OpenFieldMaster of Arts in International Relations and Asia-Pacific Security
Two-year master's program examining great power competition, nuclear deterrence, human rights, peacebuilding diplomacy, and maritime security in the Indo-Pacific.
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 Political Science, Economics, History, or related discipline (GPA >= 3.0).
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's research thesis outline (1,500 words) and CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Konosuke Matsushita Memorial Foundation fellowships up to ¥120,000 monthly
- Application fee
- ¥300,000
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥1,600,000 per academic year
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- March 24, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official International University of Japan - Tokyo Research & Liaison Center documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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