Degree Programs in Humanities and Social Sciences
Doctoral 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)
- Enrollment in April 2025
- January to February Selection Process (General Selection Process)
International Public Policy
- Enrollment in October 2024
- July Selection Process (Special Selection Process for Recommended Applicants)
- Enrollment in April 2025
- January to February Selection Process (General Selection Process)*
International and Advanced Japanese Studies
- Enrollment in October 2024
- July Selection Process (Special Selection Process for Recommended Applicants)
- Enrollment in April 2025
- July Selection Process (Special Selection Process for Recommended Applicants)
- October Selection Process (General Selection Process)
- January to February Selection Process (General Selection Process / Special Selection Process for Working Individuals)*
*Applicants who take January to February Selection Process for the Doctoral program in International Public Policy or International and Advanced Japanese Studies may also choose to enroll in October 2025.
The following application guidelines apply to all of the programs listed above.
If you have any questions about the application process, please check the information in this application guideline before contacting us, and inquire at the contact information in “11. Contact Us”.
The University of Tsukuba has established the University of Tsukuba Rules on Security Export Control in accordance with the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Act (FEFTA), and conducts strict examinations for acceptance of international students etc. International applicants who fall under any of the conditions set out in said regulations may be unable to enter their desired program.
[IMPORTANT] Procedures for “Deemed Export” for Security Export Control
In order to strengthen the prevention of leakage of sensitive technology related to security, “deemed export control” was clarified and related laws and regulations were revised (effective May 1, 2022).
As a result, our university has decided to require all applicants to our graduate school to confirm the applicability of Specific Categories.
Please review the link below and check the corresponding items on the web application system.
Application Process Overview Chart
Check your qualifications!
*Those who wish to apply for the “Special Selection Process for Working Individuals” must have at least one year of full-time or part-time work experience by enrollment.
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Assessment of Eligibility for Application Individuals who need to undergo Eligibility Screening should contact the Academic Service Office for the Humanities and Social Sciences Area in advance.
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Applicants Who Need Assistance for the Entrance ExaminationIf you need 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 or by bringing them to the Graduate School Affairs, Academic Service Office for the Humanities and Social Sciences Area no later than the due date specified below.
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Information and Instructions for ExamineesWe will post “Information and Instructions 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 EnrollmentAn enrollment packet (which contain documents to be submitted before entrance) will be sent to successful applicants.
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Procedure for EnrollmentDocuments must be submitted by the following due dates for each enrollment period.
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Entrance
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