University of the Ryukyus
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University of the Ryukyus

琉球大学  (RYUKYUDAIGAKU) 

Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Humanities and Social Sciences
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
2
Masters
(Laws, Political Science, Economics,Business Administration, Sociology, Education, Psychology, Philosophy, Literature, English, History, Geography, Linguistics and Communication Studies, Arts)
Comparative Culture and Area Studies
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Doctor of Philosophy in Comparative Culture and Area Studies)
Academic Calendar

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

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

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Syllabus
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
First Stage of Doctoral Program (Master's degree-awarding)
Unavailable


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


Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)


Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

Official Website
Brochures and App Form
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
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

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
27
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
2 25

Number of International Students by Nationality

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

Number of Spring Admissions
0
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
15 ()
Completion Rate in 2023
71.4 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
1
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
3
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
1 ()
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
112
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    27:112

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
67
28
95
84
Female
10
7
17
15
International Faculty

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

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

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
2
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
9

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 15th 10 2021

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Consultation for Prospective Students Overseas
Special Arrangement on Admission for Persons with Disabilities
  • Consideration given to location of exam room (e.g., distance from restroom and elevator)
Transfer within the Institution
Transfer from Another Institution
Options for Testing / Qualifications
Remarks
Application Timing

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

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 14th 10 2020

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
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
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
48,650 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
34,222 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
9,711 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
discount

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 14th 10 2020

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