Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology (TUMSA) has been provided education to develop specialists who helped govern and manage ocean use in Japan. Based on its motto “Voices from the Ocean” TUMSAT has focused its efforts since the merger on fulfilling its mission to help Japan develop as a maritime nation and play a role in its contributions to the international community. From this fundamental perspective, we offer students opportunities for comprehensive education and research related to the ocean with a focus on the development of highly specialized researchers and professionals. Our aim is to form an internationally outstanding center for marine education and research in order to develop specialists who will play leading roles in industry, government and academia in international settings. Furthermore, taking advantage of our specialization in oceanography, we particularly focus on promoting and advancing global scientific research in the maritime field, comprehensively covering the environment. resources and energy.
Degree Programs in English (Graduate program)
Most of the lectures in the Graduate School of Marine Science and Technology are offered in English. Students can complete their degree in English only.
Short-term Program
TUMSAT only accepts exchange students from our partner universities. Regarding the application procedures, please inquire at the international office of your home university. We have 4 partner universities in the Middle East area as of May, 2025.
Ege University
Istanbul University
Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
Faculty of Fisheries, Mugla Sitki Kocman University
Scholarship (Incl. Tuition waiver)
Graduate School of Marine Science and Technology (Master’s/Doctoral Courses), recruits Japanese government scholarship applicants around October – November of every year. Please confirm the latest information on the TUMSAT website. Applications are made through accepting supervisors.
Japanese government scholarship (University recommendation)
TUMSAT offers a Tutor System to support study/research and everyday life for all of students who newly enroll in the university. We also prepare on/off campus accommodation for the international students.
