My
name is Kristina Awatsu and I work for the International Promotion
Division in the School of Science at the University of Tokyo.
I am
contacting you in regards to international programs that are being
offered by the School of Science and may be of interest to students who
would like to experience studying science abroad: UTRIP, a summer
research internship program, GSC, an undergraduate transfer program, and
GSGC, a graduate program. All three programs are conducted in English
and offer scholarships to students, allowing them to focus on their
research and enjoy their time in Japan.
If
possible, would you please share the following opportunities with your
undergraduate students in the Schools of Biological Sciences, Chemistry
and Biochemistry, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, and Physics?
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International Programs in the School of Science at the University of Tokyo
1) The University of Tokyo Research Internship Program (UTRIP)
UTRIP
is a 6-week summer internship program for students majoring in natural
science and other relevant fields. It provides students with an
opportunity to gain the experience of "real graduate-school life" or
"research-centered life." UTRIP is a gateway to pursuing an advanced
degree and experiencing academic life at our university. Participants on
UTRIP will also be granted financial support to cover their costs and
expenses. They will also get the opportunity to take part in cultural
activities and excursions to learn more about Japan.
The application period is open from January 6, 2017 (JST) to February 2, 2017 for Summer 2017 participation.
Website: http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/utrip/
2) The Global Science Course (GSC)
GSC
is an undergraduate transfer program that was designed to enhance
cross-cultural interactions among young minds and foster the next
generation of leaders in science. Students study alongside current
UTokyo students in an all-English and research-focused academic
environment, which includes rotations in world-renowned laboratories.
Successful applicants to this program are also provided a monthly
scholarship as well as fully supported accommodation. This is an
invaluable opportunity for those looking to expand their worldviews and
experience something unique during their time as an undergraduate
student specializing in the sciences.
The application period is open from January 10, 2017 to April 7, 2017 (JST) for Fall 2017 enrollment.
*Please note that GSC is currently only offered in the Department of Chemistry.
Website: http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/GSC/
Pamphlet and Poster: http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/GSC/about/download.html
3) Global Science Graduate Course (GSGC)
GSGC
is an international graduate program that was recently launched by
Graduate School of Science at the University of Tokyo and allows
students to obtain their degrees in English. This program welcomes
excellent graduates from universities all over the world, fostering
world-class science professionals, and standardizes a five-year
integrated education scheme in which students attend both the Master's
program and the Doctoral program in sequence. Students on GSGC are also
provided with a monthly scholarship during their time on the program and
support in finding employment following graduation.
Website: http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/GSGC/
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Although
the 2017 application period for GSGC has come to a close, it may be
beneficial for students to keep this program in mind if they would like
to enter our Graduate School of Science in 2018 or onwards.
Also,
if you would like any hard-copies of our promotional materials to
distribute to students, please let me know and I would be happy to send a
package.
Thank you very much for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Kristina
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Kristina Awatsu
School of Science, The University of Tokyo
7-3-1 Hongo Bunkyo-ku Tokyo 113-0033 JAPAN
粟津クリスティーナ
〒113-0033 東京都文京区本郷7丁目3-1
東京大学院理学系研究科・理学部
TEL: +81-3-5841-8737
FAX: +81-3-5841-8776
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