International Program in Agricultural Development Studies (IPADS)

Life as a student on this programme

Gap term

Orientation and Global Cafe The academic calendar schedules IPADS new-student guidance and a UTAS system orientation immediately before the October enrolment ceremony…

Studio and community

Research community Throughout the program, students are actively involved in the School's research community, participating in weekly seminars…

Housing

Student services and health Student services, including housing information services and limited health services, are provided to all students.
Accommodation University of Tokyo dormitories are applied for online in June after an acceptance letter…

Estimated accommodation and living costs

Support

Cohort and diversity Students enrolled in IPADS have various intellectual, geographical, academical backgrounds and origins. As of Apr.
ZEF exchange and joint activities IPADS Students can participate in joint coursework with ZEF as well as various activities held annually including students' seminars and…
Japanese language support IPADS links students to the Center for Japanese Language Education and to Free Japanese lessons for international students and their…
Libraries Students use the General Library — Worldwide collection of English books and periodicals…
On-campus work After enrollment, students can apply for a range of on-campus jobs including Teaching Assistant and Tutorship for newly entering…
Programme events On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the Graduate School of Agriculture and Life Sciences held the 'IPADS 15th Anniversary Symposium' to…
Personal information and legal notices The University of Tokyo shall use the personal information obtained through the application process only for the purpose of 1) Selection…
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