【SAK University】Second Application Period Opens for Spring 2026 Early Transfer System – Information Sessions Also Held –
SAK University, an international education partner institution officially recognized by the University of Essex, has opened its second application period for the Spring 2026 early transfer system (Restart Special Enrollment). This system allows students to reconsider their career paths and aptitudes if they feel a mismatch after enrollment, offering a curriculum focused on AI and IT with a blend of theory, practice, and research.
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SAK University Tokyo Innovation Campus (hereinafter, SAK University), an international education partner institution officially recognized by the University of Essex, UK, began accepting applications for the second period of its early transfer system (Restart Special Enrollment) on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
This system allows students to reconsider their career paths and aptitudes, even if they feel a mismatch after enrollment, without being bound by the premise of 'continuing a chosen path for four years.'
At SAK University, students can experience international standard education in Japan while learning computer science, AI, and cybersecurity in Japanese. In response to the evolution of AI and IT fields, which traditional higher education often struggles to keep pace with, the university offers a British-style curriculum that integrates 'theory, practice, and research,' emphasizing exercises and implementation to cultivate skills leading to a wide range of industries and international careers.
Please refer to the application guidelines for details, including required documents.
Application Guidelines
■ Schedule
Application Acceptance Period:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to Monday, April 27, 2026
Interview Period*:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Notification of Acceptance:
Within 3 days after the interview (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and university holidays)
Enrollment Procedures Period:
Within 7 days from the date of acceptance notification
*Interviews will be conducted on one day within the interview period. For those living far away, online interviews are also possible.
The interview schedule will be individually contacted and adjusted with applicants by the Admissions Support Office.
Check details in the application guidelines
■ How to Apply
Please create a My Page on the WEB application system and apply.
Click here for the WEB application system
■ Information Sessions for Prospective Transfer Students
We will provide an overview of our university and details about the transfer system.
Conducted online or in-person. Please refer to the official website for details.
Date | Time
---|---
April 17 (Friday) | 19:30-20:30
April 25 (Saturday) | 11:00-12:30, 14:00-15:30
April 19 (Sunday) | 10:00-11:00, 11:30-12:30, 13:30-14:30, 15:00-16:00, 16:30-17:30, 18:00-19:00
Click here to apply for information sessions
■ Individual Career Counseling Sessions
These are individual counseling sessions where you can directly discuss concerns about career choices, transfers, and application methods.
Participation by the applicant alone is welcome, as is participation with a guardian or by guardians only.
▸Click here to make a reservation
Dean's Comment
Naoki Tsuchihashi, Dean of SAK University
"At our university, we emphasize not just the acquisition of knowledge, but also fostering the ability to think independently, implement ideas, and contribute value back to society.
Through learning that integrates theory, practice, and an international perspective, we aim to develop individuals who can thrive globally."
Our university designs study plans with future progression to overseas graduate schools in mind, supporting diverse career choices both domestically and internationally.
We aim to create an environment where students can start their studies with confidence, alleviating anxieties about higher education.
■ Overview of the University of Essex, UK
The University of Essex is a leading research university in the UK, ranked in the TOP 350 of the THE World University Rankings (*1), and is globally recognized, particularly in the fields of social sciences, economics, and political science.
Established in 1964, it is a UK public research university highly acclaimed internationally, especially in human rights. Its graduates are active in international organizations such as the UN, and it has produced two Nobel laureates. It also boasts extensive employment records with global companies like the BBC and VISA. Furthermore, it is ranked 12th nationally in The Guardian University Guide 2026 (*2).
■ Contact Information
SAK University Tokyo Innovation Campus
Admissions Support Office
TEL: 0120-105-977
email: info@sak.ac
Official Website
Source
*1 Times Higher Education 2026: University of Essex, Hokkaido University, University of Tsukuba > 301–350th; Keio University > 601–800th
*2 The Guardian University Guide 2026: University of Essex > 12th
This system allows students to reconsider their career paths and aptitudes, even if they feel a mismatch after enrollment, without being bound by the premise of 'continuing a chosen path for four years.'
At SAK University, students can experience international standard education in Japan while learning computer science, AI, and cybersecurity in Japanese. In response to the evolution of AI and IT fields, which traditional higher education often struggles to keep pace with, the university offers a British-style curriculum that integrates 'theory, practice, and research,' emphasizing exercises and implementation to cultivate skills leading to a wide range of industries and international careers.
Please refer to the application guidelines for details, including required documents.
Application Guidelines
■ Schedule
Application Acceptance Period:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to Monday, April 27, 2026
Interview Period*:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, to Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Notification of Acceptance:
Within 3 days after the interview (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and university holidays)
Enrollment Procedures Period:
Within 7 days from the date of acceptance notification
*Interviews will be conducted on one day within the interview period. For those living far away, online interviews are also possible.
The interview schedule will be individually contacted and adjusted with applicants by the Admissions Support Office.
Check details in the application guidelines
■ How to Apply
Please create a My Page on the WEB application system and apply.
Click here for the WEB application system
■ Information Sessions for Prospective Transfer Students
We will provide an overview of our university and details about the transfer system.
Conducted online or in-person. Please refer to the official website for details.
Date | Time
---|---
April 17 (Friday) | 19:30-20:30
April 25 (Saturday) | 11:00-12:30, 14:00-15:30
April 19 (Sunday) | 10:00-11:00, 11:30-12:30, 13:30-14:30, 15:00-16:00, 16:30-17:30, 18:00-19:00
Click here to apply for information sessions
■ Individual Career Counseling Sessions
These are individual counseling sessions where you can directly discuss concerns about career choices, transfers, and application methods.
Participation by the applicant alone is welcome, as is participation with a guardian or by guardians only.
▸Click here to make a reservation
Dean's Comment
Naoki Tsuchihashi, Dean of SAK University
"At our university, we emphasize not just the acquisition of knowledge, but also fostering the ability to think independently, implement ideas, and contribute value back to society.
Through learning that integrates theory, practice, and an international perspective, we aim to develop individuals who can thrive globally."
Our university designs study plans with future progression to overseas graduate schools in mind, supporting diverse career choices both domestically and internationally.
We aim to create an environment where students can start their studies with confidence, alleviating anxieties about higher education.
■ Overview of the University of Essex, UK
The University of Essex is a leading research university in the UK, ranked in the TOP 350 of the THE World University Rankings (*1), and is globally recognized, particularly in the fields of social sciences, economics, and political science.
Established in 1964, it is a UK public research university highly acclaimed internationally, especially in human rights. Its graduates are active in international organizations such as the UN, and it has produced two Nobel laureates. It also boasts extensive employment records with global companies like the BBC and VISA. Furthermore, it is ranked 12th nationally in The Guardian University Guide 2026 (*2).
■ Contact Information
SAK University Tokyo Innovation Campus
Admissions Support Office
TEL: 0120-105-977
email: info@sak.ac
Official Website
Source
*1 Times Higher Education 2026: University of Essex, Hokkaido University, University of Tsukuba > 301–350th; Keio University > 601–800th
*2 The Guardian University Guide 2026: University of Essex > 12th