University of Tsukuba
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University of Tsukuba

筑波大学 

Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Master's Programs in Comprehensive Human Sciences
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Science in Medical Sciences/Public Health)
Master's Programs in Comprehensive Human Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Education/Arts in Psychology/Arts in Disability Sciences/Science in Counseling/Science in Rehabilitation/Neuroscience/Science in Nursing/Physical Education, Health and Sport Sciences/Arts in Sport and Olympic Studies/Sport and Wellness Promotion/Science in Art/Design/Heritage Studies/Science in Informatics/Disease Mechanism/Medical Science)
Doctoral Programs in Comprehensive Human Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy in Education/Philosophy in Psychology/Phylosophy in Disability Sciences/Philosophy in Counseling Psychology/Philosophy in Rehabilitation Science/Philosophy in Neuroscience/Philosophy in Nursing/Philosophy in Human Care Science/Philosophy in Public Health/Philosophy in Sports Medicine/Philosophy in Health and Sport Sciences/Philosophy in Coaching Science/Sport and Wellmess Promotion/Philosophy in Art/Philosophy in Design/Philosophy in Heritage Studies/Philosophy in Informatics/Philosophy in Human Biology/Philosophy in Disease Mechanism/Philosophy in Medical Science )
Doctoral Programs in Comprehensive Human Sciences
Consistent five-year Program
5
Doctoral
(Philosophy in Medical Sciences/Philosophy in Human Biology)
Doctoral Programs in Comprehensive Human Sciences
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(Philosophy in Medical Science )
Joint Master’s Program in International Development and Peace through Sport
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Arts in International Development and Peace through Sport)
International Joint Degree Master’s Program in Agro-Biomedical Science in Food and Health
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Agro-Biomedical Science in Food and Health)
Joint Doctoral Program in Advanced Physical Education and Sports for Higher Education
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Advanced Physical Education and Sports for Higher Education)
Academic Calendar

Master's Program

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Sep. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Sep. / Oct.

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.

Consistent five-year Program

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Degree Programs Offered in English
Master's Program
Available
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In this program, all classes are conducted in English. Students gain expert knowledge about agricultural and medical science (combining food security, health security, agriculture and medicine). They also cultivate agricultural and medical scientific literacy, coordination ability, and practical skills through fieldwork in each country, corporate internships, entrepreneurial training, etc. In response to the challenges of maintaining and improving health and securing a steady supply of food, the program provides a foundation for students to become high-level international experts, global innovators who can bridge the gap between R&D and global societal needs.
After graduating from the program, we believe students will forge a path for themselves as global innovators, hands-on professionals who can propose new guidelines in internationally active companies such as general trading and distribution companies, food companies, pharmaceutical companies, nursery companies, think tanks and consultancies, etc. We also expect them to work in situations where they coordinate and implement projects on the front line of R&D and marketing and feed their results back into society.

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Available
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https://tlsi.tsukuba.ac.jp/en/

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link
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https://tlsi.tsukuba.ac.jp/en/educational/overview/

Consistent five-year Program
Available
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The Human Biology Program covers medical, biological, computational and physical sciences. Students participating in this program shall gain research and scientific knowledge that is expected to become world-class leaders, who could direct our society for the benefit of the human being.

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
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Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)


Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
Application Form
Link
School Features
Link
  • Evening Course Available
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Japanese Language Course at an Affiliated School (Separate Admission Process for the University)
Available
Link
Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Other Study Abroad Programs
Link 6 mos
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • Midwife

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
2,384
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
509 1,875

Number of International Students by Nationality

Master's Program

Number of Spring Admissions
78
Number of Spring International Admissions
23
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
5
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
81 (29)
Completion Rate in 2024
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
512
Number of Spring International Admissions
69
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
114
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
484 (83)
Completion Rate in 2024
94 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
143
Number of Spring International Admissions
40
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
19
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
67 (10)
Completion Rate in 2024
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Consistent five-year Program (a two-year first stage/master's degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
5
Number of Spring International Admissions
2
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
0 (0)
Completion Rate in 2024
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Consistent five-year Program (a three-year second stage/doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
0
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
0 (0)
Completion Rate in 2024
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
99
Number of Spring International Admissions
20
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
8
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
51 (6)
Completion Rate in 2024
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
700
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    2384:700

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
200
160
82
101
1
544
77
Female
31
49
28
48
0
156
22
International Faculty
5
10
0
15
0
30
4

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

Master's Program

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
23
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
47

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
68
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
355

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
46

Consistent five-year Program (a two-year first stage/master's degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
0

Consistent five-year Program (a three-year second stage/doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
0

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
42
Main Pathways for International Students
・Researcher / Manufacture of transportation equipment
・Researcher/ Manufacture of miscellaneous manufacturing industries
・Researcher/ Electronic parts, devices and electronic circuits
・Researcher/ Information & Communication
・Researcher / Scientific and development research institutes
・University Faculty in America
・University Faculty in Australia
・Entrepreneur in America
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
32
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert to credit)
Link
Career Support
Available
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Campus Location

Campus
Tsukuba Campus
1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, 305-8577, Ibaraki, Ibaraki Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Suburban
Facilities and Services
  • Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms)
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • Rest areas
  • Computer rooms
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Halal food provided in the cafeteria and elsewhere (certified Halal)
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
Campus
Bunkyo School Building, Tokyo Campus
3-29-1 Otsuka, Bunkyo City, 112-0012, Tokyo, Tokyo Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Metropolitan
Facilities and Services
  • Rest areas
  • Computer rooms
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Free Wi-Fi for students

Third-party Quality Assurance

Program Accreditation
  • Ph.D.Program in Human Biology (Doctoral)

    Program for Leading Graduate Schools/Selected in 2011 / Evaluated as S in Composite category(Life science & health) - Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, Program for Leading Graduate Schools Committee (2017)

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 10 2024

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Master's/Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation
Link
Doctoral Program in Medical Sciences/Master's Program in Medical Sciences/Public Health
Link
International Joint Degree Master’s Program in Agro-Biomedical Science in Food and Health
Link
Master's Program in Sport and Olympic Studies
Link
Joint Master's Program in International Development and Peace through Sport
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • Time for exam extended by 1.5 times or 1.3 times
  • Permission to take exam in Braille; use of question sheets with a font that is 1.4 times larger and paper sheets that are twice as large; use of a magnifying glass; etc.
  • Intention can be expressed using an AAC device or computer
  • Sign-language interpreter, helper available
  • Consideration given to location of exam room (e.g., distance from restroom and elevator)
  • Other special measures such as use of walking sticks, hearing aids, wheelchairs, and specially made desks, etc.
Transfer within the Institution
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
  • Requires English language proficiency (IELTS)
Remarks
  • Online application available
  • Examination fees and other charges payable by credit card or online payment system
  • Travel to Japan not required before admission procedure
Application Timing
May. / Jul. / Sep.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

Master's Program

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for working adults

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for working adults

Consistent five-year Program

  • General

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 10 2024

Master's Program

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Other Charges

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link

Consistent five-year Program

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Fourth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Fifth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Fourth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
44,410 yen

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 10 2024

Late Payment Plan
Available
Installment Payment Plan
Available
Tuition Waivers
Student may Apply for Waiver or Reduction of Tuition
Link

Scholarships/Loans

Grants (All Students may Apply)
Available
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Available Link
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details