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Kyoto University

Kyoto University states its mission to sustain and develop its historical commitment to
academic freedom and to pursue harmonious coexistence within human and ecological
community on this planet.

Research

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• Kyoto University will generate world-class knowledge through freedom and

autonomy in research that conforms with high ethical standards.

• As a university that comprehends many graduate schools, faculties, research

institutes and centres, Kyoto University will strive for diverse development in
pure and applied research in the humanities, sciences and technology, while
seeking to integrate these various perspectives.

Education

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• Within its broad and varied educational structure, Kyoto University will transmit

high-quality knowledge and promote independent and interactive learning.

• Kyoto University will educate outstanding and humane researchers and specialists,

who will contribute responsibly to the world’s human and ecological community.

Relationship with society

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• As a university committed to a broad social engagement, Kyoto University will

encourage cooperation with local and national society, and will disseminate knowledge informed by the ideals of freedom and peaceful coexistence.

• As an international institution, Kyoto University will promote foreign academic

exchange and thereby strive to contribute to the well-being of the world.

Administration

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• In order to enhance the free development of learning, Kyoto University will pay

due respect to the administrative independence of each of its component
institutions, while promoting cooperation among them.

• Kyoto University will conduct its administration with regard for the environment

and respect for human rights and will be accountable to society at large.