University of Teacher Education Fukuoka (福岡教育大学, Fukuoka Kyōiku Daigaku) (UTEF) is a national university in Munakata, Fukuoka, Japan. The predecessor of the school was founded in 1876, and it was chartered as a university in 1949. The present name was adopted in 1966.

Located in Munakata, a city in Fukuoka Prefecture, UTEF’s main campus features a combination of traditional and modern educational facilities. The campus is notable for its serene environment, conducive to academic learning and research.

• Fukuoka University of Education Kindergarten
• Fukuoka University of Education Fukuoka Elementary School
• Fukuoka University of Education Fukuoka Junior High School
• Fukuoka University of Education Kurume Elementary School
• Fukuoka University of Education Kurume Junior High School
• Fukuoka University of Education Kokura Elementary School
• Fukuoka University of Education Kokura Junior High School

These schools provide hands-on teaching opportunities and contribute to the development of innovative educational practices.

UTEF offers undergraduate and graduate programs aimed at preparing future educators with the skills and knowledge required to meet contemporary educational challenges. The curriculum includes courses in pedagogy, subject-specific teaching methods, and educational research.

UTEF supports a variety of athletic programs to promote physical education and teamwork. Notably, its American football team competes in the Kyūshū Collegiate American Football Association.

• 1876: Established as a teacher training institution.
• 1949: Officially chartered as a university.
• 1966: Adopted the current name, University of Teacher Education Fukuoka.

UTEF has an American football team that competes in the Kyūshū Collegiate American Football Association

• Official website

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