Cryosphere science, boreal ecosystems and ocean-atmosphere research from Japan's northern frontier: Hokkaido University's Graduate School of Environmental Science admits international students through an English-taught track, with Sapporo's snow as the field site.
Key facts
Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Tuition
535,800 JPY per year
Intake
April and October
Application deadline
Entrance exams in August (October entry) and February (April entry); online exams for overseas candidates in June and November; guidelines published each April (late February for the special exam for applicants abroad)
Standard Hokkaido University graduate rate, verified Sep 2026 on the university fees page: JPY 535,800/yr plus JPY 282,000 admission fee (not a programme-specific fee). The four divisions listed are the school's academic divisions.
Specialization tracks
Environmental Foundational ScienceEarth System ScienceBiosphere ScienceEnvironmental Materials Science
Curriculum modules
Environmental science core — Earth systems, ecology and biogeochemistry.
Cold-region field science — Cryosphere and boreal-forest research access.
Master's thesis — Independent research project.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's degree
English proficiency scores (TOEFL/IELTS) for non-native speakers
Contacting a prospective supervisor before applying is recommended
Fees and deadlines change every year: always confirm them on the official page before applying.
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