabilities, while also contributing to local and global development. OMU is positioned as a major academic institution in Osaka, offering innovative educational opportunities and world-class research across multiple disciplines.

The merger allowed OMU to combine the strengths of both founding universities, leveraging their long histories of excellence in areas such as engineering, social sciences, and health. Today, OMU stands as a modern, interdisciplinary institution with a commitment to solving pressing urban and societal challenges.

Osaka Metropolitan University offers a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, emphasizing interdisciplinary education and practical learning. The university is particularly well-known for its programs in engineering, urban design, and social sciences, as well as its strong offerings in business and health sciences.

Research at OMU is driven by a focus on addressing urban and global challenges. The university is home to cutting-edge research in fields such as environmental sustainability, smart cities, artificial intelligence, and public health. OMU fosters a collaborative research environment that bridges the gap between academia, industry, and government. Its researchers are dedicated to making significant contributions to the fields of technology, urban planning, and societal well-being.

Student life at Osaka Metropolitan University is vibrant and diverse, with a variety of student organizations, clubs, and events that foster academic, personal, and social growth. Students can engage in activities ranging from cultural clubs and sports teams to academic societies and volunteer opportunities. The university promotes an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere that encourages students to develop both professionally and personally.

OMU offers many global opportunities, including exchange programs, internships, and collaborative research with international partners. With its extensive network of global connections, students have the chance to participate in international projects, gain global perspectives, and develop skills that will help them thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.

For more information, you can reach Osaka Metropolitan University’s administrative office:

Admissions Office
Osaka Metropolitan University,
Osaka, Japan
Phone: +81 (0) 6-6605-2100
Email: admissions@omu.ac.jp