Program Overview
The Bilingual Master´s Degree Program in Laws at Kyushu University is a LLM programme in Law over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Bilingual Master´s Degree Program in Laws programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Japan and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: EUR 2,340 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 2,340 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Fukuoka, Japan
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bilingual Master´s Degree Program in Laws programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- A 20-credit coursework requirement (approximately five courses per semester over one year/two semesters). Courses may be chosen from a wide selection undergraduate and graduate level classes offered by the Faculty of Law in both Japanese and English.
- A 50 pages Masters thesis written in either English or Japanese on any legal subject agreed in consultation with the academic supervisor.
- A 20 pages summary in the other language is also required.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For admission to BiP, students must meet the following requirements:
- An undergraduate degree in either Law OR Japanese/East Asian Studies.
- A good command of oral, written and reading Japanese. Although there is no formal Japanese language requirement for BiP, an interview will be conducted with all candidates to ensure that students have the ability to fully participate in courses taught in Japanese. In addition, students will be obliged to submit a personal statement written in Japanese as part of the application process.
- A good command of English. A TOEFL score of 213+ (computer-based), 550+ (paper-based), or 79+ (internet-based) or equivalent is required for non-native English speakers.
- Sufficient financial support for the duration of the program.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 2,340 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 2,340 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 2,340 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; EUR 2,340 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kyushu University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Kyushu University
Kyushu University
Fukuoka, Japan
higher education institution in Fukuoka, Japan
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
