Tokyo Tech Education Reform For prospective graduate s Program Overview Main points of education reform Q & A 1
Goal of Education Reform 国 立 大 学 法 人 東 京 工 業 大 学 教 育 改 革 のお 知 らせ We will cultivate s with the drive to excel and the vision to contribute to society through science and technology. Yoshinao Mishima President, Tokyo Tech 2
Schools Undergraduate and graduate schools will be joined a first in Japan Undergraduate Schools Seamless degree programs The education system will allow for easier transitions from bachelor s to master s and master s to doctoral programs. Students will be able to better visualize their academic goals and choose from various courses and challenges to achieve those goals. Earlier involvement in graduate-level research Under certain conditions, undergraduates will be able to take master s-level courses and join research projects. Qualifying master s s will be able to do the same for doctoral-level courses and research. This will provide a more seamless transition between degree programs. Graduate Schools Leadership education With the new education system, s will gain vital leadership skills through broad training in their majors, research, and liberal arts courses. School Year 3rd year 2nd year 1st year 2nd year 1st year 4th year 3rd year 2nd year 1st year Schools Current Curriculum Doctoral Thesis Research Doctoral Major Courses Master s Thesis Research Master s Major Courses Undergraduate Major Courses Liberal Arts Courses Course Numbering System 600-level 500-level 400-level 300-level 200-level 100-level New Curriculum Doctoral Thesis Research Doctoral Major Courses Master s Thesis Research Master s Major Courses Undergraduate Major Courses Liberal Arts Courses 3
An Education System that Supports Diverse Learning Opportunities Course Numbering System 600 Students may gain work experience at a research institution or company anywhere in the world while conducting their doctoral research. 6 to 9 cumulative years to earn a doctoral degree 500 Doctoral program (upon passing screening) Students may start preparing for doctoral research. Admission 4 to 6 cumulative years to earn a master s degree Flexible, paced curricula that allow s to study their areas of interest. 400 300 Students may study more than one field of specialization concurrently (e.g., biotechnology and mechanical engineering) Master s program (upon passing entrance exam) If they meet certain requirements, s can take courses in the master s program curriculum in advance. Admission 3 to 4 years to earn a bachelor s degree 200 With the quarter system, Tokyo Tech s academic calendar will align with more overseas universities. Students will be better able to participate in internships and study abroad. Transfer 100 First year s will take courses that are foundational to studying science and technology. Life sciences has become part of the compulsory courses in addition to math, physics, chemistry, English, and liberal arts. The courses thoroughly cover the basics and are fundamental to providing broad knowledge. The curricula are also designed to develop communication skills, creativity, and other competencies useful in any field. Bachelor s program admission Course Numbering System A numbering convention where courses are numbered according to category and order in which they should be taken in the curriculum structure. 4
Combining Undergraduate and Graduate Departments Current System New System Undergraduate 3 Schools 23 Departments School of Science Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry / Information Science / Earth and Planetary Sciences School of Metallurgical / Organic and Polymeric Materials / Inorganic Materials / Chemical / Polymer Chemistry / Mechanical and Science / Mechanical and Intelligent Systems / Mechano- Aerospace / Control and Systems / Industrial and Systems / Electrical and Electronic / Computer Science / Civil and Environmental / Architecture and Building / Social / International Development School of Bioscience and Biotechnology Bioscience / Biotechnology Graduate 6 Schools, 45 Departments Graduate School of Science and Mathematics / Physics (Particle-, Nuclear- and Astro-Physics) / Physics (Condensed Matter Physics) / Chemistry / Earth and Planetary Sciences / Chemistry and Materials Science / Metallurgy and Ceramics Science / Organic and Polymeric Materials / Applied Chemistry / Chemical / Mechanical Sciences and / Mechanical and Control / Mechanical and Aerospace / Electrical and Electronic / Physical Electronics / Communications and Computer / Civil / Architecture and Building / International Development / Nuclear Graduate School of Bioscience and Biotechnology Life Science / Biological Sciences / Biological Information / Bioengineering / Biomolecular Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Science and Innovative and Engineered Materials / Electronic Chemistry / Materials Science and / Environmental Science and Technology / Built Environment / Energy Sciences / Environmental Chemistry and / Electronics and Applied Physics / Mechano-Micro / Computational Intelligence and Systems Science / Information Processing Graduate School of Information Science and Mathematical and Computing Sciences / Computer Science / Mechanical and Environmental Informatics Science Schools Materials and Chemical Technology Computing Life Science and Technology 6 Schools, 19 Departments Departments Mathematics Physics Chemistry Earth and Planetary Sciences Mechanical Systems and Control Electrical and Electronic Information and Communications Industrial and Economics Materials Science and Chemical Science and Mathematical and Computing Science Computer Science Life Science and Technology Institute for Liberal Arts Graduate School of Decision Science and Technology Human System Science / Value and Decision Science / Industrial and Management / Social Graduate School of Innovation Management Management of Technology / Innovation Environment and Society Architecture and Building Civil and Environmental Transdisciplinary Science and Social and Human Sciences Innovation Science Technology and Innovation Management (professional master s degree program) 5
Schools, Departments, and Majors School Department Undergraduate Major Graduate Major Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Science Physics Chemistry Physics Chemistry Physics Chemistry Energy Science and Earth and Planetary Sciences Earth and Planetary Sciences Earth and Planetary Sciences Materials and Chemical Technology Computing Mechanical Systems and Control Electrical and Electronic Information and Communications Industrial and Economics Materials Science and Chemical Science and Mathematical and Computing Science Computer Science 1st years join one of seven academic groups Mechanical Systems and Control Electrical and Electronic Information and Communications Industrial and Economics Materials Science and Chemical Science and Mathematical and Computing Science Computer Science Mechanical Systems and Control Electrical and Electronic Information and Communications Industrial and Economics Materials Science and Chemical Science and Mathematical and Computing Science Computer Science Energy Science and Energy Science and Energy Science and Energy Science and Sciences and Design Sciences and Design Human Centered Science and Biomedical Human Centered Science and Biomedical Human Centered Science and Biomedical Sciences and Design Human Centered Science and Biomedical Human Centered Science and Biomedical Nuclear Nuclear Nuclear Nuclear Artificial Intelligence Artificial Intelligence Life Science and Technology Life Science and Technology Life Science and Technology Life Science and Technology Human Centered Science and Biomedical Architecture and Building Architecture and Building Architecture and Building Sciences and Design Urban Design and Built Environment Civil and Environmental Civil and Environmental Civil Sciences and Design Urban Design and Built Environment Environment and Society Transdisciplinary Science and Social and Human Sciences Transdisciplinary Science and Global for Development Environment and Society Social and Human Sciences Energy Science and Sciences and Design Nuclear Innovation Science Innovation Science Technology and Innovation Management (professional master s degree program) Technology and Innovation Management Institute for Liberal Arts Liberal arts courses taken throughout each program 6
More Options for Specialized Fields and the Quarter System Students will have more options for specialized fields of study Example: A interested in studying materials = Faculty member 3 Departments 1 Department Department of Metallurgical Department of Organic and Polymeric Materials Department of Inorganic Materials Department of Materials Science and Field of Study Before Education system which divides fields After Education system which combines fields Quarter System Under the quarter system, one academic year will be divided into four quarters. 1Q 2Q Summer Vacation 3Q 4Q early June Mid June early August Mid August mid September Late September late November Early December early February Intensive learning in shorter periods will enhance learning effectiveness. Flexible academic plans will make it easier to study abroad or do internships. Offering courses more frequently will better accommodate s. Enrollment in Tokyo Tech will be more accessible for international s. 7
Interdisciplinary Graduate Majors Energy Science and Sciences and Design Human Centered Science and Biomedical Nuclear Artificial Intelligence Urban Design and Built Environment Features 1. A novel set of interdisciplinary majors, each based on a newly established field of study that spans across disciplines. 2. Administered across multiple departments. 3. Faculty members from different fields of specialization will provide unique perspectives to each interdisciplinary field. 4. Students and researchers from diverse academic backgrounds and specializations will gather to engage in novel, socially significant fields of study. Students who enroll in these majors will have the chance to study in a highly stimulating environment. Degree completion requirements Requirements for the completion of a degree will be stipulated for each major. For example, the same requirements apply to the Nuclear major administered by the Mechanical Department and that administered by the Materials Science and Department. Certification of major The name of the major will be printed on the diploma. Example: Energy Science and, Department of Chemistry, School of Science 8
Faculty Members Assigned to Master s and Doctoral Programs 1. Faculty members will be affiliated with schools, research laboratories, etc., and assigned to teach for a graduate major. 2. Some faculty members may be assigned to teach for multiple majors. Example 1. Prof. A is assigned to two majors in the Department of Mechanical : Energy Science and ; and Mechanical. Example 2. Prof. B is assigned to two majors in the Department of Materials Science and : Materials Science and ; and Human Centered Science and Biomedical. 3. Students are affiliated with a school and department of preference and must select a graduate major. 4. A list of graduate majors and associated faculty is provided at the following sites: http://www.titech.ac.jp/graduate_school/news/2015/031139.html (Japanese) http://www.titech.ac.jp/english/graduate_school/international/international_graduate/index.html (For publication dates of relevant application guides, see the Examination Schedule section.) 9
Relationship of Current Departments to the New System School under the New System Departments of Current Graduate Schools Science Mathematics / Physics(Particle-, Nuclear- and Astro-Physics) / Physics (Condensed Matter Physics) / Chemistry / Earth and Planetary Sciences / Chemistry and Materials Science Mechanical Sciences and / Mechanical and Control / Mechanical and Aerospace / Electrical and Electronic / Physical Electronics / Communications and Computer / Nuclear / Energy Sciences / Electronics and Applied Physics / Mechano-Micro / Information Processing / Mechanical and Environmental Informatics / Industrial and Management / Social Materials and Chemical Technology Chemistry and Materials Science / Metallurgy and Ceramics Science / Organic and Polymeric Materials / Applied Chemistry / Chemical / Nuclear / Innovative and Engineered Materials / Electronic Chemistry / Materials Science and / Environmental Chemistry and Computing Mathematical and Computing Sciences / Computer Science / Computational Intelligence and Systems Science Life Science and Technology Environment and Society Life Science / Biological Sciences / Biological Information / Bioengineering / Biomolecular Civil / Architecture and Building / International Development / Nuclear / Environmental Science and Technology / Built Environment / Mechanical and Environmental Informatics / Human System Science / Value and Decision Science / Social / Innovation / Management of Technology (professional master s degree program) Note: Underlined departments are affiliated with more than one school. This table does not necessarily reflect the current affiliations of faculty assigned to majors under the new system. 10
Academic Calendar (AY 2016-17) Dates are subject to change. The academic year (AY) will be divided into quarters, with two quarters in each term. (Some courses may last longer than a quarter.) Admission (all degree programs) Term 1 Admission (master s and doctoral degree programs) Term 2 Apr. 1 June 12 June 13 Aug. 10 Sept. 23 Nov. 28 Nov. 29 Feb. 11 (includes winter vacation) 1Q 2Q 3Q 4Q Graduation Graduation Start and end dates for each quarter will vary slightly from year to year. Students enrolled in master s and doctoral programs can also graduate at the end of June or December. Registration, classes, make-up classes, and final exams Summer vacation Spring vacation Course registration will be carried out at the beginning of each term for the comprised two quarters. (Registration changes can be made at the beginning of 2Q and 4Q.) A preparatory period (lasting a few days) will be set between 1Q and 2Q and between 3Q and 4Q when no classes will be held. This period will allow s time to review material from the previous quarter and prepare for the next quarter. Grades will be released on a quarterly basis on the Web System for Students and Faculty. However, formal awarding of grades will occur at the end of each term. Quarter Registration and Changes Classes Make-Up Classes and Final Exams Preparatory Period Release of Grades Awarding of Grades (Academic transcript) Graduation 1Q Registration: Apr. 5 May 29 May 30 June 8 June 9 12 Late June Changes for 2Q courses: 2Q mid June to early July June 13 July 31 Aug. 1 10 Early Sept. Sept. 21 Autumn graduation: Sept. 21 Master s and Doctoral thesis approval: end of June 3Q Registration: late Sept. to Sept. 24 Nov. 14 Nov. 15 24 Nov. 25 28 Mid Dec. mid Oct. Changes for 4Q courses: 4Q end of Nov. to mid Dec. Dec. 1 Jan. 31 Feb. 1 11 Early Mar. Mar. 26 Spring graduation: Mar. 26 Master s and Doctoral thesis approval: end of Dec. (Dates will change slightly from year to year.) Class schedule Classes will be organized in 45-minute periods. Most classes will span two periods (90 minutes). Example: Course A (worth two credits) is taught twice a week on Mondays and Thursdays during periods 1 and 2. (Note: Not all courses have classes twice a week.) A course within a quarter will consist of 15 classes and 2 make-up classes. 11
Aiming to Become One of the World s Top Ten Research Universities Inspiring ambition with the new Lecture Theatre New undergraduates will attend lectures by leading Tokyo Tech researchers and faculty, Nobel Prizelevel scientists, and industry experts. Students will be exposed to the wonders of research and motivated to pursue careers in science and technology. TOKYO TECH LECTURE THEATRE New curricula tuned to those of the world s leading universities Invite faculty from the world s top universities Academic tuning for easier credit transfer Encourage study abroad for all s World s Top Universities Tokyo Tech Accreditation of credits & degrees 英 国 王 立 科 学 研 究 所 レクチャーシアター ( 協 力 :ブリティッシュ カウンシル) 12
Tools for Self-Initiated Learning and an Enhanced Support System Active learning Through group work, discussions, and presentations, s will take more active roles in their education. Online learning Massive open online courses (MOOC) will provide greater flexibility and allow for study both on and off campus. Students will cultivate initiative, communication skills, and leadership skills, and be better equipped to prepare for and review lessons. Enhanced support system Academic advisors will support s in their goals, education plans, and employment searches. Learning portfolios will help provide seamless transitions between degree programs. 事 前 事 後 の 学 修 が 充 実 するため To support their ambitions, s will be able to consult their academic advisors at any time. All s will have at least one scheduled meeting with their academic advisors per academic year. 授 業 中 は 理 解 を 深 めることに 集 中 Learning portfolios Students will maintain an extensive record of their learning progress and outcomes. Learning portfolios will include objectives, education plans and check sheets, completed assignments, reports, and lists of earned credits. 13
Seamless Curricula Seamless transition from bachelor s to master s programs The education system allows for a smoother transition from the bachelor s to master s degree program. (Students are conferred a bachelor s degree and must pass the entrance examination to enroll in the master s degree program.) Undergraduate and graduate curricula are offered under the same departments to eliminate discontinuity between degree programs. Independent research project (6 months; equivalent to the current bachelor s thesis research) A new advanced independent research project will be offered. Students can take this course after completion of their independent research project to review their undergraduate studies, prepare for the master s degree program, participate in societal activities, or study abroad. Bachelor s s who make the appropriate achievement-based progress may take up to 10 credits of master s-level courses. Taking master s-level courses will allow bachelor s s to effectively coordinate their 100- to 300-level undergraduate coursework and 400- to 500-level master s coursework. Bachelor s s may take courses in graduate minor curricula. (Courses will be credited towards their minor on completion of the master s degree program.) Course Numbering System 600-Level 500-Level 400-Level 300-Level 200-Level 100-Level Doctoral 博 士 論 Thesis 文 研 究 Research 博 士 専 門 科 目 Doctoral Major Courses Master s 修 士 論 文 Thesis 研 究 Research 修 士 専 門 科 目 Master s Major Courses Undergraduate Major 学 士 課 Courses 程 専 門 科 目 教 養 科 目 Liberal Arts Courses Seamless transition from master s to doctoral programs The education system allows for a smoother transition from the master s to doctoral program. Master s and doctoral programs will be linked to prevent discontinuity in curricula. (Students are conferred master s and doctoral degrees on completion of the respective programs. Master s s must undergo screening to enter the doctoral degree program.) In addition to research seminars, major courses and research-related courses will become required to emphasize study as well as research. To provide broader training, career development and liberal arts courses will also be required.* Curricula will be designed to meet the needs of aspiring s who wish to earn their doctoral degrees in 3 to 4 years. On completion of their master s coursework, s will be assigned either a master s thesis or independent research project for master s program by the faculty of their major. To cultivate global awareness, s will be strongly recommended to study abroad before they complete their master s degree programs.* *Also applies to master s s who took advanced courses during their bachelor s degree programs. 14
Focused and Interdisciplinary Options Curricula that offer greater breadth Interdisciplinary Option Students seeking to complement their major studies may pursue a minor by taking courses in systematically designed minor curricula or courses in other majors to meet minor coursework requirements. Focused Option Students seeking to concentrate on their major studies may pick and choose courses from other majors. Students can choose either Minor 1. Intended for master s s 2. All major fields of study (excluding the professional degree program) will also have minors. 3. Students who obtain the required credits for the minor will receive a certificate of completion, and their coursework will be recorded in their transcripts. Interdisciplinary Minor 1. Intended for master s and doctoral s 2. Curricula will span multiple departments and majors, covering cutting-edge fields and key social issues. 3. Students who obtain the required credits for the minor will receive a certificate of completion, and their coursework will be recorded in their transcripts. 15
Courses Taught in English and International Opportunities Tokyo Tech s take up the challenge. Courses Taught in English March 2015 40% of courses are currently taught in English 2019 ~ All major courses will be taught in English (with some exceptions) Training for faculty to teach in English is being provided. Study Abroad and Other International Opportunities Students will be strongly recommended to study abroad or participate in other international opportunities before they complete their master s programs. Tokyo Tech will reinforce its support system by forming more academic partnerships promoting study abroad programs. 16
Standard Timeline for Undergraduate Students from Admission to Graduation Affiliations and Curricula B: Bachelor s M: Master s D: Doctoral AY 2015 16 Further details on next page 4th year (enrolled 2012) 2015 Semester system B affiliation under current system Undergraduate thesis research (1 year) Current curriculum 2016 Quarter system Entrance examination 2017 M affiliation under new system 2018 New curriculum 2019 D affiliation under new system 2020 3rd year (enrolled 2013) B affiliation under current system Current curriculum Undergraduate thesis research (1 year) Entrance examination M affiliation under new system New curriculum D affiliation under new system 2nd year (enrolled 2014) Affiliation with department Current curriculum B affiliation under current system Undergraduate thesis research (1 year) Entrance examination M affiliation under new system New curriculum Student studies curriculum under new education system. Student must take new courses corresponding to current courses to satisfy degree requirements effective at time of matriculation. 1st year (enrolled 2015) 1st year (enrolled 2015) who repeats 1st year Affiliation with academic group Current curriculum Affiliation with academic group Current curriculum B affiliation under current system Affiliation with department B affiliation under current system Affiliation with department Undergraduate thesis research (1 year) Entrance examination M affiliation under new system New curriculum Undergraduate thesis research (1 year) Entrance examination 17
Standard Timeline for Students from Admission to Graduation From the master s degree program (including 4th year undergraduates) to the doctoral degree program Bachelor s s must meet the graduation requirements designated by their current departments. Graduate s will be affiliated with the new schools and departments after education reform and must meet the general education requirements and requirements specific to their major to graduate. (For bachelor s s who have to repeat a year, their department affiliations and graduation requirements will remain unchanged. In this case, new courses that are equivalent to the old courses provided before 2016 must be taken.*) Note: Periods of study may be shortened to a minimum of 3 years for the bachelor s program, 1 year for the master s program, and 1 year for the doctoral program. (A minimum period of 3 years is required when both master s and doctoral programs are taken.) 2015 Enrollment 2016 Master s Program (2 years standard) Dept. of Mechanical and Science Dept. of Mechanical Example: An undergraduate in Mechanical and Science who later enters master s and doctoral programs in Mechanical. Student takes courses offered by department and fulfills requirements Student may take up to two graduate-level courses in advance Bachelor s thesis research (year long) Entrance exam for master s program; details at right [ ] Student may study abroad, do an internship, etc. Admission to master s program in mechanical engineering Student takes major courses, career development courses, and liberal arts courses (400- and 500-level courses). Student may choose a minor or interdisciplinary minor. Student must conduct master s thesis research. Student may study abroad, do an internship, etc. *Some courses will not be replaced but will be offered in their original form. Summer 2015 Entrance Exams for Master s Programs (Details on admission posted on the Tokyo Tech website in Japanese) Students can apply based on the academic advisor or academic discipline of their choice. After passing the exam, s will be admitted to study a major in their chosen department and school (e.g., major in Mechanical, Dept. of Mechanical, School of ; or major in Mathematics, Dept. of Mathematics, School of Science). Graduation Requirements Designated by Department March 2016 Fulfilment of the completion requirements for the bachelor s degree program Pass undergraduate thesis review Acquire designated number of credits (124 credits or more) specified by the department Must meet general education requirements and requirements specified by the department Graduation Requirements Designated by Major March 2018 Attainment of achievement level prescribed by the master s degree program Pass master s thesis (or independent research project) review and final defense Acquire designated number of credits (30 credits or more) required for the major Must meet general education requirements (2 credits in 400-level liberal arts, 1 credit in 500-level liberal arts, and 2 credits in 400- or 500-level career development courses) and requirements specific to the major 2018 Doctoral Program (3 years standard) Dept. of Mechanical Admission to doctoral program in mechanical engineering Student takes major courses, career development courses, and liberal arts courses (600-level courses). Student must conduct doctoral thesis research. Student may study abroad, do an internship, etc. Graduation Requirements Designated by Major March 2021 Attainment of achievement level prescribed by the doctoral degree program Pass doctoral thesis review and final defense Acquire designated number of research seminar credits (12 credits in principle, but if completing early, the number of credits accrued during enrollment) plus 12 credits from other courses required for the major Must meet general education requirements (2-4 credits in liberal arts, 4 credits in career development courses) and requirements specific to the major 18
Standard Timeline for Graduate Students from Admission to Graduation Affiliations and Curricula AY 2015 16 2015 Semester system 2016 Quarter system 2017 2018 2019 2020 2nd year (enrolled Oct. 2013) M affiliation under current system D affiliation under current system Master s program 2nd year (enrolled Apr. 2014) M affiliation under current system Screening Current curriculum D affiliation under new system New curriculum 1st year (enrolled Apr. 2015) M affiliation under current system Current curriculum Screening D affiliation under new system New curriculum Doctoral program 1st year (enrolled Apr. 2015) Current curriculum D affiliation under current system B: Bachelor s M: Master s D: Doctoral Student studies curriculum under new education system. Student must take new courses corresponding to current courses to satisfy degree requirements effective at time of matriculation. 19
Completion Requirements Program Completion Requirements Master s and Professional Degree Programs Master s Degree Program 1. After receiving the necessary research guidance, pass the master s thesis (or independent research project) review and final defense 2. Acquire the designated number of credits (30 credits or more) required for the major 3. Meet general education requirements and requirements specific to the major Professional Degree Program 1. Pass the project report review and a final defense 2. Acquire the designated numbers of credits (40 credits or more) required by the professional degree program and other relevant programs. 3. Meet the general education requirements and requirements specific to the professional degree program Program Completion Requirements Doctoral Degree Program 1. After receiving the necessary research guidance, pass the doctoral thesis review and a final defense 2. Acquire the designated number of research seminar credits (12 credits in principle, but if completing early, the number of credits accrued during enrollment) plus 12 credits from other courses required for the major 3. Meet general education requirements and requirements specific to the major 20
Required Credits Master s and Professional Degree Programs Courses Liberal arts career development courses Research seminars Requirements designated by major* Required Credits (400- and 500-level) 3 credits (400-level: 2 credits; 500-level: 1 credit) 2 credits 4-8 credits Designated by major (For non-restrictive electives, any 400- or 500-level courses may be selected.) Total: 30 or more credits Doctoral Degree Program Courses Liberal arts Career development courses Research seminars Requirements designated by major* Required Credits (600-level) 2 credits 4 credits Depends on enrollment period** 6 credits (For non-restrictive electives, any 600- level courses may be selected.) Total: 12 credits (excluding research seminars) *Be sure to confirm the requirements for your major. Requirements may include courses from other majors. **Four research seminar credits can be obtained in one year. Therefore, a 3-year enrollment period would require 12 research seminar credits. 21
Support System and Support Tools Student Guidance Room, TAs, and Tutors An environment where doctoral s teach master s s, master s s teach bachelor s s, and s in different fields teach each other. Academic Advisors Academic Advisors Faculty members will be assigned to each as academic advisors to provide guidance based on data including grades and registered courses. Academic advisors will support s in their goals, education plans, and employment searches. Student Guidance Room, TAs, and Tutors Students Careers Advisors Student Guidance Room and Health Service Center A healthy mind and body are the basis for a successful. Student Guidance Room and Health Service Center Careers Advisors Careers advisors will continue supporting Tokyo Tech s in obtaining careers in science and technology fields. Learning Portfolios: An extensive record of the s learning progress and outcomes, intended as a tool to assist him/her in transitioning to the next academic stage. Graduate s can utilize learning portfolios upon request. Infrastructure Improvements: Library, active learning classrooms, MOOCs (SPOCs), Lecture Theater 22
Relevant Links 1. Education Reform at Tokyo Tech http://www.titech.ac.jp/english/education/reform/ Also linked on the top page of the Tokyo Tech website. 2. Admissions http://www.titech.ac.jp/english/graduate_school/ http://www.titech.ac.jp/english/graduate_school/international/international_graduate/index.html (For publication dates of relevant application guides, see the Examination Schedule section.) http://www.titech.ac.jp/english/graduate_school/admissions/doctoral.html June 2015 National University Corporation Tokyo Institute of Technology 23