GIP-TRIADInternational Joint Degree Master’s Programin Agro-Biomedical Science in Food and HealthInternational JointInternational
JointDegreeDegree
Master's Program
ProgramAgro-Biomedical Sciencein Agro-BiomedicalSciencein Food and Health
HealthStudents with a strong volition of innovation
related to food and health are desired.

A unique joint-degree program involving
universities in three different countries,
bringing a worldwide perspective on thestudy of Food and HealthInternational Joint Degree Master's Programin Agro-Biomedical Science in Food and Health
The GIP-TRIAD master’s program is the only program that combines
Medical and Agricultural Sciences to address issues related to Food andHealth at an international level.
This master’s program is aimed at developing human resources withboth a scientific background and an understanding of the businessworld, taking advantage of the unique collaboration between professionals
from a Japanese, Taiwanese and French universities.

Food Processing
Food Science
Plant Molecular Genetics
Plant Parasitic Mycology
Plant Physiology
Plant Breeding

AgriculturalSciences

Food Security
Agricultural Economy
Metabolomics
Nutrition
Oenology
Horticultural Science

MedicalSciences

A degree awarded jointly by three universities.
Graduates from the GIP-TRIAD are awarded a Master’s Degree inAgro-Biomedical Science in Food and Health with a certificate signed byeach president of all three universities.

Environmental Medicine
Global Health
Microbiology
Neurophysiology
Stem Cell Biology

Molecular Cell Biology
Stem Cell and Nanobiotechnology
Signal Trasnsduction
Virology
Toxicology

UNIVERSITY OF TSUKUBA

Partners within

Health and Medical Science Innovation Laboratory

each university

Joint-Laboratory for International Joint-Programs
Tsukuba-Plant Innovation Research Center
Agriculture and Food-related Companies etc.

UNIVERSITY OF BORDEAUXINRA-Bordeaux (Green Campus)
Bordeaux Science AgroAgriculture-related Companies etc.

NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY
Xitao Experimental Forest
Nantou Experimental Forest
Biotechnology-related Companies etc.

Curriculum Overview

Classes are divided into Foundation and Specialized (I and II) Subjects. Foundation Subjects cover the academic basics of Food and Health and the basics of management.
In the Specialized Subjects I, students develop their ability to identify and solve problems through practical studies, guided by specialists in the relevant fields. SpecializedSubjects II provide expertise in health and food resources. A strong focus is put on practical learning through field activities and internships, with the aim of forming high-levelinternational professionals having the necessary expertise and practical skills to bridge the gap between the world of Research&Development and society.

Enroll

1st Semester
University of Tsukuba

2nd Semester
National Taiwan University

3rd Semester
University of Bordeaux

4th Semester
Student’s home university

Study goals

Proficiency in fundamental skills pertaining tohealth and food resources
Expertise in assessing the physical advantages
and safety of substances
Entrepreneurial mindset and strong managementabilities
Advanced English language skills in aspecialized context

Expertise related to health and food resources
Ability to identify and resolve issues in socialand natural environments in Asia
R&D and management in Asian companies

Proficiency in understanding the connections
between health and food resources, as well as
in evaluating and developing food resources.
Aptitude for identifying and resolving issues in
Europe's social and natural environments.
Familiarity with European corporate environments
and career advancement opportunities.

Further deepening of expertise in theresearch theme
Acquisition of practical skills aligned withcareer aspirations after graduation

Foundation Subjects
Introduction of Agro-Biomedical Science
Agro-BiomedicalScience Group seminar
Professional project building
English in Medical Science and Technology
Entrepreneurship Training I
Entrepreneurship Training II
Basic Molecular Nutrition

Foundation Subjects
Bio-Entrepreneurship Training

Foundation Subjects
Job or Internship Hunting Including
Technological Watch

Specialized Subjects I
Internship for UT Students
Internship for NTU Students
Internship for UB Students

Specialized Subjects II
Basic Toxicology
Cancer Biology
Human Pathology and Oncology
Global Issue and Global Society: Environmental
Pollution & Health Effects
Health Care Policy and Management
Advanced Course on Global Food Security
Advanced Food System
Metabolomics

Learning process[ September ]General & first semester guidance
Submission of research plan
Selection of academic advisors (1 main, 2 deputies)
Personal academic guidance and consultation[ September – January ]Taking courses (15 credits or more)
Guidance for researchSpecialized Subjects II
Cellular Network of Biological MoleculesContemporary Issues in Global Health
Agriculture in Taiwan
Global Environmental Health Science
Measuring Burden of Disease: Methods andApplications
Food Safety and HealthApplied Translational Microbiology
Biotechnology in Milk Products
DNA Processing in Drugs, Diseases and Health[ February ]Second semester guidance[ February – June ]Taking courses (15 credits or more)
Guidance for research[ June ]Submission of special subject research plan

Specialized Subjects I
International Scientific Seminars
Integrative Unit with Omic & Bioinformatic Tools
Field to Laboratory Practices with DataManagement & Data Mining

Specialized Subjects II
Specialized subjects related to research
theme (as necessary)Specialized Subjects II
Water and Food-borne Microbiological Diseases
and Dietary Habits in Human Population
Nutrition, Physiological Regulation and Major
Human Diseases
Integrating & Advanced Plant Breeding
Nutrition & Health Organization in Europe
Nutrition, Microbiome and Immunity
Impact of Environmental Stresses on Crops
Production
Green Biotechnology
Quality of Animal-based Foodstuff[ September ]Third semester guidance[ September – January ]Taking courses (15 credits or more)
Guidance for research[ November ]Mid-term presentation of the special subject
research[ January ]Submission of special subject research theme
proposal

Degree conferment

Subjects

Specialized Subjects I
Basic Toxicology
Agro-Biomedical Science Laboratory Seminar I
Research and Development for Agro-Biomedical
Science I (R&D)

Specialized Subjects IAgro-Biomedical Science Laboratory Seminar II
Research and Development forAgro-Biomedical Science II
Bio-entrepreneurship Training
Fusion of Field and Laboratory Studies
Internship in Taiwan I

Graduate[ February ]Fourth semester guidance[ February – June ]Internship
Summary of the special subject research[ February – August ]Submission of a complete comprehensive
research report
Selection of examination system
Presentation of the complete
comprehensive research
Examination of the complete
comprehensive research report, final
examination, graduation judgment

Achievement level evaluation

Admissions ( For more information, please visit our website. )General Selection Process（Depending on the results of the August entrance exam, we may conduct the January entrance exam.）
Number of Students to be Admitted

3Testing Location

Tsukuba Campus, University of Tsukuba

Key Dates

Application Period: July
Oral Examination: August
Announcement of Results: September
Matriculation into GIP-TRIAD: September of the following year

Contact

Application Forms( In English )Office of International Joint-Degree Master's Program in Agro-Biomedical Sciencein Food and Health

Address: 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki 305-8575, JAPAN University of Tsukuba, Medical Area 4E610
E-mail: gip_info(@)un.tsukuba.ac.jp TEL: + 81- 29-853- 3228
Open: Monday~Friday. 8:30~17:15 ( Lunch Time: 12:15~13:15 ) https://www.gip.tsukuba.ac.jp/english/

1. Application Form
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Reference Card/Photo Card
4. Essay
5. (Expected) Graduation Certificate/Academic Transcript
6. Degree Certificate
7. Letter of Recommendation
8. Documents to Prove English Proficiency

About GIP-TRIAD logo mark

GIP-TRIAD HP

we have set the slogan of Global Innovation Joint-Degree
Program as a common indicator of three universities in orderto establish this department at the same time.
GIP-TRIAD indicates the meaning of slogan and thecollaboration of Leap to the Future of three universities. Also,
the current logo mark was created in accordance with it.