OpenFieldMaster of Agricultural Science in Fermentation Science & Brewing
Japan's unique world-leading graduate department in fermentation, researching koji mold genetics (Aspergillus oryzae), sake brewing, vinegar bio-reactors, and probiotic microbes.
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 Chemistry, Microbiology, Agricultural Science, or Biology
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 79 or JLPT N2
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research proposal focusing on microbial metabolism or fermentation biochemistry
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Industry-sponsored brewing and microbiology laboratory assistantships
- Application fee
- ¥35,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥980,000 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 10, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Tokyo University of Agriculture documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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