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About University of Tsukuba
University of Tsukuba — public non-profit university. It is located in Ibaraki, Japan. It is a young higher education institution, as it was opened in 1973. University of Tsukuba is a member of OpenCourseWare Consortium (OCW).
The institution is among the top-360 in the world, according to QS International University Ranking. The educational institution is in 398 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
University of Tsukuba does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor and master programs.
Place in ratings
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Anatomy & Physiology | 144 |
Agriculture & Forestry | 199 |
Natural Sciences | 247 |
Life Sciences & Medicine | 320 |
Engineering & Technology | 347 |
Social Sciences & Management | 497 |

University of Tsukuba tuition fees
The academic calendar at University of Tsukuba is divided into trimesters. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. At University of Tsukuba, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 4,041 USD per year. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
Study programs at University of Tsukuba
Social Sciences & Management
Global Issues
International Social Sciences
International Social Studies
Engineering & Technology
Interdisciplinary Engineering
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Geoscience
Global Issues
Medicine
Biology
International Medical Science
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Biology
International Medical Science
Physical Sciences
Bio-Resource Science
Geoscience
Global Issues
Agriculture & Forestry
Bio-Resource Science
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports
Sport and Olympic Studies
Applied Sciences & Professions
Informatics
Library and Information Studies
Engineering & Technology
Materials Science and Engineering
Nanoscience
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Geoscience
Mountain Studies
Physical Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Geoscience
Mountain Studies
Economics & Business Management
Economic and Public Policy
Life Science Innovation
MBA in International Business
Special Program in International Relations
Sport and Olympic Studies
Education & Training
Education- International Education
Social Sciences & Management
Economic and Public Policy
Geoscience
Informatics
International Public Policy
Library and Information Studies
Computer Science & IT
Computer Science
Informatics
Library and Information Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Agro-Bioresources Science and Technology
Biological Sciences
Biology
Nanoscience
Medicine
Agro-Biological Resource Sciences
Biological Sciences
Dual Master's in Medical Science
Nanoscience
Public Health
Agriculture & Forestry
Agro-Biological Resource Sciences
Agro-Bioresources Science and Technology

Bachelor degree at University of Tsukuba
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score is 5.5. The TOEFL score is not lower than 75.
Master's degree at University of Tsukuba
It is impossible to enter University of Tsukuba for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6. TOEFL — 79 or higher.
University of Tsukuba campus
The educational institution has a suburban campus. This means that students study close to a big city and can quickly get to it by public transport. At the same time, this location allows you to create a close-knit student community, since all events are held on campus. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Not only locals study at University of Tsukuba, but also students from other countries. This is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the culture of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.

What to do after graduation
After graduation, students are allowed to stay in Japan for a year. During this time, graduates can find a job and change their student visa to a work one. University of Tsukuba graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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