Kyoto University
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Kyoto University

京都大学  (Kyotodaigaku) 

Graduate School of Letters

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Literature
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Letters)
Philosophy
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Letters)
History
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Letters)
Behavioral Studies
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Letters)
Contemporary Culture
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Letters)
Kyoto University and Heidelberg University Joint Degree Master of Arts Program in Transcultural Studies
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Arts (M.A.) in Transcultural Studies)
Literature
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Letters)
Philosophy
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Letters)
History
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Letters)
Behavioral Studies
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Letters)
Contemporary Culture
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Letters)
Academic Calendar
List of Courses and Schedule
Syllabus
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
Master's Program
Available
Link


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)


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
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
469
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
113 356

Master's Program

Number of Spring Admissions
103
Number of Spring International Admissions
27
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
43
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
94 (24)
Completion Rate in 2023
95 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
44
Number of Spring International Admissions
10
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
47 (8)
Completion Rate in 2023
42.6 %
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
95
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    469:95

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

Master's Program

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
40
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
28

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
2
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
26
Main Pathways for International Students
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
Career Support
Available
Link
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Tuition and Fees

Master's Program

Tuition Fees

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees

Special Payment Arrangements

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