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Overview Collapse The Graduate School of Medicine promotes and conducts leading-edge research in the life and health sciences, medicine, and nursing. Our research and education programs encompass all fields of medicine and produce graduates who assume their roles as international leaders with creativity and high ethical standards. Our thirteen departments offer doctoral degree programs in medicine and health sciences, a master&＃39;s degree program, and a professional degree program. The “Ph.D. in Medicine” is offered in nine specializations: (1) Molecular Cell Biology, (2) Functional Biology, and (3) Social Medicine, in basic medicine; (4) Internal Medicine, (5) Reproductive, Developmental, and Aging Sciences, and (6) Surgical Sciences, in clinical medicine; and (7) Pathology, Immunology, and Microbiology, (8) Radiology and Biomedical Engineering, and (9) Neuroscience, which are multidisciplinary programs with basic and clinical components. The “Ph.D. in Medicine” program is open to students from a wide range of backgrounds. Specializations in basic medicine are suitable for all graduate students, regardless of their undergraduate degree. The clinical specializations are designed for students with a medical license, but applicants with suitable interests and educational goals will be considered. The “Ph.D. in Health Sciences” is offered by the Department of Health Sciences and Nursing and Department of International Health. The Department of Health Sciences and Nursing provides research and training opportunities for students interested in the multidisciplinary study of human health and nursing, and offers training for nurse practitioners. The School of International Health contributes to research on concerns related to population health worldwide. To accomplish this, it leverages international cooperation in academic disciplines ranging from the biomedical sciences to social medicine. This unique program transcends degree and departmental boundaries. The Department of Medical Science offers a two-year master&＃39;s degree program for a diverse pool of students. Students learn the principles of basic medicine during six months of coursework, after which they are assigned to a basic medicine laboratory to improve their research skills. After graduation, those who desire further study may enroll in the “Ph.D. in Medicine” program. In 2007, the School of Public Health started its professional degree program for specialists in public health. This program is designed to produce graduates who will lead in maintaining and enhancing public health, improving the health of patients, and developing and implementing social systems that contribute to public health. Top 2. Departments Expand Department of Molecular Cell Biology Department of Functional Biology Department of Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology Department of Radiology and Biomedical Engineering Department of Neuroscience Department of Social Medicine Department of Internal Medicine Department of Reproductive, Developmental and Aging Sciences Department of Surgical Sciences Department of Health Sciences and Nursing Department of International Health Department of Medical Science Department of Public Health Department of Molecular Cell Biology In this program, you will conduct advanced research in the fields of cellular biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, developmental engineering and genetics. Our goal is to contribute to the development of the foundations of medical and life sciences, and to train medical researchers who have highly advanced academic and research abilities, and who can be active on the world stage. ◆ Required Japanese Level No Japanese ability required ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Functional Biology In the Department of Functional Biology, you will uncover the secrets of life&＃39;s phenomena and the mechanisms behind the expression of their functions. Our goal is to advance visionary research that will contribute to curing disease, and train brilliant scholars and international leaders with highly creative research abilities. ◆ Required Japanese Level No Japanese ability required ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology The goal of the Department of Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology is to shed light on the mechanisms behind the genesis of diseases and create policies to counter them, as well as to train personnel in this field. In particular, all classes collaborate in systematically advancing research and education. ◆ Required Japanese Level No Japanese ability required ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Radiology and Biomedical Engineering Our department advances innovative research in biomedical engineering, biophysics and radiology as they relate to pushing the boundaries of medicine, engineering and physics. We search for hidden principles comprising life&＃39;s phenomena while developing new medical technology. We train international leaders who can accomplish creative dynamic research in these fields. ◆ Required Japanese Level Basic conversational Japanese ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Neuroscience We engage in advanced research to illuminate neurological functions, find cures for diseases and enhance general health. We train brilliant scholars and international leaders with highly creative research abilities in all medical fields. ◆ Required Japanese Level No Japanese ability required ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Social Medicine In the Department of Social Medicine, we participate in ambitious research on uncovering the causes of disease, preventing disease, and enhancing general health from an environmental, social and informational viewpoint. We also train people able to be effective in all areas of social medicine. ◆ Required Japanese Level Ability to participate in basic conversation and research discussions ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Internal Medicine We seek to understand medical conditions and pathologies from a molecular, cellular, individual and group level, as well as to understand the mechanisms behind diseases. At the same time, we are contributing to the advancement of life sciences by understanding how diseases corrupt the phenomena of life. We also educate researchers who will help develop new analysis methods and treatments based on research results. Through these activities we hope to train international leaders with brilliant academic minds, well-developed analytical techniques and creative research abilities in the field of internal medicine. ◆ Required Japanese Level Ability to understand if spoken slowly ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Reproductive, Developmental and Aging Sciences The Department of Reproductive, Developmental and Aging Sciences is divided into ten fields: Reproductive Endocrinology; Gynecological Oncology; Perinatal Medicine; Molecular Cellular Reproductive Medicine; Pediatrics; Developmental Pediatrics; Pediatric Surgery; Pediatric Oncology; Geriatrics; and Aging Research. Our goal is to produce independent researchers in each of these fields, provide a shared base in uncovering the causes and pathological conditions of diseases in humans, and develop treatment methods from a reproductive, developmental and gerontological stance, in that chronological order. ◆ Required Japanese Level Ability to participate in basic conversation ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Surgical Sciences Our department covers a broad range of academic disciplines consisting of 16 clinical surgery-focused fields, including thoracic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and traumatology and critical care medicine. While the research we conduct in each field differs, we aim to promote outstanding research, develop new medical techniques, and produce international leaders capable of unique research. ◆ Required Japanese Level No Japanese ability required ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Mid-July (Admission in April) Department of Health Sciences and Nursing The Department of Health Sciences and Nursing consists of coursework on nursing (preventative nursing and clinical nursing lectures) and health science. We promote research on developmental support and the promotion of health, the prevention of and recovery from disease, and the creation of supportive environments for each stage of the life cycle, from prenatal to the autumn years. At the same time, we research these topics and educate teachers, researchers and highly skilled professionals who can further improve on them by adding their own contributions. ◆ Required Japanese Level The minimum level of Japanese necessary to understand lectures and communicate with other students and teachers. Students may submit their thesis in English. ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Master&＃39;s students: Late June (Admission in April) Doctoral students: Early January (Admission in April and October) Department of International Health The Department of International Health is composed of six core fields: Global Health Policy, Community and Global Health, Human Genetics, Developmental Medical Sciences, Human Ecology, and Biomedical Chemistry, and their cooperative classes. We ensure students gain advanced technical knowledge in all areas of international health and have the skills to independently conduct leading-edge global research, and emerge as tomorrow&＃39;s leaders in health policy in international organizations. ◆ Required Japanese Level No Japanese ability required ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Master&＃39;s students: Late June (Admission in April) Doctoral Students: Mid-June (Admission in October); Early January (Admission in April) Department of Medical Science (Master&＃39;s Degree) We train researchers and educators in a wide range of fundamental medical science fields, regardless of undergraduate degree or major. ◆ Required Japanese Level The minimum level of Japanese necessary to understand lectures and communicate with other students and teachers. Students may submit their thesis in English. ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Late June (Admission in April) School of Public Health (Professional Degree Program) Our school conducts leading-edge research on maintaining, enhancing and restoring the health of patients, people in the community and people across Japan, as well as improving their quality of life. We aim to develop students&＃39; abilities as highly-skilled workers who will play a guiding and practical role in the public health field. ◆ Required Japanese Level Ability to participate in basic conversation and research discussions ◆ Applications Available Mid-May ◆ Deadline for Submission Late June (Admission in April) Top 3. Websites Expand https://www.m.u-tokyo.ac.jp/english/ Department of Pathology, Immunology and Microbiology http://square.umin.ac.jp/PIM/ (Japanese) Department of Radiology and Biomedical Engineering http://www.m.u-tokyo.ac.jp/english/ Department of Neuroscience http://neurosci.umin.jp/e/index.html Department of Health Sciences and Nursing http://hsn.m.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/ Department of International Health http://www.sih.m.u-tokyo.ac.jp/english/index.html Department of Medical Science https://www.m.u-tokyo.ac.jp/mms/english/index.html School of Public Health https://www.m.u-tokyo.ac.jp/sph/en/en-highlight/Top 4. Special Selection for International Applicants Expand International applicants are required to complete the same application process as domestic applicants.Top 5. Types of Degrees Expand Master&＃39;s degrees: Master of Health Science / M.S., Master of Medical Science / M.S. Doctoral degrees: Medical Science / Ph.D., Doctor of Health Science / Ph.D. Professional degree: Master of Public HealthTop 6. Contact Expand Academic Affairs Team for Graduate Students: in.m AT gs.mail.u-tokyo.ac.jp International Cooperation and Exchange Office: oiaa AT m.u-tokyo.ac.jpTop--> Related Links Particle Research and Medicine Tansei article (Professor Kunimatsu)Unique Educational Experiences at the Graduate School of Medicine Inquiries about the content of this page: Graduate School of Medicine/Faculty of MedicineSend inquiry Social media directory Disseminating information for UTokyo during disasters Site map Site policy Privacy policy Jobs UTokyo Portal utelecon Frequently asked questions This website is managed by the Public Relations Office. For inquiries regarding the content of individual pages, please use the contact information listed on each page. 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