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82 Best Medicine & Health Sciences Programs in Japan

82 Medicine & Health Sciences courses are taught at 51 universities in Japan — most run 1–2 years. The list starts with courses at Institute of Science Tokyo, Tokyo Institute of Technology and Kobe University.

73Diploma
KW Kyushu Women's University logo
#388 in Japan Japan

子ども健康専攻

Kyushu Women's University — The 子ども健康専攻 (Child Health Major) at Kyushu Women's University is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to promote t...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
76Master's Degree
TU Tokiwa University logo
#393 in Japan Japan

看護学研究科 修士課程

Tokiwa University — The Master's Program in Nursing at Tokiwa University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and practical skills necessary for nursing professionals. The c...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
77PhD / Doctorate
MU Meio University logo
#423 in Japan Japan

看護学専攻(博士後期課程)

Meio University — Meio University's Doctoral Program in Nursing Science offers an advanced educational experience tailored for those aiming to lead in the healthcare sector. This program p...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
79Master's Degree
KU Kansai University of International Studies logo
#460 in Japan Japan

看護学研究科

Kansai University of International Studies — Course OverviewThe Master's degree in Nursing at Kansai University of International Studies is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills essential for...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
81Bachelor's Degree
CG Chukyo Gakuin University logo
#465 in Japan Japan

Nursing

Chukyo Gakuin University — Chukyo Gakuin University offers a Nursing program in the Faculty of Nursing, Department of Nursing. The program focuses on learning nursing knowledge, skills, and attitud...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
82Master's Degree
FH Fukuyama Heisei University logo
#500 in Japan Japan

助産学専攻科

Fukuyama Heisei University — 助産学専攻科 is a Master's Degree program at Fukuyama Heisei University designed for those aspiring to become highly skilled and knowledgeable midwives. Throughout this p...

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

How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #84 (Institute of Science Tokyo) to #482 (Kobe University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Tokyo Institute of Technology is cited most (10,007,525 citations).

What the courses look like

By level: 31 master's, 22 bachelor's, 6 phd / doctorate and 2 professional. The usual length is 1–2 years and 4 years. 99% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (90% of courses with a stated intake). Hiroshima International University offers the widest choice, with 12 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

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

Institute of Science Tokyo (QS World #84), Tokyo Institute of Technology (QS World #85) and Kobe University (QS World #482) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

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

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 4 years the next most common.

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

1 of these courses are listed as online.

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

Hiroshima International University, with 12, ahead of Teikyo Heisei University (10).

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