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Kagoshima University

鹿児島大学  (Kagoshimadaigaku) 

Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Health Research Course
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Science, Doctor of Philosophy in Dental Science, Doctor of Philosophy)
Advanced Therapeutics Course
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Science, Doctor of Philosophy in Dental Science, Doctor of Philosophy)
Medical Sciences Course
Master's Program
2
Masters
(Master of Medical Science)
Academic Calendar

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Master's Program

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
Master's Program
Available
Link
The Global Master Course for Medical Sciences will be established in the 2019 school year based on the mission of Kagoshima University’s global education. Designed for international students from around the world, this course generally offers all-English lessons and research guidance to earn a Master of Medical Science degree.
The course curriculum consists of the following subjects. First, Structure and the Function of the Human Body, Genes and Diseases, General Pathology, Ethics and Science, Statistical Analysis of Medical and Biological Data, and Learning Life Science in English are among the basic subjects required to understand the medical sciences. In addition, Medical Nutrition, Molecular Pharmacology and Drug Discovery Science, Brain Science, and Regenerative and Advanced Medicine offer advanced medical studies as a key feature of the Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences. Furthermore, Bioscience Practice teaches students how to acquire advanced research techniques in DNA, RNA, protein, and enzyme studies, in addition to basic skills in histology, physiology, pharmacology, and statistics.
On top of these lectures and practical training delivered by specialists in each field, Medical Science Lecture, Medical Science Research, and Advanced Medical Research provide educational and research guidance by supervisors based on each student’s research theme.

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Link
Kagoshima University Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences has made social contributions to various countries around the world with its laboratories and medical departments playing a central role in implementing numerous initiatives to conduct joint research and to accept international students. Taking full advantage of these experiences, Kagoshima University will establish the “Global PhD Course for Medical and Dental Sciences” as a regular course for international students starting in the 2019 school year. The most distinctive feature of this course is its all-English curriculum to earn a degree.
This course is designed to cultivate researchers, medical specialists, and educators who can contribute to the development of medical and dental sciences in the international community. Through research activities in each field listed below, the aim is for students to develop cooperative attitudes toward promoting joint research and moral values by acquiring the ability to plan, conduct, and present research that meets international standards, while continuously seeking to understand the social importance of research with broader perspectives.
In this course, research guidance in each research field and common lecture subjects are generally conducted in English. In addition, for international students whose native language is other than English, many lecture courses such as Life Science English and Life Science Writing in English are offered to teach basic English language skills.
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
Contact Info (for International Students)
Student Affairs Section for Graduate School of Medical and Dental Sciences
81-99-275-5120　
isggdi@kuas.kagoshima-u.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy
Link

Program Profile

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

Curriculum Policy of Institution
Link
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

MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
330
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
20 310

Master's Program
Number of Spring Admissions
6
Number of Spring International Admissions
1
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
1
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
12 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
100 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
41
Number of Spring International Admissions
3
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
7
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
50 ()
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)
Link
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
254

  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    330:254

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)
Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
56
27
27
88
198
77
Female
0
8
5
43
56
22
International Faculty
2
3
5
1

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

Master's Program
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
4
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
8

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
49
Main Pathways for International Students
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
0
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert to credit)
Link
Career Support

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Link

Campus Location

Campus
Sakuragaoka Campus
8-35-1 Sakuragaoka, Kagoshima 890-8544, Kagoshima Google Map
Access Map
Link
Location Type
Suburban
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

Admission Policy of Institution
Link
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Foreign-student Applicants
Link
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
Transfer within the Institution
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
Remarks
Application Timing
Jan. / Jun. / Jul. / Oct. / Nov. / Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Master's Program

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

Tuition and Fees

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

Master's Program
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
discount

Special Payment Arrangements

Late Payment Plan
Installment Payment Plan
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
Link
JASSO Website

Types of Professional Qualifications

For each acquirable professional qualification, the eligibility requirements such as prescribed curriculum or requirement for practical experience and the nationality requirement may differ.

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Total estimated costs

"Total estimated costs" is the total of tuition (maximum possible for first-year students × length of the course of study), entrance fees, other costs (lab fees, facility and equipment fees, student accident insurance for first-year students × length of the course of study), and main living expenses × 12 months × length of the course of study. Living expenses include housing expenses. NIAD-QE calculates a reference value of housing expenses based on the Campus Life Data Survey by University Co-op, which each university may change to reflect the actual conditions.

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Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)

Where there are several campuses, housing costs are calculated based on area the main campus is located in.

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Admission Fee

Fee charged when one is admitted as a qualified student and decides to be enrolled.

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MEXT Research Students Scholarship

  • Those who are enrolled in a master’s course, a doctoral course, or a professional graduate course at a graduate school.
  • Those who are conducting research in a specialized field at an undergraduate department, graduate school, institute attached to a university, etc. without the aim of completing the course, or who are receiving preparatory education in the Japanese language and other subjects prior to placement at the university, etc. (Excluding the Young Leaders Program(YLP) students or teacher training students.)
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Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

  • Double Degree Program: Programs for which multiple diplomas are awarded by completing learning at Japanese and foreign institutions using the credit transfer system.
  • Joint Degree Program: Programs for a single diploma jointly awarded by two or more institutions based on cooperation established by Japanese and foreign institutions.
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Tuition Waivers

Tuition waivers may be entire or partial.

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Grants (All Students may Apply)

Scholarships may include loans and grants.
This part shows scholarships limited to students of this program. However, other scholarships may be available at the institutional level. Check the university’s website for details.

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Number of Spring Admissions

See the section on "entry timing" for the availability of admissions other than in the spring.

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Location Type

  • Metropolitan: Tokyo 23 Wards, Cities, of those population are more than 500,000, designated by the government decree
  • Urban: Cities in Tokyo Metropolitan (other than 23 wards), Cities in Saitama, Chiba, Kanagawa, Aichi, Kyoto, Osaka and Hyogo Prefecture except for those designated as underpopulated areas by the act.
  • Suburban: Other areas than Metropolitan or Urban

The above classifications are a guide suggested by NIAD-QE; each university chooses the classification for its own campus.

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