Admission Information for Enrollment in April 2016

Admission Information for Enrollment in April 2016

Program Objective

There are higher expectations for women in the fields of science and engineering. The degree program entitled “Fostering long-term creativity and innovation with science and technology disciplines based on Ochanomizu spirit ‘Migakazuba’ in the next generation of global leaders”, aimed at female students with a fundamental knowledge of physics, mathematics, and computer science, will endow them with the knowledge and ability to respond to changing situations and varying needs of society while continuing to forge innovation. Collaboration between industry, educational institutions, and the administration allows Ochanomizu University to become the hub and proponent for this program.
This program has set forth the following educational goals: “achievement of reliable fundamental skills” and “innovation in research and development in the real world and fostering leadership in collaboration with different fields.” To realize the latter goal, this program introduces PBTS (Project Based Team Study) as the main method, which allows students to practice effective project management and team research.

This five-year program is provided through the “Minor Course of Science and Technology for Global Leaders” established by a collaboration between the Division of Advanced Sciences and the Division of Life Sciences.

Skills acquired through the program

This program cultivates female postdoctoral students who have fundamental skills in science and engineering, the flexibility to create innovation, and the leadership skills to organize people from different fields and backgrounds. These students are preparing to play active roles in the fields of industry, educational institutions, and administration on a global level.

Number of students to be admitted

approximately 15 students

Eligibility

Those who will enroll in the following master’s programs in April 2016.
Division of Life Sciences
Division of Advanced Sciences

*To complete this Minor Course program, students must advance to the doctoral programs.
*Those who apply for the February examination for the 2016 master’s program can apply to this Minor Course program.

Application procedure

Please see Application Guidelines for April 2016 Enrollment in Minor Course of Science and Technology for Global Leaders.

Selection Process

Selection process Period Time Place
Application Feb. 3 – 16, 2016(must be reached)
Selection examination (including interview and presentation) Feb. 22 or 23, 2016 30 min
between 9:00 to 19:00
(details to be announced)
Ochanomizu University
Main Build. R126
Announcement of successful applicants Feb. 29, 2016 On this Website

Contact

Ochanomizu University
Leading Graduate School Promotion Center
2-1-1 Ohtsuka, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 112-8610, Japan
Phone: 03-5978-5775    FAX: 03-5978-5781
E-mail:

About PBTS
Students form teams based on their research topic program and subsequently work on solutions for self-imposed tasks. Topics relevant to solutions to various problems are identified in discussions held from an international point of view. The research is characterized by interdisciplinary perspectives comprising topics as diverse as factory drainage, educational tool development, propositions for addressing aging population issues, and myocardial cell models.



 

Features of this degree program

  • Five-year combined master’s and doctoral program
    ⇒ A master’s thesis can be substituted with Minor Course coursework and research (for students who enroll from the first year of the master’s program).
  • PBTS (Project Based Team Study), which allows students to work on team-directed assignments in cooperation with team members
    ⇒ Students will develop skills in planning, leadership, and project management.
    ⇒ Students use English in research and discussion under the guidance of foreign faculty members.
  • Compulsory “global training,” in which students conduct research abroad
    ⇒ Students are required to participate in overseas activities while in school.
  • “Innovation creation fundamental courses” (science fundamental courses) offered in English by foreign faculty members
    ⇒ Students will conduct research in an English-language environment while in Japan.
  • A variety of subjects on career development/female leadership training
    ⇒ Subjects are developed in cooperation with female executives from companies and global NGOs.
  • The doctoral program LA (liberal arts) is required to learn philosophy, history, and culture in English.
    ⇒ Students will acquire knowledge necessary in a global society.
  • The doctoral degree (science global leader) or other degrees granted to students who complete the program
    ⇒ Degree titles vary according to student’s field of study: science, engineering, or academic.
  • Exit strategy for students is planned in collaboration with industry.
    ⇒ This program develops career plans including employment at companies and research institutes.
  • A scholarship will be provided to students who apply for and pass the selection process.
    (about 170,000 yen/month for master’s program and about 200,000 yen/month for doctoral program)