Entrance examination summary
| Entrance examination | Recruitment personnel#1 | Selection Policy (Admission Policy) | Selection method#2 | Exam date#3 | |
| ① Recommended entrance examination | 35 | In addition to the results of learning and activities in high school (upper secondary education), students will be evaluated comprehensively on their artistic qualities, motivation, and abilities. | Practical skill test and interview | 2026 November 26-27 |
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| Special entrance examination for those with experience studying abroad Type 1, Type 2 | 5 | Type 1) In addition to the results of learning and activities in high school (upper secondary education) and Japanese language proficiency, artistic aptitude, motivation, and basic abilities will be evaluated comprehensively. Type 2) In addition to the results of learning and activities in high school (upper secondary education), artistic aptitude, motivation, and basic abilities are evaluated comprehensively. |
Practical skill test and interview | Same day as recommended entrance exam | |
| International Baccalaureate Special Entrance Examination | Wakasu name | For those who have obtained an International Baccalaureate diploma, the university comprehensively evaluates general abilities such as basic academic ability, problem-finding and problem-solving ability, and initiative required to receive an education at its university, as well as artistic aptitude, motivation, and basic ability. | Practical examination, interview and oral examination | Same day as recommended entrance exam | |
| ② Individual academic ability tests, etc. (first half schedule) |
Comprehensive selection#4 | 5 | "Comprehensive Academic Group (Comprehensive Selection)Please Confirm. | 2027 February 2th |
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| Art major selection | 45 | We comprehensively evaluate a wide range of basic academic abilities and artistic abilities. | University entrance common test Practical inspection |
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| ③Individual academic ability tests, etc. (Late date) |
10 | We will comprehensively evaluate basic academic ability and basic artistic ability. | University entrance common test Practical inspection |
2027 February 3th |
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| Japan-Expert (Student) Program Special Entrance Examination | Wakasu name | In addition to academic achievement in high school (upper secondary education) and Japanese language ability, applicants will be evaluated comprehensively on their artistic qualities and motivation, including submitted documents and works. | Interview/oral test | 2027 Mid-May |
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If there are any changes,Websitesite"Notice of changes and advance notice of selection methods, etc.'will be announced at.
[① Recommendation entrance examination]
Essentials
| Recruitment personnel | 35 | ||||||||||||||
| Schedule | Student recruitment guidelines announced: Early September (planned) Application period: November 2nd (Mon) - 9th (Mon) Exam dates: November 26th (Thu) - 27th (Fri) |
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| Selection method*1 | Practical examination and interview*2 | ||||||||||||||
| Key Points | 〇Recommendation requirements Recommendation requirements are those who fall under either (1) or (2) below. (1) Those who belong to the A stage of the study results summary of the study report, or those who have academic ability that is at least sufficient to pass the University of Tsukuba's individual academic ability test, etc. (2) Those who have excellent qualifications or abilities in the field of the art major for which they wish to apply (please attach photographs of your work as objective materials, if appropriate). Each high school may nominate up to four students. Regarding the practical examination |
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*2 Interviews will be conducted individually to assess interest in and motivation for the arts, future potential, and social skills. Self-assessment of practical skills will also be required.
List of practical examination subjects
| Time zone | Subject symbol | Practical test subject |
| a.m. | A1 | essay |
| A2 | pencil drawing | |
| afternoon | P1 | Essay (appreciation) |
| P2 | Essay (design concept) | |
| P3 | Drawing (charcoal or pencil) | |
| P4 | Plane configuration | |
| P5 | book |
Reference: Entrance examination information (recommended) regarding the practical examination conducted in the previous year
Regarding what to bring, once the student recruitment guidelines are published (expected in early September),) Please check the latest version. The following is information about past exams.
| Time zone | Subject symbol | Practical test subject | Items to carry#1 |
| a.m.
(2 hours) |
A1 | essay#2 | Pencil (mechanical pencil is also acceptable), eraser, pencil sharpener |
| A2 | pencil drawing | Pencil, eraser, kneaded eraser, cutter knife (pencil sharpener is also available)The following are optional (descale, measuring stick, sandpaper, blending stump, tissue paper, gauze) | |
| afternoon
(4 hours) |
P1 | Essay (appreciation)#3 | Pencil (mechanical pencil is also acceptable), eraser, pencil sharpener |
| P2 | Essay (design concept)#3 | Pencils (mechanical pencils are also acceptable), colored pencils (up to 12 colors), erasers, kneaded erasers, utility knives (pencil sharpeners are also acceptable), compasses, straightedges. | |
| P3 | Drawing (charcoal or pencil) | Charcoal, pencil, eraser, kneaded eraser, utility knife (pencil sharpener can also be used), 2-3 sheets of newspaper (for use as a charcoal paper underlay).The following are optional (bread, scale, measuring stick, sandwich)paper, brush strokes, tissue paper, gauze) | |
| P4 | Planar configuration | Pencils (mechanical pencils are also acceptable), eraser, water bottle, straight ruler, triangle ruler, compass, utility knife (pencil sharpener is also acceptable), crow's eye, crow's eye compass, groove-drawing stick, masking tape, opaque watercolors (acrylic gouache, poster paint, etc.), coloring tools (palette or paint tray, brushes, brush washer, plastic wrap), miscellaneous goods.The following are optional (feather duster, kneaded eraser, gauze, tissue paper, wet wipes, etc.) | |
| P5 | book | Brush (kanji/kana, various sizes), ink, inkstone, stone marker, water drop, pencil, red felt-tip pen |
*1 During the practical examination, you may not use any items other than those listed in the table. Furthermore, we will not lend out any items (excluding distributed materials).
*2 In the A1 essay, questions will be asked from a wide range of questions related to art and design.
*3 From the 2024 entrance exam (held in 2023), Essay (Appreciation or Design Concept) will be divided into Essay (Appreciation) and Essay (Design Concept), and each will be a separate subject.
[②Individual academic ability test, etc. (first semester schedule) Arts specialization group selection]
Essentials
| Recruitment personnel | 45 | ||||||||||||||
| Schedule | Announcement of recruitment requirements: Late October (planned) Application period: January 25th (Mon) - February 3rd (Wed) Exam date: Thursday, March 2th |
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| Selection method*1 | University entrance common test, practical test | ||||||||||||||
| Key Points | ◯ 2nd stage selection There will be no 2-stage selection. ◯ Point allocation Regarding the practical examination |
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*1 In addition to the selection method shown in the table, a comprehensive judgment will be made based on submitted documents, etc.
List of practical examination subjects
| Time zone | Subject symbol | Practical test subject |
| a.m. | A1 | essay |
| A2 | pencil drawing | |
| afternoon | P1 | Essay (appreciation) |
| P2 | Essay (design concept) | |
| P3 | Drawing (charcoal or pencil) | |
| P4 | Plane configuration | |
| P5 | book |
Subjects and subject names for the Common University Entrance Examination (first half schedule)
Reference: Entrance examination information regarding the practical examination conducted in the previous year (first half schedule)
Regarding what to bring, please check the latest student application guidelines once they are published (expected in late October). The following is information related to past exams.
| Time zone | Subject symbol | Practical test subject | Items to carry#1 |
| a.m.
(2 hours) |
A1 | essay#2 | Pencil (mechanical pencil is also acceptable), eraser, pencil sharpener |
| A2 | pencil drawing | Pencil, eraser, kneaded eraser, cutter knife (pencil sharpener is also available).The following are optional (descale, measuring stick, sandpaper, rubbing brush, tissue paper, gauze) | |
| afternoon
(4 hours) |
P1 | Essay (appreciation)#3 | Pencil (mechanical pencil is also acceptable), eraser, pencil sharpener |
| P2 | Essay (design concept)#3 | Pencils (mechanical pencils are also acceptable), colored pencils (up to 12 colors), erasers, kneaded erasers, utility knives (pencil sharpeners are also acceptable), compasses, straightedges. | |
| P3 | Drawing (charcoal or pencil) | Charcoal, pencil, eraser, kneaded eraser, utility knife (pencil sharpener can also be used), 2-3 sheets of newspaper (for use as a charcoal paper underlay).The following are optional (bread, scale, measuring stick, sandwich)paper, brush strokes, tissue paper, gauze) | |
| P4 | Planar configuration | Pencils (mechanical pencils are also acceptable), eraser, water bottle, straight ruler, triangle ruler, compass, utility knife (pencil sharpener is also acceptable), crow's eye, crow's eye compass, groove-drawing stick, masking tape, opaque watercolors (acrylic gouache, poster paint, etc.), coloring tools (palette or paint tray, brushes, brush washer, plastic wrap), miscellaneous goods.The following are optional (feather duster, kneaded eraser, gauze, tissue paper, wet wipes, etc.) | |
| P5 | book | Brush (kanji/kana, various sizes), ink, inkstone, stone marker, water drop, pencil, red felt-tip pen |
*1 During the practical examination, you may not use any items other than those listed in the table. Furthermore, we will not lend out any items (excluding distributed materials).
*2 In the A1 essay, questions will be asked from a wide range of questions related to art and design.
*3 From the 2024 entrance exam (held in 2023), Essay (Appreciation or Design Concept) will be divided into Essay (Appreciation) and Essay (Design Concept), and each will be a separate subject.
[③ Individual academic ability tests, etc. (later schedule)]
Essentials
| Recruitment personnel | 10 name | ||||||||||||||
| Schedule | Announcement of recruitment requirements: Late October (planned) Application period: January 25th (Mon) - February 3rd (Wed) Exam date: Friday, March 12th |
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| Selection method#1 | University entrance common test, practical test | ||||||||||||||
| Key Points | ◯ 2nd stage selection This is done when the number of applicants exceeds a certain ratio (approximately 10 times) to the number of available positions. ◯ Point allocation (I.e.Regarding the practical examination |
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*1 In addition to the selection method shown in the table, a comprehensive judgment will be made based on submitted documents, etc.
List of practical examination subjects
| Time zone | Subject symbol | Practical test subject |
| a.m. | A1 | essay |
| A2 | pencil drawing |
Reference: Entrance examination information regarding the practical examination conducted in the previous year (later schedule)
Regarding what to bring, please check the latest student application guidelines once they are published (expected in late October). The following is information related to last year's exam.
| Time zone | Subject symbol | Practical test subject | Items to carry#1 |
| a.m.
(2 hours) |
A1 | essay#2 | Pencil (mechanical pencil is also acceptable), eraser, pencil sharpener |
| A2 | pencil drawing | Pencil, eraser, kneaded eraser, cutter knife (pencil sharpener is also available).The following are optional (descale, measuring stick, sandpaper, rubbing brush, tissue paper, gauze) |
*1 During the practical examination, you may not use any items other than those listed in the table. Furthermore, we will not lend out any items (excluding distributed materials).
*2 In the A1 essay, questions will be asked from a wide range of questions related to art and design.
Related websites
Admission selection guidelines and student recruitment requirements for each entrance examination will be announced in due course.
The publication date of the student recruitment guidelines for each entrance examination will be stated on the Key Examination Dates page of the Admissions Selection Guidelines.
· "University of Tsukuba Entrance Examination Information Site(https://ac.tsukuba.ac.jp）
· "Entrance exam schedule and application requirements"(https://www.tsukuba.ac.jp/admission/）
Inquiry desk
[Inquiries regarding the University of Tsukuba entrance examination]
- For inquiries regarding the Common Test, general selection, and school recommendation selection, please contact the Admissions Division at the University of Tsukuba.
University of Tsukuba Main Building, High-rise Building, 2nd floor
Reception 9:00-12:00 / 13:15-17:00
(Excluding weekends, holidays, and non-business days)
Phone: 029-853-6007
Fax: 029-853-6008
E-mail: gm.nyusika#@#un.tsukuba.ac.jp (Please remove the # symbol)
Or this oneFormThank you.
- For inquiries regarding the Comprehensive Selection and Global Selection, please contact the Admissions Center at the University of Tsukuba.
University of Tsukuba Main Building, Low-rise Building, 2nd floor
Reception 9:00-12:00 / 13:15-17:00
(Excluding weekends, holidays, and non-business days)
Phone: 029-853-7385
For questions,FormThank you.
reference: Contact Us | University of Tsukuba Entrance Examination Information Site
[Inquiries regarding entrance examinations such as practical skill tests]
Email: tg-gakugun#@#un.tsukuba.ac.jp (Please replace #@# with @)
