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    Master's Program in Japanese Studies

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    Toyonaka, JPMAIn-person2 yearsEnglish or Japanese
    ¥1,071,600
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    17
    Cohort
    students
    ¥30,000
    App fee

    Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University is a 2-year, in-person MA program based in Toyonaka, JP. Tuition is ¥1,071,600.

    About the program

    The program nurtures researchers in Japanese Studies through courses in Japanese Buddhism, Japanese Economics, Japanese Intellectual History, Japanese History, Japanese Literature, Japanese Language Pedagogy, and Japanese Linguistics.

    Focus: research

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    Post-study work rights

    up to 12 months job-seeking visa (Designated Activities) for graduates

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University is ¥1,071,600.
    Is Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University online or in-person?
    Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University take to complete?
    Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University is structured around 2 years.
    How large is the Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University cohort?
    Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University typically enrolls around 17 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master's Program in Japanese Studies at Osaka University: up to 12 months job-seeking visa (Designated Activities) for graduates