In the midst of rapid globalization, the presence of problems that should be tackled by humankind as a whole, including the depletion of natural resources, damage to the environment, is becoming ever more apparent. Cultivating the talented individuals who will take the lead in this sharing and utilization of knowledge is the most important duty of the University of Tokyo.
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About
History
The University of Tokyo was established in 1877 as the first national university in Japan. As a leading research university.From these beginnings, the University of Tokyo continued to merge with many different schools specializing in various fields, such as the Imperial College of Engineering and Tokyo School of Agriculture and Forestry, thereby growing into a comprehensive research university.
Education
The University of Tokyo’s greatest strength lies in its educational and research excellence.The new discoveries made on its campuses today become excellent research that benefits society tomorrow. The University is a place where outstanding students and researchers cultivate each other’s skills while working together.
Research
The University of Tokyo strives to carry out world-class research in pursuit of academic excellence and to contribute to the accumulation and diversity of human knowledge. By active translation of research result to society, the University of Tokyo aims to support deeper and broader understanding of our research activities within society in general, and to contribute to the realization of peaceful and fair international and local society.
Career
Career Support Office is planning a variety of career related events for international students. International students are also very welcome to join any all-campus career events and use career counseling services at the Career Support Office.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
22 2
2017
24 -4
2016
20
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
23 5
2018
28 6
2017
34
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
42 4
2018
46 355
2017
401
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
-
2018
62 -5
2017
57
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
If you have questions about your class, curriculum, examination or leaving the school, please ask the staff of your majored department. If you have questions about teacher's license, scholarships, or lost the student ID card, please contact the School Affairs Section
- International Student Adviser
- International Liaison Office
Housing services
The University of Tokyo offers accommodations for international students and researchers as part of our efforts to promote international exchanges in the education and research fields.
Residences operated by the University are available at lower rents than equivalent private accommodations and furnished to the minimum level needed for new residents on arrival. Each residence is highly motivated to promote international exchanges and pursue activities to encourage communication among residents.
Private accommodation, on the other hand, enables you to secure housing at locations close to your campus that are convenient for shopping and amenities. However, you would have to bear a higher rent for such housing.
Library services
The University of Tokyo Library System consists of the General Library on the Hongo Campus, the Komaba Library on the Komaba Campus, the Kashiwa Library on the Kashiwa Campus, and 32 departmental libraries at the University’s Graduate Schools, Faculties, and Institutes.
Student Life
Campus life
- Hongo Campus: A campus both steeped in history and engaged in creating the future through the latest research
- Komaba Campus: Formerly the location of a hunting preserve for shogun, agricultural school, and the First Higher School of Japan, Komaba Campus has experienced many changes through the years
- Kashiwa: UTokyo's newest campus and a center of some of the latest in scientific research
Sports facilities
The Gotenshita Memorial Arena is a comprehensive sports facility established on the Hongo Campus. The Arena was constructed as a part of the University of Tokyo 100th Anniversary Project for the purpose of promoting the health of students and faculty members. This Arena is equipped with a number of athletic facilities, including an all-weather artificial sports field that is lit up at night,a warm-water swimming pool filled with water made exceptionally clear due to the use of an advanced antibacterial system and a multipurpose gymnasium for a large variety of sports. In addition, the Arena holds a wide array of athletic programs, such as classes for aerobics, tai chi chuan, yoga.
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
Engineering- A solution to every problem
Aneesh Basnet rated 4 out of 5 stars
As a civil engineering student, I believe that engineering is the solution to problems. I have been studying civil engineering from past 2 and half years and got knowledge on various civil related structures as well as on use of the software familiar to the studies. I loved the way new things and structures are being developed in such a way that the demand of the peoples...
Study experience
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I studied about networking and programming and other short courses related to computer science.that is (Microsoft office specialist,CCNA,cyber security,graphic designing,web designing and etc. Now i want study software engineering in Japan university because they provide such an environment of all related and excellent materials
Graduate Schools of Law and Politics Academic Environment
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The level of professors and students at the Graduate Schools of Law and Politics is extremely high. I have no complaints in terms of content and knowledge that can be earned at the institution. The library is great, there is a good variety of classes in a wide range of themes and it seems to provide a less "abusive" academic environment than some other departments....