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University of Tsukuba

School of Medicine and Health Sciences
The School of Medicine and Health Sciences consists of three colleges: the College of Medicine, the College of Nursing, and the College of Medical Sciences. All three colleges aim to foster talented human resources capable of contributing to the world through prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of human diseases, and through nursing. Graduates are expected to work as medical doctors, nurses, medical technologists, government administrators, educators, and researchers.

Educational Policy
Medical services and researches should continue to explore the best treatments and solutions for individuals and society. Therefore, the School of Medicine and Health Sciences aims to help students understand and solve various problems by themselves so that in the future, they are able to respond to all difficult questions in an adequate manner.

Curriculum
The College of Medicine offers a 6-year program, including courses in basic medicine, clinical clerkships, and introduction to medicine. After completion of this program, graduates qualify to take Japan's National Examination for Medical Practitioners.
The College of Nursing offers a 4-year program, including courses in basic subjects and specialized subjects related to humans, health, environment, and nursing. After completion of this program, graduates qualify to take Japan's national nursing examination.
The College of Medical Sciences offers a 4-year program, including courses in basic subjects and specialized subjects related to clinical examination, biotechnology, and basic medical research. After completion of this program, graduates qualify to take Japan's national examination for clinical laboratory technicians.

College
College of Medicine
College of Nursing
College of Medical Sciences

Type of degree
Doctor of Medicine (College of Medicine)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Science (College of Nursing)
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare (College of Nursing)
Bachelor of Medical Sciences (College of Medical Sciences)
Bachelor of International Medical Sciences (College of Medical Sciences)

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