Gifu Women's University

Gifu-shi, Japan Founded 1968

Overview

English Name: Gifu Women's University
Acronyms: GWU
Founded: 1968
Control Type: Private

Gifu Women's University traces its founding to 1968 and has since operated as a private university in Gifu-shi, Japan. The institution maintains a higher-education provider status.

Academically, Gifu Women's University delivers teaching across multiple qualification levels. Its institutional structure includes multiple faculties and runs a catalogue of active programmes across multiple disciplines.

Location & Contact

Address book entry for Gifu Women's University: location, phone, email, web, and social channels. The press or media office handles institutional inquiries; admissions handles student-specific queries.

Address: 80 Taromaru
Postal Code: 501-2592
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Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Gifu Women's University are summarised below. These numbers help you size the institution against your shortlist and weigh academic depth alongside programme fit.

Accrediting Agency: Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE)

Degrees

The degree levels available at Gifu Women's University — bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and others — are organised below. Each tier signals a different depth of specialisation and minimum study duration.

Other 3 programs
  • Education
  • Home Economics
  • Literature

Faculties & Divisions

Each faculty at Gifu Women's University covers specific subject clusters. Cross-faculty supervision arrangements at the postgraduate level are sometimes available for students whose research spans disciplines.

Cultural Creativity Studies (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Archiving
  • Painting and Drawing
  • Tourism
Elementary Education (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Child Care and Development
  • Primary Education
  • Teacher Training
  • Vocational Counselling

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Health and Nutrition (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Food Science
  • Health Sciences
  • Nutrition
Life Science (Department/Division) 12 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Child Care and Development
  • Clothing and Sewing
  • Dietetics
  • Educational Psychology
  • Environmental Studies
  • Family Studies
  • Fashion Design
  • Food Science
  • Home Economics
  • Information Sciences
  • Nutrition

Common Career Paths

  • Research Scientist
  • Lab Technician
  • Analyst

Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.

Graduate Studies (Graduate School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Cultural Studies
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Primary Education

Programs Offered

All active programmes at Gifu Women's University are listed by degree level. Cross-reference against the divisions section to identify which faculty owns each programme — that determines admissions handling.

Bachelor's Degree

2 programmes

Browse 2 programmes at Gifu Women's University for undergraduate entry. Each combines core theory with the credits needed to progress toward honours or a master's.

Department of Cultural Creation 文化創造学科
Department of Home Economics 家政学部 Economics

Master's Degree

3 programmes

Gifu Women's University offers 3 programmes at master's level — postgraduate programmes that deepen a specialism, usually over one to two years after a bachelor's degree.

Graduate School of Cultural Creation Studies 文化創造学研究科
Graduate School of Living Science 生活科学研究科 Family & Consumer Science
Graduate School of Cultural Creation Studies (Distance Learning) 文化創造学研究科(通信教育課程) Education & Teaching

How to apply to Gifu Women's University

A short guide to applying to Gifu Women's University — five steps covering the path from programme selection to confirmation of receipt.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Gifu Women's University offers 5 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Each programme at Gifu Women's University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Apply directly via Gifu Women's University's online portal at gijodai.jp. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gifu Women's University

Concise answers to the most-searched questions about Gifu Women's University, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.

In what year was Gifu Women's University established?

Gifu Women's University was founded in 1968 (approximately 58 years ago).

Where can I find Gifu Women's University?

The institution is located in Gifu-shi, Japan.

What is Gifu Women's University's control type?

Gifu Women's University operates as a private institution.

Is Gifu Women's University accredited?

The institution holds recognition from Japan Institution for Higher Education Evaluation (JIHEE).

What is Gifu Women's University's official website?

You can find Gifu Women's University online at gijodai.jp.

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