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31 PhD courses are taught at 27 universities in Japan; the most common length is 4–6 years. Courses from Kobe University, Kumamoto University and Fujita Health University come first, because those universities rank highest.
Kobe University — The English-taught Doctoral Course at Kobe University offers an advanced academic environment for international students aiming to pursue research at the highest level. T...
Kobe University — The International Program for Medical Research at Kobe University is a comprehensive PhD degree designed to equip students with advanced research skills in the field of m...
Kumamoto University — The PhD in Medical Pharmacy at Kumamoto University offers an in-depth exploration of the pharmaceutical sciences, focusing on clinical practice and research methodologies...
Fujita Health University — The PhD program in Medical Science at Fujita Health University offers an advanced platform for scholars interested in pioneering research in the healthcare sector. This c...
Yokohama National University
University of Electro-Communications — The University of Electro-Communications offers the Graduate School major in Joint Sustainability Research (Doctoral Degree Program). The program is part of the Informati...
Kyoto Institute of Technology — The Bio-based Materials program at Kyoto Institute of Technology is offered in both the doctoral pre-course and doctoral post-course. Students study modern biology and bi...
University of the Sacred Heart Tokyo — The PhD program in Human Sciences at the University of the Sacred Heart Tokyo is designed for those interested in deepening their understanding of human behavior, society...
Aoyama Gakuin University — The Doctorate in Professional Accounting at Aoyama Gakuin University prepares students for advanced research and professional practice in the field of accounting. This pr...
Aoyama Gakuin University — The PhD program in International Management Science at Aoyama Gakuin University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of global busines...
Kyushu Dental College — The Doctorate Program in Dentistry at Kyushu Dental College offers a rigorous and comprehensive training that prepares students for advanced research and clinical practic...
Shibaura Institute of Technology — The doctoral (PhD) program at the Shibaura Institute of Technology offers an advanced and comprehensive academic experience designed for students pursuing research excell...
Hiroshima Institute of Technology — The PhD program at Hiroshima Institute of Technology is meticulously designed to cultivate advanced professionals and researchers with a broad perspective in specialized...
Daiichi College of Pharmaceutical Sciences — The PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Daiichi College of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers an advanced exploration of the pharmaceutical field, emphasizing research, develop...
Hokkaido University of Education
Saitama Prefectural University — The 博士後期課程 (Doctoral Program) at Saitama Prefectural University offers an intensive and research-oriented curriculum designed for aspiring scholars who wish to cont...
Temple University Japan — The PhD in Applied Linguistics at Temple University Japan is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and research skills in the dynamic field of language studi...
International University of Japan — The PhD in Economics at the International University of Japan is designed for individuals who aspire to engage in advanced economic research and analysis. This program of...
International University of Japan — The PhD in International Relations at the International University of Japan (IUJ) offers an in-depth exploration of global political dynamics, international affairs, and...
International University of Japan — The PhD in Public Management program at the International University of Japan is designed for individuals aiming to advance their theoretical and practical understanding...
Hachinohe Institute of Technology — The Doctoral Program at Hachinohe Institute of Technology is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and research skills in their chosen field. This program fo...
Nishikyushu University — Health and Medical Care, a doctoral-level major, is offered within the Graduate School of Life Support Science at Nishikyushu University. The program aims to train advanc...
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies
Kyoto City University of Arts — Program OverviewThe 博士（後期）課程, or Doctoral Program at Kyoto City University of Arts, is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in their chos...
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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.
The most common subjects are Medicine & Health Sciences (6), Education (4), Social Sciences & Psychology (4) and Music & Performing Arts (2). The usual length is 4–6 years and 4 years. 97% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake). International University of Japan offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.
Kobe University (QS World #482), Kumamoto University (#20 in Japan) and Fujita Health University (#65 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Most listed courses run 4–6 years, with 4 years the next most common.
Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then.
1 of these courses are listed as online.
International University of Japan, with 3, ahead of Kobe University (2).
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