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    International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL)

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    Kyoto, JPMScIn-person2 years
    £41,400.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    8
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Kyoto, JP. Tuition is £41,400.

    About the program

    Two-year program where students study one semester each at University of Glasgow and University of Barcelona, then two semesters at Kyoto University. Covers interdisciplinary fields including business history, economics, sociology, and political economy, focusing on global markets and local creativities.

    Focus: both
    Times Higher Ed: Kyoto University 61st, Glasgow 84th, Erasmus Rotterdam 107th

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 minimum (2025 entry)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 minimum (2025 entry)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 1 year Designated Activities (job-seeking) visa for graduates, convertible to work visas like Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services (Japan)

    £1,560.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University is £41,400 across 120 required credits.
    Is International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University online or in-person?
    International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University is offered in-person.
    How long does International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University take to complete?
    International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA 3.0
    How large is the International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University cohort?
    International Joint Master Degree Program in Global Markets, Local Creativities (GLOCAL) at Kyoto University typically enrolls around 8 students per cohort.