OpenFieldKyushu University Master of Arts in International Relations & East Asian Studies (LL.M./M.A.)
One to two-year English-taught Master's program analyzing transnational commercial law, diplomatic security in the Asia-Pacific, and global environmental governance.
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 Law, Political Science, Economics, or Humanities with minimum 3.0/4.0 GPA.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Analytical writing sample or research proposal on East Asian economic integration or international law.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Asian Development Bank - Japan Scholarship Program (full tuition, living allowance, and travel)
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 examination fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥535,800/year.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 31, 2027 (ADB-JSP and general international 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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