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31 Best Master's Medicine & Health Sciences Programs in Japan

There are 31 Master's Medicine & Health Sciences programs in Japan, spread across 24 universities; the most common length is 1–2 years. Courses from Kobe University, Juntendo University and Yokohama City University come first, because those universities rank highest.

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

ICHS Course

Kobe University — The International Course in Health Sciences (ICHS) at Kobe University is designed to equip students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in health sciences, focusing o...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
2Master's Degree
JU Juntendo University logo
#25 in Japan Japan

薬学研究科

Juntendo University — The Graduate School of Medicine at Juntendo University trains researchers and professionals to study the front line of medicine. Students learn advanced research techniqu...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
3Master's Degree
YC Yokohama City University logo
#28 in Japan Japan

医学研究科看護専攻

Yokohama City University — The Master's Degree program in Nursing at Yokohama City University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills in nursing science. The curr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
5Master's Degree
GU Gunma University logo
#30 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Health Sciences

Gunma University — The Master's Degree in Health Sciences at Gunma University is designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of the critical health sciences field. This prog...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
6Master's Degree
GU Gunma University logo
#30 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Medicine

Gunma University — The Graduate School of Medicine at Gunma University offers a comprehensive Master's Degree designed for aspiring medical professionals and researchers. This program cover...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
7Master's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Health Sciences

Teikyo Heisei University — The Graduate School of Health Sciences at Teikyo Heisei University offers a comprehensive Master's program designed to equip students with a deep understanding of health...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
8Master's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Medical Care and Technology

Teikyo Heisei University — The Master’s Degree in Medical Care and Technology at Teikyo Heisei University is designed to equip students with the advanced knowledge and skills necessary to excel in...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
9Master's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Medicine

Teikyo Heisei University — Course OverviewThe Master's degree in the Graduate School of Medicine at Teikyo Heisei University is designed to provide students with comprehensive education in medical...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
10Master's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Teikyo Heisei University — The Master's program at the Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Teikyo Heisei University offers a comprehensive exploration into the field of pharmaceutical sci...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
11Master's Degree
TH Teikyo Heisei University logo
#56 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Public Health

Teikyo Heisei University — The Master's Degree in Public Health at Teikyo Heisei University is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to address complex health issues on both a local...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
12Master's Degree
KM Kansai Medical University logo
#73 in Japan Japan

大学院生涯健康科学研究科

Kansai Medical University — The Master's Degree in Life Health Science at Kansai Medical University focuses on the intersection of health, science, and technology, providing students with an in-dept...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
13Master's Degree
AU Akita University logo
#82 in Japan Japan

先進ヘルスケア工学院

Akita University — The Master's program in Advanced Healthcare Engineering at Akita University offers an interdisciplinary approach to health technology and innovation. This course covers v...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
15Master's Degree
AU Azabu University logo
#160 in Japan Japan

環境保健科学専攻

Azabu University — The Master's Degree in 環境保健科学専攻 (Environmental Health Sciences) at Azabu University provides an in-depth exploration of the interactions between environmental fac...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
17Master's Degree
US University of Shiga Prefecture logo
#205 in Japan Japan

人間看護学研究科

University of Shiga Prefecture — The Master’s Degree program in 人間看護学研究科 (Human Nursing Sciences) at the University of Shiga Prefecture provides comprehensive training in the field of nursing sci...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
18Master's Degree
HU Hyogo University logo
#230 in Japan Japan

看護学研究科

Hyogo University — The Master's Degree in Nursing at Hyogo University is designed to enhance your knowledge and expertise in the nursing field through advanced studies and research. This pr...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
19Master's Degree
KJ Kobe Jogakuin University logo
#235 in Japan Japan

健康科学

Kobe Jogakuin University — The Master's Degree in Health Science at Kobe Jogakuin University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and skills nec...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
20Master's Degree
IP Ibaraki Prefectural University of Health Sciences logo
#254 in Japan Japan

助産学専攻科

Ibaraki Prefectural University of Health Sciences — The Master's Degree in Midwifery from Ibaraki Prefectural University of Health Sciences is designed for those who aspire to excel in the field of maternal and child healt...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
21Master's Degree
KG Kinjo Gakuin University logo
#262 in Japan Japan

看護専攻

Kinjo Gakuin University — 看護専攻の修士課程は、看護の高度な知識と技術を学び、実践的かつ理論的な教育を提供します。このプログラムは、現代の医療環境における看護の役割を理解し、より高いレベルの看護ス...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
22Master's Degree
IU International University of Kagoshima logo
#276 in Japan Japan

看護学研究科

International University of Kagoshima — The Master's Degree program in Nursing at the International University of Kagoshima provides students with an in-depth understanding of nursing theories, practices, and r...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
24Master's Degree
JI Josai International University logo
#298 in Japan Japan

Graduate School of Health Sciences

Josai International University — The Graduate School of Health Sciences at Josai International University offers a comprehensive Master's degree designed to equip students with a deep understanding of he...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences

Medicine & Health Sciences 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. The rest are ordered by research impact. Kobe University has the largest research record in this group, with 7,062,570 citations and an h-index of 609.

Inside the course list

The usual length is 1–2 years. 97% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Teikyo Heisei University offers the widest choice, with 5 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Japan for Master's Medicine & Health Sciences?

Kobe University (QS World #482), Juntendo University (#25 in Japan) and Yokohama City University (#28 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Master's Medicine & Health Sciences course take in Japan?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years.

When do Master's Medicine & Health Sciences 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 Medicine & Health Sciences online with a university in Japan?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Medicine & Health Sciences courses in Japan?

Teikyo Heisei University, with 5, ahead of Gunma University (3).

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