Overview

The global pandemic, climate change, refugees and migration, terrorism, and natural disaster are all global issues that require dialogue and close cooperation between various national and international actors.

Our Master of International Relations degree from Ritsumeikan University is designed to train future leaders, who are equipped with the skills and expertise to address pressing global challenges which cut across politics, economic development, culture, and society.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Sociology

Special Studies on International Relations

Theories of International Relations

Development Studies

Development Strategies

International Organizations

Professional Training

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-28 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kyoto, Japan

Disciplines

International Relations View 9 other Masters in International Relations in Japan

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic transcripts for the three years of secondary/high school or equivalent.

English language proficiency test score

One essay on your reasons for applying and one essay on a topic pertaining to global international relations (both essays must be in English)
Letter of reference

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

974000 JPY/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 974000 JPY per year during 24 months.
National

974000 JPY/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 974000 JPY per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Kyoto

131939 - 183969 JPY /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Overview

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Kyoto

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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