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Policy Science

Ritsumeikan University
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Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Kyoto, Japan
Language English

Program Overview

The Policy Science at Ritsumeikan University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 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 humanities. 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 Policy Science 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. Location: Kyoto, Japan

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Policy Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Introduction to Public Policy
  2. Introduction to Sustainable Development
  3. Introduction to Social Management
  4. Policy Case Reading I (Studies in Culture and Public Policy)
  5. Policy Case Reading I (Environmental Policy Analysis)
  6. Policy Case Reading I (Japan Studies)
  7. Policy Case Reading II (Japan Studies)
  8. Policy Case Reading II (Planning Science and Technology)
  9. Policy Case Reading II (Social Welfare Policy)
  10. Policy Case Reading II (Statistical Analysis for Policy Studies)
  11. Policy Case Writing I
  12. Policy Case Writing II
  13. Participatory Case Research Analysis
  14. Social Survey Data Archive Analysis
  15. Advanced Policy Studies
  16. Policy Science Special Lecture

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements


Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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Application Information
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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