Overview
Graduates of International Cooperation Policy Master's program from Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) work in industries in or dealing with the Asia Pacific region, national and local governments in Japan and around the world.
Key Facts
As the program attracts students of diverse backgrounds from all over the world, students easily develop extensive personal networks during their course of studies. Such networks serve as valuable assets even after graduation. Graduates of this program work in industries in or dealing with the Asia Pacific region, national and local governments in Japan and around the world, development agencies and other regional and international organizations.
Divisions:
- International Public Administration (IPA)
The International Public Administration (IPA) division is aimed at providing knowledge and skills to those who are interested in pursuing an advanced career in national and international governmental organizations.
- Sustainability Science (SS)
- Includes the Dual-Degree IMAT Program (one year in Japan, one year in Germany!)The Sustainability Science (SS) division focuses on the application of science for achieving the goals of sustainable development. This division analyzes the planning and implementation of policies and actions that deal with the relationship between society and nature with the ultimate goal to create a sustainable future for all.
- Tourism and Hospitality (TH)
Tourism is a fast-growing economic sector that transforms societies and communities in the Asia Pacific region. The Tourism and Hospitality (TH) division look at various aspects of mass tourism and alternative tourism, as well as the economic, social, cultural, and environmental impacts of tourism on societies and communities.
- Development Economics (DE)
The Development Economics (DE) division is aimed at those who are interested in the socio-economic issues of the developing world. The study in this division enables students to improve their critical and analytical skills in many areas of development economics, including industrial development, social development, political development, rural development, and poverty alleviation. Students are also able to enhance their professional and practical skills related to international development.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Disaster Relief and Rehabilitation
- International Organizations
- Project Management
- Planning and Evaluation
- Community Development
- Environment and Natural Resources Conservation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Economics Sustainable Development Public Policy View 9 other Masters in Public Policy in JapanAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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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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Other requirements
General requirements
- Have graduated or be scheduled to graduate from a bachelor's program with a standard period of completion of at least 3 years
- Have completed or be scheduled to complete a 16-year standard education curriculum outside Japan
- Have completed a 15-year standard education curriculum outside Japan and have academic achievements determined to be outstanding by the university
- Be at least 22 years of age and have been individually screened by the graduate school to have the academic ability of a university graduate or higher
Tuition Fee
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750000 JPY/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1500000 JPY for the full programme during 24 months. -
National
750000 JPY/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1500000 JPY for the full programme during 24 months.
Funding
1) APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship
The APU Tuition Reduction Scholarship is available to all eligible applicants.
2) Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) Scholarships
3) External Scholarships
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Scholarships Information
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