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Clare Hall, University of Cambridge
Summer Visiting Students Program

https://www.ice.cam.ac.uk/courses/international-summer-programmes/summer-programme-language-requirements&nbspFounded in 1209, as one of the oldest universities in the world, University of Cambridge which leads academic communities features the traditional British college system and a self-governing community by scholars. Clare Hall is one of the 31 colleges on campus. The most important policy is accepting scholars of various fields from around the world, and providing a place for them to think to expand their study and research. This program is based on the agreement between Clare Hall and RCAST regarding summer visiting students in 2011, for students of the Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies. It aims to deepen students' knowledge and build networks.

2025 Application Requirements

Eligibility	Primarily students in the RCAST Department of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies. *This course gives you the credit of Leadership-talent Growth Program II "English in Advanced Science and Technology". Registration is necessary.
Aim	Participation in the Ignite Program run by the Judge Business School, the University of Cambridge (UCam) or the International Summer Program run by Institute for Continuing Education, UCam, and academic research exchanges in UCam laboratories. *Partnerships are negotiated on an individual basis.
Accommodation	Clare Hall, graduate college at the University of Cambridge, established in 1965
No. of Students	2 (by selection process) *2 students (2016), 3 students (2017), 2 students (2018), 1 student (2019), 2 students (2022) 2 students (2023) 2 students and 1 postdoc (2024)
Duration	One month including the lecture period of the Ignite Programme or International Summer Programme Arrangements for specific days will be made by Clare Hall. No change of dates will be permitted except in case of force majeure.
Cost	RCAST will cover the following actual costs: Travel expenses, transportation to and from the airport by public transportation, accommodation, and tuition for the Ignite Programme or International Summer Programme. *No daily allowance will be provided, as stipulated in the University of Tokyo Travel Expense Regulations.
Requirements	Plan academic exchanges with laboratories within the University of Cambridge and submit a timetable to the Strategic Planning Office. The participants must submit a research activity written and oral report after returning. (Refer to the past reports on the website) Delegates must support as tutors for the following year’s delegates. Ability to discuss and present in English. English language eligibility criteria for International Summer Programme applicants (scores valid for 4 years retroactively from the date of application) are listed in the table below: * English qualification is not required depending on your career, i.e., research within an English-speaking country, etc. (Table) International Summer Programmes English Language Eligibility Criteria
Documents	• Curriculum Vitae with photograph (Any style) • Summer Visiting Students Program Application Form (Form 1) (Available at https://www.ais.rcast.u-tokyo.ac.jp/en/forstudents/clarehall.html) • Certificate of English ability as referred above if you will attend International Summer Programme. *In the case of acceptance, recommendation letter in English from the supervisor is required. (Form 2)
Deadline	February 26th, 2025
Screening Process	(First screening) Oral presentation at the Management Strategy Meeting (Second screening) Oral presentation of business plan reviewed by faculty of Judge Business school *No second screening will be applied for International Summer Programme applicants (Third screening) Document Review by Clare Hall Faculty, University of Cambridge Acceptance or rejection will be communicated through the supervisor. Note • Interviews and guidance on research exchange plans by a faculty as an intent
Note	• Interviews and guidance on research exchange plans by a faculty as an intention survey • If you wish to visit a laboratory or other facility outside the University of Cambridge, please be sure to consult with the Corporate Strategy Planning Office prior to application. * One-way transportation expenses (airfare and public transportation) and accommodation expenses for visits to research facilities outside the University of Cambridge are the responsibility of the applicant's laboratory and must be discussed in advance. • Any additions or changes to the site visited between the time of application and review should be reported to the Strategic Planning Office immediately.