Our department pursues excellence in both education and research, covering fields from pure physics to applied physics. These fields range from the smallest scale (elementary particles and atomic nuclei) through to intermediate systems (quantum dots, carbon nanotubes, and semiconductors) and then on to the largest structures (stars and the universe itself). Our department offers two advanced courses: the Astrophysical and Nuclear Sciences Course and the Quantum Physics and Engineering Course. Students choose their area of specialization from these courses. The Astrophysical and Nuclear Sciences Course offers majors in theoretical astrophysics, nuclear physics, and astroparticle physics. The Quantum Physics and Engineering Course offers majors in semiconductor engineering, optical physics, quantum electronics, and theoretical condensed matter physics. Students receive careful guidance to acquire the theoretical and experimental skills necessary for their respective majors.

Our mission is to cultivate graduates who can play an active role in a wide range of fields in society in addition to the fields of natural science and advanced technology. Students in our department can take fundamental subjects in physics; that is classical mechanics, electromagnetism, quantum mechanics, statistical mechanics, and physics experiments. In addition to this, all students work on a required graduation research project, and conduct research in on-campus laboratories and large off-campus research facilities. Through a year-long research process that includes planning, implementation, and evaluation, students acquire the ability to identify, analyze, and solve issues. This practical and intensive educational system meets the diverse needs of society. In addition, it encourages students to go on to graduate school to acquire deeper expertise and advanced skills.