OpenFieldDoctor of Philosophy in International Relations
Three-year doctoral dissertation research program producing independent scholars and university professors in international security, regional integration, and global diplomacy.
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, Political Science, or International Law.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0+ or TOEFL iBT 90+.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Master's thesis copy, 5-page doctoral research proposal, published academic articles, and comprehensive CV.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation from thesis supervisors.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Full doctoral fellowship covering 100% tuition waiver plus monthly research stipend
- Application fee
- ¥5,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Fully waived for qualifying doctoral scholars
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 10, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Tokyo Kokusai University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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