Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences

Ōita-shi, Japan • Founded 1998

Updated May 2026

Overview

English Name: Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences
Founded: 1998
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public

Based in Ōita-shi, Japan, Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences is a public university that traces its founding to 1998. It functions as a higher-education provider within Japan's higher-education sector.

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences runs a catalogue of active programmes across multiple qualification levels, with teaching organised under multiple faculties. The breadth of its catalogue serves a varied applicant profile.

Location & Contact

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences's coordinates, postal address, and the contact channels admissions teams respond on. Campus tour bookings often have their own page distinct from general contact channels.

Address: 2944-9 Megusuno
Postal Code: 870-1201
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Academic Details

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences's scale, faculty balance, and academic recognition. Staff-with-doctorate share often signals research culture more reliably than headline research output figures.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT)

Degrees

Explore the degree tracks available at Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences — from foundation routes through to doctoral programmes. Each level prepares graduates for distinct career or research trajectories.

Other 7 programs
  • Community Health
  • Gerontology
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing
  • Paediatrics

Faculties & Divisions

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences's subject-coverage map. Specialised laboratories and facilities are usually controlled by their host faculty, which affects access for cross-departmental students.

Basic Nursing (Department/Division) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Nursing

Common Career Paths

  • Registered Nurse
  • Clinical Nurse
  • Public Health Nurse

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

Clinical Nursing (Department/Division) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Gerontology
  • Health Sciences
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing
  • Paediatrics
  • 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.

Community Health Nursing (Department/Division) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Community Health
  • Health Administration
  • International Studies
  • Nursing
  • Public 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.

Health Sciences (Department/Division) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biology
  • Computer Science
  • Health Sciences
  • Modern Languages
  • Pathology
  • Psychology
  • Sports
  • Statistics

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) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Community Health
  • Gerontology
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing
  • Paediatrics

Programs Offered

Look through Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences's programmes by level or filter for keywords. Programme-level scholarships exist alongside institution-wide ones; the programme page typically lists them.

9 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in Japan

Bachelor's Degree 1 programme

Bachelor of Nursing
Nursing

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Master's Degree 6 programmes

Master's Program in Health Science
Health Sciences

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Master's Program in Nursing - Broad-based Nursing Course
Nursing

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Master's Program in Nursing - Midwifery Course
Midwifery

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Master's Program in Nursing - NP Course
Nursing

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Master's Program in Nursing - Nursing Management & Recurrent Course
Nursing

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Master's Program in Nursing - Researcher Development Course
Nursing

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Doctorate 2 programmes

Doctor of Nursing Practice Course
Nursing

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Doctoral Program in Nursing - Researcher Course
Nursing

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How to apply to Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences

How to apply to Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences — a five-step structure with notes on documents, channels, and timing for each phase.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Start by exploring the programmes section on this page. Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences runs 9 active programmes across multiple degree levels. Narrow by qualification tier and read each programme description before shortlisting.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Before applying to Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences, confirm you meet the academic, language, and document requirements for your chosen programme. International applicants should also check visa eligibility for Japan.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Standard documents: official transcripts, identity proof, language test results, personal statement, and references. Confirm exact requirements with Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences's admissions office before assembling, as expectations vary by programme.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Lodge your application through the official website (www.oita-nhs.ac.jp). Online forms are the standard route. Save your draft frequently and submit before the programme deadline.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Verify your application has been received by the admissions team. Monitor the portal for status updates, interview invitations, or document requests, and respond within the stated deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences

Short Q&A on the institutional facts that matter most when shortlisting Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences as a study destination.

When did Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences open?

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences traces its founding to 1998 (approximately 28 years ago).

In which city is Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences?

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences is based in Ōita-shi, Japan.

Is Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences public or private?

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences is a public institution.

Who recognises Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences?

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences is accredited by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT).

How do I find Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences online?

Oita University of Nursing and Health Sciences's official website is www.oita-nhs.ac.jp.

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