University of the Ryukyus
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University of the Ryukyus

琉球大学  (RYUKYUDAIGAKU) 

Faculty of Medicine

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Medicine
6
Bachelors
(Medicine)
Health Sciences
4
Bachelors
(Health Sciences)
Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar: trimester
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Jan. / Apr. / Sep.

Academic Calendar: quarter
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Jun. / Oct. / Dec.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
Link
Syllabus
Link
List of Courses and Schedule
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
Academic affairs section(Faculty of Medicine)
098-895-1032
igznyusen@acs.u-ryukyu.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
School Overview
Link
Application Form
Link
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
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
3 mos
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Other Study Abroad Programs
Link 1 mo / 1 yr
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • Medical Doctor
  • Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse
  • Midwife
  • Medical Technologist
  • Functional Food Consultant

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
986
Students

Students

Number of International Undergraduate Students Local Students
1 985
Number of Spring Admissions
172
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
148 ()
Completion Rate in 2024
86.0 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
248
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    986:248

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
45
26
24
94
189
76
Female
6
12
7
34
59
23
International Faculty
0
1
0
2
3
1

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
3
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
139
Main Pathways for International Students
-
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • 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

Campus Location

Campus
Uehara Cumpus
207 Uehara,Nishihara, Okinawa Google Map
Access Map
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

Third-party Quality Assurance

Program Accreditation
  • Medicine (Bachelor)

    Program Accreditation - JACME(Japan Accreditation Council for Medical Education) (2017)

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 17th 10 2024

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
私費外国人留学生特別選抜
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.
  • Consideration given to methods of answering (can answer by check marks, writing, or writing done by another on behalf of the test-taker)
  • 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
  • Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU): Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
  • Examination for Japanese University Admission for International Students (EJU): Mathematics
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
Application Timing
Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)
  • General
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Special selection for applicants those have returned from abroad
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • Transfer between schools

Tuition and Fees

As at 17th 10 2024

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
Fifth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Sixth Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
48,650 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
20,693 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
4,108 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 17th 10 2024

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)
Details