Tokyo's Jesuit university runs a fully English graduate program in Global Environmental Studies in the heart of the city — environmental policy, economics and society rather than lab science, suited to those aiming at governance and international careers.
Key facts
Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Intake
April and September
Private-university fees on sophia.ac.jp — details to confirm on the official page.
Curriculum modules
Environmental policy & economics — Governance-side coursework in English.
Environment & society — Social-science approaches to sustainability.
Master's thesis — Independent research project.
Admission requirements
Bachelor's degree
English proficiency scores (TOEFL/IELTS) for non-native speakers
Online application through Sophia's graduate admissions
Career destinations
Policy Analyst — Government & international bodies
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