Overview

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The goal of the Medical Science Program at Keio University International Center is to train students to conduct creative research in the fields of basic medical science and clinical medicine, as well as research into the mechanisms of diseases and the development of new therapeutic approaches.

The Applied Medicine Program is designed mainly for practicing physicians and other medical professionals. Its aim is to guide students in using their clinical knowledge and analytical skills to plan and conduct comprehensive clinical trials and clinical research especially in the fields of oncology and cardiology.

Programme Structure

Structure:

Doctoral students take courses and also conduct supervised research. The curriculum is designed in accordance with the principles of practical learning. Accordingly, most doctoral courses are taught in English in order to equip students for careers in the international arena.
Students have opportunities to attend seminars that are hosted regularly by the Keio Medical Society, which consist of lectures, presentations, and discussions held in English with leading researchers from Japan and abroad.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-04-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-21 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 alternative credits

or 31

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tokyo, Japan

Disciplines

Medicine View 6 other PhDs in Medicine in Japan

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The Keio University Graduate School of Medicine Doctoral programs welcome students who have completed six years of University study majoring in Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, or Pharmacy, or have finished a Master's program in a relevant field.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

1210000 JPY / year

≈ 1210000 JPY / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1210000 JPY / year

≈ 1210000 JPY / year

Living costs

Tokyo

Japan

132901 - 208462 JPY / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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