Tokyo Metropolitan University, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and innovative research, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs that span various disciplines.

At Tokyo Metropolitan University, the integration of cutting-edge research with education is central to its mission. The university's emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and practical application of knowledge creates a dynamic learning environment that fosters innovation. With a focus on addressing societal challenges and contributing to the advancement of knowledge, Tokyo Metropolitan University equips graduates with the skills needed to excel in their chosen fields and make meaningful contributions to society. Through its dedication to academic rigor, research-driven education, and a commitment to addressing real-world issues, Tokyo Metropolitan University prepares graduates to succeed professionally while addressing the complex challenges of our modern world.

Our aim is to study and research basic biology and life science. These fields are moving forward rapidly, and are finding their way into applications in medical science, agriculture, and environmental science. We offer a full undergraduate biology program taught in English.

Qualifications for Application:

Applicants who must meet any of the following a-d

a: Applicants who have completed or will have completed 12 years of formal school education between April 1,2024 and September 30, 2024.

b: Applicants who have completed or will have completed 12 years of school education from an educational institution accredited by an International Accreditation Organization (WASC, CIS, ACSI) between April 1,2024 and September 30, 2024.

c: Applicants who have obtained or will have obtained in a foreign country either the “International Baccalaureate Diploma” (from the International Baccalaureate Organization, a corporate body funded in conformity with the Swiss Civil Code), the “Abitur Certificate”(recognized by each state in Germany as a university admission qualification), the “Baccalauréat diploma”(university admission qualification in France), or at least 3 A-Level subjects or 2 A-Level plus 2 AS-Level subjects (4 subjects in total) in the “General Certificate of Education Advanced Level” (a university admission qualification in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland) between April 1,2024 and September 30,2024.

d: Applicants who have completed or will have completed a course at a foreign school located in Japan, which is accredited under the educational system of the given foreign country as providing the courses comparable to high school education, and is designated by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan between April 1, 2024 and September 30, 2024.

AND

- Applicants who have obtained or will obtain the International Baccalaureate Diploma from the International Baccalaureate Organization. Mathematics and two subjects from Chemistry, Biology, and Physics must be included in the six subject groups (any level is acceptable).

- Applicants who took university entrance qualification examination or nationwide university entrance examination in a country other than Japan after October 1, 2022, and who are able to submit the transcript and an official explanation document on the examination. The examination must include science subjects such as chemistry, biology, and physics, as well as mathematics. Those under (c) above must contact the Admission Division, Administrative Affairs Department of TMU before applying.

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it