92 Best Social Sciences & Psychology Programs in Japan

There are 92 Social Sciences & Psychology programs in Japan, spread across 47 universities, typically lasting 4 years. The list starts with courses at Kobe University, Gunma University and Hokkaido Tokai University.

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73Master's Degree

#302 in Japan Japan

Master of Arts in Political Science

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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74PhD / Doctorate

#302 in Japan Japan

PhD in International Relations

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...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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75Master's Degree

#306 in Japan Japan

社会学研究科

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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76Bachelor's Degree

#330 in Japan Japan

Department of Psychology

Tezukayama University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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77Master's Degree

#330 in Japan Japan

Psychological Science Course

Tezukayama University

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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78Master's Degree

#336 in Japan Japan

大学院人間社会研究科

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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79Master's Degree

#342 in Japan Japan

Peace and Conflict Studies

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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80Bachelor's Degree

#344 in Japan Japan

Department of Global Studies

Kyoto University of Foreign Studies

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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81PhD / Doctorate

#352 in Japan Japan

博士（後期）課程

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...

PhD / DoctorateLevel

4–6 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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82Bachelor's Degree

#391 in Japan Japan

International Studies

Wayo Women's University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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83Master's Degree

#411 in Japan Japan

心理学研究科

Surugadai University

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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84Bachelor's Degree

#412 in Japan Japan

国際関係学科

Kobe City University of ForeignStudies

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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85Master's Degree

#432 in Japan Japan

社会福祉学研究科

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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86Master's Degree

#435 in Japan Japan

現代文化研究科（臨床心理学専攻）

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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87Master's Degree

#440 in Japan Japan

生活科学研究科

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...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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88Master's Degree

#464 in Japan Japan

人文科学研究科

Kawamura Gakuen Woman's University — Course OverviewThe Master's Degree in Human Sciences at Kawamura Gakuen Woman's University encompasses a rich exploration of the interconnections between culture, society...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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89Diploma

#467 in Japan Japan

別科仏教専修

Doho University — The Separate Course (Bekkа) in Buddhist Studies at Doho University is an intensive, short-duration full-time program focused on learning Shinran’s teachings. Students stu...

DiplomaLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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90Bachelor's Degree

#475 in Japan Japan

国際学科

Osaka University of Economics & Law — 国際学科の学士課程は、国際的な視野を持った人材を育成することを目的としています。このプログラムでは、国際関係、文化交流、経済学、政治学など、多岐にわたるテーマを学びます。...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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91Master's Degree

#485 in Japan Japan

社会福祉学専攻臨床心理学領域（修士課程）

Hanazono University — 社会福祉学専攻臨床心理学領域の修士課程は、心理的および社会的な問題の解決を目指す高度な専門知識と技術を身につけることを目的としています。プログラムでは、臨床心理学の理論と...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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92Master's Degree

#498 in Japan Japan

仏教学専攻

Koyasan University — The Master's Degree in Buddhist Studies at Koyasan University provides an in-depth exploration of Buddhist traditions, texts, and practices. The program is designed for i...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Social Sciences & Psychology

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How these courses are ranked

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".

Inside the course list

By level: 54 bachelor's, 27 master's, 4 phd / doctorate and 1 diploma. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (96% of courses with a stated intake). International Christian University offers the widest choice, with 13 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Japan for Social Sciences & Psychology?

Kobe University (QS World #482), Gunma University (#30 in Japan) and Hokkaido Tokai University (#44 in Japan) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Social Sciences & Psychology course take in Japan?

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

When do Social Sciences & Psychology courses start in Japan?

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

Which university has the most Social Sciences & Psychology courses in Japan?

International Christian University, with 13, ahead of Ryukoku University (7).

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