Degree Programs in Humanities and Social Sciences
Master’s Programs
Humanities(Subprogram in Philosophy/ Subprogram in History and Anthropology/ Subprogram in Literature/ Subprogram in Linguistics/ Subprogram in Modern Culture Studies/ Subprogram in English Language Education)
- February (General Admission)
International Public Policy
- October (General Admission)
- February (General Admission)
International and Advanced Japanese Studies
- October (General Admission)
- February (General Admission/ Special Selection of Working Individuals)
The following application guidelines apply to all of the programs listed above.
Implementing Future Entrance Examinations, Etc.,
in Response to the COVID-19 Infections
There is a possibility that there will be changes in the method of the entrance examinations for the University of Tsukuba Graduate School for academic year 2021, depending on the situation regarding the spread of the infections of the COVID-19, such as changes to online entrance examinations, etc., after these application guidelines have been published. Also, there is a possibility that entrance examination days will be added, in connection with the changes in the examination method. The latest information on the entrance examinations is published on the Information page of the Graduate Admissions site, so it can be checked at any time.
In particular, when applying and before taking the examination, be sure to check the latest information in the Information page of the Graduate Admissions site.
Information page of the Graduate Admissions site URL https://eng.ap-graduate.tsukuba.ac.jp/
Information Environment, Etc., Necessary if there is a Change to Online Entrance Examinations
At present the schedule, etc., envisaged for entrance examinations in the university (Tsukuba area) has been announced. However if there has to be a change to online entrance examinations at short notice, it will be announced on this site when the decision has been taken (as a guide, by August 7 in the case of September entrance examinations, and 1 month before the examination date for entrance examinations in October or later). Also if the examinations are to be held online, the following is advance notification of the preparations that must be made by those taking the examinations.
- Have a bright quiet private room environment
- Have a network environment capable of sending and receiving video
- Have a personal computer with a camera and microphone
(using a speaker for voice output. The use of earphones or headphones, etc., that are fitted to the body are prohibited) - Have a smartphone (with a camera) * Item 4 on the left is for emergency use in case of occurrence of network problems
Note that if you have questions regarding the examination environment or if you would like to do a communication test as preparation in advance for the possibility of online examinations, contact the inquiry desk of your program.
Application Process Overview Chart
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*Those who wish to apply for the “Special Selection of Working Individuals” must have at least one year of full-time or part-time work experience by March 2021.
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Assessment of Eligibility for Application Individuals who need to undergo the Eligibility Screening should contact the Academic Service Office for the Humanities and Social Sciences Area in advance.
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Applicants Who Need Special AssistanceIf you need special assistance at the time of the entrance examination due to disability, contact us by the following dates:
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Web EntryYou can apply to the University of Tsukuba online through our Web Entry system. Read the guidelines carefully before applying.
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Submission of Documents Original copies of the documents listed in “3. Web Entry and Documents to be Submitted” must be submitted by registered mail no later than the deadlines below.
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Information and Hints for ExamineesWe will post “Information and Hints for Examinees” on our website. Be sure to read this before the entrance examination.
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Examination Dates
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Announcement of Admission Results
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Documents for Enrollment
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Procedure for Enrollment
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Entrance
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