OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy (PhD) in International Relations & Public Governance
Three-year doctoral program training scholars and policy analysts in quantitative political methodology, international political economy, development economics, and multilateral governance.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Master's degree in International Relations, Public Administration, or Economics (GPA >= 3.5).
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 95.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE General Test required for economics and quantitative tracks.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Five-page comprehensive doctoral dissertation research proposal and master's thesis.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- IUJ Doctoral Teaching and Research Assistantships providing full tuition waiver plus ¥150,000/month
- Application fee
- ¥300,000
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥1,500,000 per year (waived)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 22, 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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