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9 Best Master's Languages & Linguistics Programs in Japan

9 Master's Languages & Linguistics courses are taught at 7 universities in Japan; the most common length is 1–2 years. Courses from Kobe University, Teikyo Heisei University and Aoyama Gakuin University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Master's Degree
KU Kobe University logo
QS World #482 #14 in Japan Japan

English-Based Master's Program

Kobe University — The English-Based Master's Program at Kobe University is designed to provide international students with an advanced understanding of their chosen field, emphasizing crit...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
2Master's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Languages and Cultures

Teikyo Heisei University — The Master's Degree in Languages and Cultures at Teikyo Heisei University offers a comprehensive exploration of linguistic and cultural studies. This program is designed...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
3Master's Degree
AG Aoyama Gakuin University logo
#130 in Japan Japan

Department of English and American Literature

Aoyama Gakuin University — The Master's Degree in English and American Literature at Aoyama Gakuin University offers a comprehensive exploration of literary texts from the English-speaking world, f...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
4Master's Degree
AG Aoyama Gakuin University logo
#130 in Japan Japan

Department of French Literature and Language

Aoyama Gakuin University — The Master's Degree in French Literature and Language at Aoyama Gakuin University provides an in-depth exploration of French literary traditions, cultural contexts, and l...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
6Master's Degree
RU Ryukoku University logo
#166 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Letters

Ryukoku University — The Graduate School of Letters at Ryukoku University offers a Master's Degree designed for students who wish to explore the rich field of humanities. This program covers...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
7Master's Degree
TU Temple University Japan logo
#299 in Japan Japan

MSEd in TESOL

Temple University Japan — The Master of Science in Education (MSEd) in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) at Temple University Japan is designed for those aiming to enhance th...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall 2024Intake
Languages & Linguistics
9Master's Degree
NG Nisho Gakusha University logo
#458 in Japan Japan

国際日本学専攻

Nisho Gakusha University — The Master's Degree in International Japan Studies at Nisho Gakusha University offers a comprehensive exploration of Japanese culture, society, and global relations. This...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics

Languages & Linguistics at other levels

How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — Kobe University at #482 — so it heads the list. Below them, universities follow their research output: Kobe University is cited most (7,062,570 citations).

What the courses look like

The usual length is 1–2 years. 89% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (89% of courses with a stated intake). Aoyama Gakuin University offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Japan for Master's Languages & Linguistics?

Kobe University (QS World #482), Teikyo Heisei University (#56 in Japan) and Aoyama Gakuin University (#130 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Master's Languages & Linguistics course take in Japan?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years.

When do Master's Languages & Linguistics courses start in Japan?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Languages & Linguistics online with a university in Japan?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Languages & Linguistics courses in Japan?

Aoyama Gakuin University, with 3, ahead of Temple University Japan (1).

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