Tohoku University
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Tohoku University

東北大学  (Tohoku University) 

Graduate School of Arts and Letters

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Japanese Studies
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts)
Japanesee Studies
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy(Letters))
Japanesee Studies
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy(Academic))
Global Humanities
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts)
Global Humanities
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy(Letters))
Global Humanities
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy(Academic))
Integrated Human Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts)
Integrated Human Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy(Letters))
Integrated Human Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy(Academic))
Academic Calendar

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

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Degree Programs Offered in English
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Education and Student Affairs Section

Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
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 Programs from Japan
Link 1 mo
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Other Study Abroad Programs
Link 1 mo / 3 mos / 6 mos / 1 yr
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
416
Students

Students

Local Students
416

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
41
Number of Spring International Admissions
15
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
38 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
50 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

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

Number of Spring Admissions
83
Number of Spring International Admissions
41
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
34
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
84 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
90.2 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Faculty

As of May 1, 2023

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
84
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    416:84

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
44
16
6
2
68
80
Female
3
7
6
16
19
International Faculty
2
3
1
6
7

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
25

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
22
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
39
Main Pathways for International Students
日本国内…学校教育、情報通信業、電子部品・デバイス、運輸業・郵便業等/母国…学校教育、情報通信業、建設業、小売業、生活サービス・娯楽業
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
11
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/training in Japan (Convert not to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert not to credit)
Career Support
Available
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Entrance Exam for International Students

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
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 methods of answering (can answer by check marks, writing, or writing done by another on behalf of the test-taker)
  • 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
Remarks
Application Timing

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

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

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 05 2022

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
Admission Fee
282,000 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
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
56,273 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 05 2022

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