Kagawa University
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Kagawa University

香川大学  (kagawadaigaku)  / KU

Faculty of Medicine

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
School of Medicine
6
Bachelors
(Bachelor of Medecine)
School of Nursing
4
Bachelors
(Bachelor of Nursing)
Department of Clinical Psychology
4
Bachelors
(Bachelor of Clinical Psychology)
Academic Calendar

Academic Calendar: year-round / semester / quarter
Entry Timing: Apr.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Degree Programs Offered in English
Curriculum Policy of Institution
Contact Info (for International Students)


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
Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship

Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • Medical Doctor
  • Nurse
  • Certified Psychologist, Child Care Worker (quailified after employment), Psychological Assessor (qualified after employment)

Students

As of May 1, 2024

total
1,267
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
18 1,249

Number of International Students by Nationality

Number of Spring Admissions
194
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
5
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
194 ()
Completion Rate in 2024
86.9 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Master's Program

Number of Spring Admissions
16
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
14 (0)
Completion Rate in 2024
81.2 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

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

Number of Spring Admissions
13
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
7 (0)
Completion Rate in 2024
87.5 %
Change from Master's Program to Master's Program in 2022
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
3
Number of Spring International Admissions
1
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
(0)
Completion Rate in 2024
As this Master's Program is entablished in 2022, the first graduates will complete the program in 2024.
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

Number of Spring Admissions
23
Number of Spring International Admissions
5
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
Number of Graduating Students in 2024 (International Students)
24 (3)
Completion Rate in 2024
41.6 %
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2024
66.6 %

Faculty

As of May 1, 2024

List of Academic Staff/Faculty Members (Title, Degree and Achievements)
Total Number of Academic Staff/Faculty Members
170
  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    1267:170

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

Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
11
12
4
28
55
32
Female
0
1
0
3
4
2
International Faculty
27
4
41
72
42

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2024

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 to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert not to credit)
Career Support

Voices of International Students
International Alumni Networks
China
Link
Thailand
Link

Campus Location

Campus
Miki-cho Campus
1750-1 Oaza Ikenobe Miki-cho,Kita-gun 761-0793, Kagawa 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
  • Muslim-friendly food provided in the cafeteria and elsewhere (not certified Halal)
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
  • Places for worship (Qibla not indicated / washing place available)

Third-party Quality Assurance

Program Accreditation
  • School of Medicine (Bachelor)

    Evaluation by Academic Discipline - Japan Accreditation Council for Medical Education (JACME) (2019)

Entrance Exam for International Students

As at 29th 09 2023

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
Entrance Examination for Privately Financed International Students (School of Medicine)
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 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
Eligible to Apply
Transfer from Another Institution
Eligible to Apply
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
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
Remarks
  • Exam must be taken in Japanese
Application Timing
Jan.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)
  • General
  • Comprehensive selection
  • Recommendation (open recruitment, designated schools)
  • Entrance examination provisions for international students
  • Transfer between schools

Tuition and Fees

As at 01st 04 2024

School of Medicine
Total Estimated Costs
3,214,800 yen
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
Other Charges
First Year   7,800 yen
School of Nursing/Department of Clinical Psychology
Total Estimated Costs
2,143,200 yen
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
Other Charges
First Year   5,370 yen
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
44,940 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
23,486 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
4,188 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

As at 01st 04 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)
Grants (All International Students may Apply)
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details