Overview

About the programme

The Master’s Program in Economic and Public Policy from the University of Tsukuba has been offered for two decades, making it the university’s longest-running English-language degree program.

It has been recognized as a ‘flagship’ for the university’s internationalization and was awarded the 2013 University President’s Award for its long-term commitment to globalization of the university and excellence in education.

Established with funding from the Japanese government, World Bank and Asian Development Bank, the program offers full scholarships to professionals from developing countries who aspire to take leading roles in the economic and social development of their regions.

About 15 students are selected every two years for the program, from an applicant pool of up to 170. Scholars can choose one of two tracks — economic policy or public policy — depending on whether they want to develop skills in quantitative analysis and econometrics or crave a broader, multidisciplinary approach to economics that includes social and political dimensions.

Faculty members include Motoko Shuto, who specializes in the fields of politics and international relations in Southeast Asia and transnational labor migration in East Asia, and Mari Minowa, a former economist with the World Bank who specializes in the fields of development economics, social sector policies in developing countries and the economics of Latin America.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Econometrics

Social Development Statistics

Macroeconomics

International Trade

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tsukuba, Japan

Disciplines

Economics Public Policy View 15 other Masters in Economics 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

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Hold a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent and have completed 16 years of school education (up to undergraduate level). A strong background in economics and associated quantitative tools (linear algebra, calculus and basic statistics) is highly recommended.
Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written English communication skills by submitting either of the following:

Score of standardized test such as IELTS / TOEFL / TOEIC or Other evidence such as a letter from the university or current working place, as deemed appropriate by the Graduate School
Be in good health with respect to the capacity to be a productive scholar for the duration of the Graduate Program, as certified by a medical doctor.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

535800 JPY / year

≈ 535800 JPY / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

535800 JPY / year

≈ 535800 JPY / year

Living costs

Tsukuba

Japan

111200 - 165260 JPY / month

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

Funding

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