Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology

About Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology

E-JUST was created as a bilateral higher-education partnership between Egypt and Japan and was established in 2009. JICA identifies it as a governmental Egyptian university offering both undergraduate and postgraduate programs, while a 2026 university document describes it as a public research university of a special nature. This structure makes E-JUST an Egyptian institution rather than an overseas branch of a Japanese university: students enroll at E-JUST and receive its degrees. The university initially focused on research-oriented postgraduate education, admitting its first graduate cohort in 2010. Undergraduate programs followed in 2017. The institutional model draws on Japanese approaches to higher education, particularly practical experimentation, laboratory-based instruction, projects, problem solving, and sustained academic collaboration with Japanese universities. The partnership also supports research equipment, visiting academics, training, and joint initiatives. E-JUST now presents itself as a comprehensive university while retaining a strong science, technology, and research orientation. Its official academic pages list faculties covering engineering, basic and applied sciences, international business and humanities, computer science and information technology, and PharmD, while current undergraduate admissions information also includes art and design and sustainable architecture. In April 2026, Egypt’s Ministry of Higher Education confirmed an E-JUST–Hiroshima University dual-master’s program scheduled to begin with the October 2026 cohort. This continuing degree activity, alongside Fall 2026 postgraduate admissions, confirms that the university remains operational and accepting students.

Undergraduate admission is faculty-specific. E-JUST’s current admissions site directs applicants to complete an online application and requires entrance examinations whose subjects vary by faculty. For example, published Basic and Applied Sciences requirements distinguish mathematics-stream and science-stream applicants and use combinations of English, logical thinking, mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology. Art and design applicants may face an aptitude component, while other faculties publish their own examination structures. Applicants should therefore check the exact secondary credential, eligible study stream, required documents, and tests for their chosen program rather than treating one faculty’s rules as university-wide. For national postgraduate admission in Fall 2026, applications opened on 15 May 2026, with examinations and interviews scheduled for 22–25 June, results on 9 July, document completion by 1 August, orientation on 20–24 September, and lectures beginning 27 September. Those dates describe that completed cycle and should not be reused for a later intake. Master’s applicants generally need a relevant bachelor’s degree; PhD applicants need a relevant master’s degree. Screening, written assessment, interview, and research-proposal review may apply. International postgraduate applicants have separate academic, document, and English-language requirements. The university publishes different full and provisional English thresholds and exempts native English speakers from submitting proficiency evidence. Because requirements vary by faculty and applicant category, candidates should rely on the current national or international admissions channel and confirm whether a new 2026/2027 undergraduate deadline schedule has been posted.

E-JUST’s academic approach is built around practical and research-led learning. JICA describes its graduate education as based on a Japanese model, and university materials emphasize laboratory, project, and problem-based work rather than reliance on large lecture courses alone. This approach is most visible in science and engineering, where laboratories and specialized equipment support experimentation and research training, but the university says it also encourages discussion and idea development in business, humanities, and design-related study. At undergraduate level, current admissions materials cover engineering; computer science and information technology; basic and applied sciences; international business and humanities; pharmacy; art and design; and sustainable architecture. Examples published by the university include computer science, artificial intelligence and data science, networks and cybersecurity, bioinformatics, chemistry, applied physics, mathematics and statistics, molecular biology and biomedical sciences, electronics and communications engineering, electrical power engineering, and business administration. Applicants should use the faculty-specific admissions page because eligible secondary-school streams and entrance-exam subjects differ by program. Postgraduate education includes master’s and PhD routes. The official national postgraduate requirements state that master’s applicants need a relevant bachelor’s degree, while doctoral applicants need a relevant master’s degree from a recognized institution. Selection can involve document screening, a written examination, an interview, research-topic selection, and presentation of a proposal. The course catalogue separates undergraduate and postgraduate offerings, allowing students to inspect courses by faculty, department, and credit hours. Prospective researchers should compare available research topics and supervisors with their intended specialization before applying.

Key Highlights

• Public Egyptian research university established through an Egypt–Japan partnership
• Established in 2009; postgraduate teaching began in 2010 and undergraduate teaching in 2017
• Operating in 2026 with active undergraduate and postgraduate admissions
• E-JUST and Hiroshima University plan a dual-master’s intake beginning in October 2026

Student Life & Environment

E-JUST operates as a residential campus, with academic and student facilities distributed across its campus areas in New Borg El-Arab. The university’s student-service hub provides access to housing applications, transportation information, the academic calendar, the course catalogue, learning platforms, student records, activity services, and technical support. This centralized setup is useful for students living away from their home governorate or arriving from another country. Official campus information describes furnished, air-conditioned accommodation with Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, shared kitchen or kitchenette resources, study or lounge areas, and access to medical support. For 2026/2027, the housing portal lists multiple undergraduate housing models at the north and west campuses. Availability is not automatic: admitted students submit an accommodation request, after which eligible applicants receive further details from the university. Recreation facilities described by E-JUST include an indoor pool, gymnasium, squash court, football fields, tennis courts, and a multipurpose court. Students can also participate in clubs, cultural events, academic competitions, trips, and international activities. Campus dining includes food courts, cafés, and a Japanese restaurant. International-student programming has included field trips, cultural events, and Arabic and Japanese language activities. Applicants should distinguish these optional campus experiences from academic degree requirements and confirm current schedules after enrollment.

Location & Surroundings

The university’s main address is in New Borg El-Arab City, Alexandria Governorate, with postal address P.O. Box 179, New Borg El-Arab City 21934, Alexandria, Egypt. This is not a central Alexandria waterfront location. New Borg El-Arab is a planned city southwest of Alexandria and is associated with industrial, research, and development activity. Prospective students should evaluate the campus as a residential setting and consider transport arrangements when planning regular trips into Alexandria. The location supports E-JUST’s laboratory-intensive and campus-based model by placing academic buildings, research facilities, housing, recreation, dining, and student services within the same university environment. The student portal includes a transportation service for schedules, routes, and campus transport booking. Applicants should verify current routes, frequency, eligibility, and charges directly with the university because those operational details may change by term. Alexandria offers museums, historic sites, Mediterranean cultural attractions, and the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, but travel time from New Borg El-Arab should be considered. For international students, a residential arrangement may simplify the initial transition, although housing availability and costs must be confirmed separately from admission.

Costs & Career Outcomes

E-JUST publishes fees by program and applicant category rather than one universal tuition figure. The latest clearly dated undergraduate schedules found during research were for Egyptian students in 2024/2025 and international students in 2025/2026. These older figures should not be treated as 2026/2027 prices. Applicants should obtain the current faculty-specific tuition schedule before accepting an offer and ask whether laboratory access, student services, insurance, transportation, or other charges are included. The current admissions page separately lists non-refundable undergraduate entrance-exam application charges, but tuition, accommodation, transport, and personal costs remain distinct. The 2026/2027 housing portal lists the North Campus unified undergraduate room at EGP 3,000 per month or EGP 12,000 per semester. West Campus offers several room models, so costs vary. Housing requests are assessed after admissions stages are completed, and a place should not be assumed until confirmed. Students should budget separately for food, local travel, study materials, and personal expenses. Academic preparation is oriented toward practical work, laboratories, projects, research, and industry-relevant technical skills. Computing options cover areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, cybersecurity, networks, and bioinformatics, while engineering and science routes provide laboratory and research experience. Business and design programs emphasize applied and project work. These features can support career preparation, but the reviewed official sources do not publish independently verified placement rates, starting salaries, or employer lists. Students should ask their faculty about internships, career services, recent graduate destinations, and professional recognition relevant to their intended occupation.