UTRIP 2011
The University of Tokyo Research Internship Program 2011
The Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo
 Prepare for the rigors of graduate study in
natural sciences:
UTRIP is open to those who are seriously
thinking of pursuing a doctoral degree in the
natural science and other relevant fields. You
will
gain
the
experience
of
“real
graduate-school life” at the University of
Tokyo (known as TODAI in Japan). Lectures
on cross-disciplinary scientific areas are also
part of the program. You can stay at TODAI
for a period of between six and eight weeks.
Please check the website below for further
details.
 High quality instruction from top-level
scholars:
TODAI is ranked 9th in the QS World
University Rankings 2010 – Natural Science
(QS World University Rankings ©). According
to 2010 Essential Science Indicators SM,
TODAI is ranked 2nd in Physics, 3rd in Biology
& Biochemistry, and 5th in Chemistry (Source:
“ISI Web of Knowledge SM,” Essential Science
Indicators SM. Copyright © 2010 The
Thomson Corporation.) Participants will
receive intensive instructions and lectures
from the School’s renowned faculty members,
and will work side-by-side with graduate
students and faculty who serve as role models
and as mentors.
 Chance to receive the School’s scholarships:
Participants who are highly rated by faculty
members will be given priority for financial
aid when and if they apply for graduate
admission in School in the following year.
 Eligibility:
 Be currently enrolled in the junior or senior year of a Bachelor program in a four-year education
system, or the equivalent year at the time of application.
 Be specializing in natural science, engineering, or other relevant fields.
Japanese proficiency is not prerequisite. We will accept up to twenty (20) talented students with a
genuine desire to pursue a career in natural science research.
 Financial Aid:
Participants will receive school financial support to cover expenses such as airfares, accommodation, etc.
 Learn about Japan: Participants will have opportunities to learn about Japanese culture and the Japanese
language.
 Schedule: Program period starts from 16 June throughout 18 August. The participants will stay at TODAI
for a period between six and eight weeks. Please check the Chart of Faculty Members and Research Topic
at the UTRIP 2011 website for details.
 Check the School’s website for additional information.
Please check out the School’s website for further details.
URL: http://www.s.u-tokyo.ac.jp/oip/en/utrip2011/