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Sophia University
Graduate School of Global Studies
M.A. in Global Studies
The M.A. in Global Studies examines world systems, transnational processes, and global-local interactions from perspectives of anthropology, history, political science, religious studies and sociology. Students take two Foundational Courses to acquire theoretical concepts and methodological approaches for the study of global phenomena. A range of thematic Elective Courses enables students to explore global issues and phenomena from an area-based perspective that draws on concrete cases in Japan, China, and the rest of Asia. Students proficient in Japanese may also choose from a selection of area studies and international relations courses taught in Japanese that focus on Southeast Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. Study of Japanese and other languages relevant for a student's research and future career is strongly encouraged.
| Degree Information | |
|---|---|
| Degree | Master's |
| Type of Degree | Master of Arts in Global Studies |
| Subject |
- Humanities (History, Linguistics, etc.)
- Social Sciences (Business, Economics, Law, etc.) |
| Major | Global Studies |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Entry Date | April 1 (Spring Entry) / September 21 (Autumn Entry) |
| Location | 7-1 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-8554, Japan |
| Area | Kanto Region (Tokyo, etc.) |
| Postgraduate Program Started | April 2006 (formerly the Graduate Program in Comparative Culture from 1979 to 2005) |
| No. of Students | Please refer to the Sophia Factbook website https://piloti.sophia.ac.jp/eng/facts/ |
| No. of Full and Part-Time Faculty Members | Please refer to the Sophia Factbook website https://piloti.sophia.ac.jp/eng/facts/ |
| Tuition Fees | Please refer to the Tuition website https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/studentlife/tuitions/index.html |
| Additional Information | |
| Contact | https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/info_Intls/index.html |
| Admission Information | |
| Admission Capacity | Spring Semester: 15 students Autumn Semester: 15 students |
| Application Type | Open to everyone |
| Eligibility | https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/gs.html |
| Application Period | For details, see the Admissions Website https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/gs.html |
| Examination Type & Date | For details, see the Admissions Website https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/gs.html |
| Presence in Japan Required for Screening Process | https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/gs.html |
| Admission Fee | For details, see the Admissions Website https://www.sophia.ac.jp/eng/admissions/graduate_p/english_g2/gs.html |
As of July 12, 2023
University and program information, costs, dates, policies are subject to change; please confirm important facts with university admission personnel.
