Benefits of registering ToTAL
Master’s program benefits
There are benefits to enrolling in ToTAL whether or not you go on to a doctoral program.
Received a “Leadership Focus Certificate” issued by ToTAL
You can learn from a variety of teachers who make up the Institute
An environment where you can learn from each other beyond the framework of the school, specialty and nationality
Writing what you are learning at ToTAL on your resume will increase your impact
Student Reflections
More opportunities for communication!
I was worried that the place of communication tends to be limited to the laboratory, but I was inspired by the fact that ToTAL allows us to interact across specialized fields and many international students are registered.
What I learned at ToTAL was directly related to my job hunting activities!
The self-analysis and group discussions I engaged in during ToTAL classes were put to good use in my job hunting activities.
Benefits of PhD
Awarded a special doctoral degree stating “Leadership Education Course Completion”
Support for domestic and overseas off-campus project expenses for 3 months
Tuition fee exemption from the first year of doctoral course (*Support after AY 2026 is to be decided.)
Student Reflections
Thanks to the financial support, I was able to participate in the United Nations Internship!
ToTAL supported* my expenses for a UN internship in Tajikistan. It was an eye-opening adventure that put me in a way of life that was completely different from my everyday life in Japan.
*The off-campus project is eligible for ToTAL PhD students who passed the Qualifying Examination.
As a TA, I gained a lot of experience in conducting classes!
As a TA, I was entrusted with the conduct of classes, and by practicing speaking in front of people, I became less anxious when presenting at academic conferences.
I was able to consult with seniors about pursuing a doctoral degree!
I was able to build strong ties with my seniors and colleagues who were with me as a TA, and I was able to discuss any concerns I had about pursuing a doctoral degree.