Ibaraki University
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Ibaraki University

茨城大学  (Ibaraki Daigaku)  / IU

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Major in Humanities
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Arts)
Major in Social Sciences
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Arts)
Academic Calendar

Master's Program

Academic Calendar: semester / quarter
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Sep.
List of Courses and Schedule
Syllabus
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
Master's Program
Unavailable


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
College of Humanities and Social Sciences Student Affairs Group
+81-29-228-8106
hum-gakumu[at]ml.ibaraki.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
Application Form
Link
School Brochures
Link
School Features
Criteria for Awarding Degrees
Supplementary Japanese Language Class

Curriculum Policy of Institution
Japanese Language Course at an Affiliated School (Separate Admission Process for the University)
Available
Link
Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
44
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
13 31

Number of International Students by Nationality

Master's Program

Number of Spring Admissions
21
Number of Spring International Admissions
8
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
3
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
23 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
91.3 %
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)

    44:84

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
38
16
8
1
63
75
Female
7
7
6
20
23
International Faculty
1
1
1

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

Master's Program

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
1
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
16
Main Pathways for International Students
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
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)
  • Internships/training in Japan (Convert not to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert not to credit)
Career Support
Available
Link
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 09 2023

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
留学生専門教育選抜
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.
  • Sign-language interpreter, helper available
  • 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
  • Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU): Japanese as a Foreign Language
  • Levels in Japanese Language Proficiency Test (N2)
  • Requires English language proficiency (Any other English Proficiency level Equipment to Entrance Qualification (not specified))
Remarks
  • Examination fees and other charges payable by credit card or online payment system
Application Timing
Feb. / Mar. / Jul. / Sep. / Nov.

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

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 09 2023

Master's Program

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min:  yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min:  yen
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
47,750 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
27,349 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
5,081 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 09 2023

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)
Available
Details