The Joint Graduate School (Ph. D. Program) in Science of School Education

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Field of School Instruction
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Education)
Field of Instructional Deveropment in Forefront Issues
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Education)
Field of Content Area Instruction
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(Education)
Academic Calendar

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Curriculum
Link
List of Courses and Schedule
Link
Degree Programs Offered in English
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)
学務課連合大学院チーム
0795-44-2068
office-rendai-r@ml.hyogo-u.ac.jp
Degree Awarding Policy

Program Profile

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

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
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
Link 1 mo
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

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

Students

As of May 1, 2025

total
178
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
8 170

Number of International Students by Nationality

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
36
Number of Spring International Admissions
3
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
15
Number of Graduating Students in 2025 (International Students)
29 (0)
Completion Rate in 2025
74.4 %
令和6年度卒業者(29名)÷令和4年度入学者(39名)
29 graduates (FY2024) ÷ 39 entrants (FY2022)
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2025

Faculty

As of May 1, 2025

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
327
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    178:327

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
188
57
4
0
0
249
76
Female
52
23
1
0
0
76
23
International Faculty
2
0
0
0
0
2
0

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2025

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
28
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 outside Japan (Convert not to credit)
Link
Career Support

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks

Campus Location

Campus
Kato Campus
942-1 Shimokume Kato-city,Hyogo 673-1494, Hyōgo Google Map
Access Map
Location Type
Urban
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 26th 11 2025

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
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)

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General

Tuition and Fees

As at 26th 11 2025

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: yen
Third Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 26th 11 2025

Late Payment Plan
Available
Installment Payment Plan
Available
Tuition Waivers
Student may Apply for Waiver or Reduction of Tuition

Scholarships/Loans

Grants (All Students may Apply)
Available
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details