Pre-semester Special Page | 2026A Center for Global Education (GlobE), The University of Tokyo

Attend the USTEP Information Session

Among the study abroad programs where UTokyo and its partner universities (overseas universities with which UTokyo has signed memorandums on student exchange) exchange students for one semester to one academic year, the university-wide initiative is known as USTEP (University-wide Student Exchange Program). The staff members who are in charge will explain the program, application procedures, scholarships, etc. for the AY2027-28 autumn call.

 

• Date & Time: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 | 13:00–14:00
• Location: Online

Registration: Please pre-register from this page to participate.

 

 

IMPORTANT! Undergraduate Students Applying to USTEP with the GLP-I Scholarships must complete GLC-I Course Registration Before the A Semester Applying for USTEP this autumn? To receive the GLP-I scholarship in time for your exchange next summer or autumn, undergraduate students must enroll in the Global Leadership Course (GLC-I: Leadership Foundation), the mandatory GLP-I course, this A Semester (October). Do not wait until after you have been accepted to USTEP. If you take the course later, you will not be able to complete all of the scholarship requirements before your departure. Please consider registering for GLC-I by attending the GLP-I Information Session or the GLC-I Demo Session described below. Please note that registration via MS Forms is required before registering for courses on UTAS. Please follow the instructions below to ensure your registration is complete. Registration Period: Friday, September 4 – Monday, September 28 Link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/M0u8CHU9Vg

Attend the GLP-I Information Session

The Global Leadership Program-I (GLP-I) is a scholarship-supported program designed to guide and assist students throughout their study abroad and global experiences. We will be hosting the GLP-I Information Session 2026A to highlight the program's appeal, walk prospective students through the application and participation process, and answer any questions.

 

• Date & Time: Friday, September 4, 2026 | 12:00–13:00
• Location: Online

Registration: Please pre-register from this page to participate.

 

 

Experience Taking Courses in English (GLC-I Demo Session)

"Global Leadership Course (GLC-I: Leadership Foundation)"—a mandatory course for the GLP-I —is perfect for students who feel they need to work on their English but lack confidence, or who want to practice English speaking and discussion but feel a bit hesitant. Whether you are preparing to study abroad or simply want to improve your English skills without plans to go overseas, everyone is welcome! We are holding a demo session for this GLC-I course.

 

• Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 (Time TBD)
• Location: Komaba Campus (Specific location TBD)

Details regarding the demo session will be announced on this page or via GlobE's SNS as soon as they are finalized.

 

Participate in the Global Leadership Program (GLP)

The University of Tokyo Global Leadership Program (GLP) is a scholarship-supported program designed to empower your global experiences, such as studying abroad. The GLP consists of two tracks, GLP-I and GLP-II (TLP), each with its own distinct concept.

GLP-I: The Gobal Leadership Program-I (GLP-I) is a program conducted primarily in English.  Building on foundational course taught in English about leadership skills, you will develop your leadership through practical experiences, such as academic exploration of contemporary social issues and the Global Experience program.

GLP-II(TLP): The Global Leadership Program-II (Trilingual Program) (GLP-II (TLP)) is offered in six different languages: German, French, Chinese, Russian, Spanish, and Korean. It aims to cultivate advanced language skills and cultural understanding necessary for making a good contribution in the international society, and ultimately to enhance global competence, through  studying another language in addition to Japanese and English and exploring contemporary issues in multiple languages.

Most completion requirements for the GLP can be started from the 4th semester of your 2nd year, once your Senior Division placement is confirmed (the 2nd-year A Semester for April enrollees). Beginning your efforts in the A Semester will allow you to fulfill the completion requirements more reliably and receive scholarships. In particular, students are strongly encouraged to take the mandatory GLP-I course, "Global Leadership Course (GLC-I: Leadership Foundation)," during this fourth semester of the Junior Division.

Enroll in Global Liberal Arts Courses

As a university-wide platform for international education, the Center for Global Education (GlobE) offers courses where courses taught in English and other languages in which domestic and international students engage in active learning, such as discussions, on campus and online. You can start taking these courses from the 4th semester of your 2nd year, after placement in the Senior Division (the 2nd-year A Semester for April enrollees).

If you wish to enhance your language proficiency, prepare for studying abroad, or learn alongside international students, we highly encourage you to actively enroll starting in your 2nd year. For more details, check the Global Liberal Arts Courses page via the button link below.

Opportunities for the University-wide Student Exchange Program (USTEP) and short-term study abroad programs continue into your Senior Division years. Please visit the "UTokyo Go Global Website," for comprehensive information.

Additionally, UTokyo students are also welcome to participate in the "UTokyo Global Unit Courses (UTokyo GUC)," a short-term summer program hosted by GlobE for international students. This program offers an experience just like studying abroad right on your familiar campus, allowing you to interact with students from all over the world in an English-speaking environment. The application period runs from February to mid-March.
For more details, please refer to "UTokyo Global Unit Courses (UTokyo GUC) | UTokyo Go Global Website.

GlobE also provides numerous opportunities available to all students across all years, such as summer programs and interactive dialogue events. Be sure to check the UTAS bulletin board, email announcements, and the GlobE website, and proactively join any programs that spark your interest!