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The College of Natural Sciences has four fields of major: mathematics,
physics, chemistry, and geoscience. Students are trained in the
basic theories and advanced research of each field. We believe
that curiosity and the enthusiasm to clarify the mysteries of
nature are crucial for education. Based on this principle, students
are encouraged to think logically and develop creative minds.
This will help them in contributing to society through basic
research and applied sciences.
The universe began 13.7 billion years ago, and earth came into
existence 4.6 billion years ago. Nature, continuously changing
since the founding of time, has gone through various stages of
evolution and is full of many wonders and surprising phenomena:
from the world of elementary particles, of atoms and molecules,
to the earth we humans live on, and to the vast Milky Way. To
understand these mysteries and discover the rules and order of
nature is the constant goal of natural science. It is also the
responsibility of scientists in the 21st century to work towards
sustainable human progress, using this knowledge and wisdom.
Education and research at the College of Natural Sciences is
based on the awareness of the value and role natural sciences
has in human society.
The curriculum is designed to cover the basics and advanced
studies in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and geoscience. In
Year 1, all students study the basic subjects of each field,
regardless of the major they will be selecting as they proceed
to Year 2. They will then focus on their specialized field of
major, which will account for the majority of subjects taken
in Year 3. In Year 4, students join a laboratory to receive specialized
education and advice on their graduation research project. This
project becomes a very valuable process for students as they
become independent researchers. Please see the overviews of each
field of major to know more about the faculty and their research
themes.
The University of Tsukuba is surrounded by nature, and is known
for its spacious campus and sports facilities. If you get tired
from studying long hours, take a walk by the lake or play some
sport. Pay attention to the wild flowers and see how the trees
move. That will become your first step in nurturing a wide perspective
and creative mind.
There are three major options for students after graduation:
1) Research at graduate school (research of basic sciences) 2)
Research and development in the private sector (application of
basic sciences) 3) Teaching at secondary school (education of
basic sciences). Graduate school is the most popular choice,
and many students are now completing graduate courses before
joining companies or becoming teachers.
Japanese society is going through a great transition today,
but natural sciences remains the foundation of all sciences.
Mathematics, physics, chemistry, and geoscience will continue
to play a key role, in whatever era. The College of Natural Sciences
at the University of Tsukuba is waiting for students from all
backgrounds who are attracted to the wonders of nature, and are
eager to explore further.
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