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United School for Liberal Studies
Doctorate in Communication Studies
- Tokyo, Japan
- Barcelona, Spain
- + 4 more
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Doctor of Philosophy in Management (Ph.D.) in Communication Studies degree awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.


United International Business School
Doctor of Business Administration
- Tokyo, Japan
- Zürich, Switzerland
- + 7 more
DBA
Part time
2 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.


United International Business School
Doctorate of Philosophy (DPhil) in International Management
- Tokyo, Japan
- Antwerp, Belgium
- + 6 more
PhD
Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Doctorate of Philosophy in International Management (DPhil) degree awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.
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United School for Liberal Studies
Doctorate in Global Studies
- Tokyo, Japan
- Barcelona, Spain
- + 4 more
PhD
Full time
2 years
On-Campus, Blended
English
Upon successful completion of the study program students receive an international private Doctorate in Global Studies degree awarded by the school's headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland, based on the recommendation of the faculty of the local campuses where credits were earned.


Ochanomizu University
Ph.D. in Interdisciplinary Gender Studies
- Bunkyo City, Japan
PhD
On-Campus
English
This major was established in April 2005 to form a hub for gender research education. It was the first major in a Doctoral Program offered in Japan that established and emphasized gender research from an interdisciplinary perspective.


Tokyo Christian University
Ph.D. in Theology
- Inzai, Japan
PhD
On-Campus
The doctoral candidates will be engaged in advanced creative theological research with integrated methods in theology. This program aims to train theological researchers and educators who are able to contribute to an increasingly complex church and society concerning theological issues at TCU and other universities and theological institutions inside and outside of Japan and to train leaders who possess high levels of theological expertise and research abilities who can serve in churches, mission organizations, and Christian NPO/NGOs.


Tokyo Medical University
Medicine 6 years of fulfilling "clinical training"
- Shinjuku City, Japan
M.D.
On-Campus
We provide education aimed at "the best medical care in Japan" . Completed normal medical examination in 2 years while studying basic medicine in "early clinical training" in the lower grades, and after reviewing from abnormal to normal in 4 years "PreCC OSCE pre-training" , in 5 or 6 years We will review it by using simulation and bedside teaching. By repeatedly studying medical examination techniques over a period of 6 years, you will be able to develop a high level of "ability to examine patients" .


Tokyo Women's Medical University
Master in Morphology
- Shinjuku City, Japan
M.D.
On-Campus
Tokyo Women’s Medical University School of Medicine underwent a multifaceted medical education assessment by the Japan Accreditation Council for Medical Education (JACME) in November 2019 and was accredited as meeting the global standards in June 2020. Various educational approaches implemented by the entire School of Medicine were highly rated, demonstrating that students receive the highest levels of education in Japan. We are all committed to continuously innovating educational programs and further improving the quality of education. In order to nurture medical professionals who can promote research in medical sciences and make further beneficial contributions to medical sciences and society, we have established the Graduate School of Medical Science (usually a 4-year doctoral course and a 3-year course for exceptional cases). The Ph.D. degree is given to students who have earned sufficient credits and passed the thesis review and final examination. We also offer a basic research doctor training program for undergraduates (3 to 6-year students). This program includes both junior residential training and first and second-year graduate courses. By successfully completing this program, the student earns credits in graduate school, earning a Ph.D. in 4 years after their graduation.


Kitasato University School of Medicine
Dermatology
- Sagamihara, Japan
M.D.
On-Campus
Medical students from other universities, teachers during initial training at other hospitals The Department of Dermatology, Kitasato University Hospital welcomes visits from other universities and hospitals at any time. Medical students can be of any grade if they are interested in dermatology. Please come to the tour and see the scale of our department and the high level of activities. Would you like to feel and interact with the staff? The number of inpatients and outpatients in our ward is one of the largest in Japan. It is a very lively medical office. Medical students and teachers who are still undecided about their future course can also see outside the facility to which they belong. Spreading the word will be a very meaningful experience in the future. Of course, we also welcome one-day tours and several-day tours using long vacations. If you are interested, we are looking forward to hearing from you.


Kitasato University School of Medicine
Neurology Degenerative disease
- Sagamihara, Japan
M.D.
On-Campus
Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer's disease (ATD). The general prevalence is said to be about 150 / 100,000, but there are reports that the number of elderly people in their 70s is over 800, and the number of PD patients is already increasing in Japan, which is a super-aging society. Lewy body dementias, which is associated with dementia and psychiatric symptoms, is also attracting attention as the number of elderly PDs increases. In addition, since the gene analysis of large family PD in the United States in 1997, the gene analysis of familial PD has been actively performed, but the familial PD family called PARK8 was reported by Kitasato University. .. The pathological condition is a decrease in dopamine in the striatum due to degeneration of the substantia nigra, and drug therapy is the main focus. In recent years, a group of diseases in which a specific host protein becomes sparingly soluble due to its higher-order structural conversion and abnormal proteins accumulate in tissues and cells have attracted attention as conformational diseases. 1998 α-synuclein is the main Lewy body. It is a constituent and is considered to be a typical disease along with ATD. Our group provides state-of-the-art medical treatments with high evidence for related diseases, including Parkinson's disease. Furthermore, in these degenerative diseases, poorly soluble proteins accumulated in tissues and cells cause dysfunction of nerve cells, so suppression or elimination of abnormal proteins is considered to be a therapeutic target, and based on these, part of the pathogenesis and treatment We are promoting research to take on the role.


Osaka University
Ph.D. in Management
- Toyonaka, Japan
PhD
On-Campus
The Management Program admits five students annually in preparation for research and teaching careers in the management sciences and related fields of business administration. The program equips future leaders with the conceptual framework and specific skills needed to be successful in business administration. Students take the required courses of Accounting, Finance, Operations Research, Marketing Science, Management Information, Risk Management, Corporate Investment, Financial Engineering, and Statistics.


Tezukayama University
Traditional Japanese Culture (Doctoral Program)
- Nara, Japan
PhD
On-Campus
The Graduate School of Humanities aims to help students explore traditional Japanese culture in a comprehensive and systematic way. By investigating the tangible and intangible aspects of the national culture, students can become highly qualified experts in their chosen field and effective interdisciplinary researchers.


United Nations University
PhD Programme on Innovation, Economics and Governance for Development (IEGD)
- Shibuya City, Japan
PhD
On-Campus
The Ph.D. Programme on Innovation, Economics, and Governance for Development (IEGD) is a multidisciplinary course offered by UNU-MERIT and its School of Governance. The programme focuses on research skills and methods, training fellows to become both scholars and practitioners in the fields of governance and the economics of technology. The programme provides advanced training in the knowledge and skills most relevant to the economics of technology and innovation, and to governance, social protection, and migration. Built around a core of courses on innovation and development, the programme also features modules on the economics of technological change, complex social systems, governance and policy evaluation, social protection, and migration. During their first year, fellows complete an intensive programme of required and elective courses, taught by leading scholars of UNU-MERIT and our partner universities. These courses are taught in English, in Maastricht, and spread across two semesters, starting in September each year. The course work is followed by three years of dissertation research and writing, ending with a completed Ph.D. thesis. At the end of the programme, the doctoral degree is awarded by Maastricht University upon successful defense of the thesis. Our students pursue a wide variety of dissertation topics, fitting into any of the institute’s eight research themes: 1. Economics of Knowledge and Innovation 2. Structural Change and Economic Development 3. Economic Complexity and Innovation 4. Governance and institutions 5. Innovation and Entrepreneurship for Sustainability Transitions 6. Migration and Development 7. Social Protection 8. Population, Development and Labour Economics


Waseda University
Doctoral Program in Global Japanese Literary and Cultural Studies
- Shinjuku City, Japan
PhD
On-Campus
English
Global-J develops human resources who are fully capable of participating in overseas English-language scholarly environments, grounded in the scholarly accomplishments in Japanese literature and culture of Waseda University. In contrast to existing conventional Japanese-language courses in Japanese literature, which aim to produce research papers for Japanese-language academic journals and to place graduates in Japanese-language education institutions


Hirosaki University
Doctor of Medicine
- Hirosaki, Japan
M.D.
Full time
On-Campus
English
The characteristic curriculum of the School of Medicine involves labs, including early exposure, various basic and professional labs, clinical training, and clinical clerkship. For the early exposure program, students can experience medical practice primarily by observation soon after admission.
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Doctoral degree programs in Japan offer a unique combination of rigorous academic training and cultural immersion. The emphasis on research encourages students to refine their critical thinking and analytical skills while exploring advanced topics in their chosen fields.
Students engage in a structure that prioritizes independent research, often culminating in a dissertation that contributes new knowledge to their area of study. This approach fosters independence, allowing students to build confidence as they navigate both local and international academic landscapes. Doctoral programs typically involve close collaboration with faculty advisors, who guide students through their research projects, ensuring thorough professional development.
Graduates of these programs gain expertise that is applicable globally, making them competitive candidates in various sectors, including academia, research institutions, and industry. Japan's strong focus on innovation and technology provides a valuable backdrop for doctoral students, equipping them with the skills necessary to thrive in an interconnected world.