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University of Tsukuba · Japan

Global Issues

A four-year interdisciplinary degree in Tsukuba, Ibaraki.

Where
Tsukuba, IbarakiJapan
Degree
Bachelor of Arts and Science
Length
4 years
Taught in
English
Starts
October 2027
Apply by
24 December 2026
Admission
SelectiveIB grades
EU/EEA fee
¥608,800 a yearinternational rate
More facts
Degree
Bachelor of Arts and Science
Length
4 years
Taught in
English
Starts
October 2027

Deadlines

  1. 24 December 2026

    Applications close
    Hard deadline
    DetailsSource

  2. 10 February 2027

    First-stage (documents) results announced
    DetailsSource

  3. 26 February 2027

    Second-stage online interviews begin (26 Feb to 8 Mar; Global Issues 1 to 4 Mar)
    DetailsSource
All dates for this programme (1 more)

  1. 25 March 2027

    Final results announced
    DetailsSource

Every date in Japan

What it is

An international programme taught in English on global issues: earth environment, social diversity and inclusiveness, risk and security, and human health and wellbeing, drawing on the humanities and sciences.

What you need

  • IB Diploma holders and expected holders (predicted grades) may apply; no minimum points. English proof: TOEFL iBT 61 or IELTS 5.0 (Engineering higher), waived after three years of English-medium school.
Requirements in full

Where it says so

Its entry requirements

Check it on bpgi.tsukuba.ac.jp

How places are decided

    • IB grades
    • Motivation letter
    • Interview
    Documents, study plan and reference, then an online interview 1 to 4 March 2027. "Several students" are admitted. Enrolment 1 October 2027; needs TOEFL iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0.
Sources (3)
  1. Global Issues at Tsukuba — checked 2026-10-07
  2. Entry requirements
  3. IB applicants at Tsukuba

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