Tohoku University
National

Tohoku University

東北大学  (Tohoku University) 

Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Overview

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

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

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

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
Link
Syllabus
Link
List of Courses and Schedule
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link


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


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


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Education Affairs Section
81-22-795-6803
pharm-kyom@grp.tohoku.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Overview
Link
Application Form
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 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

Link
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • Pharmacist

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
196
Students

Students

Number of International Undergraduate Students Local Students
1 176

Number of International Students by Nationality

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
17
Number of Spring International Admissions
2
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
16 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
6
Number of Spring International Admissions
1
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
0 (3)
Completion Rate in 2023
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023
0.75 %

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

Number of Spring Admissions
68
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
6
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
58 (1)
Completion Rate in 2023
98.4 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023
0.50 %

Faculty

As of May 1, 2023

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
65
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    196:65

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
19
8
6
17
3
53
81
Female
1
3
5
1
10
15
International Faculty
1
1
2
3

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)
14

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
17
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
39
Main Pathways for International Students
日本国内…学校教育
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
2
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

As at 06th 10 2024

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
博士課程前期2年の課程外国人留学生等特別選抜
博士課程後期3年の課程外国人留学生等特別選抜
医療薬学専攻博士課程(薬学履修課程)外国人留学生等特別選抜
薬学研究科国際大学院コース
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
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Eligible to Apply
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
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • Transfer between schools

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 10 2020

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

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

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 10 2020

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
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details