Overview

We are waiting for students who are interested in the problems of modern society and international affairs, who can verbalize concrete policy proposals and solutions, and who have flexible thinking ability.

This International Public Policy major from University of Tsukuba, consists of the fields of international affairs and sociology .

Features

In the first semester, while laying the academic foundation for carrying out original research toward the training of advanced professionals, the government, local governments, and international organizations will deal with the globalization and complexity of modern social and international issues.

We train professionals who can play an active role as the core of research / planning and policy-making work in institutions, think tanks, corporate research departments, non-profit organizations, etc.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Domestic Political Economy and Politics on International Relations

Comparative Political Science International Security

International Law

History of International Relations

America, Canada, Europe, Russia / East Europe, Middle East / Africa, Central and South America, East Asia / Southeast Asia and Contemporary Japan

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-11 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-04-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-03 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tsukuba, Japan

Disciplines

International Relations Public Policy 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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Completed application form

Statement of Purpose

Academic Transcripts and Certificates

Letters of Recommendation

Passport Copy/ Proof of Nationality
Financial Statement

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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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Scholarships Information

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