OpenFieldKyushu University International Graduate Program in Biological Sciences & Agriculture
Three-year doctoral curriculum focusing on functional genomics, marine biotechnology, bioresource utilization, and molecular plant pathology.
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 Biological Sciences, Agricultural Chemistry, or Biotechnology.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Published research papers or detailed thesis report.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic recommendations.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- MEXT and JASSO Honors Scholarships providing ¥48,000/month plus university tuition waivers
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 examination fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800/year (50% or 100% waiver available based on financial need).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 30, 2027 (Autumn intake deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kyushu University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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