OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Environmental Biotechnology & Marine Conservation
Doctoral research analyzing microplastic degradation in Hakata Bay, mangrove carbon sequestration, and marine microbial enzymes in East Asian coastal systems.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in Environmental Science, Aquatic Biology, or Biochemistry
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 75+ or IELTS 6.0+
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis and 4-page research plan on coastal marine pollution or microbial bioremediation
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters from university professors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- FWU Special Doctoral Research Fellowship (tuition waiver + ¥70,000 JPY/month stipend)
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 JPY
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800 JPY/year (50%–100% tuition exemption available)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 20, 2027 (Spring 2027 entry)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Fukuoka Women's University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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