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Campus Life

Student Counseling

Student Counseling

  • Reception: Tel 029-853-2415 (from 9:00 to 17:00) (appointment necessary)
  • Consultation by telephone: Tel 029-853-2406 (from 9:00 to 17:00)
  • Professional counselorsr are available to discuss various problems with the students.
Immigration

International Student Counseling

The International Student Consulting Room is here to provide support to all international students at the University of Tsukuba. You may walk in when a consultant is available, but you may also make an appointment by email to secure a consultation timeslot for you. Please send an email in English or Japanese to make a reservation; please include your name, affiliation and state the issue you want consultation about. Consultation will be kept in strict confidence.

International student advisors, academic advisors are available to advise students on any problems.

Immigration
  • T. An
    (Clinical psychologist) (Japanese, Chinese,English) Faculty of Human Sciences
    Message: When you feel worried, helpless, or not motivated, I am here to hear you out and offer you support.
  • T. Takemori
    （Japanese、English）
    Message: Need a listening ear? Come talk to me.
  • T. J. Chow
    (Clinical psychologist)(Japanese, Chinese・Cantonese, English)
    Message: If you like to have a safe and confidential space to express yourself,
    please don't hesitate to reach out and arrange an appointment with me.
  • R. Funaki
    (Clinical psychologist) (Japanese, English)
    Message: Living abroad gives you both fun and stress. We can talk to find a way to adjust the situation or can just have a chat to reduce your stress!
Mon.

T. An　10:00-16:00

R. Funaki　10:00-16:00　in-person once a month
Tue. T. An　10:00-16:00
T. J. Chow　10:30-15:30　online every two weeks
Wed. T. J. Chow　10:30-15:30
Thu. T. Takemori　14:00-18:00
Fri. T. Takemori　14:00-18:00

Counseling on Academic & Daily Life

Academic life issues

  • Academic advisor
  • Admission to continue studies at a higher level, etc.

Daily life and adjustment issues

  • Intercultural adjustment
  • Immigration
  • Friendship
  • Residence hall, etc.

Financial issues

  • Tuition, Living expenses, Scholarship, etc.

Mental and physical health issues

  • Sleeplessness, anxiety, depression etc.*