OpenFieldMaster of Arts in International Relations & Asia-Pacific Studies
Specialized postgraduate program exploring diplomatic history, East Asian maritime governance, security architecture, and cross-border trade policy.
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 International Relations, Political Science, or Humanities
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 85
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- 1,500-word research proposal and undergraduate graduation thesis summary
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic recommendation letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Monbukagakusho (MEXT) university recommendation tracks available
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kobe City University of Foreign Studies documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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