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Study in Japan

Japan offers national, public and private universities with opportunities in engineering, science, business and the arts. English-taught degrees are available, while Japanese skills broaden your course and career options.

Technology, research and a distinctive student experience
  • Free first consultation
  • Fees agreed in writing

UG & PG

Study options

National & private

Institutions

¥105,000/month*

Living budget

Japanese / English

Teaching

Why study here

Why study in Japan?

01

Technology and science

Explore engineering, computing and laboratory-based research programmes.

02

University choices

Compare national, local public and private universities.

03

Funding opportunities

Check university fee reductions and scholarship eligibility before applying.

04

Language and culture

Build Japanese language skills alongside your academic studies.

Costs & intakes

What it costs and when to start

Tuition / year

¥535,800 – ¥1,500,000

Living costs / year

~¥1,260,000

Intakes per year

2

Post-study work

Check eligibility to change residence status for employment or job seeking

Intake months

AprilSeptember / October (selected programmes)

Indicative annual figures. Exact fees depend on the university and course, and rules change often.

Universities & courses

Where to study and what you need

Popular universities

  • The University of Tokyo
  • Kyoto University
  • Osaka University
  • Tohoku University
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Popular courses

EngineeringComputer ScienceRoboticsBusinessLife SciencesJapanese Studies

Entry requirements

  • Academic transcripts and graduation certificates
  • Japanese or English proficiency required by the course
  • EJU or other entrance assessments where required
  • Study plan and recommendations where required
  • Proof of financial support
  • Valid passport

Visa

The Student Visa, step by step

  1. 1

    Receive an admission offer

  2. 2

    Submit documents for a Certificate of Eligibility

  3. 3

    Receive the Certificate of Eligibility

  4. 4

    Apply for a student visa

  5. 5

    Complete entry and residence formalities

  6. 6

    Register your address after arrival

Steps are a general guide. Always confirm current requirements with the official immigration website.

Work rights

Working during and after your studies

While studying

Separate permission is required for part-time work

After graduation

Check eligibility to change residence status for employment or job seeking

Start your Japan application

Book a free consultation and we'll go through your options together.

  • No obligation
  • Fees agreed in writing
  • Fully confidential