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    Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program)

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    Kyoto, JPMaster’sIn-person2 yearsJapanese
    ¥535,800
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    5
    Cohort
    students
    ¥30,000
    App fee

    Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University is a 2-year, in-person Master’s program based in Kyoto, JP. Tuition is ¥535,800.

    About the program

    The program offers multi-faceted approaches to research on higher education including educational engineering, educational methodology, educational sociology, and comparative education. It covers issues in teaching and learning in university, curriculum design, assessment, educational system, professional development of academic staff and students, and educational technology.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Term 2027
    Aug 15, 2026

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    Post-study work rights

    Up to 1 year Designated Activities visa for job seeking (extendable once for 6 months) for university master's graduates

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University is ¥535,800.
    Is Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University online or in-person?
    Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University take to complete?
    Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University is structured around 2 years.
    How large is the Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University cohort?
    Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University typically enrolls around 5 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master's in Educational Studies (Academic Recurrent Education Program) at Kyoto University: Up to 1 year Designated Activities visa for job seeking (extendable once for 6 months) for university master's graduates