Doctorate programs in Japan

This listing covers doctorate programs in Japan. Check durations, tuition and admission details, and refine the results with the sidebar filters.

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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. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

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Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Engineering & Technology each have their own browsable page for Japan. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in Japan?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

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Graduate School of Sports Sciences

Nihon University THE 2026 #1501-2191

Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan

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

Degree: Doctorate

Field: Sport and Exercise Science

Doctorate programs in Japan

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in Japan?

Which fields of study can I browse in Japan?

How much does it cost to study in Japan?

How do I choose the right program?

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