Nara Medical University

Japan World Rank #1681

Overview

English Name: Nara Medical University
Control Type: Public
World Rank: #1681
Rank in Japan: #63

A public institution based in Kashihara-city, Japan, Nara Medical University operates as a higher-education provider within Japan's academic ecosystem.

Teaching at Nara Medical University covers multiple qualification levels, delivered through multiple faculties. The institution maintains a catalogue of active programmes spanning undergraduate and postgraduate routes.

On academic rankings, Nara Medical University is ranked #1681 globally and #63 within Japan. The institution participates in Japan's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.

Location & Contact

Below are the location pin, postal details, and primary contact methods for Nara Medical University. International applicants should account for postal mail processing time when sending physical documents.

Address: 840 Shijo-cho
Postal Code: 634-8521
Social Media:

Academic Details

Academic statistics for Nara Medical University — including its student body and academic staff numbers. Read these alongside rankings; institution scale changes how rankings should be interpreted.

Academic Year: April to March (April-July; September-December; January-March)
Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)
Admission Requirements: Graduation from high school and entrance examination

Degrees

Nara Medical University's academic tracks grouped by qualification level. Some awards are conferred by Nara Medical University directly, others validated by a partner institution; the distinction matters for credential portability.

Other 4 programs
  • Biomedicine
  • Community Health
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine

Faculties & Divisions

The structure of Nara Medical University's faculties, with subjects each houses. Subject-area research clusters often cross faculty boundaries — check the institution's research strategy for active clusters.

Education Development (Centre) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Education
  • Teacher Training

Common Career Paths

  • Teacher
  • Educational Administrator
  • Curriculum Specialist

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

Medicine (Graduate School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biomedicine
  • Community Health
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

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

Advanced Medicine (Research Division) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Cardiology
  • Computer Science
  • Genetics
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Medicine
  • Neurology
  • Radiology

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

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

Medicine (School) 41 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Anaesthesiology
  • Anatomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology
  • Cardiology
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Community Health
  • Dermatology
  • English
  • Epidemiology
  • Forensic Medicine and Dentistry
  • German
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Information Sciences
  • Mathematics
  • Medicine
  • Microbiology
  • Neurology
  • Neurosciences
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Oncology
  • Ophthalmology
  • Orthopaedics
  • Otorhinolaryngology
  • Paediatrics
  • Parasitology
  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Philosophy
  • Physical Education
  • Physics
  • Physiology
  • Psychiatry and Mental Health
  • Public Health
  • Radiology
  • Statistics
  • Surgery
  • Treatment Techniques
  • Urology

Common Career Paths

  • Physician
  • Medical Researcher
  • Clinical Specialist

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

Nursing (School) 9 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Community Health
  • English
  • Gerontology
  • Health Sciences
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing
  • Paediatrics
  • Philosophy
  • Psychiatry and Mental Health

Common Career Paths

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse

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

Programs Offered

Look through Nara Medical University's programmes by level or filter for keywords. Programme-level scholarships exist alongside institution-wide ones; the programme page typically lists them.

Bachelor's Degree

2 programmes

Nara Medical University runs 2 programmes at bachelor's level — undergraduate programmes that usually span three to four years and serve as the standard entry route into a profession or further study.

Faculty of Medicine 医学部 Medicine
Faculty of Nursing 看護学部 Nursing

Master's Degree

17 programmes

There are 17 programmes to choose from at Nara Medical University for graduates, aimed at advanced expertise, a career change, or a stepping stone toward doctoral research.

Graduate School of Nursing - Human Mind and Brain Development 看護学研究科 人間心理脳発達領域 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Department of Public Health Nursing 看護学研究科 公衆衛生看護学領域 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Department of Practical Fundamental Nursing 看護学研究科 実践基礎看護学領域 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Cancer Nursing 看護学研究科 がん看護学 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Home Care Nursing 看護学研究科 在宅看護学 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Women's Health and Midwifery 看護学研究科 女性健康看護学 Midwifery
Graduate School of Nursing - Child Health Nursing 看護学研究科 小児看護学 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Geriatric Nursing 看護学研究科 老年看護学 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Nursing Practice Application 看護学研究科 看護実践応用領域 Nursing
Graduate School of Nursing - Division of Fundamental Nursing 看護学研究科 基礎看護学領域 Nursing
Graduate School of Medicine - Biology of Ageing 医学研究科 加齢生物学 Medicine
Graduate School of Medicine - Department of Health Management 医学研究科 健康管理学 Healthcare Administration
Graduate School of Medicine - Department of Public Health 医学研究科 公衆衛生学 Public Health
Graduate School of Medicine - Embryology 医学研究科 発生学 Medicine
Graduate School of Medicine - Medicine-based Town (MBT) 医学研究科 医学・医療と町づくり Medicine
Graduate School of Medicine - Biomedical Polymer Chemistry 医学研究科 生体高分子化学 Materials Science
Graduate School of Medicine - Respiratory Medicine 医学研究科 呼吸器内科学 Medicine

Doctorate

1 programme

Nara Medical University lists 1 programme awarding a doctorate — the apex qualification for those pursuing research leadership or an academic career.

Graduate School of Medicine - Medical Sciences (Doctoral) 医学研究科 医学系専攻(博士課程) Medicine

How to apply to Nara Medical University

The standard application path for Nara Medical University, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Nara Medical University

    Use the programme finder to browse Nara Medical University's 20 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Programme-level requirements at Nara Medical University typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Nara Medical University processes applications through www.naramed-u.ac.jp. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.

  5. 5
    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nara Medical University

Concise answers to the most-searched questions about Nara Medical University, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.

Where can I find Nara Medical University?

The institution is located in Kashihara-city, Japan.

Is Nara Medical University public or private?

Nara Medical University operates as a public institution.

How is Nara Medical University ranked?

It ranks #1681 globally and #63 in Japan.

Is Nara Medical University officially recognised?

The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).

Where can I learn more about Nara Medical University?

Nara Medical University's official website is www.naramed-u.ac.jp.

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