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4 Best PhD Education Universities in Japan

Hokkaido University of Education tops our list of 4 PhD Education universities in Japan on research impact (79,422 citations). It is followed by Kanazawa College of Art (#470 in Japan) and Tohoku University of Art and Design (#484 in Japan). The universities on this list offer 4 matching courses between them.

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How these universities are ranked

The rest are ordered by research impact. Hokkaido University of Education has the largest research record in this group, with 79,422 citations and an h-index of 110.

Public, private and where they are

The split is 4 public to 0 private institutions.

Levels, lengths and start dates

The usual length is 4–6 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). Kanazawa College of Art offers the widest choice, with 1 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD Education in Japan?

Hokkaido University of Education (#218 in Japan), Kanazawa College of Art (#470 in Japan) and Tohoku University of Art and Design (#484 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How many public universities offer PhD Education in Japan?

4 public and 0 private universities are on this list.

How long does a PhD Education course take in Japan?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years.

When do PhD Education courses start in Japan?

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

Which university has the most PhD Education courses in Japan?

Kanazawa College of Art, with 1, ahead of Tohoku University of Art and Design (1).

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