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Admission Graduate School of Mathematics FAQ on entering the Graduate School of Mathematics

Update: 2024/12/05

Admission

FAQ on entering the Graduate School of Mathematics

Q1	What are the differences between International (G30) and Japanese Master Programs
A1	Outside of the differences in application requirements and entrance examinations, the main differences are the starting date (October vs. April) and the required credits from lectures. The international program requires 10 credits (e.g. 5 semester-long lectures) either from the program itself (in English) or from the Graduate School of Mathematics, while the Japanese program requires 12 credits, allowing also lectures from other graduate schools (with some restrictions). Additionally, the Japanese program requires to pass a preliminary test before writing the Master Thesis. (Jun. 1, 2022)
Q2	What are the differences between International (G30) and Japanese Doctor Programs
Q3	What kinds of lectures and courses does the School offer?
Q4	How much freedom will I have in selecting my research topic?
Q5	I’m a student in the Department of Physics. Can I enroll in the Graduate School of Mathematics?
Q6	Is there any disadvantage if I am coming from another university?
Q7	I am not completely certain about what area of study I want to pursue? Can I still apply?
Q8	I want to become a mathematics researcher. What kind of support will the Graduate School of Mathematics offer to this end?
Q9	I plan to find a job once I graduate. Would it be meaningful for me to spend two years at the Graduate School of Mathematics?
Q10	I am interested in computers. Will studying at the Graduate School of Mathematics interfere with this interest?
Q11	What are Advisors and Pre-Advisors?
Q12	How can I go about getting loans?
Q13	I heard that the Graduate School of Mathematics no longer requires a Master’s Thesis. Is this true?
Q14	The specialized education in graduate schools at other universities focuses on seminars with individual guidance. What kind of specialized education does the Graduate School of Mathematics offer?
Q15	I heard that Advisors’specializations sometimes do not match students’ areas of interest. How does the Graduate School ensure that students receive expert guidance in these cases?
Q16	How should we pursue independent study?
Q17	Is it possible to obtain a teaching license (just) during the Master’s Course?
Q18	Why did the Graduate School of Mathematic undertake such drastic academic reforms?