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Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation
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Early Completion Program for Working individuals in Doctoral Programs in the Graduate School of Sciences and Technology
Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Bioinformatics, Food Innovation, Environmental Management, Biomolecular Engineering at Graduate School of Science and Technology) (Disease Mechanism, Drug Discovery at Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences), has introduced a system to support working individuals who wish to complete the doctoral programs in a shorter period. The Early Completion Program applies to work individuals with a certain degree of research achievements and competency and provides them with opportunities to complete a three-year doctoral program in a minimum of one year.
- Students eligible for early completion
Working individuals who have research achievements related to a research field in the Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Bioinformatics, Food Innovation, Environmental Management, Biomolecular Engineering at Graduate School of Science and technology) (Disease Mechanism, Drug Discovery at Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences), and wish to earn a doctoral degree in a shorter period.
- Documents to be submitted to apply for the Early Completion Program
After passing the entrance examination, submit the documents and reports specified in 1) – 4) below. The procedures will be notified to successful applicants at the time of the announcement of acceptance.- 1) Applicant’s statement (includes the applicant’s area of specialization, activities at the school last attended, and their relation to the desired area of research.)
- 2) List of achievements (includes peer-reviewed papers and presentation materials)
The number of peer-reviewed papers and conference presentations required for the application in the program is shown below. - 3) Self-assessment form (prescribed form)
- 4) Plan of doctoral dissertation (2 – 4 pages of A4 size paper, format of your choice, including your theme and studies in related areas)
- Qualifications for the Early Completion Program
Based on the documents listed in 2 above, an interview will be conducted if necessary to determine whether the applicant qualifies for the program. The application procedures will be notified along with the announcement of acceptance. - Notes
Consult with your prospective advisor in advance before applying.
Doctoral Programs Doctoral
| Program | Peer-Reviewed Paper | Presentation in international conference |
|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Bioinformatics) | A minimum of 2 first author original papers (published or in press in international peer-reviewed journals) | A minimum of 1 first author presentation in international conference (poster or oral) |
| Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Food Innovation) |
A minimum of 2 first author original papers (published or in press in international peer-reviewed journals) | A minimum of 1 first author presentation in international conference (poster or oral) |
| Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Environmental Management) |
A minimum of 2 first author original papers (published or in press in international peer-reviewed journals) | A minimum of 1 first author presentation in international conference (poster or oral) |
| Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Biomolecular Engineering) |
A minimum of 2 first author original papers (published or in press in international peer-reviewed journals) | A minimum of 1 first author presentation in international conference (poster or oral) |
| Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Disease Mechanism) |
A minimum of 2 first author original papers (published or in press in international peer-reviewed journals) | A minimum of 1 first author presentation in international conference (poster or oral) |
| Doctoral Program in Life Science Innovation (Drug Discovery) | A minimum of 2 first author original papers (published or in press in international peer-reviewed journals) | A minimum of 1 first author presentation in international conference (poster or oral) |