OpenFieldMaster of Science in Sports and Health Sciences: Winter Athletics Track
Two-year graduate degree exploring athletic biomechanics, exercise physiology in sub-zero alpine environments, athletic coaching psychology, and sports injury 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 Sports Science, Physical Education, or Kinesiology.
- English language proficiency
- JLPT N2 or higher (Japanese-taught program).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Detailed 2,000-character research proposal (Kenkyu Keikakusho) and bachelor's thesis summary.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic recommendation letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Hokusho University Graduate Tuition Reductions of 30% to 50% for international scholars
- Application fee
- ¥200,000 matriculation fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥780,000 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 20, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hokusho University - Sapporo Maruyama Campus documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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