Student Numbers | Entrance Examination | Exam Dates | Research Students | Fees
Admission
| Type of Course | Master's Course | Doctoral Course |
|---|---|---|
| International Public Policy | 19 | 11 |
| Comparative Public Policy | 16 | 10 |
| TOTAL | 35 | 21 |
Students are required to submit a written research proposal and the official score of an English test, and then be interviewed by faculty members. Admission to OSIPP is unlikely if the student does not demonstrate a clear sense of purpose during the interview.
Enrollment for the Master’s and Doctoral courses is held in April, although Doctoral students are also permitted to enter in October as well.
For the 2019/2020 School Year:
| Course | Application Period | Exam Date |
|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Course Enrollment in October 2019 | July 23-25, 2019 | September 1, 2019 |
| Doctoral Course Enrollment in April 2020 | January 6-8, 2020 | February 1, 2020 |
| Master's Course Enrollment in April 2020 | July 23-25, 2019 January 6-8, 2020 | September 1, 2019 February 1, 2020 |
| Research Student Enrollment in April 2020 | Applicants in Japan: January 6-31, 2020 Applicants outside of Japan: November 1-29, 2019 | No Exam |
| Research Student Enrollment in October 2020 | Applicants in Japan: July 1-31, 2020 Applicants outside of Japan: May 7-29, 2020 | No Exam |
30,000 JPY
Entrance fee : 282,000 JPY
Tuition :267,900 JPY (Half Year) / 535,800JPY (Annual)
Educational Affairs Section (Kyomu-Kakari)
Address: Osaka School of International Public Policy Osaka University, 1-31 Machikaneyama-cho, Toyonaka City, Osaka, 560-0043 Japan
Tel: 06-6850-5612
FAX: 06-6850-5600
E-mail: kyomu@osipp.osaka-u.ac.jp
Opening Hour : 9:00-17:00 (Lunch Time: 11:30-12:30)
Applying to OSIPP
Applying to OSIPP as a Regular, Full-time Master’s Course or Doctoral Course Student
Application forms (available in Japanese only) and school pamphlets are available upon request at the Educational Affairs Section (Kyomu-Kakari) in the OSIPP building, or via snail mail (please note they are not available in electronic form). For individuals requesting application forms and pamphlets from within Japan please send a self-addressed envelope (size: kakugata 2go) with a 300JPY stamp to the following address. (Applicants outside of Japan do not need to include a stamp.)
Educational Affairs Section (Kyomu-Kakari)
Osaka School of International Public Policy
Osaka University
1-31 Machikaneyama-cho
Toyonaka City, Osaka, 560-0043 Japan
For applicants requesting application forms and school pamphlets via snail mail, please be sure to include whether you are applying for the Master’s Course or the Doctoral Course in the cover letter.
Research Student (non-degree student)
The research student system enables students to attend OSIPP in order to conduct further study in their field of interest prior to becoming a regular graduate student. Students do not receive a degree, but based on consultation with their advisor, may be allowed to attend classes and participate in OSIPP activities.
The full process of applying to OSIPP as a research student can be seen below.
- Applicants who have graduated (earned a Bachelor’s degree) or expect to graduate from a university (earn a Bachelor’s degree) before the date of enrollment.
- Applicants must have been recognized by OSIPP as possessing academic abilities equal or superior to those of university graduates through an individual entrance screening.
※Applicants who are fulfilling the application requirement (2) must undergo ‘Screening of Qualification for Application’ prior to application. Please mention that you are applying for the screening when you send us an email described below to obtain approval from a supervisor.
In order to get approval, you are required to provide us with the documents and information listed below by email to OSIPP Kyomu kakari during the following period. (kyomu@osipp.osaka-u.ac.jp)
– For Enrollment in April 2020: From January 6, 2020 to January 31, 2020
(Applicants who live abroad: From November 1, 2019 to November 29, 2019)
– For Enrollment in October 2020: From July 1, 2020 to July 31, 2020
(Applicants who live abroad: From May 7, 2020 to May 29, 2020)
Applicants will be informed from Kyomu kakari whether the approval is given or not.
- Student Information sheet (designated form: PDF & Word).
- Research Plan (Research Plan should be typed in A4 size paper.About 2,000 characters in Japanese)
- A copy of Academic Transcript(s) and University Graduation Certificate(s), or Certificate of Expected Graduation
- Name(s) of Academic Supervisor(s). Please choose up to two supervisors from our website and write the name(s) in the email text. Please make clear the first choice and the second choice.
- Method of support to meet the expenses while in Japan (designated form: PDF & Word –only for foreigners). Please remember to submit evidential documents. (Ex. Certification of Deposit/Annual income)
- A copy of Japanese-Language Proficiency Test Certificate (Optional）
- A copy of Certificate of Residence (“Juminhyo no Utsushi” issued by city)
- A copy of proof that you engage in activity that is permitted under your status of residence (Only for foreigners who are residing in Japan at the time of application).
(Ex. Student Registration Certificate of Japanese-language school)
Application Guide for Research Students in 2020（written in Japanese）
| Entrance Examination Fee | Enrollment Fee | Tuition Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Course, Master's Course | 30,000JPY | 282,000JPY | 535,800JPY/year |
| Research Student | 9,800JPY | 84,600JPY | 28,900JPY/month |
