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Doctorate programs in Japan

Japan lists doctorate programs from institutions across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Japan?

Programs in Japan are offered at these levels: Diploma, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree, Doctorate, Professional Doctorate.

Which fields of study can I browse in Japan?

Fields you can browse in Japan include Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology.

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1,241 programs found

PhD in Division of Frontier Informatics

Kyoto Sangyo University THE 2024 #1501-1904

Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Japan

kyoto-su.ac.jp/index-e.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Information Systems & Technology

PhD in Division of Life Sciences

Kyoto Sangyo University THE 2024 #1501-1904

Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, Japan

kyoto-su.ac.jp/index-e.html University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Religious Studies

The Graduate School of Economics - Doctoral Program

Soka University QS 2026 #1401-1501

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

soka.ac.jp/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Economics

The Graduate School of Law - Doctoral Program

Soka University QS 2026 #1401-1501

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

soka.ac.jp/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Law

The Graduate School of Letters - Doctoral Program

Soka University QS 2026 #1401-1501

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

soka.ac.jp/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

The Graduate School of Education - Doctoral Program

Soka University QS 2026 #1401-1501

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

soka.ac.jp/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Education & Teaching

The Graduate School of Science and Engineering - Doctoral Program

Soka University QS 2026 #1401-1501

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

soka.ac.jp/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: General Engineering

Mathematical Science Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Mathematics

Eco-Environmental Science Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Environmental Sciences

Life Science Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Religious Studies

Cosmic and Earth Science Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Earth Sciences & Geology

Materials Science Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Materials Science

Chemical and Biological Systems Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Biological Sciences

Mechanical Systems Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Mechanical Engineering

Electronics Engineering Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Robotics & Automation

Architecture Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Architecture

Information Systems Program (Doctoral)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Information Systems & Technology

Veterinary Science (Doctoral Program)

Okayama University of Science THE 2026 #1501-2191

Okayama-shi, Okayama, Japan

ous.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Veterinary Medicine

Law (Doctor)

Meijo University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

meijo-u.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Law

Economics (Doctor)

Meijo University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

meijo-u.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Economics

Human Studies (Doctor)

Meijo University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

meijo-u.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies

Urban Information Studies (Doctor)

Meijo University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

meijo-u.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Information Systems & Technology

Science and Technology (Doctor)

Meijo University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

meijo-u.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: General Engineering

Agriculture (Doctor)

Meijo University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

meijo-u.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Agriculture

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