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    Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies

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    Leiden, NLMAIn-person2 years
    €44,600.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    17
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Leiden, NL. Tuition is €44,600.

    About the program

    Two-year program focused on advanced Japanese language proficiency and graduate-level research on modern and pre-modern Japan. Includes semesters 1 and 4 at Leiden University with language courses and electives, and a full academic year at a partner university in Japan for coursework, research, and thesis preparation.

    Focus: research
    Times Higher Ed top 30 Humanities faculties

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
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    Min TOEFL internet based: 90 overall, with at least 4.0 (new 1-6 scale as of 21 January 2026) or 20 (old 0-30 scale) for each separate component.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS Academic modules only, on paper or on computer: 6.5 overall, with at least 6.0 for each separate component score.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months Orientation Year / Zoekjaar visa (Netherlands)

    €13,800.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University is €44,600 across 120 required credits.
    Is Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University online or in-person?
    Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University is offered in-person.
    How long does Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University take to complete?
    Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 7.0 (Dutch grading system) for the entire bachelor's programme, and a grade for the bachelor's thesis of a 7.0 or higher
    How large is the Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University cohort?
    Asian Studies (120 EC): Japanese Studies at Leiden University typically enrolls around 17 students per cohort.