Overview

Graduate students enroll in either the MSc or DSc Primatology and Wildlife Research course with one of the existing sections at Kyoto University's Primate Research Institute (PRI) in Inuyama (Aichi Prefecture), or alternatively at Kyoto University's Wildlife Research Center (WRC) in Kyoto. Both degrees offered are research-focused, but Master's students are also required to complete a set of courses and training programs provided by either PRI or WRC.

Learning outcomes

Students who have successfully completed their Master's degrees typically progress to the DSc program. MSc students have to take a series of classes in Primatology from April to June, but some of the classes are not taught in English but slides and supplementary information in English are available.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Coursework includes both lectures and practicals such as laboratory training (including genomics) and field courses (e.g. at Yakushima and Koshima in southern Japan). Aside from this period, students are expected to devote their time to their Master's research projects until completion of the degree program.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kyoto, Japan

Disciplines

Biology Animal Science

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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

Applicants should submit the documents below written in English. If any of the official
documents are not written in English, English translations should be attached.
Graduation (expected graduation) certificate
General Information for Admission
Academic Transcript
Certification of English Proficiency
Letters of Recommendation
Letter of Support
Statement of Research Interests
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Receipt of Payment
Confirmation of Identity

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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

535800 JPY / year

≈ 535800 JPY / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

535800 JPY / year

≈ 535800 JPY / year

Living costs

Kyoto

Japan

131939 - 183969 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Primatology and Wildlife Research.

Available Scholarships

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