We started calling for scholarship applications by international students who wish to enroll in the Graduate School of Environmental Science for October 2025 intake under the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship Program “Graduate Program for Environmental Conservation Leadership for Post SDGs”.
*Please make sure to contact prospective supervisors to discuss your suitability for this scholarship, and obtain agreement from your prospective supervisor before submitting your application. All the documents must be submitted via your prospective supervisor. To find and contact your prospective supervisor, please refer to Staff Information page.
1. A number of Slots
3 for Master’s Course and 4 for Doctoral Course
2. Qualifications
1) Eligibility:
International students with outstanding academic achievements of graduate school level who enter Japan as new students or those already staying in Japan. * Applicants must have earned a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.30/3.00 or above in their degreed (for those who are employed) or currently enrolled courses, and be able to maintain that GPA while receiving the scholarship. Furthermore, applicants must meet any one of the language requirements stated in 2) .
2) Language level/ability:
Applicants must satisfy any one of the following conditions to prove that they have sufficient English language ability. (1) Applicants must pass or achieve scores in English language proficiency tests that correspond to B2 or higher level in the CEFR at the time of application. (2) Applicants must complete school curriculums that meet the conditions for admission in masters’ or doctoral courses at a Japanese graduate school by using English as the main language.
3)Others
Please ask your prospective supervisors about other qualifications.
3) A copy of applicant’s passport (or a copy of a certificate of family register, certificate of citizenship or other identification issued by the government of his/her home country)
4) Official academic transcript(s) for all years of last university/graduate school attended (issued by the university/graduate school attended. Grading System or Grading Scale information must be attached.)
5) Certificate of (prospective) graduation or a Diploma of last university/graduate school attended
6) Document(s) attesting to the applicant’s outstanding academic achievements at the last university attended (If applicable)
7) Recommendation letter from dean (or above) at the current university or institutions, addressed to the president of Hokkaido University
8) Abstracts of theses (should be concise and to the point)
9) Proof of language ability that meets any one of the conditions in above “2. Qualifications” (English Language proficiency test scores or a Medium of Instruction certificate)
2) Additional Documents (for only successful candidates of the internal screening)
1) Application Form
2) Official academic transcript(s) for all years of last university/graduate school attended (issued by the university/graduate school attended)(ORIGINAL document must be sent via post)
4) Certificate of (prospective) graduation or a Diploma of last university/graduate school attended(ORIGINAL document must be sent via post)
5) PLEDGE(ORIGINAL document must be sent via post)
6. Admissions
If the scholarship application is accepted, applicants need to take entrance examination in the summer of 2025. They will start master’s or doctoral program in October, 2025. There will not be a research student period. See the Graduate School website for details of the regular entrance examination. (https://www.ees.hokudai.ac.jp/?page_id=2720&lang=en)
Contact The Academic Affairs Section, Graduate School of Environmental Science, Hokkaido University. E-mail: kyomu＠ees.hokudai.ac.jp Kita 10, Nishi 5, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0810, Japan
Graduate School of Environmental Science, Hokkaido University will offer ONLINE Information Session on May 12 (Sun).
The Session will start with “General Information” by the Dean of the graduate school at 10:00 (This portion will last 20 minutes) then each division will have a briefing.
If you would like to participate, please contact the division you are interested in via email by May 8 (Wed) at noon.
The division you have contacted will reply to you with detailed information, including the Zoom link.
2023 JAPANESE GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP FOR OVERSEAS RESEARCH STUDENTS (UNIVERSITY-RECOMMENDED MEXT SCHOLARSHIP)〔Special Program for Graduate School of Environmental Science〕“Environmental Conservation Leaders for Post SDGs”
The application period for the enrollment in October 2023 has ended.
1. A number of Slots
3 for Master’s Course and 4 or 5 for Doctoral Course
2. Qualifications
1) Eligibility:
Overseas students with excellent academic records who newly come to Japan to study at master’s or doctoral level. You (Applicants), not currently in school, should have the academicrecord score of 2.30 or higher from the most recent academic record. You (Applicants), in school, should have 2.30 or higher throughout their period of attendance at school, and are expected to maintain academic standards throughout the course of the scholarship program. In addition, you should satisfy the 2) Language level/ability.
2) Language level/ability:
Those who satisfy at least one of the following conditions of English proficiency. (1) Those who acquire B2 or higher level of CEFR or the equivalent grade/score on language test of the same level at the admittance to the regular courses. (2) Those who completed educational curriculum to fulfill the requirement for admission to Master’s or Doctoral program at academic institute in Japan, with English-medium instruction.
3)Others
Please ask your prospective supervisors about other qualifications.
3) Proof of nationality (e.g. photocopied passport, family register or proof of citizenship)
4) Official academic transcript of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree)
5) Certificate of graduation, graduation letter or diploma of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree)
6) Record of high academic achievements earned at the most recent university which the applicant is a graduate of (If you have received any awards, etc.)
7) Letter of recommendation from the dean of the graduate school to which the applicant belongs, or someone in higher position, addressed to the president of Hokkaido University, Prof. Kiyohiro Houkin
8) Abstracts of thesis or academic papers (please provide brief summaries)
9) Objective evidence of eligibility of language proficiency described “Language level/ability”(incl. TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC certificates)
(Only successful applicants are required to submit these documents)
1) Form 5 Application Form (should be ORIGINAL)
2) A passport-style photograph taken in the last 6 months, cut to 45mm x 35mm, upper body, full faced, uncapped. Write your name and nationality on the back. Adhere to your application form as advised or insert an image in electronic format onto your application form. (should be ORIGINAL)
3) Official academic transcript of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree) (should be ORIGINAL)
4) Certificate of graduation, graduation letter or diploma of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree)(should be ORIGINAL)
5) Record of high academic achievements earned at the most recent university which the applicant is a graduate of (If you have received any awards, etc.) (hard copy)
6) Letter of recommendation from the dean of the graduate school to which the applicant belongs, or someone in higher position, addressed to the president of Hokkaido University, Prof. Kiyohiro Houkin (hard copy)
7) Abstracts of thesis or academic papers (please provide brief summaries) (hard copy)
8) Objective evidence of eligibility of language proficiency described “Language level/ability”(incl. TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC certificates) (hard copy)
9) PLEDGE (should be ORIGINAL)
6. Admissions
If the scholarship application is accepted, applicants need to take entrance examination in August, 2023. They will start master’s or doctoral program in October, 2023. There will not be a research student period. See the Graduate School website for details of the regular entrance examination. (https://www.ees.hokudai.ac.jp/?page_id=2720&lang=en)
Contact
The Academic Affairs Section, Graduate School of Environmental Science, Hokkaido University. E-mail: kyomu＠ees.hokudai.ac.jp Kita 10, Nishi 5, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0810, Japan Phone: +81-11-706-2205
2022 JAPANESE GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIP FOR OVERSEAS RESEARCH STUDENTS (UNIVERSITY-RECOMMENDED MEXT SCHOLARSHIP)〔Special Program for Graduate School of Environmental Science〕“Environmental Conservation Leaders for Post SDGs”
The application for the enrollment in October 2022 is currently being invited.
1. A number of Slots
3 for Master’s Course and 5 for Doctoral Course
2. Qualifications
1) Eligibility:
Overseas students with excellent academic records who newly come to Japan to study at master’s or doctoral level. You (Applicants), not currently in school, should have the academicrecord score of 2.30 or higher from the most recent academic record. You (Applicants), in school, should have 2.30 or higher throughout their period of attendance at school, and are expected to maintain academic standards throughout the course of the scholarship program. In addition, you should satisfy the 2) Language level/ability.
2) Language level/ability:
Those who satisfy at least one of the following conditions of English proficiency. (1) Those who acquire B2 or higher level of CEFR or the equivalent grade/score on language test of the same level at the admittance to the regular courses. (2) Those who completed educational curriculum to fulfill the requirement for admission to Master’s or Doctoral program at academic institute in Japan, with English-medium instruction.
3)Others
Please ask your prospective supervisors about other qualifications.
3) Proof of nationality (e.g. photocopied passport, family register or proof of citizenship)
4) Official academic transcript of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree)
5) Certificate of graduation, graduation letter or diploma of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree)
6) Record of high academic achievements earned at the most recent university which the applicant is a graduate of.
7) Letter of recommendation from the dean of the graduate school to which the applicant belongs, or someone in higher position, addressed to the president of Hokkaido University, Prof. Kiyohiro Houkin
8) Abstracts of thesis or academic papers (please provide brief summaries)
9) Objective evidence of eligibility of language proficiency described “Language level/ability”(incl. TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC certificates)
11) Recommendation letter from the supervisor of the graduate school to which the applicant belongs or the other faculty who knows the applicant very well.
Additional Documents
(will be requested from only successful candidates of the screening)
1) Form 5 Application Form (should be ORIGINAL)
2) A passport-style photograph taken in the last 6 months, cut to 45mm x 35mm, upper body, full faced, uncapped. Write your name and nationality on the back. Adhere to your application form as advised or insert an image in electronic format onto your application form. (should be ORIGINAL)
3) Official academic transcript of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree) (hard copy)
4) Certificate of graduation, graduation letter or diploma of the most recent degree issued by the university which the applicant is a graduate of (either an undergraduate or postgraduate degree)(hard copy)
5) Record of high academic achievements earned at the most recent university which the applicant is a graduate of. (hard copy)
6) Letter of recommendation from the dean of the graduate school to which the applicant belongs, or someone in higher position, addressed to the president of Hokkaido University, Prof. Kiyohiro Houkin (hard copy)
7) Abstracts of thesis or academic papers (please provide brief summaries) (hard copy)
8) Objective evidence of eligibility of language proficiency described “Language level/ability”(incl. TOEFL/IELTS/TOEIC certificates) (hard copy)
9) Recommendation letter from the supervisor of the graduate school to which the applicant belongs or the other faculty who knows the applicant very well. (hard copy)
10) PLEDGE (should be ORIGINAL)
6. Admissions
If the scholarship application is accepted, applicants need to take entrance examination in August, 2022. They will start master’s or doctoral program in October, 2022. There will not be a research student period. See the Graduate School website for details of the regular entrance examination. (https://www.ees.hokudai.ac.jp/?page_id=2720&lang=en)
Contact
The Academic Affairs Section, Graduate School of Environmental Science, Hokkaido University. E-mail: kyomu＠ees.hokudai.ac.jp Kita 10, Nishi 5, Kita-ku, Sapporo 060-0810, Japan Phone: +81-11-706-2205
EPEES: English Program of Environmental Earth Science for a Sustainable Society (Graduate School of Environmental Science)
EPEES application period for the enrollment in October 2021 has ended.
Admission Requirements for the EPEES
Master’s Course applicants must:
have finished (or be expected to finish) 16 years of education by the month before the enrollment period;
hold a Bachelor’s degree in any field.
Doctoral Course applicants must:
have finished (or be expected to finish) 18 years of education by the month before the enrollment period;
hold a Master’s degree in any field.
Regular Admission
Regular entrance examination application documents should be submitted to the Academic Affairs Office by a designated deadline of each entrance examination. See the Graduate School of Environmental Science (GSES) website for details of the regular entrance examination: (https://www.ees.hokudai.ac.jp/?page_id=2720&lang=en)
Pre-arrival Admission
Several applicants may qualify for pre-arrival admission, which enables them to take entrance examinations in their own countries by using the equipment like the Zoom, Skype or Polycom meeting system if it is settled in their universities. If it is difficult to take the interview by using the equipment, there are some cases we cannot accept their applications. To apply for pre-arrival admission, submit the documents listed below for screening by May 12, 2021 by email (our office will be closed from May 1 through 5 during national holidays). If interested, contact the Academic Affairs Office of GSES before proceeding for further information.
1. Admission Application form with ID photo (the designated form must be used, and will be provided upon request. The photo should be taken on February 12, 2021 or later, 4 x 3 cm, upper body, facing forward with no headwear).
2. Curriculum Vitae (the designated form must be used, and will be provided upon request)
3. Graduation Certificate (or Certificate of Expected Graduation)
4. Academic Transcript
5. Copy of passport “face page”
6. For the Master’s ’s Course, a 1000-word essay on the reasons for the application and your research plan within the program
7. For the Doctoral Course, a 1500-word essay on the reasons for the application and your research plan within the program
8. Applicants should submit a copy of TOEFL, TOEIC or IELTS score sheet obtained within the last two years with the application.
Announcement of Pre-arrival Examination Candidates
Applicants selected as candidates for Pre-arrival Examination based on document screening will be notified by the beginning of July 2021 and should send all additional forms for the entrance examination. These forms must be submitted with the examination fee (JPY 30,000) by July 16, 2021 after receiving the notification. * See the GSES website for details of the regular entrance examination.
Entrance Examination and Interviews in Candidates’ Own Countries
Entrance examinations and pre-arrival examination interviews may be held in candidates’ own countries by using the equipment like the Zoom, Skype or Polycom meeting system on a day designated individually. Information on exact dates, times and locations will be provided after screening. Interviewees will be asked about their Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis and future plans for study on the Master’s or Doctoral courses, respectively.
Enrollment without Pre-arrival Examination
Applicants not qualifying for pre-arrival Examination can take the regular entrance examination. Applications must be submitted by a designated deadline of each entrance examination.
Schedules for entrance examinations and information sessions of the fiscal year 2019 are available now. Information sessions for prospective students will take place in Sapporo and Tokyo. Please come to the sessions to learn more about our school. Visit the link below for more information. https://www.ees.hokudai.ac.jp/?page_id=2726&lang=en
GSES Homecoming Day 2019 will be held on Friday, September 27th at the Graduate School of Environmental Science. Please check the event schedule below and join us!
◆Courses and laboratories panel exhibition
Sept. 26 – Oct. 2 GSES Entrance Hall
Friday, September 27th
◆Matsuno Environmental Science Award Ceremony
[3:00pm – 3:30pm] GSES Room D201 (No registration needed)
◆Homecoming Lectures –Their graduate school days, job-hunting episodes, and advise to current students.
[3:30pm – 5:00pm] GSES Room D201 (No registration needed)
3:30pm – 3:50pm Rie NAKAYA M. S., 2017, Hokkaido Electric Power Co., Inc.
3:50pm – 4:10pm Manami TAKIZAWA M. S., 2015, Ajinomoto Frozen Foods Co., Inc.
4:10pm – 4:30pm Kana NIKAIDO M. S., 2014, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
◆Reunion Party [6:00pm – 8:00pm] -Registration required
Venue: Restaurant Elm (in Faculty House Trillium, next to Chuo/Central Cafeteria to the north) Fee: Students 1,000 / Non-students 5,000
Online registrations are required for joining the party by September 25th at http://www.hokudai.ac.jp/home2019/registration/. *If you need help for registration in English or to cancel your registration, please send an email to home-coming (at) ees.hokudai.ac.jp, Environmental Science Alumni Association Office.
There was an error in examination papers on specialized subjects of Atmosphere-Ocean and Climate Dynamics Course (Division of Earth System Science) at the entrance examination held on Thursday, August 23th, 2018. We apologize to everyone who took the examination and will further strengthen the checking system of exam questions to prevent recurrence. Please view the following PDF for details. An Error in examination papers
Homecoming Day 2018 will be held on Friday, September 28th at the Graduate School of Environmental Science. Please check the event schedule below and join us! Friday, September 28th
◆Courses and laboratories panel exhibition [2:00pm – 5:00pm] GSES Entrance Hall
◆Lectures by OBs & OGs – telling us their graduate school days, job-hunting episodes, and current job stories. [3:00pm – 4:50pm] GSES Room D201 (No registration needed)
3:00pm – 3:30pm Matsuno Environmental Science Award Ceremony
3:30pm – 3:50pm Koki Sugihara M. S., 1999, Civil Engineering Research Institute for Cold Region, Public Works Research Institute
3:50pm – 4:10pm Hidehisa Taniuchi M. S., 2014, Konami Business Expert Co., Ltd.
4:30pm – 4:50pm Akio Ueno Ph. D., 2006, Horonobe Research Institute for the Subsurface Environment, Northern Advancement Center for Science & Technology
◆ Reunion Party (Registration required) [6:00pm – 8:00pm] Hokkaido University Co-op Chuo/Central Cafeteria 2nd floor Fee: Students 1,000 / Non-students 5,000 Registrations are required for joining the party by September 20th at http://www.hokudai.ac.jp/home2018/registration/ .
*If you need help for registration in English or to cancel your registration, please send an email to home-coming@ees.hokudai.ac.jp, Environmental Science Alumni Association Office.
Hokkaido University’s Homecoming Day is scheduled on Saturday, September 29th. Please visit https://www.hokudai.ac.jp/home2018/ for more details. (Japanese website only)
Here are the reports of self-evaluation conducted in 2014 fiscal year. Please click the links below to read reports. Self-evaluation Report – Japanese version only-
Here are our annual reports from 2008 to 2014 fiscal year. We publish annual reports for the purpose of self-assessment and updating our achievements and activities. Please click the links below to read reports.
Faculty of Environmental Earth Science Annual Report
