OpenFieldMaster of Science in Advanced Nursing Practice Enrolment
Two-year postgraduate degree preparing Certified Nurse Specialists (CNS) in cancer nursing, geriatric nursing care, and hospital infection prevention.
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 Nursing and valid Japanese Registered Nurse license with 3+ years clinical experience
- English language proficiency
- Japanese C1/N1; reading knowledge of English medical literature
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Clinical research proposal on advanced patient care protocols
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional/academic recommendations
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- MEXT nursing scholarships and hospital continuing education grants
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥980,000 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Kobe Women's University (Port Island Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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