OpenFieldDoshisha Master of Arts in Global Studies (English-Taught)
Two-year English-taught Master's program in the cultural heart of Kyoto, offering specialized research clusters in Global Society, International Business and Development, and Peace and Conflict Studies.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Four-year Bachelor's degree in humanities, social sciences, or international relations with minimum 3.0 GPA.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 92.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Academic essay (2,000 words) on contemporary global politics, culture, or international business.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic referee letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Doshisha University Merit Scholarships providing 20% to 100% tuition reduction awards
- Application fee
- ¥15,000 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥920,000/year before merit scholarships.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 (International applicant round for Fall intake)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Doshisha University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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