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TOKYO
METROPOLITAN
UNIVERSITY
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What is Tokyo Metropolitan University?
Tokyo Metropolitan University is the only multi-discipline
university established by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. It is
nestled in a nature-rich corner of Tokyo, one of the world's
largest cities.
It holds world-leading researchers that provide high-quality
education backed by advanced research expertise.
What is the Department of Biological Sciences at Tokyo Metropolitan University?
Fostering future-leading innovation from micro and macro perspectives
Biological sciences represent a field of academic studies aimed at discovering what drives day-to-day life. Tokyo Metropolitan University offers courses covering biological studies from molecular to world-regional scales.
Students can build fundamental knowledge for creating new norms, such as advancing medicine, solving food issues and developing technologies.
The department aims to foster human resources that can work autonomously in creating our future.
Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences refers to the study of the activities of living organisms at the genetic and molecular level to create technologies that are indispensable to human beings.
In other words, discoveries made through microscopic research on substances, cells, and genes that sustain life are interconnected with the world and applied across various fields, including medicine, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food, and energy, forming interdisciplinary technologies and research.
Program features
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International
We partner with universities around the world for shared online learning.
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Practical classes
Students aquire a balanced exposure to subjects through classes and hands-on learning.
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Interactive learning
Students support each other by working together.
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Engage with experienced scientists
Our curriculum and learning environment facilitate active discussions between teachers and students so that students can structurally evolve their ideas.
Learning environment
The department aims to provide students with the ability to lead research with a focus on biological sciences.
Our curriculum is experience-based for application in not only biology but also in environmental and behavioral sciences.
This is a perfect learning environment for students who want to become capable of planning and executing research, starting from the cross-functional field of life sciences.
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Support
Financial support
We will provide comprehensive financial support to make your student life fulfilling and meaningful.
Example of financial assistance:
Waiving course admission fee and tuition
Assisting with the cost of travel associated with admission and graduation
The scholarship of 100,000 yen per month
International student support
Offering an extensive range of support for international students including Japanese language study assistance, living accomodations support and career development. International students learn from the Japanese student community and experience Japanese lifestyles and values from various angles.
More Admission
| Admission period | Wednesday, October 1, 2025 |
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| Application , Selection and Announcement of Final Successful Applicants period | （1）Application period: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 – Friday, April 18, 2025 |
| Eligible Applicants | International students, Japanese students who have returned from overseas residence, and students of international schools in and outside Japan For application details,see the AY2025 Application Guidelines Special Selection |
| Number of Students to be Admitted | A few |
| Selection Process | (1) Document screening |
