The University of Tsukuba, a Japanese national university, will open its Malaysia Branch Campus (School of Transdisciplinary Science and Design) in September 2024. Two types of entrance examinations, an “Aptitude-based Scheme” and a “School Recommendation Scheme”, are available for those who meet the prescribed requirements and wish to enrol at the Malaysia Branch Campus of the University of Tsukuba. These are the application guidelines for the “School Recommendation Scheme”.
*All dates and times given in these guidelines are based on Malaysian Time (MYT).
*“School Recommendation Scheme” applies to those who have completed secondary education in Malaysia.
If you are a foreign national (including those who are currently residing in Malaysia) and are considering applying for our programme, please contact the Academic Service Office at utmy-kyomu@un.tsukuba.ac.jp BEFORE you proceed with the application process.
Online Application Opens: from 10:00 am, Monday, 8 April 2024
Online Application Closes: 5:00 pm, Wednesday, 17 April Friday, 19 April 2024 (extended)
[Educational Purpose]
The programme aims to develop individuals with data science literacy who can apply ideas and technologies from the natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences to a broad range of environmental and social issues. By utilising design thinking, our students can creatively contribute to solving global issues.
[Prospective Students]
[Admission Policy]
Applicants will be comprehensively evaluated based on their excellent academic performance in secondary or post-secondary education, ability to learn in Japanese, and high interest and motivation to learn and solve global issues.
[Duration]
4 years (full-time)
[Medium of Instruction]
Mainly English and Japanese, partially Bahasa Melayu
[Student Acceptance]
From the first year (No advanced standing or transfer options to upper years)
[Enrolment Capacity]
40 students / year
[School Recommendation Scheme Quota]
10 students
[Degree Conferred]
Bachelor of Arts and Science
◆Payment of Application Fee and Online Application◆
10:00 am, Monday, 8 April 2024 ~ 5:00 pm, Wednesday, 17 Friday, 19 April 2024 (extended)
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◆Notification of Examinee Number and Interview Schedule◆
Tuesday, 23 April 2024
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◆Individual Interview◆
Tuesday, 30 April 2024
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◆Announcement of Results◆
(individually notified via the Online Application System)
10:00 am, Friday, 10 May 2024
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◆Enrolment Procedures◆
Must be completed before Friday, 24 May 2024
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Entrance Ceremony
Monday, 2 September 2024
For Applicants with Disabilities
The University of Tsukuba reviews applications from applicants with disabilities on the same basis as other applicants. According to the published screening criteria, all applications are assessed based on academic merit and potential. If you have problems with the application process and need special consideration, please contact the Academic Service Office at utmy-kyomu@un.tsukuba.ac.jp before you proceed with the application process.
For International Applicants
All international students planning to study in Malaysia MUST apply for the Student Pass (visa) approval to study BEFORE entering Malaysia and the approval process can take up to three months. Successful applicants will be notified of the details. Please make sure that your passport remains valid for at least 24 months when applying for the Student Pass.
1.Eligibility
To be eligible for admission to this programme, applicants must fulfil one of the following criteria.
2.Entry Requirements
To apply for the School Recommendation Scheme, applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry requirements.
Applicants should nominate a referee, and the referees should evaluate the applicants’ Japanese-language background in the online reference form (VI, 8). Applicants should submit a Japanese-proficiency certificate equivalent to JLPT N3 or any documentary evidence of learning Japanese.
3.Recommendation Requirements
In addition to the Entry Requirements (III, 2) above, applicants must also fulfil both of the following requirements:
Once applicants have applied for the School Recommendation Scheme, the University will email your referee directly and ask them to submit an online reference form via the online application system (VI, 8).
The screening process considers all aspects of the application documents and individual interview.
The individual interview will be undertaken primarily in English, with a portion conducted in Japanese, to assess applicants' interest and motivation towards global issues and their solutions, their critical thinking abilities, communication skills, and aptitude.
Interview Schedule
Application Fee: RM100 (non-refundable)
Payment Period: 10:00 am, Monday, 8 April ~ 5:00 pm, Wednesday, 17 Friday, 19 April 2024 (extended)
A non-refundable application fee is payable by direct bank-in or telegraphic transfer to:
Applicants should upload a copy or proof of the transaction together with the other application documents. The application fee is payable in Malaysian Ringgit and any shortfall or excess from any transfer of foreign currencies to Malaysian Ringgit or bank charges must be borne by the applicant.
Note: For applicants under category 5) on their eligibility, please DO NOT pay the application fee until the eligibility is confirmed.
Online Application Opens: from 10:00 am, Monday, 8 April 2024
Online Application Closes: 5:00 pm, Wednesday, 17 Friday, 19 April 2024 (extended)
Applicants can submit the completed application with copies of relevant documents via the online application system. The online application should take between 20 to 30 minutes if applicants have all their details and documentation scanned and ready to upload prior to starting the online application process.
When applying, applicants should attach copies of all relevant supporting documents. These include the secondary school results certificate, official academic records/transcripts, English test results, Japanese test results. Applicants should also arrange for an online reference form (see Point 8 in the following table).
Originals or certified copies of applicants’ academic documents must be provided to the University upon request. If applicants do not provide them, their enrolment may be cancelled. This may occur at course enrolment or any time after commencing study.
For questions that are not relevant to you and are not compulsory, leave the field blank and proceed to the next question.
Please upload certified true copies of relevant academic transcripts / results for ALL qualifications / academic studies, either currently enroled, completed or discontinued, including failures (if any).
[Form 6 or equivalent]Statement of Purpose in Japanese (MS Word format)
Please describe the reason why you want to study in this programme in an essay of 1 page (maximum) in Japanese.
1.Results Announcement
Day & Time of Announcement: 10:00 am, Friday, 10 May 2024
Results will be announced directly to the applicants through the online application system. The University will not respond to any inquiries concerning the outcome of applications.
2.Enrolment Procedures
Period of Enrolment Procedures: NO LATER than Friday, 24 May 2024
Successful applicants will be contacted individually with a placement offer. Please respond within the deadline and follow the enrolment procedures. If a successful applicant does not respond or take the necessary actions for admission within the deadline period, they will be deemed to have declined the placement offer in the programme.
The University will notify successful applicants about details concerning further documents and procedures.
3.Tuition Fees
The tuition fees for Semester 1 (Fall semester) and Semester 2 (Spring semester) are as follows. The payment for the Semester 1 tuition fees is due in mid-September, while the payment for the Semester 2 tuition fees is due in end of February. Further details will be given to successful applicants.
The University will disclose admission information to applicants upon request from Monday, 2 September 2024 to Thursday, 31 October 2024. For further details, please contact the Academic Service Office at utmy-kyomu@un.tsukuba.ac.jp.
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University of Tsukuba
Academic Service Office for Malaysia Overseas Education Hub
1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8577 Japan