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There are 27 Master's Social Sciences & Psychology programs in Japan, spread across 22 universities, typically lasting 1–2 years. Courses from Kobe University, Gunma University and Kyoto Bunkyo University come first, because those universities rank highest.
Mimasaka Women's College — 人間発達学専攻 at Mimasaka Women's College is a comprehensive master's degree program focused on understanding human development across various life stages. The course co...
Kobe University — The English-taught Master's Course at Kobe University is designed for international students seeking to deepen their understanding of a specific field of study through an...
Gunma University — The Graduate School of Social and Information Studies at Gunma University offers a comprehensive Master's Degree program focusing on the interplay between social sciences...
Kyoto Bunkyo University — The Clinical Psychology Graduate School at Kyoto Bunkyo University focuses on studying the human mind and behavior broadly and deeply, with the aim of building the abilit...
Bunkyo University — The Master's Degree in International Studies at Bunkyo University equips students with a comprehensive understanding of global issues, cultural dynamics, and internationa...
Ryukoku University — The Graduate School of International Studies at Ryukoku University offers a comprehensive Master's Degree designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowled...
Ryukoku University — The Graduate School of Practical Shin Buddhist Studies at Ryukoku University offers a comprehensive exploration of Shin Buddhism, integrating academic study with practica...
Ryukoku University — The Master's Degree in Psychology at Ryukoku University is designed to offer students a comprehensive understanding of psychological principles and practices. This progra...
Ryukoku University — The Master's Degree in Sociology at Ryukoku University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of social structures, cultural dynamics, and human behaviors....
Japan Women's University — The Master’s Degree in 生活環境学専攻 (Living Environment Studies) at Japan Women's University is designed to address the intricate relationship between the environment a...
Wako University — Wako University offers a master’s program in the Psychology Major (Psychology Course). The program is part of a graduate school at Wako University. It is designed for stu...
Kokushikan University — Course OverviewThe Master's Degree in Global Asia Studies at Kokushikan University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities...
Josai International University — The Master's degree in Social Work Studies at Josai International University provides a comprehensive framework for understanding social issues and formulating effective...
International University of Japan — The Master of Arts in International Development at the International University of Japan is a comprehensive program designed for individuals aiming to make a significant...
International University of Japan — The Master of Arts in International Relations at the International University of Japan offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the knowledge and...
International University of Japan — The Master of Arts in Political Science at the International University of Japan (IUJ) provides students with a comprehensive understanding of political dynamics at both...
Nara University — Nara University offers graduate study in Sociology, within the Graduate School. The Sociology Graduate School has two courses: a course in Social and Cultural Research an...
Tezukayama University
Jissen Women's University — The 大学院人間社会研究科 (Graduate School of Human and Social Studies) at Jissen Women's University offers an in-depth exploration of the social sciences, focusing on int...
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies — Peace and Conflict Studies (PCS) at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies is an interdisciplinary research and study program. It provides graduate-level research opportunit...
Surugadai University
Bukkyo University — The Master’s program in Social Welfare at Bukkyo University offers students an in-depth understanding of social welfare systems and practices. The curriculum is designed...
Hijiyama University — The Master's Degree in Contemporary Cultural Studies with a focus on Clinical Psychology at Hijiyama University provides an in-depth exploration of modern cultural dynami...
Koriyama Women's University and College — The Master's program in 生活科学研究科 at Koriyama Women's University and College focuses on the interdisciplinary study of life sciences, integrating aspects of human he...
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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). 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".
The usual length is 1–2 years and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Ryukoku University offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.
Kobe University (QS World #482), Gunma University (#30 in Japan) and Kyoto Bunkyo University (#69 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 2 years the next most common.
Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.
Ryukoku University, with 4, ahead of International University of Japan (3).
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