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Kochi University

高知大学  (KOUCHIDAIGAKU) 

Graduate School of Integrated Arts and Sciences

Overview

Departments and Divisions
Academic Program
Typical Length of Program
Degrees
Humanities and Social Sciences Program
Master's Program
2
Masters
(LITERATURE/ECONOMICS/ARTS)
Science and Technology Program
Master's Program
2
Masters
(SCIENCE/SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY)
Medical Science Program
Master's Program
2
Masters
(MEDICAL SCIENCE/PUBLIC HEALTH)
Nursing Science Program
Master's Program
2
Masters
(NURSING)
Agriculture and Marine Science Program
Master's Program
2
Masters
(AGRICULTURE/MARINE SCIENCE)
Regional Collaboration Program
Master's Program
2
Masters
(REGIONAL COLLABORATION)
Program for Advance Professional Development in Teacher Education
Professional Degree Program
2
Professional Degree
()
Applied Science Program
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(PHILOSOPHY)
Medicine Program
Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
4
Doctoral
(PHILOSOPHY in MEDICINE)
Kuroshio Science Program
Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
3
Doctoral
(PHILOSOPHY)
Academic Calendar

Master's Program

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

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

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

Professional Degree Program

Academic Calendar: semester
Entry Timing: Apr. Oct.
Term Commencement: Apr. / Oct.
List of Courses and Schedule
Degree Programs Offered in English
Master's Program
Available
Special Course from Asia, Africa and the Pacific Rim

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Available
Leader Nurturing Program to Contribute to the GlocalGrowth Strategy in Kuroshio Region

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Unavailable


Professional Degree Program
Unavailable
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)

Study Abroad Programs (Incl. in and outbound) / Length of Program
Exchange Programs with Partner Institutions Overseas
Link 6 mos / 1 yr
Short-term Study Abroad Programs from Japan
1 mo
Short-term Study Abroad to Japan
up to 2 wks / 1 mo
Double/Dual/Joint Degree Programs

MEXT Research Students Scholarship
Prospective Students may Apply
Types of Professional Qualifications
  • Teacher's License
  • Midwife
  • 専門社会調査士

Students

As of May 1, 2023

total
510
Students

Students

Number of International Graduated Students Local Students
34 476

Number of International Students by Nationality

Master's Program
Number of Spring Admissions
143
Number of Spring International Admissions
11
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
23
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
131 (7)
Completion Rate in 2023
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
9
Number of Spring International Admissions
5
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
3 (1)
Completion Rate in 2023
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Spring Admissions
16
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
5
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
10 (1)
Completion Rate in 2023
Completion Rate of Doctoral Programs for International Students in 2023

Professional Degree Program
Number of Spring Admissions
11
Number of Spring International Admissions
0
Number of Non-degree Seeking Students
0
Number of Graduating Students in 2023 (International Students)
13 ()
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
428

  • Student : Faculty Ratio (both Full-time)

    510:428

Number of International Academic Staff/Faculty Members (by Gender)
Professors
Associate Professors
Lecturers
Assistant Professors
Research Associates
Total
%
Male
180
83
46
42
351
82
Female
22
27
13
15
77
17
International Faculty
3
1
4
2
10
2

Post-graduate Pathways

As of May 1, 2023

Master's Program
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
13
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
112

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
1

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
10

Professional Degree Program
Number of Graduating Students who Continue Education
0
Number of Graduating Students Employed (Upon Graduation)
13
Main Pathways for International Students
0-Force 合同会社、Jica Rice Promotion Project、清水建設株式会社
Number of International Graduating Students Employed in Japan (Upon Graduation)
2
Information on Career Prospects
Internships and Other Opportunities
  • Internships/On-the-job training in Japan (Convert to credit)
  • Internships/training outside Japan (Convert to credit)
Career Support

Voices of International Students
Link
International Alumni Networks
China
Link
Thailand
Link
Philippines
Link
Other
Link

Campus Location

Campus
Asakura
2-5-1 Akebono-cho, Kochi 780-8520 JAPAN, Kochi 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)
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Muslim-friendly food provided in the cafeteria and elsewhere (not certified Halal)
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
Campus
Oko
Kohasu,Oko-cho,Nankoku-shi,Kochi 783-8505, JAPAN, Kochi 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)
  • Cafeteria/On-campus store
  • Free Wi-Fi for students
Campus
Monobe
200 Otsu, Monobe, Nankoku city, Kochi 783-8502 Japan, Kochi Google Map
Access Map
Link
Location Type
Suburban
Facilities and Services
  • Athletic grounds and facilities (e.g., gyms)
  • Facilities for extracurricular activities
  • 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

Third-party Quality Assurance

Program Accreditation
  • Program for Advance Professional Development in Teacher Education (Professional Degree)

    教職大学院認証評価 - IETE (2022)

Entrance Exam for International Students

Admission Policy of Institution
Entrance examination provisions for international students
Available
Name of Procedures for International Admissions and Program
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
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEIC)
  • Requires English language proficiency (TOEFL)
  • Requires English language proficiency (IELTS)
Remarks
Application Timing
Jan. / Feb. / May. / Jul. / Aug. / Oct. / Dec.

Entrance Exam for All Students

Information on Selection Method (for All Students)

Master's Program

  • 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

Consistent four-year Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults

Professional Degree Program

  • General
  • Special selection for working adults

Tuition and Fees

Master's Program
Total Estimated Costs
3,129,660 yen
Tuition Fees
First Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Second Year   Max: 535,800 yen / Min: 535,800 yen
Link
Admission Fee
282,000 yen
Other Charges
First Year   2,430 yen

Second Stage of Doctoral Program (Doctoral degree-awarding)
Total Estimated Costs
4,275,060 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
Link
Admission Fee
0 yen
Other Charges
First Year   3,620 yen

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
0 yen

Professional Degree Program
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
Estimated Housing and Utilities Cost (Per Month)
45,000 yen
Estimated Food Cost (Per Month)
22,000 yen
Estimated Textbooks and Supplies Cost (Per Month)
6,800 yen
Fees Charged during Student Short-time Leave
no payment

Special Payment Arrangements

Late Payment Plan
Available
Installment Payment Plan
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)
Available Link
Loans (All Students may Apply)
Details

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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