Nara Women's University
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Nara Women's University

奈良女子大学  (Narajoshidaigaku)  / NWU

Graduate School of Humanities and Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
History, Sociology and Geography
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts, Philosophy)
Language and Culture
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts, Philosophy)
Human Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Arts, Philosophy)
Food Science and Nutrition
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Human Life and Environment, Home Economics, Philosophy)
Health Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Human Life and Environment, Home Economics, Philosophy)
Computer Science and Clothing Environment
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Human Life and Environment, Home Economics, Philosophy)
Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Human Centered Engineering, Engineering, Philosophy)
Residential Architecture and Environmental Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Human Life and Environment, Home Economics, Philosophy)
Culture and Humanities
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Human Life and Environment, Home Economics, Philosophy)
Mathematical and Physical Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science, Philosophy)
Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Science, Philosophy)
Division of Humanities
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Arts, Philosophy, Social Science)
Division of Human Life and Environmental Sciences
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Human Life and Environment, Social Science, Computer Science, Science, Philosophy)
Division of Science
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Science, Philosophy)
Division of Cooperative Major in Human Centered Engineering
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Human Centered Engineering, Engineering, Philosophy)
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.
List of Courses and Schedule
Degree Programs Offered in English
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Available
Biological Science International Graduate Program

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Unavailable


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
International Division
+81-0742-20-3240
ryugakusei@cc.nara-wu.ac.jp
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
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 1 yr
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link up to 2 wks
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs
Students may Apply
Link
MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • 2nd-class Kenchikushi
  • 臨床心理士

Students

As of May 1, 2022

total
457
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
56 401

Number of International Students by Nationality

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

Number of Spring Admissions
177
Number of Spring International Admissions
7
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
102
Number of Graduating Students in 2022 (International Students)
190 (26)
Completion Rate in 2022
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2022

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
20
Number of Spring International Admissions
1
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2022 (International Students)
7 (1)
Completion Rate in 2022
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2022

Faculty

As of May 1, 2022

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
173
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    457:173

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
69
32
2
6
109
63
Female
31
26
2
5
64
36
International Faculty
3
1
1
5
2

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2022

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
14
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
158

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
12
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

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 10 2022

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
International Student Special Selection
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
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
Application Timing
Jan. / Feb. / Jun. / Jul. / Aug. / Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

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

  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for working adults
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • 6年一貫教育プログラム特別選抜

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 10 2022

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

Total Estimated Costs
3,386,796 yen
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
Other Charges
First Year   2,430 yen
Link

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Total Estimated Costs
4,942,764 yen
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
Other Charges
First Year   3,620 yen
Link
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
51,505 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
28,615 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
4,394 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 10 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)
Available
Details