OpenFieldMaster of Education in Special Needs & Developmental Psychology
Two-year professional master's degree training pedagogical specialists and clinical educators in autism spectrum interventions, learning disabilities, and inclusive classroom design.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or related field (minimum 2.8/4.0)
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N2 required for school observation
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research proposal on inclusive education frameworks for neurodivergent children
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee evaluation letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Hokkyodai National Tuition Reduction (50% to 100% tuition exemption)
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 JPY
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800 JPY/year (statutory national university tuition)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (Spring 2027 entrance examination)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hokkaido University of Education documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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