The Integrated Science Program at Hokkaido University
provides students with a wide scientific knowledge,
and is taught in English to prepare graduates for professional
careers on an international scale.

北海道大学
HOKKAIDO UNIVERSITYISP SCHOLARSHIPS AND FEES
We offer a scholarship program for students participating in the Integrated Science Program.
Enrollment fee

Program Details

Tuition Fee

The Integrated Science Program is a cross-disciplinary science
program for international students interested in pursuing adegree in the sciences at the undergraduate and graduatelevel. The program’s strong cross-disciplinary nature aims to give
students an excellent broad scientific education across the corescientific disciplines (physics, chemistry, and biology), whileallowing them to specialize in their chosen fields in later years inaccordance with their own interests. In addition to theEnglish-based scientific content of the program, a multitude ofadditional liberal arts courses focusing on business, leadershipand management skills, and the Japanese language will beavailable to ensure students receive a rich and fulfilling
education while at Hokkaido University.

As of March 2024

We will waive the entire enrollment fee for the Bachelor's degree.

Tuition Fee for Bachelor’s degree and Master’s degree is ¥533,800 a year.
We will waive the tuition fee for the 1st semester (the initial 6 months) of theBachelor's degree.
In the second semester and thereafter, selection will be made on an annual
basis, and tuition fees for one year or half a year will be waived.

The information above is subject to change. This is applicable to those who enter ISP in October 2024.

Applicants We Are Seeking
The ISP is best suited for prospective students that exhibit:
A passion for studying a broad range of subjects across the natural sciences;
An inclination to major in a discipline of the natural sciences (physics,chemistry or biology);
Enthusiasm to live and study in a multicultural/multilingual environment;
A drive to contribute to the wider global society by building a future career
as an international specialist or researcher with a rich backgroundknowledge based in the natural sciences.

Application Qualifications and Requirements
Refer to the latest Application Guidelines on the “How to Apply” page in theISP website. (https://www.oia.hokudai.ac.jp/isp/)

Key Characteristics

Application Schedule

Course Structure

Study at one of Japan’s oldest andmost prestigious universities
Courses taught by a diverse
international faculty in English
A range of scholarships available

The ISP consists of a four-year Bachelor's degree and a two-year Master'sdegree. For the first six months of the Bachelor's component, the students
take courses in natural science, liberal arts and Japanese. After that, they will
start obtaining more specialized knowledge and practical skills in theirchosen fields (physics, chemistry or biology). The Master's degree will
include active research components, where students will be affiliated with
one of the university's prestigious graduate schools to learn the techniquesand skills necessary to flourish as scientists or researchers.

Undergraduate School

Bachelor’s Degree

01years

Physics(Science)

Chemistry

4 years + 2 years( Bachelor’s )

Dec.

Jan.

1st Stage Selection:
Document Screening

Feb.
〜Mar.

2nd Stage Selection:
Online Interview

Mar.

Notification of
Successful Applicants

Oct.

Enrollment

Biology

Master’s Degree( In your chosen specialized field)

Program
Length4

Bachelor’scomponent( Master’s )Master’scomponent

Online Registration
Deadline for Arrivalof Recommendation
LetterGeneral Education

ISP at a Glance
Degrees
OfferedNov.

Graduate Schools

Science, Chemical Engineering, Life Science, Engineeringand more.

2years

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORTInternational Student Support Desk
We provide a support desk staffed with international students. If,
for example, you have trouble reading Japanese documents, or do
not understand procedures at the ward office, the support desk ishappy to help.

Counseling and Guidance
A bilingual counselor offers advice regarding difficulties you may
have such as adjusting to life in Japan, academic studies, andcareer guidance for your future after university. Also, an international ISP faculty member is appointed as the home room teacher
for successful applicants to liaise with them prior to arrival.

Accommodation
Rooms in university owned dormitories are offered to ISP students
for the initial 6 months. These include social communal areas,
kitchens and washing amenities. Although Sapporo is ranked as
one of the most desirable cities in Japan to live in, the cost ofliving is especially low for a city of its size.

We have an early graduation system that reduces the length of the Bachelor’s
component to 3.5 years for those who fulfill the requirements.

02

Physics

Physics

Chemistry

Studying physics in ISP is a challenging but highly rewarding journey.
1 WEEK SCHEDULE

Subjects Offered
Electromagnetism● Quantum Mechanics● Statistical Mechanics● Introductory Complex Function /Introductory Fourier Analysis● Modern Physics● Introductory Data Analysis● Introductory Computer Programming● Classical Mechanics

Courses

Biology●Dragan SALAKManagementSkills

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3THU
NuclearPhysics

Theory ofFields

Relativity

Graduation
ResearchMeetingSpecialLaboratory
Lecture on
Meeting
Quantumand Seminar
Mechanics
Special functions

ResearchWork inPhysics Ⅱ4FRI5

For as long as I can remember, I wanted to understand how the world works. In the ISP,I can study that while attending one of the most prestigious universities in Japan, while
being able to enjoy the natural beauty of Hokkaido. I am most interested in particle physics
and cosmology and the university provides many opportunities for me to learn more about
the topics, from classes to special seminars, conducted by professors from other universities. While the program is conducted in English, I also have an opportunity to join lectures
conducted in Japanese to broaden my knowledge and interact with Japanese students.
There are many opportunities to make friends, both in the physics department and outsideof it, so we can encourage each other and study together. Hokkaido also provides many
opportunities for fun, both in summer and winter, with its vast natural beauty.

Republicof Slovenia

Introductory
Japanese

1 DAY SCHEDULE
8:00

Arindam DAS

Understanding Science and Enjoying Hokkaido.
TimJERIC

9:00 9:30

BreakfastCalculus

Condensed Matter
Physics Structure ofSolids and group theory

2WED
Astrophysics

Welcome to the physics branch of ISP! After one semester of general education, students in our department begin a journey through the world of physics by studying the core subjects, such as mechanics,
thermodynamics, and electromagnetism. These are the pillars of classical physics and studying them whiledeveloping the skills in high-level mathematics is essential to prepare for more advanced topics of quantum
mechanics, statistical mechanics, and relativity. The journey then leads to even more exotic specialized
subjects, such as the physics of atoms and subatomic particles, condensed matter physics, astrophysics
and high energy physics theory and phenomenology (neutrinos, multi-messenger, dark matter, gravitational
waves and colliders). The program is designed to equip students with a solid knowledge in physics, skills in
critical thinking, and to prepare them for a variety of possible careers in academia and industry.

SpecialSkills

Business
SkillsMathematics

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Faculty Members

StudentVoice

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ISP Specialized Subjects ：Physics*The subjects and the time table are just an example and subject to change.

Study a wide range of subjects
for the initial six months and then find thefield you want to focus on
from Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Develop logical thinking ability andbeneficial knowledge for your future
career through fulfilling minor subjects:
Mathematics, Special Skills, etc.

LinearAlgebra

Fall-Winter semester 4th year

Laboratory Exercises● Nuclear Physics● Elementary Particle Physics● Relativity● Theory of Fields● Astrophysics● Condensed Matter Physics● Research Work
● Special Lectures…, etc.

●10:30Homeworkin the lab

Headingto university

12:00

School
2nd13:00Lunch

16:15

School

3rd

4th

19:00

Work in the lab

21:00

Go home,Dinner

24:00

TAKE A
LOOK ATSTUDENT'S
PRIVATE
LIFE

Relax orFinish workfor school

Stay in the laboratory for a few
hours for preparation and review
and having a chat with classmates.

I like to go cycling and as such, some of myfavourite memories are from visiting places around
Sapporo with my bicycle.
04

Chemistry

BiologyStand on our ISP stage to explore the Chemistry World.

Biology is an interdisciplinary field, with many opportunities.
1 WEEK SCHEDULE

Subjects Offered●●●●●●●Physical Chemistry●

Organic Chemistry●

Inorganic Chemistry●Analytical Chemistry

Laboratory WorkMON

Practice in
Computational Chemistry
Special Lectures…, etc.

Biological Chemistry1

Statistical
MechanicsⅠ

2

Seminar in
PhysicalStatistical
Chemistry B
MechanicsⅠ
Laboratory
Work inChemistry A

3

Literature Survey

4

Research Work

TUE

5Laboratory
Work inChemistry A

WEDTHU

FRI●

Organic
Inorganic
Chemistry B Chemistry B●

Biodiversity
StudiesⅡ

Biodiversity
StudiesⅢ●

Laboratory
Work inChemistry A

Laboratory
Work inChemistry A●●●●●Elementary Elementary Elementary Elementary Elementary
Japanese Ⅳ Japanese Ⅳ Japanese Ⅳ Japanese Ⅳ Japanese Ⅳ

ISP Common Courses ：Physics
Biology
Liberal Arts
*The subjects and the time table are just an example and subject to change.

●●●Biodiversity Studies

The ISP has general chemistry courses for the first-year students, opening the first
door of the colorful world of chemistry. Common subjects such as Physical Chemistry,Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry and Analytical Chemistry offer whole spectrumof theories of chemistry from basic concepts to advanced skills. Laboratory Work inChemistry is designed to reinforce the theories by realizing them in experiments. TheDepartment of Chemistry also offers elective subjects for the comprehensive study inspecific branches of chemistry. Our integrated-skill pedagogy aims for the stepping-up ofthe future careers in both academia and industry.

Kazakhstan

Functional Biology

10:30

Preparation
and Review atthe University

05

12:00

School2nd

Environmental Molecular Biology

1

Laboratory Courses:
Systematic Botany, Systematic Zoology,
Ecology, Genetics, Cell Structure and Function,
Environmental Biology, Behavioral Neurobiology,
Animal Development, Marine Biology, Phycology

2●

Systematics and Taxonomy

MONBiostatistics●

Readings of the Scientific Literature

Biological Science Techniques●Cell Function and Structure
Behavioral Neurobiology

Reproductive andDevelopmental Biology●Environmental Biology●

Molecular Genetics

Ecological Surveys of Biodiversity in Forests
Field Course in Marine Ecology…, etc.

Systematics and Evolution

TUE

WED

THU

FRI

Environmental
Biology II
Systematic and Cell Function
Taxonomy IIand Structure II

Laboratory
Laboratory
Laboratory
Laboratory
Laboratory
Course in Cell Course in Cell Course in Cell Course in Cell Course in Cell
Structure and Structure and Structure and Structure and Structure and4
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Function/
Function/
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Environmental Environmental Environmental Environmental Environmental
Biology
Biology
Biology
Biology
Biology53

ISP Specialized Subjects ：Biology*The subjects and the time table are just an example and subject to change.

Ruifeng
ZHOU

13:00

LunchSchool
4th

5th

19:00

Go home,Dinner

22:00

Homework

Enjoy Japanese lesson
with classmates

MarcelPascal BEIER

Michael
SCHLEYER"Nothing in Biology Makes Sense Except in the Light of Evolution” — Theodosius Dobzhansky 1973

Student
Voice

Build your science future at ISP.

23:00

Myanmar

9:30

Breakfast
This picture of shrine was taken on
the top of Mount Moiwa. Mount
Moiwa is one of the most famous
mountains in Sapporo.

TAKE A
LOOK ATSTUDENT'S
PRIVATE
LIFE

1 DAY SCHEDULE
8:30

Personaltime

Studying in the ISP at one of the top universities in Japan has not only allowed
me to explore different areas of science but also develop skills to apply in my futurescience career. Hands-on laboratory experience, a big part of ISP, has given me theopportunity to apply science concepts learned in class and immerse myself in anenvironment that differs from that of a typical classroom. Furthermore, since labclasses are conducted together with everyone, I’ve had the chance the interact withJapanese students who are as passionate about science as I am.
As someone who dreams of becoming a scientist and studying in Japan, ISP isthe ideal program for me.

NANG
Moon Siri

TAKE A
LOOK ATSTUDEN
T'S
PRIVATE
LIFE

18:00

3rd

Kevin
WAKEMAN

Biology is rooted in the study of life on Earth. At its core, this field seeks to address living systems
across fundamental units: the cell (cell biology), individual organisms (physiology and functionalbiology), and the relationships between organisms and ecosystems (Ecology). To this end, the ISP at
Hokkaido University is focused on the education of students broadly interested in the biological sciences.
In the first years of the program, students in the Biology stream will take courses and labs focused on thebasics of biodiversity, cell biology, functional biology, and ecology. In the final year(s), students will join alaboratory, and conduct intensive independent research in fulfillment of a Bachelors and Masters degree.

The ISP provides an opportunity to combine science and Japanese language
studies. From my teenage years, I began to get more and more interested inJapanese culture, in particular anime and Japanese music. Since then, I havedreamed of visiting Japan and the ISP gave me this opportunity. Most of thelessons in the ISP are taught in English, which is extremely unique to theJapanese Bachelor's degree. However, you will have to study hard to masterthe curriculum. If you are ready to challenge yourself, then the ISP program isfor you!

1 DAY SCHEDULE

Breakfast

Fernando
ARTEAGAARTEAGA

Experiencing the life and science in Japan with ISP.
Aituar
TULIPKALIYEV

8:45●Fall-Winter semester 4th year

Brain, Behavior and Evolution

Faculty Members

StudentVoice

8:00●Cell Biology

Faculty Members

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1 WEEK SCHEDULE

Subjects Offered

Fall-Winter semester 2nd year

10:30

12:00

SchoolReviewing forclasses for the day

2nd

13:00

lunch

Heading
to university

18:00

3rdSchool
4th

5th

19:15

Go home,Dinner

22:00

Study

Do fun experiments in Akkeshi
marine station (a laboratory
course that I've chosen.)

24:00

Free time(read books,play games)
I got the chance to participate in the marine
ecology field course at Akkeshi marine station andenjoy the beautiful sunset from the eastern coast ofHokkaido.
06

Voice of Graduate
My experience at the ISP

Ranjani RAJAGOPAL
Graduate School of Science / India

I graduated from the Bachelor’s program last year and am currently enrolled in the Graduate School of Science at
Hokkaido University. The small class size and seminar style classes in the ISP Bachelor's program are ideal forstudents aiming to become researchers. Students can make the most out of the ISP Master’s program by learning
additional skills essential for researchers such as creative thinking, problem solving and proposal writing at ‘NitobeCollege’. Through my experience at Nitobe College, I also gained hands-on experience on applying and honing softskills like leadership and collaboration. In addition, Nitobe College also
gives you access to a wide alumni network and mentors which opens you
to an ocean of opportunities beyond your field of study.
I completed both the Foundation Program and the Honors Program for
Graduate Students at Nitobe College and was selected to represent myclass at the completion ceremony. Nitobe College has facilitated immense
personal and professional growth for me. I would highly recommend ISP toanyone who wants to become a researcher with well-rounded soft skills.

Nitobe College completion ceremony*Completing the Foundation Program for Graduate Students of the Nitobe College is one of the requirements for the completion of ISP.
Nitobe College: https://nitobe-college.academic.hokudai.ac.jp/en/

Integrated Science Program at
Hokkaido University
Kita17,Nishi 8,Kita-ku,Sapporo,Hokkaido,060-0817, JAPAN
Integrated Science Program Office

isp@oia.hokudai.ac.jp +81-(0)11-706-8049

Admission Center ( for admission inquiries )

adm-isp@academic.hokudai.ac.jp +81-(0)11-706-8045

For more details,please visit
our website.
Hokkaido University’s
Integrated Science Program@ISPHokudai

isp.hokkaido

https://www.oia.hokudai.ac.jp/isp/

Updated in March, 2024