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Doctoral Program Admissions
後期（博士）課程入試情報
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Support Systems and Initiatives for Working Professionals
Long-term Study System, Course Offerings, Online Instruction
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Testimonies from Alumni
The Path to Obtaining a Doctoral Degree, Post-Graduation Career Planning, Research Activities During Enrollment, Balancing Studies and Career
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Testimonies from Current Students
Coursework, Research Activities During Enrollment, Balancing Studies and Career
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Statistics
Number of working professional alumni to date, etc
Application Guidelines and Application Forms
For those who wish to enroll in the Doctoral Program
2026 Academic Year Entrance Examination (April 2026 Admission) / 2025 Academic Year Entrance Examination
In this entrance examination, evaluation will be based on a document review and an online oral examination. Furthermore, if there are any changes to the information or implementation methods after the publication of this Graduate School’s application guidelines, they will be announced on this page. Please check this page regularly before submitting your application.
Application Guidelines and Application Form Files
Examination Schedule
| Summer (October or April Enrollment) | |
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| Application Period | Friday, June 6, 2025 – Monday, June 9, 2025 |
| Examination Date | Saturday, July 5, 2025 |
Programs and Admissions Capacity
| Department of International Public Policy | 11 Students |
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| Department of Comparative Public Policy | 10 students |
| Total | 21 students |
Selection Process and Examination Schedule
Selection Process
In order to assess your sense of purpose, basic knowledge, logical thinking, and presentation skills, we will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your research plan, an oral examination based on that plan, and your English proficiency (applicants for the Doctoral program are required to have English proficiency equivalent to that of a Master’s program graduate).
For details regarding application eligibility and examination methods, please refer to the “Application Guidelines” file above.
Examination Schedule
| Winter Schedule (April Admission) | |
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| Application Period | Thursday, November 20, 2025 – Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Examination Date |
| Examination Date | Saturday, January 31, 2026 |
※The entrance examination briefings for the 2025 academic year were held on May 16 for the spring session. The autumn session is scheduled for Friday, November 7.。
Matriculation Fee
(as of 2025)
| Application Fee | 30,000 yen |
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| Admission Fee (As of April 1, 2025) |
Enrollment Fee: 282,000 yen Tuition Fee 267,900 yen (First Semester) (Annual amount: 535,800 yen) |
Policy
Educational Objectives, Diploma Policy, Curriculum Policy
Contact Us
Educational Affairs Section, Osaka School of International Public Policy, University of Osaka
- Address
- 1-31 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka City, Osaka 560-0043
- kyomu@osipp.osaka-u.ac.jp
- Office Hours
- 9:00-11:30／12:30-17:00