Objective

The College of Natural Sciences at the First Cluster of Colleges was opened in April 1974, the same year the University of Tsukuba was established. We receive active and ambitious students from across Japan every year, and have sent out 5,700 graduates who are now successful in various sectors of society. Four fields of major in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and geoscience make up the College of Natural Science, standing on three objectives in education: 1) Foster an understanding of the basics of natural sciences, while opening eyes to current issues and themes; 2) Fuel interest in natural sciences, and motivate students to solve the mysteries of nature themselves; 3) Train successors in natural science research with a logical and flexible mind.

Environment and Facilities

There are more than 200 professors, assistant professors, and associate professors involved in the education at the College of Natural Sciences. They are all front-line researchers in their fields, participating directly in the curriculum design of lectures, experiments, and graduation research project, throughout the four-year program. Education and research is supported by many advanced facilities, with access to the Center for Computational Sciences, Plasma Research Center, Terrestrial Environment Research Center, Tsukuba Research Center for Interdisciplinary Materials Science, Research Facility Center for Science and Technology, and other research centers at the University of Tsukuba.

Collaboration with Graduate Schools

The four fields of major at the College have strong ties with the University's Graduate School of Pure and Applied Sciences, Graduate School of Life and Environmental Sciences, Master's Program in Environmental Sciences, and Master's Program in Education. Many members of faculty have classes in both graduate and undergraduate courses. The graduate programs have adapted the advanced placement system which accepts progressive students of the College right after their third year, allowing students to set up their own study plans and take part in research activities early.

Educational Activities

Open-day classes for high school students are held each year to give them a chance to see university education and research activities, and to expand their interest in basic sciences. A one-day program in mathematics, physics, and geoscience, and a one-day chemistry class are held in August to offer an opportunity to experience natural sciences. The University holds a presentation for prospective students in July, where an overview of the College of Natural Sciences is given. You can also take advantage of the campus guide program that shows visitors around the University.

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