Applications are open for the Tokyo Institute of Technology International Graduate Programme! Students should be able to find a department to further their research, acquire broader knowledge and understanding, and conduct advanced long-term research in a field that best matches their interests and background. This programme involves a diverse group of 18 academic departments.
This programme has no Japanese language requirement because all lectures and seminars are in English. Eligible overseas students with little or no Japanese language experience can enrol in Tokyo Tech’s Master’s, Doctoral, or Integrated Doctoral Education Programme and pursue an advanced degree in Japan. Students are also regularly offered the opportunity to attend Japanese language sessions to better adjust to daily life in Japan.
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Summary
- Organised by: Tokyo Institute of Technology
- Location: Tokyo, Japan
- Eligible Nations: For each scholarship, various
- Enrolment: Spring (April), Fall (October)
- Degree Programme Offered: Master’s Programme, Doctoral Program
- Application Period: August 5, 2024 – October 13, 2024
- Deadline for the consent mail/letter submission: October 7, 2024, at 23:59 (JST)
- Deadline of Application: October 13, 2024, at 23:59 (JST)
Benefits
The following two scholarship schemes are available for 2025/26:
- JASSO Scholarship: The JPY 48,000 monthly award for this scholarship is variable as determined by JASSO. The payment period for this scholarship is from April 2025 to March 2026 (12 months). Even if awarded this scholarship, applicants must pay the enrollment and tuition expenses. Please be aware that you cannot apply for this scholarship or any other award that does not accept numerous grants simultaneously.
- ADB-JSP Scholarship (Fall intake only): The scholarship covers expenditures like travel, health insurance, and others in addition to a monthly stipend of JPY 147,000 and annual stipends for books and theses of JPY 100,000 and JPY 50,000, respectively. Recipients of ADB-JSP scholarships are exempt from paying tuition and entry fees. The terms, conditions, and amounts of the scholarship may change at any time.
List of Departments Participating in IGP(C)
The following 18 departments are participating in IGP(C).
| School/Department | Master’s Programme (M) | Doctoral Programme (D) | Integrated Doctoral Programme (M+D) |
|---|---|---|---|
| School of Science | |||
| Mathematics | – | D | – |
| Physics | M | D | – |
| Chemistry | – | D | – |
| Earth and Planetary Sciences | M | D | M+D |
| School of Engineering | |||
| Mechanical Engineering | M | D | – |
| Systems and Control Engineering | M | D | – |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | M | D | – |
| Information and Communications Engineering | M | D | – |
| Industrial Engineering and Economics | M | D | – |
| School of Materials and Chemical Technology | |||
| Materials Science and Engineering | M | D | – |
| Chemical Science and Engineering | M | D | M+D |
| School of Computing | |||
| Mathematical and Computing Science | M | D | – |
| Computer Science | M | D | – |
| School of Life Science and Technology | |||
| Life Science and Technology | M | D | M+D |
| School of Environment and Society | |||
| Architecture and Building Engineering | M | D | – |
| Civil and Environmental Engineering | M | D | – |
| Transdisciplinary Science and Engineering | M | D | – |
| Social and Human Sciences | – | D | – |
Eligibility Criteria
Please check the eligibility criteria for the following:
General Restrictions:
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- Applicants cannot apply to multiple Science Tokyo programmes before receiving admission results.
- Submitting multiple applications for different master’s programmes in the same enrolment period is prohibited.
Master’s Programme/Integrated Doctoral Programme:
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- Completed 16 years of education outside Japan or expected to do so by the enrolment date.
- Graduated from a university in Japan or expected to graduate by the enrolment date.
- Completed 3+ years of education abroad and obtained a bachelor’s degree equivalent or expected to do so.
- Completed 15 years of education with exceptional academic records, as assessed by Science Tokyo.
- For countries requiring less than 16 years of education:
- Completed undergraduate education.
- At least 1 year as a research student/fellow and at least 22 years old by the enrolment date.
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Doctoral Programme:
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- Obtained or expected to obtain a master’s degree or professional master’s degree abroad.
- Obtained or expected to obtain a master’s or professional master’s degree in Japan.
- Assessed as having academic abilities equivalent to a master’s degree and at least 24 years old by the enrolment date.
Special Considerations:
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- Applicants under A(3), A(4), A(5), or B(3) must contact the Admissions Division for an Individual Assessment of Eligibility.
- Japanese applicants with long-term visas in another country may apply after consulting the Admissions Division.
How to Apply
Click on the name of each scholarship to apply.
Apply for the JASSO Scholarship
For more details, kindly refer to Tokyo Institute of Technology’s official website.
