Degree Programs in Systems and Information Engineering,
Life and Earth Sciences, Comprehensive Human Sciences

Master’s Program in Life Science Innovation

Life Science Innovation
  • August Selection Process (General Selection Process) Entrance: April 2026
  • January to February Selection Process (General Selection Process) Entrance: April 2026 or October 2026

Security Export Control

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.

・Procedures for “Deemed Export” for Security Export Control

Application Process Overview Chart

Check your qualifications!

(A) No eligibility screening is required for the following individuals:
  • Individuals who have graduated from, or who are expecting to graduate from, a Japanese four-year university by March 2026 (enrollment in April) or by September 2026 (enrollment in October)
  • Individuals who have graduated from a university outside Japan that implements 16 or more years of school curriculum up to university graduation, and earned a bachelor’s degree, or individuals who are expecting to graduate from such a university and earn a bachelor’s degree by March 2026 (enrollment in April) or by September 2026 (enrollment in October)
  • Others(If you have any questions about your eligibility, send us an email.)
(B) Eligibility screening is required for the following individuals:
  • Individuals who have graduated from, or are expecting to graduate from, a junior college or upper secondary school as the latest academic background
  • Individuals who have graduated from, or are expecting to graduate from, a vocational school or similar school with the latest academic background
  • Individuals who have graduated from, or are expecting to graduate from, a university of a foreign country that implements less than 16-year school curriculum
  • Others(If you have any questions about your eligibility, send us an email.)
Please contact your prospective supervisor in advance and consult with them regarding your application.
〈For inquiries regarding research fields (majors), please refer to this link:〉
Assessment of Eligibility for Application

Email us to obtain the necessary documents by the schedule below. If you are deemed eligible for admission, you will be given a passcode needed on the Web Entry System.

【Due Dates】

  • August Selection Process: July 2, 2025
  • January to February Selection Process: November 25, 2025
Applicants Who Need Considerations

If you need considerations due to disability, contact the Division of Admission, Department of Educational Promotion.
*We may not be able to accommodate your request for consideration.

【Due Dates】

  • August Selection Process: July 2, 2025
  • January to February Selection Process: November 25, 2025
Web Entry

You can apply to the University of Tsukuba online through our Web Entry system. Read the guidelines carefully before applying.

【Application Period】

  • August Selection Process: July 9 (from 12 p.m. JST) – July 22, 2025 (by 3 p.m. JST)
  • January to February Selection Process: December 1 (from 12 p.m. JST) – December 11, 2025 (by 3 p.m. JST)
Sign Up

First, you will need your account to log in. Once you make an account, you may save the data you entered and log back in later to continue.

Activation

When you sign up, the activation email will be sent to your email address registered. Click the activation URL on the email to activate your account.

Login

For the first time after the activation, you’re already logged in. Just click on the “Login” button to begin. When you visit our Login page the second time or later, enter your email address and password to log in.

My Page

At the “My Page”, you need to click on the “Application Form” button for the Master’s Program.
On the page, you can edit your login information or reset the password.

Application Form

There are four sections in the Application Form.

  1. Applicant’s Information
  2. Course Information/ Preferences
  3. Eligibility
  4. Educational Background

Each section will be saved when you click on the “Proceed” button on each confirmation page. After saving, you can continue from where you left off when you log in back.

On “1. Applicant’s Information,” upload your ID photo in JPEG format.
On “3. Eligibility,” describe your Study Plan, Background and Future Career Plan, with about 1,000 words in English.
On “4. Educational Background,” applicants who have graduated from a university outside Japan are required to upload their degree certificate in JPEG format, which is one of the documents to be submitted. (Since each country has different education systems, we need to confirm their eligibility for application.)
Click here for details on information, certificates and supporting documents required for application.

Payment

You must pay the examination fee before submitting your application. The University can accept:

  1. -Online credit card payment for both domestic and overseas applicants
  2. -Convenience store payment for domestic applicants only

Please note that the examination fees are exempted for those who are

  1. The Government-Sponsored (MEXT scholarship) students.

Click here for details.
(Or for details, please see “4. Examination Fee” in the Admission Examination Guidelines)

Submission

You can submit your application by clicking the “Submit to Apply” button. Once you click on the button, the information you have entered will be sent to the University, and you will not be able to go back to edit. Make sure to double-check before proceeding.

Print Generated PDF Documents

After clicking on the “Submit to Apply” button, “Reference Card” and “Address Sheet” will be generated in PDF for printing.
You can download them from the Web Entry system only during the application period.

    【Application Period】

  • August Selection Process: July 9 (from 12 p.m. JST) – July 22, 2025 (by 3 p.m. JST)
  • January to February Selection Process: December 1 (from 12 p.m. JST) – December 11, 2025 (by 3 p.m. JST)

Web Entry

Submission of Certificates and Supporting Documents

Submit originals of all required certificates and supporting documents to the T-LSI Office by postal mail or you can submit them directly to the T-LSI office.

【Due Dates】

  • August Selection Process: July 23, 2025 PM 3:00 (JST)
  • January to February Selection Process: December 12, 2025 PM 3:00 (JST)

Click here for details.

Information and Instructions for Examinees

Information and Instructions for Examinees will be sent by email.

Examination Dates
  • August Selection Process: August 20 – August 22, 2025
  • January to February Selection Process: January 27 – January 29, 2026
Announcement of Admission Results
  • August Selection Process: September 11, 2025
  • January to February Selection Process: February 13, 2026

The examinee numbers for successful applicants will be posted on our website. (http://webentry.ap-graduate.tsukuba.ac.jp/). The Letter of Acceptance will be issued online. An email will be sent to the email address registered for the application from 10:00 a.m. on the day of the acceptance announcement sequentially. Please follow the instructions in that email to download the Letter of Acceptance.

Documents for Enrollment

(1) Enrollment Procedure
The information on Admission Procedures will be sent to successful applicants to the email address registered for the application. Please follow the instructions in that email to conduct the admission procedures.

    【Date to send email: For entrants in April 2026】

  • Mid-January to Mid-February 2026 (scheduled)
    (Successful applicants for the August selection)
  • February 13 (Fri.) 2026
    (Successful applicants for the January-February Selection Process)
    【Date to send email: For entrants in October 2026】

  • Late June 2026

(2) Due Date for Enrollment

  • Entrants in April 2026: Early March 2026
  • Entrants in October 2026: Late August 2026

Note: For the date of deadline and the details of procedures, refer to Enrollment Procedure Guidelines.

All applicants with a full-time job must submit a document or letter from their employer providing that they are available to complete the program (e.g., an order for a training course, a letter for a leave of absence, or an approval letter)

Entrance
  • April 1 or October 1, 2026