24 monthsProgramme duration
5,824 USDTuition Fee/year
Sep, AprStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Graduate Programs in Global Studies （GPGS ） focuses on the study of exploring transnational processes and their historical context in the contemporary world. Its English-taught curriculum combines the perspectives and methods of academic disciplines with a cross-cultural understanding of Japan and other regions of the world. Through mentoring and coursework, students acquire the skills to conduct research on topics tailored to their individual academic interests and career goals.
GPGS faculty members hold advanced degrees from leading universities and are internationally active researchers. The curriculum is supported by affiliated professors from other postgraduate programs in the university, as well as adjunct professors. These lecturers represent over a dozen nationalities, ensuring rich and diverse viewpoints and experiences. Each semester up to fifteen applicants are admitted to the M.A. programs and one or two applicants are admitted to the Ph.D. programs. The student body consists of international students and Japanese nationals from a variety of cultural backgrounds. In addition, a small number of students are admitted each year as MEXT （Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology ） research fellows, wishing to continue on to the M.A. or Ph.D. programs. The small number of students ensures close student-faculty interaction.
Curriculum
Five types of degrees are offered in the M.A. and Ph.D. in the GPGS focusing on the study of global issues from both social science and humanities perspectives.
The interdisciplinary courses and students’ research of the M.A. and Ph.D. in Global Studies cover topics such as Japanese politics, climate change, international relations, democracy and the media, human rights, religion, racism, health, gender, emotionalism, immigration, citizenship, and food studies. The M.A. in International Business and Development Studies focuses on the acquisition of analytical skills to deal with a range of contemporary global business and development issues, with an emphasis on Japan and other Asian regions. The M.A. and Ph.D. in Japanese Studies provides an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to the study of both historical and contemporary aspects of Japanese history, literature, religion, visual culture, and society.
The master’s degree has two tracks, each with different requirements for graduation. Students in the thesis track write a research thesis while those in the credit track complete a graduation project. The selection of the track takes place after a student matriculate in the program. Those wishing to join the thesis track must apply at the beginning of the second semester, subject to academic merit, availability of a mentor for the proposed topic, and a successful thesis proposal. The breadth of experience and research interests of the faculty members, together with the small size of the program, allows students greater freedom in course selection. In consultation with faculty members, students can choose courses designed to suit their individual interests and to further develop their expertise in their chosen fields.
After completing the M.A. students find careers in a wide range of fields in Japan and abroad, including the public and private sectors, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations.
GPGS faculty members hold advanced degrees from leading universities and are internationally active researchers. The curriculum is supported by affiliated professors from other postgraduate programs in the university, as well as adjunct professors. These lecturers represent over a dozen nationalities, ensuring rich and diverse viewpoints and experiences. Each semester up to fifteen applicants are admitted to the M.A. programs and one or two applicants are admitted to the Ph.D. programs. The student body consists of international students and Japanese nationals from a variety of cultural backgrounds. In addition, a small number of students are admitted each year as MEXT （Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology ） research fellows, wishing to continue on to the M.A. or Ph.D. programs. The small number of students ensures close student-faculty interaction.
Curriculum
Five types of degrees are offered in the M.A. and Ph.D. in the GPGS focusing on the study of global issues from both social science and humanities perspectives.
The interdisciplinary courses and students’ research of the M.A. and Ph.D. in Global Studies cover topics such as Japanese politics, climate change, international relations, democracy and the media, human rights, religion, racism, health, gender, emotionalism, immigration, citizenship, and food studies. The M.A. in International Business and Development Studies focuses on the acquisition of analytical skills to deal with a range of contemporary global business and development issues, with an emphasis on Japan and other Asian regions. The M.A. and Ph.D. in Japanese Studies provides an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to the study of both historical and contemporary aspects of Japanese history, literature, religion, visual culture, and society.
The master’s degree has two tracks, each with different requirements for graduation. Students in the thesis track write a research thesis while those in the credit track complete a graduation project. The selection of the track takes place after a student matriculate in the program. Those wishing to join the thesis track must apply at the beginning of the second semester, subject to academic merit, availability of a mentor for the proposed topic, and a successful thesis proposal. The breadth of experience and research interests of the faculty members, together with the small size of the program, allows students greater freedom in course selection. In consultation with faculty members, students can choose courses designed to suit their individual interests and to further develop their expertise in their chosen fields.
After completing the M.A. students find careers in a wide range of fields in Japan and abroad, including the public and private sectors, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Area Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Graduate Programs in Global Studies （GPGS ） focuses on the study of exploring transnational processes and their historical context in the contemporary world. Its English-taught curriculum combines the perspectives and methods of academic disciplines with a cross-cultural understanding of Japan and other regions of the world. Through mentoring and coursework, students acquire the skills to conduct research on topics tailored to their individual academic interests and career goals.
GPGS faculty members hold advanced degrees from leading universities and are internationally active researchers. The curriculum is supported by affiliated professors from other postgraduate programs in the university, as well as adjunct professors. These lecturers represent over a dozen nationalities, ensuring rich and diverse viewpoints and experiences. Each semester up to fifteen applicants are admitted to the M.A. programs and one or two applicants are admitted to the Ph.D. programs. The student body consists of international students and Japanese nationals from a variety of cultural backgrounds. In addition, a small number of students are admitted each year as MEXT （Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology ） research fellows, wishing to continue on to the M.A. or Ph.D. programs. The small number of students ensures close student-faculty interaction.
Curriculum
Five types of degrees are offered in the M.A. and Ph.D. in the GPGS focusing on the study of global issues from both social science and humanities perspectives.
The interdisciplinary courses and students’ research of the M.A. and Ph.D. in Global Studies cover topics such as Japanese politics, climate change, international relations, democracy and the media, human rights, religion, racism, health, gender, emotionalism, immigration, citizenship, and food studies. The M.A. in International Business and Development Studies focuses on the acquisition of analytical skills to deal with a range of contemporary global business and development issues, with an emphasis on Japan and other Asian regions. The M.A. and Ph.D. in Japanese Studies provides an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to the study of both historical and contemporary aspects of Japanese history, literature, religion, visual culture, and society.
The master’s degree has two tracks, each with different requirements for graduation. Students in the thesis track write a research thesis while those in the credit track complete a graduation project. The selection of the track takes place after a student matriculate in the program. Those wishing to join the thesis track must apply at the beginning of the second semester, subject to academic merit, availability of a mentor for the proposed topic, and a successful thesis proposal. The breadth of experience and research interests of the faculty members, together with the small size of the program, allows students greater freedom in course selection. In consultation with faculty members, students can choose courses designed to suit their individual interests and to further develop their expertise in their chosen fields.
After completing the M.A. students find careers in a wide range of fields in Japan and abroad, including the public and private sectors, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations.
GPGS faculty members hold advanced degrees from leading universities and are internationally active researchers. The curriculum is supported by affiliated professors from other postgraduate programs in the university, as well as adjunct professors. These lecturers represent over a dozen nationalities, ensuring rich and diverse viewpoints and experiences. Each semester up to fifteen applicants are admitted to the M.A. programs and one or two applicants are admitted to the Ph.D. programs. The student body consists of international students and Japanese nationals from a variety of cultural backgrounds. In addition, a small number of students are admitted each year as MEXT （Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology ） research fellows, wishing to continue on to the M.A. or Ph.D. programs. The small number of students ensures close student-faculty interaction.
Curriculum
Five types of degrees are offered in the M.A. and Ph.D. in the GPGS focusing on the study of global issues from both social science and humanities perspectives.
The interdisciplinary courses and students’ research of the M.A. and Ph.D. in Global Studies cover topics such as Japanese politics, climate change, international relations, democracy and the media, human rights, religion, racism, health, gender, emotionalism, immigration, citizenship, and food studies. The M.A. in International Business and Development Studies focuses on the acquisition of analytical skills to deal with a range of contemporary global business and development issues, with an emphasis on Japan and other Asian regions. The M.A. and Ph.D. in Japanese Studies provides an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to the study of both historical and contemporary aspects of Japanese history, literature, religion, visual culture, and society.
The master’s degree has two tracks, each with different requirements for graduation. Students in the thesis track write a research thesis while those in the credit track complete a graduation project. The selection of the track takes place after a student matriculate in the program. Those wishing to join the thesis track must apply at the beginning of the second semester, subject to academic merit, availability of a mentor for the proposed topic, and a successful thesis proposal. The breadth of experience and research interests of the faculty members, together with the small size of the program, allows students greater freedom in course selection. In consultation with faculty members, students can choose courses designed to suit their individual interests and to further develop their expertise in their chosen fields.
After completing the M.A. students find careers in a wide range of fields in Japan and abroad, including the public and private sectors, academic institutions, and non-profit organizations.
Admission Requirements
Those who possess excellent ability in English, relevant academic accomplishments, a sense of purpose, expository writing ability, and who are highly recommended by former research advisors and/or other mentors with whom they have worked for a significant qualification
2 Years
Sep
Apr
Tuition fees
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5,824 USD
International
5,824 USD
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