📖Introduction

Osaka University is a public research university located in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1931, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Japan. The university is known for its strong focus on research, particularly in the fields of science and technology.

Osaka University has a total of 22,485 students, including 2611 international students from over 100 countries. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including science, engineering, medicine, law, humanities, and social sciences.

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📚About the Program

Master’s in Arts and Media at Osaka University

The main objective of the Arts and Media course at Osaka University is to advance theoretical studies in areas such as media literacy that exceed the bounds of existing art theories and are closely linked to social realities, while also giving practical training to develop computer skills to process visual data. The second component is to promote multi-faceted research into cultural policy-making and arts planning. Instead of looking at painting, drama, cinema, and literature as separate entities, the cultural and social functions of these artistic creations are explored by focusing on how they are produced and appreciated. Rather than analysis and interpretation of each artistic work, this component takes as its central issues policies and systems behind the publication, exhibiting or staging of works, and the dynamic relations between artistic works and their audiences. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Courses (Preview)
Drama
Western Art History
Media Studies
History of Italian Art and Architecture
History of Science

🏫About Osaka University

Osaka University is a leading public research university located in Osaka, Japan. Founded in 1931, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Japan. The university is committed to providing high-quality education and pursuing cutting-edge research across a wide range of disciplines. At Osaka University, we believe that education should not only provide students with knowledge and skills, but also foster creativity, critical thinking, and a global perspective. Our faculty members are world-class researchers and educators who are dedicated to helping students achieve their full potential. With a diverse and dynamic student body from around the world, Osaka University is a vibrant and exciting place to learn and grow. As a research university, Osaka University is committed to advancing knowledge and addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing society today. Our research spans a wide range of fields, from basic science to applied research, and we collaborate with institutions and researchers around the world to tackle complex problems and find innovative solutions. With a strong commitment to internationalization, Osaka University welcomes students and scholars from around the world and fosters a global network of research and collaboration. We believe that by working together, we can make a positive impact on the world and contribute to a brighter future for all.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

1,625 RMB

Tuition fee:

535,800 JPY per year

1,071,600 JPY in total

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

You need to have above average grades for the program. C average or above 55%.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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