OpenFieldAichi University PhD in Modern Chinese Studies
Doctoral research program (Hakushi-koki-katei) within Japan's pioneering Graduate School of Modern Chinese Studies, affiliated with the Institute for Contemporary Chinese Studies (ICCS), offering deep multidisciplinary investigation into Chinese politics, economy, and society.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect the published university and program information available at the last review. Where a requirement is not specified, that is not an exemption.
- GPA / Academic degree
- Completed Master's degree in Asian Studies, International Relations, Economics, or related social sciences.
- IELTS / Language requirements
- JLPT N1 or proven academic Japanese proficiency; reading comprehension in modern Chinese or English depending on thesis topic.
- GRE / Standardized tests
- Not required.
- Published paper / Research thesis
- Master's degree thesis (or summary of completed academic papers) and comprehensive doctoral research plan (Form 3).
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic recommendation letters, graduation certificate, and official academic transcripts.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Eligible for Aichi University Doctoral Research Fellowships, ICCS Research Assistantships (RA), and Monbukagakusho (MEXT) Honors Scholarships
- Application fee
- ¥30,000 application examination fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Standard tuition approx. ¥720,000 per year (reduced by 30% to approx. ¥504,000 for eligible international students).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 20, 2027 (Phase 2 winter selection for April 2027 enrollment)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Aichi University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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