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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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1,246 programs found

PhD in Medical Communication

Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare

Kurashiki-shi, Okayama, Japan

kawasaki-m.ac.jp/mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Communication Studies

PhD in Medical Welfare Design

Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare

Kurashiki-shi, Okayama, Japan

kawasaki-m.ac.jp/mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Applied Design

PhD in Medical Data Science

Kawasaki University of Medical Welfare

Kurashiki-shi, Okayama, Japan

kawasaki-m.ac.jp/mw University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Data Science & Analytics

Japanese Language and Literature (Doctor's)

Yasuda Women's University

Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Literature

English and American Literature (Doctor's)

Yasuda Women's University

Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: English Language Studies

Education (Doctor's)

Yasuda Women's University

Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Education & Teaching

Clinical Psychology (Doctor's)

Yasuda Women's University

Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Clinical Psychology

Pharmacy (Doctor's)

Yasuda Women's University

Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Pharmacy

Nursing (Doctor's)

Yasuda Women's University

Hiroshima-shi, Hiroshima, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Nursing

PhD in Medical Science Specialization

Morinomiya University of Medical Sciences

Osaka, Ōsaka, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Natural Sciences

Nursing Science Doctoral Program

Morinomiya University of Medical Sciences

Osaka, Ōsaka, Japan

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Degree: Doctorate

Field: Nursing

Graduate School of Social Welfare - Social Welfare Doctorate

Hokusei Gakuen University

Sapporo-shi, Hokkaidō, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Social Work

PhD in Health and Welfare Specialization

Tohoku Bunka Gakuen University

Sendai-shi, Miyagi, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

PhD in Living Environment Information Specialization

Tohoku Bunka Gakuen University

Sendai-shi, Miyagi, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Information Systems & Technology

PhD in Health Science

Kitakatsuragi-gun, Nara, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Health Sciences

Clinical Welfare - Doctoral Program

Kansai University of Welfare Sciences

Osaka, Ōsaka, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Doctoral Program in Linguistic Science

Kanda University of International Studies

Chiba-shi, Chiba, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Graduate School of Human Life Science - Doctoral Program

Koriyama Women's University

Koriyama-shi, Fukushima, Japan

koriyama-kgc.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Religious Studies

Graduate School of Bioenvironmental Science (Doctoral)

Kyoto University of Advanced Science

Kyoto City, Kyoto, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Environmental Sciences

Graduate School of Engineering (Doctoral)

Kyoto University of Advanced Science

Kyoto City, Kyoto, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: General Engineering

Doctoral Program in Life Studies

Sugiyama Jogakuen University

Nagoya-shi, Aichi, Japan

sugiyama-u.ac.jp/en University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Religious Studies

Graduate School of Nutritional Sciences - Doctoral Program

Sagami Women's University

Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa, Japan

sagami-wu.ac.jp University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Nutrition & Dietetics

PhD in Pharmaceutical Science

Niigata University of Pharmacy and Medical and Life Sciences

Niigata-shi, Niigata, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Pharmacy

PhD in Applied Bioscience

Niigata University of Pharmacy and Medical and Life Sciences

Niigata-shi, Niigata, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Natural Sciences

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