Hiroshima University
National

Hiroshima University

広島大学  (Hiroshima Daigaku) 

Graduate School of Biomedical and Health Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Division of Integrated Health Sciences[Master’s Course]
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Medical Science/Dental Science/Public Health/Medicinal Science/Science in Nursing/Health Science/Oral Health Science/Philosophy)
Division of Integrated Health Sciences[Doctoral Course]
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Philosophy/Philosophy in Medical Science/Philosophy in Dental Science/Philosophy in Medicinal Science/Philosophy in Nursing/Philosophy in Health Science/Philosophy in Oral Health Science)
Division of Biomedical Sciences[Doctoral Course]
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(Philosophy in Medical Science/Philosophy in Dental Science/Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science/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.

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


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


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


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Student Support Group, Kasumi Campus Management Support Office
+81-82-257-1705
kasumi-gaku-g@office.hiroshima-u.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)
Available
Link
Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Other Study Abroad Programs
Link 1 yr
Study Abroad Programs
Link
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
791
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
43 748

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

Number of Spring Admissions
76
Number of Spring International Admissions
6
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
2
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
77 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
96 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
24
Number of Spring International Admissions
8
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
12
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
14 ()
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
88
Number of Spring International Admissions
5
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
12
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
39 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
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
515
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    791:515

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
148
76
47
130
401
77
Female
15
16
12
71
114
22
International Faculty
4
1
12
17
3

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
22
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
52

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
13

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
2
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
36
Main Pathways for International Students
Medical,Health care and Welfare etc.
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)
Link
Career Support
Available
Link
Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks
China
Link
Taiwan
Link
Indonesia
Link
Viet Nam
Link
Cambodia
Link

Campus Location

Campus
Kasumi campus
1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City, 734-8551, Hiroshima Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Metropolitan
Facilities and Services
  • Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms)
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • Rest areas
  • Computer rooms
  • Environments for independent learning other than the library (e.g., learning commons)
  • Barrier-free universal design
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Free Wi-Fi for students

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 01st 05 2023

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Special Selection for International Students
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
Transfer within the Institution
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
Remarks
  • Online application available
  • Examination fees and other charges payable by credit card or online payment system
Application Timing
May. / Jun. / Nov. / Dec.

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
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • Special Selection for Senior Citizens Special Selection for Different Fields Students

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 05 2023

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

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
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 05 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)
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details