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    Master's in Urban Management

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    Kyoto, JPMScIn-person2 years
    ¥107,160
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    12
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    ¥10,000
    App fee

    Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Kyoto, JP. Tuition is ¥107,160.

    About the program

    The program covers urban and regional development, focusing on managing civil infrastructures and addressing environmental issues, particularly in developing countries of Asia and Africa. It includes core subjects on urban problems and specialized groups in urban society planning, lifeline management, and geo-water management.

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    Deadlines

    Term 2027
    Jun 10, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min We do not determine the minimum requirement for an IELTS, TOEFL or TOEIC score. Official Score Certificate of TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC (or Form 1: Letter of English Proficiency Statement)
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    Min We do not determine the minimum requirement for an IELTS, TOEFL or TOEIC score. Official Score Certificate of TOEFL, IELTS or TOEIC (or Form 1: Letter of English Proficiency Statement)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Up to 12 months for job hunting (Designated Activities visa)

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University is ¥107,160 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University online or in-person?
    Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University take to complete?
    Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    How large is the Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University cohort?
    Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University typically enrolls around 12 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master's in Urban Management at Kyoto University: Up to 12 months for job hunting (Designated Activities visa)