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University of Tsukuba

筑波大学 

Graduate School of Science and Technology

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Master’s Programs in Pure and Applied Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science/Engineering)
Master’s Programs in Systems and Information Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science in Policy and Planning Sciences/Engineering in Service Science/Engineering/Bioinformatics)
Master’s Programs in Life and Earth Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science/Agricultural Science/Environmental Sciences/Science in Mountain Studies/Food Innovation/Environmental Management/Bioengineering)
Joint Master’s Degree Program in Sustainability and Environmental Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Sustainability and Environmental Sciences)
Doctoral Programs in Pure and Applied Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science/Engineering)
Doctoral Programs in Systems and Information Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Policy and Planning Science/Engineering/Bioinformatics)
Doctoral Programs in Life and Earth Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science/Agricultural Science/Life and Agricultural Sciences/Biotechnology/Environmental Studies/Food Innovation/Environmental Management/Bioengineering)
Doctoral Program in Empowerment Informatics
Consistent five-year Program
5
Masters
Doctoral
(Human Informatics)
Academic Calendar

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.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
Link
Syllabus
Link
List of Courses and Schedule
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Available
Link
https://www.global.tsukuba.ac.jp/graduate/

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

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


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

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
Contact Info (for International Students)
システム情報エリア支援室　大学院教務 Master's/Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation Master's/Doctoral Programs in Pure and Applied Sciences:Academic Affairs Section for Graduate School, Academic Service Office for the Pure and Applied Sciences Area University of Tsukuba Master's/Doctoral Programs in Life and Earth Sciences: Academic Affairs (Graduate), Academic Service Office for the Life and Environmental Sciences Area, University of Tsukuba
029-853-3998(Master's/Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation)
sysinfo.kyomu@sie.tsukuba.ac.jp(システム情報エリア支援室　大学院教務) life-innov@un.tsukuba.ac.jp(Master's/Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation) Master's/Doctoral Programs in Pure and Applied Sciences:nyushi-pas@un.tsukuba.ac.jp Master's/Doctoral Programs in Life and Earth Sciences: seimeiin@un.tsukuba.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy
Link

Program Profile

Official Website
Link
Brochures and App Form
Application Form
Link
School Features
Link
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Link
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
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
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
3,401
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
934 2,467

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
1101
Number of Spring International Admissions
165
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
112
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
1059 (236)
Completion Rate in 2024
97.4 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
251
Number of Spring International Admissions
93
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
19
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
220 (91)
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
7
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 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

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Link
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
668

  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    3401:668

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)
Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
227
203
28
147
0
605
90
Female
13
19
5
26
0
63
9
International Faculty
5
17
1
30
0
53
7

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
156
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
820

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
1
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
140

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
Main Pathways for International Students
Manufacturing engineers and researchers
Teachers, Industries, Researchers, etc.
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
117
Information on Career Prospects
Link
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert to credit)
Link
Career Support

Link
Voices of International Students
Link
International Alumni Networks

Link

Campus Location

Campus
Tsukuba Campus
1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, 305-8577, Ibaraki, Ibaraki Google Map
Access Map
Link
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

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 10 2024

Admission Policy of Institution
Link
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Special Selection for “Chinese Government Graduate Student Overseas Study Program
Link
Japanese government (MEXT) scholarship program for foreign degree students (University Recommendation)
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
  • 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
Eligible to Apply
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
Jan. / Feb. / Apr. / Jul. / Oct. / Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

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

  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Consistent five-year Program

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 10 2024

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
Admission Fee
282,000 yen

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
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

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

JASSO Website

Types of Professional Qualifications

For each acquirable professional qualification, the eligibility requirements such as prescribed curriculum or requirement for practical experience and the nationality requirement may differ.

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Total estimated costs

"Total estimated costs" is the total of tuition (maximum possible for first-year students × length of the course of study), entrance fees, other costs (lab fees, facility and equipment fees, student accident insurance for first-year students × length of the course of study), and main living expenses × 12 months × length of the course of study. Living expenses include housing expenses. NIAD-QE calculates a reference value of housing expenses based on the Campus Life Data Survey by University Co-op, which each university may change to reflect the actual conditions.

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Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)

Where there are several campuses, housing costs are calculated based on area the main campus is located in.

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Admission Fee

Fee charged when one is admitted as a qualified student and decides to be enrolled.

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MEXT Research Students Scholarship

  • Those who are enrolled in a master’s course, a doctoral course, or a professional graduate course at a graduate school.
  • Those who are conducting research in a specialized field at an undergraduate department, graduate school, institute attached to a university, etc. without the aim of completing the course, or who are receiving preparatory education in the Japanese language and other subjects prior to placement at the university, etc. (Excluding the Young Leaders Program(YLP) students or teacher training students.)
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Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

  • Double Degree Program: Programs for which multiple diplomas are awarded by completing learning at Japanese and foreign institutions using the credit transfer system.
  • Joint Degree Program: Programs for a single diploma jointly awarded by two or more institutions based on cooperation established by Japanese and foreign institutions.
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Tuition Waivers

Tuition waivers may be entire or partial.

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Grants (All Students may Apply)

Scholarships may include loans and grants.
This part shows scholarships limited to students of this program. However, other scholarships may be available at the institutional level. Check the university’s website for details.

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Number of Spring Admissions

See the section on "entry timing" for the availability of admissions other than in the spring.

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Location Type

  • Metropolitan: Tokyo 23 Wards, Cities, of those population are more than 500,000, designated by the government decree
  • Urban: Cities in Tokyo Metropolitan (other than 23 wards), Cities in Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo Prefecture except for those designated as underpopulated areas by the act.
  • Suburban: Other areas than Metropolitan or Urban

The above classifications are a guide suggested by NIAD-QE; each university chooses the classification for its own campus.

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