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SBS: University of Tsukuba (Exchange Programme) (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Tsukuba, Japan
  • Programme Terms: Full Year, Semester 2
  • Restrictions: Manchester applicants only
  • Dates / Deadlines
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction: Japanese Click here for a definition of this term Opportunity Type: Work Placement Abroad
Programme Description:

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University of Tsukuba Promotional Video

Location

Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan

Lab Information

Once you have been nominated to The University of Tsukuba, you should start looking for a suitable lab. To do this, you should contact principle investigators directly to see whether they can accept you for a lab project. You should send a short CV and information about when you wish to begin your lab placement and how long you wish to stay (minimum 9 months). In order to find suitable PIs, you should look at the homepages of the various labs and research groups associated with the faculty of life sciences here:

http://www.tara.tsukuba.ac.jp/indexENGLISH.html

Application

You can only apply to The University of Tsukuba once you have been nominated. Information about the application process can be found here:

http://www.global.tsukuba.ac.jp/isc/academic-life/exchange-program

Accommodation

Information about accommodation can be found here:

http://www.global.tsukuba.ac.jp/sites/default/files/%E3%80%902015
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Costs & Finances

Cost of Living

For information about the cost of living please visit:

http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/city_result.jsp?country=Japan&city=Tsukuba

Immigration

Visas: It is your responsibility to organise a visa if you need one. Please leave yourself plenty of time to organise this. The only bodies who can give you legal advice about visas to your chosen country is the Embassy of that country and possibly the University abroad – do check their websites for Visa information as these can often be very informative and contain other useful links.

Links & Resources

Further useful information:

http://www.global.tsukuba.ac.jp/isc/activities/international-student-guidebook

Important Notes

In order to apply to this university, you must complete a partner institution questionnaire for your language, listing your choices of partner in order of preference. Please click on the More Information button below for details:

Page last updated: 30th September 2015 JC


Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Full Year 2024-2025 31-AUG-2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Semester 2 2024-2025 31-AUG-2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this programme and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.