Nagoya University

Master in Chemistry Gaduate Program(G30)

Nagoya, Japan Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Nagoya University, founded in 1871 and located in Nagoya, Japan, is a research-oriented institution with a strong reputation across science, engineering, humanities and social sciences. With a student population of approximately 15,772, the university combines historic traditions with modern research infrastructure, offering a stimulating academic atmosphere for both domestic and international students. The campus supports interdisciplinary collaboration and global engagement.

The university provides a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, many with English-language options or preparatory support for non-Japanese speakers. Research centers, well-equipped laboratories and partnerships with industry enable students to participate in cutting-edge projects and internships. Student support services include academic advising, exchange programs, language courses and career planning to help international students integrate and pursue professional goals.

Admissions vary by program but generally consider academic credentials, test scores and language proficiency; scholarships and fellowships are available for qualified international applicants. Living in Nagoya offers cultural richness, industrial connections and access to Japan’s broader research and employment markets. Nagoya University’s blend of strong research, practical collaboration and supportive services makes it an attractive choice for international students aiming for academic excellence and career readiness.

About the Program

Nagoya University, described by the institution as a comprehensive research university in Japan's Tokai region, offers the Chemistry Graduate Program (G30) as a master's degree taught in English at its Aichi campus. The university's free and vigorous academic culture, as it describes it, has supported a record of research results and graduates who go on to contribute to society. This master's program lasts two years, with admission each October. Graduate-level chemistry coursework typically builds on undergraduate training in areas such as organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry, moving students toward more specialized and research-oriented work. Students in a program of this kind usually combine advanced coursework with laboratory research under faculty supervision, working toward a thesis that addresses a specific chemical question. Training often includes the use of advanced instrumentation for characterizing molecules and materials, along with the analytical and problem-solving skills needed to design and interpret chemical experiments. A master's degree in chemistry can lead to further doctoral study, research and development roles in pharmaceutical and materials industries, positions in chemical manufacturing and quality control, or work in analytical laboratories across a range of sectors. The two-year structure allows time for both coursework and a period of supervised research. Located in Aichi, a region associated with manufacturing and industrial activity, master's students in chemistry study within a setting where the discipline connects directly to regional industries built around materials and chemical processing.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is about the same as the typical master's in Japan.

Median tuition for that cohort is 3,304 USD, across 383 programs in our catalog.

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