Kanazawa University
National

Kanazawa University

金沢大学  (Kanazawa Daigaku) 

Graduate School of Law

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Division of Legal Affairs
Professional Degree Program
3
Juris Doctor
(Juris Doctor)
Division of Law and Politics
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Master(Law)/Master(Politics))
Academic Calendar

Professional Degree Program

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

Master's Program

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
Professional Degree Program
Unavailable


Master's Program
Available


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)


Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Overview
Link
Application Form
Link
School Brochures
Link
School Features
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class
Available
Link
Curriculum Policy of Institution
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
Link up to 2 wks / 1 mo
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Other Study Abroad Programs
Link 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
  • Qualification for Taking the Bar Examination
Link

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
58
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
12 46

Number of International Students by Nationality

Master's Program

Number of Spring Admissions
4
Number of Spring International Admissions
3
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
4
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
5 (2)
Completion Rate in 2024
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Professional Degree Program

Number of Spring Admissions
10
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
3 (0)
Completion Rate in 2024
42.9 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
36
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    58:36

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
17
11
1
0
29
80
Female
5
2
0
0
7
19
International Faculty
1
1
2

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

Master's Program

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
1
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
4

Professional Degree Program

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
0
Main Pathways for International Students
(株)ローソン
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
1
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
Career Support
Available
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Campus Location

Campus
Kakuma
Kakumamachi Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Suburban
Facilities and Services
  • Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms)
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • Rest areas
  • Computer rooms
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Halal food provided in the cafeteria and elsewhere (certified Halal)
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
  • Places for worship (Qibla not indicated / washing place available)

Third-party Quality Assurance

Program Accreditation
  • Law School (Professional Degree)

    Certified Evaluation and Accreditation of Law School - NIAD-QE (2023)

Entrance Exam for International Students

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Special Examination in English
Link
International Student Special Selection
Link
The Special Selection for International Partner Universities in Taiwan
Link
The Special Selection for the Graduates of Research and Education Centers for Japanese Law
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • Time for exam extended by 1.5 times or 1.3 times
  • Permission to take exam in Braille; use of question sheets with a font that is 1.4 times larger and paper sheets that are twice as large; use of a magnifying glass; etc.
  • Consideration given to location of exam room (e.g., distance from restroom and elevator)
  • Other special measures such as use of walking sticks, hearing aids, wheelchairs, and specially made desks, etc.
Transfer within the Institution
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
  • Levels in Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N1)
  • Levels in Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N2)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
  • Requires English language proficiency (IELTS)
Remarks
  • Online application available
  • 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. / Nov. / Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

Master's Program

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • Recommendation from attached school

Professional Degree Program

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 04 2024

Professional Degree Program

(法務専攻)
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 804,000 yen / Min: 804,000 yen
Second Year   Max: 804,000 yen / Min: 804,000 yen
Third Year   Max: 804,000 yen / Min: 804,000 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Other Charges
First Year   7,520 yen
Link

Master's Program

法学・政治学専攻
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   5,030 yen
Link
Other Charges
First Year   2,430 yen
Link
Other Charges
First Year   1,340 yen
Link
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