※For other entrance exams for foreign students, see program’s HP.
（Note）Master’s Program in Nursing Science may conduct entrance examinations in January–February, depending on the number of successful applicants in the entrance examinations held in July and August. Please check the application guidelines, which are scheduled to be published in November, for details on the fields of study and other information to be offered.
Obtaining Consent from Faculty Members before Applying
Before applying, you must contact a faculty member and obtain consent to become your prospective supervisor (the person who gives you academic instructions after enrollment).
Please check the faculty members supervising the research areas via the following link.
Master’s Program in Medical Sciences
Master’s Program in Public Health
Master’s Program in Nursing Science
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.
Please refer to 3-1. Eligibility for Application for details of eligibility. For individuals who are required the Eligibility Screening, please check the deadline of the Eligibility Screening in 1. Schedule and the application method in 3-2. Details of Eligibility Screening.
Depending on the program, applicants need to obtain a consent from prospective supervisor in advance. For details, please check 4. Supervisor Assignment.
If you require special assistance due to a disability, please check the deadline of the application in 1. Schedule and the application method in 9. Applicants Who Need Assistance.
You can apply to the program through Web Entry System during the application period.
Please check 1. Schedule for each application period. For the application process, please refer to 6. Details of Web Entry.
Application is complete upon submitting the web entry and all required documents such as certificates. Please check 7. Documents to Be Submitted and Reference Card etc. for details and 1. Schedule for deadline. Necessary documents must be received no later than each deadline.
We will post “Information and Instructions for Examinees” in the “information” section on our website at least one week in advance.
Please check 8. Screening Criteria for examination date etc. and 11. Testing Location, Acceptance Announcement & Enrollment Procedure for acceptance announcement.
The information on Admission Procedures will be sent to successful applicants to the email address registered for the application. For details, please check 11. Testing Location, Acceptance Announcement & Enrollment Procedure.
Successful applicants who complete the prescribed admission procedures are admitted.
| July Selection Process | August Selection Process | January to February Selection Process | Notes | |
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| Deadline for application for eligibility screening and inquiries regarding eligibility | May 20, 2026 | July 3, 2026 | November 24, 2026 | See “3-2. Details of Eligibility Screening.” |
| Deadline for requesting assistance due to disability | See “9. Applicants Who Need Assistance.” | |||
| Payment of examination fee | May 22, 2026 – June 1, 2026 | July 9, 2026 – July 22, 2026 | November 30, 2026 – December 10, 2026 | See “5. Examination Fee.” |
| Web entry | May 22, 2026 (from noon JST) – June 1, 2026 (by 3:00 p.m. JST) | July 9, 2026 (from noon JST) – July 22, 2026 (by 3:00 p.m. JST) | November 30, 2026 (from noon JST) – December 10, 2026 (by 3:00 p.m. JST) | See “6. Details of Web Entry.” |
| Documents submission (The documents must arrive at our office by the last day of the submission period) | May 22, 2026 – June 2, 2026 | July 9, 2026 – July 23, 2026 | November 30, 2026 – December 11, 2026 | See “6. Details of Web Entry” and “7. Documents to Be Submitted, Reference Card etc..” |
| Planned publication date of “Information and Instructions for Examinees” | We will post “Information and Instructions for Examinees” in the “information” section on our website at least one week in advance. | See “10. Information and Instructions for Taking the Examination.” | ||
| Examination Dates | The date and time differ depending on the desired program and selection process. See “8. Screening Criteria” for details. | |||
| Announcement of acceptance | July 21, 2026 (from 10:00 a.m. JST) | September 10, 2026 (from 10:00 a.m. JST) | February 15, 2027 (from 10:00 a.m. JST) | See “11. Testing Location, Acceptance Announcement and Admission Procedure.” |
| Sending of Admission Procedure Guide to successful applicants (email) | July 21, 2026 | September 10, 2026 | February 15, 2027 | |
| Type of Entrance Examination | Number of Students to be Admitted | |
|---|---|---|
| August Selection Process | General Selection Process | 45 |
| Special Selection Process for Working Individuals | A few | |
| January to February Selection Process | General Selection Process | 5 |
| Special Selection Process for Working Individuals | A few |
| Type of Entrance Examination | Number of Students to be Admitted | |
|---|---|---|
| August Selection Process | General Selection Process | 7 |
| Special Selection Process for Working Individuals | A few | |
| January to February Selection Process | General Selection Process | 3 |
| Special Selection Process for Working Individuals | A few |
| Type of Entrance Examination | Number of Students to be Admitted | |
|---|---|---|
| July Selection Process | Special Selection Process for Recommended Applicants | 10 |
| August Selection Process | General Selection Process | 5 |
| Special Selection Process for Working Individuals | A few |
Applicants will be deemed eligible if they meet one of the above requirements and have or expect to have at least two years of full-time or part-time working experience the month prior to enrollment. (This includes employment at a company, public office, educational institution, other organizations, and housework.)
Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements described above and fall into one of the following categories. Additionally, applicants must be able to commit to enrolling if admitted.
Graduate Admissions, Academic Service Office for the Medical Sciences Area (See “14. Contact Us.”)
Please submit a request in advance via email to the Academic Service Office for the Medical Sciences Area. Obtain the required forms, such as the Applicant Information Form, from the links below. Please submit them by postal mail or in person to the Academic Service Office for the Medical Sciences Area, along with the necessary supporting documents and your contact information (address, phone number, and email address). Upon review, applicants who are deemed eligible will be provided with an authentication code to enter into the online application system.
The required form is available on this website.
a) Applicant Record (Prescribed Form)
b) CV for Eligibility Screening (Prescribed Form)
c) Graduation Certificate (From your last school; Copies are acceptable)
d) Transcript (From your last school; Copies are acceptable)
e) Certificate of Research History (*)
f) Research Plan (Working Individuals Only)
g) Other Required Documents
(*)If you meet the following requirements, please submit a (e) Certificate of Research History.
Requirement: Foreign applicants who, after completing a university education in a country where the total duration of schooling is less than 16 years, have engaged in research for a substantial period (generally one year or more) as a research student, researcher, or in a similar capacity at a university, a university joint research institution, or a comparable research institution in Japan or abroad; or those who are expected to be employed by the month prior to the month of enrollment.
e) Please submit a certificate of research history certified by the head of the relevant institution or a designated representative. However, international students enrolled as graduate research students at this university may use the university’s designated Certificate of Enrollment (for scholarship applications) in lieu of a Certificate of Research History. Please obtain the document from the university’s automated certificate issuance machine and submit it.
All the applicants must obtain prior consent from their supervisor.
Before applying, you must contact a faculty member and obtain consent to become your prospective supervisor (the person who gives you academic instructions after enrollment). You may select up to a second choice of supervisor at the time of application, but the second choice is not mandatory. If applicants have the second choice, they should contact that faculty member and obtain consent as well.
Please check the faculty members supervising the research areas via the following link.
Applicants for the Special Selection Process for Working Individuals should inform their prospective supervisor that they wish to apply for the Special Selection Process for Working Individuals when obtaining consent.
30,000 Japanese Yen (non-refundable)
The University of Tsukuba have the special measures of examination fee exemption for the victims of disasters in Japan. For details, see https://www.tsukuba.ac.jp/news/20200710152909.html.
Submit your application data through Web Entry System during the designated period (See “1. Schedule”).
Please verify your email settings to ensure you can receive emails from “entry.ap-graduate.tsukuba.ac.jp”.
*We have confirmed instances emails to the “@au.com” and “@ezweb.ne.jp” domains are not being delivered. Please register a different email address or check your “Recipient List Settings” and “Spam Filter Settings” in advance.
Also, please avoid using SMS and MMS as attachments may not be delivered.
Please ensure your PC's internet connection. (Smartphones and tablets are not recommended.)
Please prepare your photo data. (only JPEG file, the file size must be 500 KB or less and less than 2,000 pixels in both width and height.)
Please do not change the image of the person by editing or processing the image to make the eyes look larger, whitening the skin, or modifying facial features, moles, wrinkles, etc. Such modifications may prevent us from verifying the applicant’s identity using the photo on the reference card on the examination day.
Please have a printer ready as there are documents that need to be printed.
Create your own account on the Web Entry System. When you sign up, activation email will be sent to your registered email address. Click the activation URL on the email to activate your account.
Click the “Application Form” button on “My Page” to start web entry. You can edit your login information or reset password on “My Page.”
Please enter the required information (See “6-2. Details of Information You Need for Web Entry”).
Complete payment of the examination fee before submitting your application. The examination fee can be paid by either credit card or convenience store. For details, please check 5. Examination Fees.
*The examination fee already paid is non-refundable.
Once you click on the “Submit to Apply” button, the information you have entered will be sent to the university, and you will not be able to go back to edit. Please check carefully before proceeding. After submission, please make sure to check the confirmation email that will be sent to your registered email address.
After submitting the application data, you will be able to download the documents such as “Reference Card” and “Address Sheet” until the end of the application period. These files must be brought to the venue or mailed to the university. You must print your Reference card and bring it on the day of the examination. Please note that the files no longer be available for download after the end of the application period.
Applicants’ personal information obtained from the application documents and the results of the entrance examination will be used for the affairs concerning admission and screening. The university may also process the information so that it is not personally identifiable and use it for research and study aimed at improvement of the admission procedure and the university education. If a successful applicant who has completed the admission procedures has applied for a JASSO scholarship, the information will be used as screening material in the scholarship selection process.
With our Web Entry system, you can submit the application online. Read this section carefully before applying online. And submit the required documents by postal mail or in person.
| Information | Required for | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Program of Your Choice / Applicant’s Information | All applicants | Follow the instructions on the Web Entry system. You are requested to upload a photograph for your Reference Card in JPEG format. The photograph must be taken within the last three months and must not include hats or other head adornments. | |
| 2. Professors of Your Choice | All applicants | Follow the instructions on the Web Entry system. | |
| 3. Exam Subject | Applicants for Master’s Program in Medical Sciences and Master’s Program in Public Health | Follow the instructions on the Web Entry system. | |
| Form for Submission of English Proficiency Test Score 【Validity Period of the Test Score】 ・July Selection Process： test taken after June 2024 ・August Selection Process： test taken after July 2024 ・January to February Selection Process： test taken after January 2025 | All applicants | Follow the instructions on the Web Entry System and enter the information provided on the valid score report to be submitted during the application period. A valid score sheet is one of the following.
For information regarding valid score reports and submission methods, please be sure to check the notice titled “(Important) English Proficiency Test Scores for the University of Tsukuba Graduate School Entrance Examination” in the “Information” section on the homepage of this website. It contains important information regarding submission methods. | |
| 4. Eligibility | All applicants | Follow the instructions on the Web Entry system. | |
| Recommendation Criteria | Master’s Program in Nursing Science: Applicants for Admission by Recommendation | Please select the applicable recommendation criterion. | |
| Essay (See *1) | Applicants for Admission by Recommendation and Applicants for General Selection Process: Master’s Program in Nursing Science | Enter an essay (approximately 600 words in English) addressing the following points: ・How you will utilize and further develop your previous academic background and professional experience in the Master’s Program; ・An overview of the research you wish to undertake; ・Your future career goals and prospects. (You may use the prescribed form downloadable from the Web Entry system only if it is essential for you to use mathematical formulae, Greek letters, special symbols, or diagrams which cannot be entered into the system. Fill it out and submit it together with the other required documents by mail or in person. The format of the form must not be changed. Any texts may not be written outside the box.) | |
| Applicants for General Selection Process: Master’s Program in Medical Sciences Master’s Program in Public Health | Enter an essay on how you will use and expand your knowledge and experience in the Master’s Program. (400 words in English) (You may use the prescribed form downloadable from the Web Entry system only if it is essential for you to use mathematical formulae, Greek letters, special symbols, or diagrams which cannot be entered into the system. Fill it out and submit it together with the other required documents by mail or in person. The format of the form must not be changed. Any texts may not be written outside the box.) | ||
| Research Plan (See *2) | Applicants for Special Selection Process for Working Individuals | Enter your reason for this application and research plan after enrollment. (400 words in English) (You may use the prescribed form downloadable from the Web Entry system only if it is essential for you to use mathematical formulae, Greek letters, special symbols, or diagrams which cannot be entered into the system. Fill it out and submit it together with the other required documents by mail or in person. The format of the form must not be changed. Any texts may not be written outside the box.) | |
| 5. Educational Background | All applicants | Follow the instructions on the Web Entry system. | |
| Research Activities | All applicants who have research history | ||
| Employment Records | All applicants who have employment history | ||
| Examination Fees | All applicants (*Refer to “5. Examination Fee.”) | Follow the instructions given on the last page of the Web Entry system and pay your fees. The following payment methods are available. Credit Card (for all applicants): Pay your fees online. After the payment, enter the receipt number into the box on the Web Entry system. Convenience Store (for domestic applicants only): Pay your fees at a convenience store in Japan. After the payment, enter the name of the convenience store, the date of payment, and the number given by the store into the box on the Web Entry system. | |
* Once you have submitted your application, you cannot change your desired degree program or enrollment date.
*1
Master’s Program in Public Health and Master’s Program in Nursing Science: Generative AI must not be used when writing the Essay.
*2
Master’s Program in Nursing Science: Generative AI must not be used when writing the Research Plan.
Master’s Program in Public Health: Applicants must answer the questions on Generative AI in the web application form when preparing the Research Plan.
Paper certificates and other documents required for application (See below) should be mailed (using registered mail) or brought in person. All required documents must be put in an envelope which fits unfolded A4 size paper with an Address Sheet attached. You can download your Address Sheet in PDF from the Web Entry System.
The documents must arrive to our office by the deadline (See “1. Schedule”). If your documents fail to arrive by the deadline or any of the required documents is incomplete, invalid or missing, you will not be allowed to take the exam. Documents brought in after 5:00 p.m. JST on the last day of the submission period will not be accepted. The deadlines are strictly observed.
In case of delays caused by the carrier, submit a written notice from the carrier indicating the situation.
Graduate Admissions, Academic Service Office for the Medical Sciences Area (See “14. Contact Us.”)
In principle, all documents submitted will not be returned to you. For certificates that cannot be reissued, please submit a copy certified by the issuer or an official institution (See below).
If you are unable to obtain a photocopy that meets our requirement, please submit the original document with a return request.
Regardless of the above, the External English Test Score Sheet will NOT be returned. Also, we will not provide you with a photocopy after submission. Please make your own copy and keep them before submission if necessary.
| Documents | Required for | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Recommendation Requirements Confirmation Form: | Applicants to the Master’s Program in Nursing Science under the Special Selection Process for Recommended Applicants | Use the designated form. Recommendation Requirements Confirmation Form to be filled out by the applicant. |
| (Expected) Graduation Certificate (See *1) | All applicants | Submit a certificate of (expected) graduation issued by a university (generally the undergraduate school from which applicants have earned a bachelor’s degree) which meets the application requirements for the University of Tsukuba Graduate School. Note) Applicants who have a master’s or doctoral degree must submit a graduation certificate issued by a university from which they earned a bachelor’s degree.
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| Degree Certificate (See *1) |
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| Academic Transcript (See *1) | All applicants |
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| English Proficiency Test Score (*Check the “Remarks” on the right for valid score sheet types) (*4) 【Validity Period of the Test Score】 ・July Selection Process： test taken after June 2024 ・August Selection Process： test taken after July 2024 ・January to February Selection Process： test taken after January 2025 | All applicants | ＜Valid Score Sheet＞ For information regarding valid score reports and submission methods, please be sure to check the notice titled “(Important) English Proficiency Test Scores for the University of Tsukuba Graduate School Entrance Examination” in the “Information” section on the homepage of this website. It contains important information regarding submission methods.
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| 1. Essay Applicants for General Selection Process 2. Research Plan | Only applicants whose “Essay” or “Research Plan” needs mathematical formulae, Greek letters, or special symbols which cannot be entered in the Web Entry system | If applicable, check the box in the Web Entry system to download the form from the last page. Fill it out and submit it to us. (Note) |
| Letter of Approval for Entrance Exam and Admission (Free Format) | If applicable
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| Receipt Portion (Certificate of Payment) of Examination Fee Statement | Applicants who made a convenience store payment (*Refer to “5. Examination Fee.”) | After the payment, detach the Receipt Portion (Certificate of Payment) from the Examination Fee Statement given at the convenience store and submit it to us. The Receipt Portion needs to be attached to the form that can be created online and printed out after you complete the Web Entry procedure. |
| Copy of “Application Completed” Page of Examination Fee Payment by Credit Card | Applicants who made a credit card payment (*Refer to “5. Examination Fee.”) | After the payment, print out the “Application Completed” page, and submit it to us. |
| Certificate of Government-Sponsored Foreign Student (Free Format) | Foreign applicants who meet the criteria specified in the Remarks | Government-sponsored foreign students enrolled in another university must submit a certificate of government-sponsored foreign student issued by the university. |
| Documents | Created for | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Reference Card | All applicants | The Web Entry system instructs you to supply a photograph for your Reference Card in JPEG format. The photograph must be taken within the last three months and must not include hats or other head adornments. Print out the Reference Card with your photograph and bring a copy of the card to the venue with you on the examination day. |
| Address Sheet | All applicants | Attach the address sheet to your envelope when you submit the required documents to us by postal mail or in person. 【Submission Periods】 |
| English Score Report Attachment Sheet | All applicants | Please attach the original copy of your valid English test score report to this form. We also accept the TOEIC Digital Official Certificate as a printed copy without attaching it to the form. |
| Form for Submission of the Certificate of Payment of Application Fee | Applicants who made a convenience store payment | Attach the Receipt Portion (Certificate of Payment) of the Examination Fee Statement to the form and submit it to us by postal mail or in person. |
| List of Documents to be submitted | All applicants | Fill in the required items and submit it to us by mail or in person. |
* Results from the entrance examination, as well as personal information obtained by the University of Tsukuba from the application documents, will be used not only for affairs concerning admission and screening, but also research and study aimed at improvement of the admission procedure and the university education. We will carefully take care of the data not to be disclosed as a specific person. Also, we will use the data to screen students for scholarships from the Japan Student Services Organization, which are offered to individuals who have completed the enrollment procedures.
For information regarding valid score reports and submission methods, please be sure to check the notice titled “(Important) English Proficiency Test Scores for the University of Tsukuba Graduate School Entrance Examination” in the “Information” section on the homepage of this website. It contains important information regarding submission methods.
Applicants are selected through a comprehensive assessment of their submitted documents and results of the examination.
Refer to the schedule below.
| August | Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | |||
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| January to February | Wednesday, January 27, 2027 | |||
| Subject | Foreign Language (100 points) | Advanced Subjects (100 points) | Oral Examination (200 points) | |
| Program | Time | 10:30 – 11:30 | 13:00 – 18:00 | |
| Medical Sciences (General Selection Process) | English We will evaluate applicants’ English ability with official score of TOEIC, TOEFL, or IELTS | Advanced Subjects Advanced subjects relating to medical science and other fields | Individual Interview General knowledge relating to medical science and other fields and motivation for applying | |
| Medical Sciences (Special Selection Process for Working Individuals) | Advanced Subjects Practical exercises relating to medical science and other fields | |||
| TOEIC | TOEFL iBT | IELTS |
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| 850 | 96 | 6.5 |
| August | Tuesday, August 25, 2026 | |||
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| January to February | Tuesday, January 26, 2027 | |||
| Subject | Foreign Language (100 points) | Advanced Subjects (100 points) | Oral Examination (200 points) | |
| Program | Time | 10:30 – 11:30 | 13:00 – 18:00 | |
| Public Health (General Selection Process) | English We will evaluate applicants’ English ability with official score of TOEIC, TOEFL, or IELTS | Advanced Subjects Advanced subjects relating to public health science and other fields (Public Health Basics or Statistics) | Individual Interview General knowledge relating to public health and motivation for applying | |
| Public Health (Special Selection Process for Working Individuals) | Advanced Subjects Advanced subjects relating to public health science and other fields (Public Health Application or Statistics) | |||
| July | Friday, July 3, 2026 | ||
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| Subject | Written 1 (100 points) | Oral Examination (200 points) | |
| Program | Time | － | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Nursing Science (Special Selection Process for Recommended Applicants) | English We will evaluate applicants’ English ability with official score of TOEIC, TOEFL, or IELTS | Individual Interview Examination on specialized subject related to nursing and the reason for application, etc. | |
| August | Monday, August 24, 2026 | ||
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| Subject | Written 1 (100 points) | Oral Examination (200 points) | |
| Program | Time | － | 10:00 – 17:00 |
| Nursing Science (General Selection Process) | English We will evaluate applicants’ English ability with official score of TOEIC, TOEFL, or IELTS | Individual Interview Examination on specialized subject related to nursing and the reason for application, etc. | |
| Nursing Science (Special Selection Process for Working Individuals) | |||
University of Tsukuba (1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba-shi, Ibaraki-ken)
[Refer to the “Information and Instructions for Examinees” in “10.Instructions for Taking the Examination” for details.]
See “1. Schedule.”
The examinee numbers of the successful applicants will be posted on the website.
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 acceptance announcement sequentially. Please follow the instructions in that email to download Letter of Acceptance.
*It may take up to an hour from the announcement to receive the email.
In some cases, additional admissions will be offered to applicants who took the entrance examination administered in January to February Selection Process. Applicants will be notified by phone (or e-mail in exceptional cases) around mid-March 2027 for April 2027 admissions.
For those who fail the admission examination, the result of the examination will be disclosed as follows.
Please visit the following page to view past entrance exam questions.
https://www.tsukuba.ac.jp/en/admissions/grad-exam/past-exam/
If you have any questions about the application procedure, contact us at:
Along with the progress of science technology and the sophistication of society, there are increasing demands for re-education of working individuals at graduate schools. In response to these demands, Article 14 of the Standards for Establishment of Graduate Schools stipulates that graduate schools may, if necessary from an educational standpoint, provide education through appropriate means, which include conducting classes or research guidance in the evening and other certain hours and periods.
This stipulation provides more working individuals with opportunities to receive graduate school education while in employment and to develop the knowledge and skills to assume leadership roles in educational research and practice. Under Article 14 of the Standards for Establishment of Graduate Schools, the University of Tsukuba Graduate Schools, which has achieved in fostering skilled professionals and re-educating working individuals, has introduced a day/evening course system to enhance education and research activities.
Requirements to complete the program
Requirements to complete the program under the application of this special provision are as follows:
An example of credits required to complete the program is shown below:
| Graduate School/ Program | Credits Required to Complete the Program |
|---|---|
| Master’s Program in Medical Sciences | Students are required to obtain 30 or more credits including 9 credits from Degree Program Compulsory Subject and at least 21 credits from the subjects related to Master’s Program in Medical Sciences (includes evening courses). |
| Master’s Program in Public Health | (1) General Foundation Subjects: Compulsory Subject (14 credits) (2) Major Subjects related to Public Health: Compulsory Subject (9 Credits) (3) Foundation/Major Subjects related to Public Health: Elective Compulsory Subjects (6 Credits) (4) Foundation/Major Subjects related to Public Health, subjects from Graduate General Education Courses (at least 1 credit) |
Under the special provision on educational method, in principle, the Master’s Program in Medical Sciences and the Master’s Program in Public Health offer, in addition to the existing day courses, evening courses which amount to 2 credits or more from Monday through Friday every term, The hours and subjects of the courses offered under the special provision are shown below.
The course subjects and hours are subject to change.
＊ Only for the Master’s Program in Medical Sciences
Due to the progress and further sophistication of science and technology today, research fields have become more departmentalized and specialized. On the other hand, new interdisciplinary fields have emerged to defy the boundaries of traditional academic fields, leading to the need for integrated research.
Especially interdisciplinary research, which requires vast knowledge in areas from basic to applied research, has made it necessary for researchers from different fields to cooperate. In order to fulfill that need, there are increased demands for new, integrated, and interdisciplinary methods of educating researchers.
The Cooperative Graduate School System was created to respond to these academic and social needs. We have worked toward forging links with the large number of national, independent, and private experimental research institutes in and outside Tsukuba Science City. We employ researchers from these institutes as visiting professors and associate professors, thereby giving our students the opportunity to have their work supervised by researchers from leading edge research facilities. This system aims to diversify and expand the educational and research domain for further enhancement of graduate school education, and to contribute to the development of a new research domain by promoting exchange with research institutes.
https://www.tsukuba.ac.jp/en/academics/g-courses-cooperative/
The Register Extending System aims to expand learning opportunities for working students. When a student has reported his/her plans to complete the program over a certain period of time (3 or 4 years) exceeding the original duration of study (2 years), the University conducts the individual’s screening after which approval may be given.
Students who cannot earn the required number of credits to complete the program within the original duration of study (2 years), due to circumstances such as work, and wishes to intentionally complete the program over a certain period of time, which exceeds the original duration of study.
* This also includes students who need to take care of family, such as children or elderly relatives.
Annual tuition fee for the student using the Register Extending System is calculated by multiplying the amount of annual tuition fee by the number of years of the original duration of study and then dividing the result by the number of years the student use the Register Extending System.
To enroll in the system from the first year of study: Consult the Chair of your program as well as your supervisor for approval of the application. Submit the required documents to the Executive Dean of Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences within the time period for enrollment procedure.
To enroll in the system from the second year of study: Follow the procedure above by the end of January during the first year of study.
Application documents are published in website of the Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences, University of Tsukuba (https://www.chs.tsukuba.ac.jp/).