Kobe University, working in a spirit of integrity, freedom, and cooperation in keeping with its open and cosmopolitan culture and environs, is committed to achieving Global Excellence by 2015.

Excellence in Research

Kobe University strives to achieve continuing international recognition as an institution for its outstanding work in designated core research areas founded on traditional disciplines and incorporating newly created inter-disciplinary initiatives.

Excellence in Education

Kobe University, in keeping with its Charter on Education and through its outstanding educational program, strives to achieve international recognition as an institution of higher learning, fostering individuals with deep insight, global perspective, rich understanding and strong leadership skills.

Excellence in its Contribution to Society

Kobe University strives to achieve local and international recognition for its contribution to society through the dissemination of research findings, provision of highly qualified human resources working globally in a wide range of fields, and the promotion of advanced medical and therapeutic technology.

Excellence in University Management

Kobe University strives, through the realization of the Kobe University Vision 2015, to ensure that all members of the university community have opportunities for self-fulfillment and to respond to the expectations of its stakeholders.

Phase I: Change (2006-2009)

Making changes toward global excellence

Phase II: Challenge (2010-2012)

Striving for global excellence

Phase III: Excel (2013-2015)

Achieving global excellence and moving on to new challenges