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The University of Tokyo&#39;s "Global Unit Courses" (GUC) provides a great opportunity for students around the world to gain what it is like to study at one of the world&#39;s leading universities in East Asia. UTokyo GUC offers a variety of in-person and online courses with cutting-edge contents, taught by faculty members of the University of Tokyo. ▶UTokyo GUC 2024 Brochure A History and Culture of the Senses AI for Understanding Human Intelligence Science of Light Resource Management, Efficiency and Social Justice Tissue Engineering and Stem Cell Technologies for Neuroscience Group Theory and Its Applications Culture, Media and Society in Japan AI and Social Justice Dilemmas of Development in Asia An Introduction to Quantum Biology Modern Japanese History Governance for Sustainable Development Early Language Acquisition Law in Transnational East Asia Introduction by TA *Additional course introduction videos will be added as they become available. Stay tuned for updates! Video Archives UTokyo Global Unit Courses (GUC) 2024 Application Guidelines Program Schedule Courses / Delivery method Global Unit / Assessment Eligibility Fees Application Staying in Japan Student Voices Contact Program Schedule UTokyo GUC 2024 Timetable | Course Options For the screening results, please refer to the "Application" section below. The application period for the UTokyo GUC 2024 has now closed. We greatly appreciate the large number of applications we have received from all of you! - The selection process is solely based on the documents and information submitted via TAO before the deadline. Documents for the selection process are only accepted through TAO, and TAO closed at 16:00 on Friday, March 15th. - The GUC Office neither accepts nor considers any documents or information for the selection process if they are sent via means other than TAO until the selection results are announced. - Please be aware that the screening process for all applications will commence collectively on our end after the application deadline, independent of TAO, based on the information provided via TAO. It is normal for the status on TAO to continue displaying "Application completed" during this period, so there is no need to worry. -- The deadline for the application is 16:00 Japan Standard Time on Friday, March 15th. We strongly recommend applying well in advance to allow sufficient time based on the following reasons: After the application deadline, the online application system (TAO) will automatically close, and late submissions cannot be accepted under any circumstances. The GUC Office may not respond to inquiries promptly. The GUC Office will not be responsible for any consequences resulting from applicants&#39; failure to receive, read, and/or reply to messages sent from our office, as well as any malfunctions of networks, PCs, or other devices that may prevent applicants from submitting applications in time. Even if an application is not successfully submitted, the application fee, once paid, will not be refunded. For the main courses, applicants have the flexibility to select from the list and can choose any number of courses from any terms, as long as there is no time conflict. Refer to the timetable and course options for double-checking. Additionally, please note that Japanese Language Courses are exclusively available to students registered for at least one of the main courses mentioned above. Applications are accepted via TAO (The Admission Office) Online Application System only. For details, please refer to the "Application" section below. Application Period: From February 2 to March 15 2024 at 16:00 (Japan Standard Time) Receive Result of Screening: April 15 2024 Program Fee Payment Deadline: April 15 2024 - April 22 at 16:00 (Japan Standard Time) Program Period: Mid-June to July Term 0: Monday, June 10 to Friday, June 14 Term 1: Monday, June 17 to Friday, June 28 Term 2: Monday, July 01 to Friday, July 12 Term 3: Tuesday, July 16 to Friday, July 26 Main Courses: Course Code Term Course Title Instructor Number of sessions (1session=90min) Global Units GUC24S121C Term 1 A History and Culture of the Senses Ai HISANO 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S122C Term 1 International Security of the Asia-Pacific Yee Kuang HENG 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S131C Term 1 AI for Understanding Human Intelligence Yukie NAGAI 20 1 (In-person) GUC24S132C Term 1 Science of Light: From Fundamentals to Advanced Technologies Satoshi IWAMOTO 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S141L Term 1 Resource Management, Efficiency and Social Justice: Both Perspectives from Economics and Sociology Hiroe ISHIHARA 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S152C Term 1 Tissue Engineering and Stem Cell Technologies for Neuroscience Yoshiho IKEUCHI 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S211C Term 2 Group Theory and Its Applications Yukari ITO 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S231C Term 2 Culture, Media and Society in Japan Yuiko FUJITA 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S232C Term 2 Design x Health: Creating Ideas for New Futures of Wellbeing Miles PENNINGTON Yukiko MATSUNAGA Yasuaki KAKEHI 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S241C Term 2 AI and Social Justice Yuko ITATSU 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S251C Term 2 Dilemmas of Development in Asia Jin SATO 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S311C Term 3 An Introduction to Quantum Biology Jonathan WOODWARD 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S322C Term 3 Modern Japanese History Michael FACIUS 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S331C Term 3 Governance for Sustainable Development Naomi AOKI 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S332C Term 3 Early Language Acquisition: How Human Infants Learn Language Within Their Social Environment Sho TSUJI 10 1 (In-person) GUC24S342C Term 3 Law in Transnational East Asia Kentaro MATSUBARA 10 1 (In-person) Japanese Language Courses: Course Code Term Course Title Instructor Number of sessions (1session=90min) Global Units GUC24S0J1L Term 0 Survival Japanese (Beginner Level) [Term0] Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S1J1L Term 1 Level 1 Further Steps (Lower Elementary Level) Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S1J2L Term 1 Level 2 Further Steps (Upper Elementary Level) Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S2J1L Term 2 Survival Japanese (Beginner Level) [Term2] Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S2J2L Term 2 Communication Strategies in Japanese Conversation (Advanced Level) Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S3J1L Term 3 Level 3 Further Steps (Lower Intermediate Level) Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) GUC24S3J2L Term 3 Level 4 Further Steps (Upper Intermediate Level) Center for Japanese Language Education 5 0.5 (Online) Top Courses / Delivery method Main Courses: Term 1 A History and Culture of the Senses (In-person course) Syllabus I’m a historian of the senses, business, and technology. This course will explore how historical changes altered people’s sensory experiences from the late nineteenth century onward. The senses play an important role in our everyday lives—we interact with other people and understand surrounding environments through touch, sounds, smell, taste, and vision. By looking at the formation and transformation of sensory experience, the course encourages students to understand the senses as a lens to analyze political, economic, and cultural change. Assoc. Prof. Ai HISANO International Security of the Asia-Pacific (In-person course) Syllabus Japan’s 2022 National Security Strategy warned that the country is at a “historical inflection point and in the face of the most severe and complex security environment since the end of WWII”. How can we understand regional security challenges that range from war, “de-risking” and great power competition, to climate change, infectious diseases, and terrorism? This course will analyze key drivers that shape the complex security agenda confronting Japan and Asia, through a combination of theory and practical cases. Each session will encourage interactive student-designed class exercises combined with group discussions and lectures. This course draws from the instructor’s experience teaching international security over twenty years at universities in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Singapore, and Japan. I look forward to vibrant discussions with GUC students on how we can best make sense of an increasingly dangerous world. Prof. Yee Kuang HENG AI for Understanding Human Intelligence (In-person course) Syllabus Where does human intelligence come from? Can we design artificial intelligence (AI) that has human-like intelligence? Although state-of-the-art technologies sometimes outperform human intelligence, their application fields are still limited. An open challenge is to enable AI to acquire various cognitive abilities as humans do. My course will teach a unique computational approach called cognitive developmental robotics. We aim to design AI and robots that can learn and develop like children. This approach enables us to uncover the principle of cognitive development as well as to design artificial systems that acquire cognitive abilities. Students who are interested in both artificial and human intelligence are welcome to this course. Prof. Yukie NAGAI Science of Light: From Fundamentals to Advanced Technologies (In-person course on Komaba) Syllabus Light abounds all around us. Without light, we would not be able to enjoy beautiful scenery. To take memorable photographs, we will use a camera, which is an optical instrument. Above all, the information on the web page you are looking at now is delivered to you through optical fibers. As such, optical technologies are indispensable in many aspects of our lives. How much do you know about light? In this course, we will learn the fundamental properties of light by doing simple experiments and will study the concept and progress of nanophotonics, which is one of the advanced optical technologies. Prof. Satoshi IWAMOTO Resource Management, Efficiency and Social Justice: Both Perspectives from Economics and Sociology (Online course) Syllabus This course addresses the issue of resource management by asking three questions: i) What are common pool resources? ii) For whom are common pool resources important? iii) How can we effectively manage common pool resources? Resource management is often considered a local issue as they are managed by local communities and stakeholders; however, it is also a global issue, as resource management impacts biodiversity and the ecosystems which is critical for us to stay in the planetary boundaries. One of the key difficulties in designing policies for biodiversity and ecosystems stems from this locality in resource management, especially compared to climate change mitigation and global warming. This lecture, by focusing on resource management at a local level, seeks to reveal some of the cutting edge policy on biodiversity conservation and ecosystem management. Assoc. Prof. Hiroe ISHIHARA Tissue Engineering and Stem Cell Technologies for Neuroscience (In-person course on Komaba) Syllabus Can we build a brain-like tissue in the near future? This introductory course invites you to explore the exciting realm of tissue engineering and stem cell technologies in neuroscience, tailored for students at the early stages of their scientific training. We will delve into the fundamentals of neural tissue engineering and stem cell biology, uncovering how these disciplines converge to advance our understanding of the brain. Engaging lectures and interactive discussions will guide you through the latest research, bioengineering strategies, and ethical considerations in neuroengineering. This course offers a unique glimpse into the potential future of neuroscience, making it an ideal starting point for students keen on exploring the frontiers of brain science and regenerative medicine. Assoc. Prof. Yoshiho IKEUCHI Main Courses: Term 2 Group Theory and Its Applications (In-person course) Syllabus I am a Professor at the Kavli Institute for the Physics and Mathematics of the Universe, specializing in algebraic geometry. A group is a mathematical concept used to describe symmetry in various fields such as mathematics, physics, and chemistry. It also plays a role in the arts. In this course, we will explore fundamental concepts of group theory and examine their properties through exercises. Additionally, we&#39;ll conclude by applying group theory to create your own artwork. While this is a foundational mathematics course, a basic understanding of linear algebra is recommended. Prof. Yukari ITO Culture, Media and Society in Japan (In-person course) Syllabus I am an ethnographer. In Japan, we can observe many interesting social and cultural phenomena. Some of these may be “unique,” while others show patterns similar to those in other countries. It is intriguing to visit these sites, observe, and analyze them. In this course, the first half provides an overview of the situations related to gender, race, ethnicity, and class in Japanese society. Then, the latter half focuses on digital media, popular culture, and global flows, which are increasingly influential in contemporary society. Assoc. Prof. Yuiko FUJITA Design x Health: Creating Ideas for New Futures of Wellbeing (In-person course on Komaba) Syllabus This is an introduction to the design process. It is a series of workshops where participants can try the basics of design from research, creating ideas through to material experimentation, prototyping and review. We approach this from the perspective of innovation and future thinking - so the emphasis is on new ideas (and not just form-making - as in a more traditional design class) The theme is new futures of wellbeing – teams will be creating ideas for new types of experimental products or services that are related to healthcare. Prof. Miles PENNINGTON Prof. Yukiko MATSUNAGA Prof. Yasuaki KAKEHI AI and Social Justice (In-person course) Syllabus My teaching and research at the University of Tokyo has been motivated on the inclusion of minorities in society, whether the marginalization is due to their race, class, gender, linguistic ability or otherwise. I am very excited to be thinking about artificial intelligence with the GUC participants, particularly about how this technology can be examined using the lens of social justice. By welcoming students from various parts of the world, I believe we will be able to see just how varied our understandings are when it comes to our concerns about AI and how it can be used for social justice. Prof. Yuko ITATSU Dilemmas of Development in Asia (In-person course) Syllabus I have been teaching subjects related to the environment and development in the context of Asia for the past 20 years. And it remains an exciting field, especially examining how our knowledge can be mobilized to address real world problems, and how Japan and Asia have unique experiences to share with the world. I plan to conduct an interactive class that challenges your basic assumptions about what “development” is or should be. Cases will be drawn from my field experience in Thailand, Laos and Cambodia along with Japan. Looking forward to meeting you all! Prof. Jin SATO Main Courses: Term 3 An Introduction to Quantum Biology (In-person course) Syllabus The development of the theory of quantum mechanics in the early 20th Century caused a paradigm shift in our understanding of physics and chemistry, yet our theories of biology remain grounded in the ideas of classical physics. Quantum Biology considers how quantum phenomena can afford biology abilities beyond the limitations of classical physics. In this course, we will look at the key features of quantum mechanics and the possibilities they offer biology. We then focus on the particular case of the remarkable ability of some animals to sense the earth’s magnetic field and exploit it for navigation. Prof. Jonathan WOODWARD Modern Japanese History (In-person course) Syllabus History is not just about the past, and it’s definitely not just about memorizing dates and names. History tries to understand how and why societies change and tells stories about the lives of other human beings. As such, it’s very useful for understanding yourself and the contemporary world on a deeper level, and it’s endlessly fascinating for the window it offers into the experience of those that came before us. Japanese modern history is both rich in its own right, and a great case study to think about how what is often called modernity, for better or worse, has shaped our world. Join me in this course and let’s explore together! Assoc. Prof. Michael FACIUS Governance for Sustainable Development (In-person course) Syllabus As a faculty member of the Graduate School of Public Policy, I teach on topics related to public management. This Global Unit Course will focus on governance – the structure and process of making and implementing decisions concerning public policies – and will elucidate how the choice of governance makes a difference in the progress towards sustainable development. Combining lectures and case-based exercises, the course offers a platform for students to critically engage in debates and exchange ideas about how various modes of governance ought to be designed for our societies and to consider their merits, drawbacks, and unintended consequences. Assoc. Prof. Naomi AOKI Early Language Acquisition: How Human Infants Learn Language Within Their Social Environment (In-person course) Syllabus Children learn language all around the world, no matter what linguistic or cultural background they are born into. In this course, we will tackle questions such as: Do babies really learn in the womb? Why is it so hard for speakers from some languages to distinguish sounds like “l” and “r”? How should we talk to bilingual children? We will also learn about early language impairments, the central role of the social environment for learning, and what lessons artificial intelligence can draw from baby studies. Understanding the mechanisms behind their learning is of high societal relevance, since early language skills are the single best predictor for later academic success. In my lab, drawing on observational, experimental, and interventional methods, we focus on the role of the linguistic environment and social context for advancing learning. Asst. Prof. Sho TSUJI Law in Transnational East Asia (In-person course) Syllabus This course is for anyone interested in how such an internally diverse region as East Asia became a somewhat coherent region in the past, and how it might relate to the rest of the world in the future. Tokyo is one of the best places in the world to study East Asian cultures and societies (I would argue the best, but of course I’m biased). My area of expertise is in the Legal History and Comparative Law involving East Asian societies. After completing my LL.B. in Tokyo and D.Phil. in Oxford, I have held research and teaching posts in Columbia Law School, Hong Kong University, the National University of Singapore, and Yale University. The GUC has been providing a wonderful opportunity for students with diverse backgrounds to come together, and to learn from each other. I am excited to participate again this year, especially as it is the second time it will be conducted In-Real-Life. I look forward to learning from the vibrant exchanges myself, and to begin a long-term exchange of ideas and experiences with each one of my students. Prof. Kentaro MATSUBARA Japanese Language Courses (Online, synchronous) *Japanese Language Courses are open only to the students who register for at least one of the main courses above. The courses will be taught by faculty of Center for Japanese Language Education. Term 0 ・Survival Japanese (Beginner Level) [Term0] Syllabus Term 1 ・Level 1 Further Steps (Lower Elementary Level) Syllabus ・Level 2 Further Steps (Upper Elementary Level) Syllabus Term 2 ・Survival Japanese (Beginner Level) [Term2] Syllabus Term 3 ・Level 3 Further Steps (Lower Intermediate Level) Syllabus *UTokyo reserves the right to cancel courses for reasons such as insufficient number of registrants. Appropriate refunds will be given in case of cancellation. Top Global Unit / Assessment Students will be rigorously assessed and be given "Global Units" based on their performance and the number of class hours. Upon completion of course, a Global Unit Certificate, which may be used to calculate credits for transfer to your home institution, will be issued by the University of Tokyo. The Global Unit Certificate typically includes the following information: Participant&#39;s name Course name Number of Global Units for the course Lecture type (In-person/Online) Instructor&#39;s name Course period Grade earned by the participant Number of Global Units earned by the participant Notes ("*1 Global Unit = 90 minutes × 10 / 0.5 Global Unit = 90 minutes × 5", "**System of Grading: S (100-90), A (89-80), B (79-70), C (69-60), D (Fail)") Contact Hours ・15 hours per 1 Global Unit (90 minute-lecture ×10) ・7.5 hours per 0.5 Global Unit (90 minute-lecture ×5) *For the syllabus of each course, please refer to the information provided under &#39;Courses/Delivery Method&#39;.Top Eligibility Eligibility Applicants must be currently (the time of application or the program period) enrolled in a university as a full-time student outside of Japan (undergraduate and graduate). UTokyo students are also welcome to apply for the program. For more information specific to UTokyo students, please search for &#39;UTokyo GUC&#39; on the UTAS Bulletin Board* (*accessible only for UTokyo students), where you can find detailed information about the GUC program. Language Requirement All UTokyo GUC courses are taught entirely in English (except for Japanese language courses) and no knowledge of Japanese language is required. Although no certificate of English language skills is required, students must possess sufficient language proficiency to complete university-level courses. The expected minimum proficiency level is that of TOEFL iBT 90 or IELTS 6.5. Top Fees Application Fee ・JPY 5,000 The application fee must be paid during application period by credit card ONLY and is strictly non-refundable. In the event that an application is not successfully submitted, the application fee, once paid, will not be refunded. We strongly recommend applying well in advance to allow sufficient time. There is no application fee for UTokyo students. Program Fees ・In-person format: JPY 170,000 per Global Unit ・Online format: JPY 30,000 per 0.5 Global Unit The program fee must be paid in full after admission is confirmed in April by credit card ONLY. Payment Deadline: April 22 at 16:00 (Japan Standard Time) Discounts for Students from USTEP Partner Universities Students currently enrolled in the USTEP partner universities are entitled to a 10 percent discount on the above program fees. See >> USTEP partner universities list Top Application UTokyo Global Unit Courses (GUC) 2024 - Screening Results. The application period for the UTokyo GUC 2024 has now closed. We greatly appreciate the large number of applications we have received from all of you! Please be aware that the screening process for all applications will commence collectively on our end after the application deadline, independent of TAO, based on the information provided via TAO. It is normal for the status on TAO to continue displaying "Application completed" during this period, so there is no need to worry. For the schedule, please refer to the GUC website under the "Application" section. -- The deadline for the application is 16:00 Japan Standard Time on Friday, March 15th. We strongly recommend applying well in advance to allow sufficient time based on the following reasons: After the application deadline, the online application system (TAO) will automatically close, and late submissions cannot be accepted under any circumstances. The GUC Office may not respond to inquiries promptly. The GUC Office will not be responsible for any consequences resulting from applicants&#39; failure to receive, read, and/or reply to messages sent from our office, as well as any malfunctions of networks, PCs, or other devices that may prevent applicants from submitting applications in time. Even if an application is not successfully submitted, the application fee, once paid, will not be refunded. Application Period: From February 2 to March 15 2024 at 16:00 (Japan Standard Time) Receive Result of Screening: April 15 2024 Program Fee Payment Deadline: April 15 2024 - April 22 at 16:00 (Japan Standard Time) ▶UTokyo GUC 2024 Terms and Conditions *Usage of Artificial Intelligence* Preparing your application documents is the first step towards your study at UTokyo. In doing so, you will think about what to study there and imagine what the experience may mean to you. In fact, this is indispensable to a successful UTokyo life. The recent development of generative artificial intelligence has made it possible to generate essays with a simple command. However, you should not rely on such technology in preparing your application. Instead, it is important that you write about yourself in your own words. For the main courses, applicants have the flexibility to select from the list and can choose any number of courses from any terms, as long as there is no time conflict. Additionally, please note that Japanese Language Courses are exclusively available to students registered for at least one of the main courses mentioned above. Refer to the timetable and course options for each term to verify time conflicts and select an option with an alphabetical letter based on your course preference per term. Applications are accepted via TAO (The Admission Office) Online Application System only. Step1: Create an account for online application system All applications must be completed through the designated online application system, The Admissions Office (hereinafter referred to as TAO). To initiate your application, please create an account by clicking on "Account registration." The account name should match the legal name in the alphabet as written on your passport. You can create an account at https://admissions-office.net/en/applicant/sign_up Once your account is created, ensure the language is set to English and search the application page for the UTokyo GUC Program. Click on "Start my application" to obtain your Application ID. To check your Application ID, click on "Application" in the menu tab. Step 2: Before proceeding to the application page, please ensure you have the following items ready. ▶For General Information 1.Copy of Passport (PDF): Pages displaying the applicant&#39;s name and face photo are required. 2.Color ID photo (JPEG): Sized 45mm x 35mm, plain background, taken within the last 3 months. 3.Copy of Student ID (PDF): Side(s) displaying the institution name, the applicant&#39;s name and face photo are required. 4.OFFICIAL transcript in English (PDF): The most recent one from the applicant’s home institution. ▶For Course Preferences Refer to the timetable and course options for each term to verify time conflicts and select an option with an alphabetical letter based on your course preference per term. Applicants are required to submit a Statement of Purpose (maximum 300 words) for each course they apply for. Applicants for Japanese Language Courses must complete the Question Sheet provided separately by the Center for Japanese Language Education, which includes the Level Check Test, in addition to the procedure on TAO (online application system). ▶For Paying Application Fee Credit Card (Visa/Master/JCB/Amex/Diners) Step 3: Proceed to the application and make the payment for the application fee using a credit card. Please be aware that after submitting your application, no further changes can be made for any reason, and the application fee, once paid, will not be refunded. We highly recommend thoroughly reviewing your application, with special attention to the course(s) you have applied for.