Faculty of
Science Division I

The basic sciences are the most fundamental discipline in the domain of science, as they explores the truths and laws that lie at the root of the natural world. Each department in the Faculty of Science Division I emphasizes fundamental education and research, dedicating ample time to helping students acquire advanced specialized knowledge. At the same time, the faculty is also focused on cultivating a broad, liberal arts education that fosters human potential beyond just the sciences. This is because Tokyo University of Science seeks to produce individuals who can excel in diverse fields, which includes the humanities and social sciences.

Not only do the basic sciences form the foundation of engineering, which makes up the technologies used in the world, but in an increasing number of cases, the fundamental disciplines encompassed by science are being directly applied in industrial society to accelerate innovation, such as in quantum computing. In addition, interdisciplinary approaches are needed in fields such as mathematics, which forms the basis of machine learning that underpins AI technology; atmospheric physics and geophysics, which hold the key to solving climate change problems; and chemistry and materials science, which are fundamental to developing environmentally friendly materials or highly efficient energy devices for realizing a sustainable society. In the future, the basic sciences will play a crucial role in addressing the common themes, and social challenges, facing humanity. In the Faculty of Science Division I, we also place importance on academic disciplines and research adjacent to one's specialization, rather than being limited to one's specific field or research area. We also have interdisciplinary research organizations within the university that bridge the gap between individual departments. And, in recent years, we have been incorporating new approaches, such as developing policies based on student survey feedback and trying flipped learning, as part of an ongoing effort to improve our daily instruction.