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Kanazawa University

金沢大学  (Kanazawa Daigaku) 

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Graduate School of Medical Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Division of Medical Science
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Master(Medical Sciences))
Division of Medicine
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(Doctor(Medical Sciences))
Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Master(Pharmaceutical Sciences))
Division of Health Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Master(Health Sciences))
Division of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor(Pharmaceutical Sciences))
Division of Pharmacy
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(Doctor(Pharmacy))
Division of Health Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor(Health Sciences))
Academic Calendar

Master's Program

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jul. / Oct. / Dec.

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jul. / Oct. / Dec.

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jul. / Oct. / Dec.

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jun. / Oct. / Dec.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jul. / Oct. / Dec.

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jul. / Oct. / Dec.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jun. / Oct. / Dec.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
Link
Syllabus
Link
List of Courses and Schedule
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
Master's Program
Available


First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Available


Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available


Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available



Available
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
Contact Info (for International Students)
金沢大学医薬保健系事務部学生課医学学務係
076-265-2121
t-daigakuin@adm.kanazawa-u.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Link
Brochures and App Form
Application Form
Link
School Features
Link
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
Japanese Language Course at an Affiliated School (Separate Admission Process for the University)

Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
up to 2 wks / 1 mo / 3 mos
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 3 mos / 6 mos / 1 yr
Other Study Abroad Programs
up to 2 wks / 1 mo / 3 mos / 6 mos / 1 yr
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Midwife

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
811
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
119 692

Number of International Students by Nationality

Master's Program
Number of Spring Admissions
11
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
5
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
11 (2)
Completion Rate in 2024
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
111
Number of Spring International Admissions
3
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
2
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
86 (4)
Completion Rate in 2024
91.1 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
23
Number of Spring International Admissions
3
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
30 (5)
Completion Rate in 2024
74 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024
100 %

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
46
Number of Spring International Admissions
4
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
6
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
47 (9)
Completion Rate in 2024
69.1 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024
80 %

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Link
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
354

  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    811:354

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)
Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
139
90
18
27
274
77
Female
32
31
0
17
80
22
International Faculty
2
8
10
2

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

Master's Program
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
6
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
5

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
26
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
59

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
33

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
1
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
38
Main Pathways for International Students
国立研究開発法人理化学研究所、国立大学法人金沢大学
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
4
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert to credit)
Career Support
Available
Voices of International Students
Link
International Alumni Networks

Link

Campus Location

Campus
Takaramachi-Tsuruma
13-1 Takaramachi Kanazawa-shi 5-11-80 Kodatsuno Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa Google Map
Access Map
Link
Location Type
Suburban
Facilities and Services
  • Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms)
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • Rest areas
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
  • Places for worship (Qibla not indicated / washing place available)

Entrance Exam for International Students

Admission Policy of Institution
Link
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Link
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
Transfer within the Institution
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
  • Requires English language proficiency (IELTS)
Remarks
  • Examination fees and other charges payable by credit card or online payment system
  • Travel to Japan not required before admission procedure
Application Timing
Jan. / May. / Jun. / Jul. / Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Master's Program

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 04 2024

Master's Program
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Other Charges
First Year   2,430 yen

First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Other Charges
First Year   2,790 yen

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Other Charges
First Year   3,620 yen

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Fourth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Other Charges
First Year   5,370 yen
Other Charges
First Year   4,150 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
49,465 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 04 2024

Late Payment Plan
Available
Installment Payment Plan
Available
Tuition Waivers
Student may Apply for Waiver or Reduction of Tuition
Link

Scholarships/Loans

Grants (All Students may Apply)
Available
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Available Link
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details

JASSO Website

Types of Professional Qualifications

For each acquirable professional qualification, the eligibility requirements such as prescribed curriculum or requirement for practical experience and the nationality requirement may differ.

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Total estimated costs

"Total estimated costs" is the total of tuition (maximum possible for first-year students × length of the course of study), entrance fees, other costs (lab fees, facility and equipment fees, student accident insurance for first-year students × length of the course of study), and main living expenses × 12 months × length of the course of study. Living expenses include housing expenses. NIAD-QE calculates a reference value of housing expenses based on the Campus Life Data Survey by University Co-op, which each university may change to reflect the actual conditions.

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Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)

Where there are several campuses, housing costs are calculated based on area the main campus is located in.

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Admission Fee

Fee charged when one is admitted as a qualified student and decides to be enrolled.

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MEXT Research Students Scholarship

  • Those who are enrolled in a master’s course, a doctoral course, or a professional graduate course at a graduate school.
  • Those who are conducting research in a specialized field at an undergraduate department, graduate school, institute attached to a university, etc. without the aim of completing the course, or who are receiving preparatory education in the Japanese language and other subjects prior to placement at the university, etc. (Excluding the Young Leaders Program(YLP) students or teacher training students.)
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Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

  • Double Degree Program: Programs for which multiple diplomas are awarded by completing learning at Japanese and foreign institutions using the credit transfer system.
  • Joint Degree Program: Programs for a single diploma jointly awarded by two or more institutions based on cooperation established by Japanese and foreign institutions.
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Tuition Waivers

Tuition waivers may be entire or partial.

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Grants (All Students may Apply)

Scholarships may include loans and grants.
This part shows scholarships limited to students of this program. However, other scholarships may be available at the institutional level. Check the university’s website for details.

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Number of Spring Admissions

See the section on "entry timing" for the availability of admissions other than in the spring.

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Location Type

  • Metropolitan: Tokyo 23 Wards, Cities, of those population are more than 500,000, designated by the government decree
  • Urban: Cities in Tokyo Metropolitan (other than 23 wards), Cities in Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo Prefecture except for those designated as underpopulated areas by the act.
  • Suburban: Other areas than Metropolitan or Urban

The above classifications are a guide suggested by NIAD-QE; each university chooses the classification for its own campus.

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