The Primate Research Institute (PRI) of Kyoto University founded the Center for International Collaboration and Advanced Studies in Primatology (CICASP) on April 1st, 2009. Through CICASP, our interdepartmental program in primatology and wildlife science promotes international collaboration in research and education, focusing on the mind, body, ecology, conservation, and genome of primates and other wildlife, to understand the evolutionary origins of human nature and foster beter stewardship of the planet and its diverse inhabitants. CICASP provides the necessary gateway for international students to study primatology and wildlife research at the prestigious Kyoto University.
The graduate program in Primatology and Wildlife Research focuses on the study of non-human primates and other wild animals to promote their conservation, health and welfare, and advance our understanding of wildlife and human nature. Graduate students enroll in either the MSc or PhD course with one of the existing sections at the Center for the Evolutionary Origins of Human Behavior, the Wildlife Research Center (WRC), the Center for Ecological Research or the Kyoto University Museum. Both degrees are research-focused, but master’s students are also required to complete a set of courses and training programs in English.
PRI is a perfect place to study chimpanzee cognition! The environment is great for both chimpanzees and human researchers. Chimpanzees have large outdoor compound with many species of trees planted, and tall towers for them to climb and play. Human researchers are encouraged...
