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About DU

Doshisha University (DU) — private university. It is located in Kyoto, Japan. As an active member of OpenCourseWare Consortium (OCW), Association of Christian Universities and Colleges in Asia (ACUCA), DU is participating in developing the academic environment.

According to QS International University Ranking, the institution is among the top-1200 in the world. The educational institution is in the top-1500 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.

DU does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor and master programs.

Location
Kyoto, Japan
Establishment year
1875
Students
27,639
International students
1,244
Female students
42%
Acceptance rate
20%

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By subject
SubjectPlace in QS 2024
Arts & Humanities501-550
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DU tuition fees

The academic calendar at DU is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Japan. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. At DU, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 2,801 USD per year. The university provides tuition help to some students through scholarships. They are available to both local and international students. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and available scholarships.

In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Academic calendar
Semesters
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor
5,333USD/year
Master
2,801USD/year
Doctorate
Local3,384USD/year

Study programs at DU

Economics & Business Management
Business and Economics - Japanese Business and the Global Economy
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Social Sciences & Management
Business and Economics - Japanese Business and the Global Economy
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Economics & Business Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Humanities and the Human Sciences - Japanese Society and Global Culture
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Politics and Policy Studies - Japanese Politics and Global Studies
Study degree
BA
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
48 months
Exams
IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Exam scores
IELTS — 6.5, TOEFL iBT — 85
Other programs
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Bachelor degree at DU

In order to enter an undergraduate program at DU, you must successfully pass the entrance exams. Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 85. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5.

IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
85

Master's degree at DU

It is impossible to enter DU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6. TOEFL — 79 or higher.

IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
79

DU campus

The campus of DU is urban. This means that students study closely to the sights and the entire recreational infrastructure of the city. This type of campus gives students more options for internships and part-time jobs. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. Thanks to international exchange programs at DU, students can communicate with representatives of different countries and nationalities and thus expand their own horizons. And, the university contributes to this by regularly holding joint events for local and foreign students.

Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes
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What to do after graduation

Japan allows university graduates to stay in the country for one more year. Graduates can spend this time looking for a job in order to change their visa to a work one. You can find other options for immigration in our article.

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