Program Overview
The Public Policy at The University of Tokyo is a Master 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 Public Policy 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 4,543 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Tokyo, Japan
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Economic Policy, Finance and Development(EPFD
- Public Management and International Relations(PMIR)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be eligible for admission to an MPP/IP program, applicants must hold a Bachelors degree or its equivalent.
Applicants must have completed at least 16 years of education including at the university level, or its equivalent. Applicants who have spent fewer than 16 years completing their elementary, middle school, high school and university education must explain in detail their academic history.
Whilst GraSPP does not set a minimum score for admission, applicants are expected to possess high English language proficiency in order to be able to pursue their studies (TOEFL, IELTS).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 4,543 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 4,543 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Tokyo 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 The University of Tokyo
The University of Tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
