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Study Medicine & Health in Japan 🇯🇵

Japan offers 131 Medicine & Health programs across 35 universities. Tuition ranges from $521k–$536k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students. 98% of programs carry STEM designation, which is valuable for post-graduation work authorization in many countries.

131 Programs
35 Universities
$521k–$536k/yr Tuition
98% STEM
15% Scholarships

Why Japan for Medicine & Health?

Living Cost

$12,000/yr

Full guide to studying in Japan →

By Degree Level

Bachelor (67) PhD (43) Master (20) Diploma (1)

Top Universities for Medicine & Health in Japan

The University of Tokyo

Tokyo · National rank #1 · QS #36

Medicine · PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD
Kyoto University

Kyoto · National rank #2 · QS #57

Undergraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences · Bachelor PhD Program in Medicine · PhD
Osaka University

Osaka · National rank #3 · QS #91

Doctoral Program in Dentistry · PhD Master's Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences · Master Doctoral Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD Master's Program in Dentistry · Master
Keio University

Tokyo · National rank #4 · QS #215

Graduate School of Medicine · PhD Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD
Hokkaido University

Sapporo · National rank #7 · QS #170

Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Medicine · Bachelor Bachelor of Science in Medicine · Bachelor Bachelor of Clinical Engineering, Medical Technology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy · Bachelor
University of Tsukuba

Tsukuba · National rank #9 · QS #350

Bachelor of Medicine · Bachelor School of Medicine · Bachelor
Niigata University

Niigata · National rank #10 · QS #1001

Faculty of Dentistry · Bachelor Graduate School of Health Sciences · PhD Faculty of Medicine · Bachelor
Yamaguchi University

Yamaguchi · National rank #11 · QS #1401

Hygienic and Health Sciences, Sanitary Science · Bachelor Medicine · Bachelor Medicine (PhD) · PhD Veterinary and Animal Science · Bachelor Veterinary Medicine (PhD) · PhD
Kobe University

Kobe · National rank #12 · QS #482

Faculty of Medicine - Medicine · Bachelor Graduate School of Medicine - Medical Science · PhD
Hiroshima University

Hiroshima · National rank #12 · QS #480

Program in Dentistry · Bachelor Doctoral Program in Biomedical Sciences · PhD PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD
Okayama University

Okayama · National rank #14 · QS #951

Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD Faculty of Medicine - Medicine · Bachelor Faculty of Medicine · Bachelor Faculty of Dentistry - Dentistry · Bachelor Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences · Bachelor Faculty of Dentistry · Bachelor Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences - Pharmacy · Bachelor
Chiba University

Chiba · National rank #15 · QS #791

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD Medicine · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor Master of Nursing · Master Pharmaceutical Sciences · Bachelor
Kanazawa University

Kanazawa · National rank #18 · QS #901

School of Health Sciences · Bachelor School of Pharmacy · Bachelor Undergraduate Training Course for School Nurses · Diploma School of Medicine · Bachelor School of Pharmaceutical Sciences · Bachelor
Shinshu University

Matsumoto · National rank #19 · QS #1201

Medicine · Master
Kumamoto University

Kumamoto · National rank #19 · QS #951

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences · PhD Bachelor of Pharmacy · Bachelor Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences · Master Bachelor of Medicine · Bachelor
Tokyo Medical and Dental University

Tokyo · National rank #20 · QS #697

Biomedical Science · PhD Dentistry · PhD Medicine · PhD Nursing · Bachelor Public Health · PhD Biomedical Sciences · PhD Health Sciences · Master
Tokyo Metropolitan University

Tokyo · National rank #26 · QS #1001

Occupational Therapy · Bachelor Health Sciences · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor Physical Therapy · Bachelor
Nagasaki University

Nagasaki · National rank #26 · QS #901

Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences · PhD Faculty of Dentistry · Bachelor Faculty of Medicine (Medicine) · Bachelor Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences · Bachelor Faculty of Medicine (Health Sciences) · Bachelor
Osaka City University

Osaka · National rank #28 · QS #601

Medicine · PhD Nursing · PhD
Ritsumeikan University

Kyoto · National rank #28 · QS #680

Sports and Health Science · Bachelor

All Programs

Occupational Therapy

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Bachelor STEM

Veterinary Medicine

Gifu University

Master STEM

Medical Sciences

Gifu University

PhD STEM

Biomedical Science

Tokyo Medical and Dental University

PhD STEM

Hygienic and Health Sciences, Sanitary Science

Yamaguchi University

Bachelor STEM

Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences

Nagasaki University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Medicine

Mie University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine

Gunma University

PhD STEM

Medicine

Osaka City University

PhD STEM Aid

Faculty of Arts and Sciences - Department of Sports Science

Tamagawa University

Bachelor STEM

Graduate School of Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences

Okayama University

PhD STEM

Dentistry

Tokyo Medical and Dental University

PhD STEM

Faculty of Medicine

Kagoshima University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Dentistry

Kagoshima University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Medicine - Medicine

Kobe University

Bachelor STEM

Adult & Gerontological Nursing

Saga University

Bachelor STEM Aid

School of Dentistry

Kagoshima University

Bachelor STEM

School of Medicine

Kagoshima University

Bachelor STEM

School of Health Sciences

Kanazawa University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Medicine - Medicine

Okayama University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine

Shinshu University

Master STEM Aid

Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Medicine

Hokkaido University

Bachelor STEM

Graduate School of Medicine

Keio University

PhD STEM

Graduate School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Keio University

PhD STEM Aid

Bachelor of Science in Medicine

Hokkaido University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine

The University of Tokyo

PhD STEM

Nursing

Osaka City University

PhD STEM Aid

Faculty of Medicine

Okayama University

Bachelor STEM

Program in Dentistry

Hiroshima University

Bachelor STEM

Doctoral Program in Biomedical Sciences

Hiroshima University

PhD STEM

Health Sciences

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

Tokyo Metropolitan University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Medicine

University of Yamanashi

Bachelor STEM Aid

Graduate School of Medicine - Medical Science

Kobe University

PhD STEM

Faculty of Medicine: Nursing Program

Oita University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Medicine: Medicine Program

Oita University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine

Yamaguchi University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine (PhD)

Yamaguchi University

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Nursing

Mie University

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Nursing

Mie University

PhD STEM

School of Pharmacy

Kanazawa University

Bachelor STEM

Undergraduate Training Course for School Nurses

Kanazawa University

Diploma STEM

School of Medicine

Kanazawa University

Bachelor STEM

School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Kanazawa University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Medicine

Yamagata University

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

Gifu University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Dentistry

Nagasaki University

Bachelor STEM

Undergraduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Kyoto University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Medicine (Medicine)

Nagasaki University

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Chiba University

PhD STEM

Medicine

Chiba University

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

Chiba University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Nursing

Chiba University

Master STEM

PhD Program in Medical Sciences

Gunma University

PhD STEM

Faculty of Medicine - Department of Medicine

Ehime University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine

Saga University

Bachelor STEM Aid

PhD in Medical Sciences

Akita University

PhD STEM

Veterinary Medicine

Iwate University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Veterinary Science

Iwate University

Master STEM

PhD in Veterinary Science

Iwate University

PhD STEM

Faculty of Dentistry

Niigata University

Bachelor STEM

Graduate School of Health Sciences

Niigata University

PhD STEM

Lifestyle Function and Health Support

Akita University

PhD STEM Aid

Department of Health Sciences - Physical Therapy

Akita University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Department of Health Sciences - Nursing

Akita University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Basic Nursing (PhD)

Akita University

PhD STEM Aid

Nursing

Akita University

Master STEM Aid

Department of Health Sciences - Occupational Therapy

Akita University

Bachelor STEM Aid

Lifelong Development and Health Care Support Nursing

Akita University

PhD STEM Aid

Bachelor of Nursing

Akita University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Medical Sciences

Akita University

Master STEM

Health Sciences

Gunma University

PhD STEM

Joint Doctoral Program for Advanced Medical Sciences

Gunma University

PhD STEM

Master's Program in Medical Sciences

Gunma University

Master STEM

Nursing

Gunma University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Medical Sciences

Gunma University

Master STEM

PhD in Medical Sciences

Gunma University

PhD STEM

Doctoral Program in Dentistry

Osaka University

PhD STEM

Master's Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Osaka University

Master STEM

Doctoral Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Osaka University

PhD STEM

Faculty of Dentistry - Dentistry

Okayama University

Bachelor STEM

Faculty of Health and Well-being

Kansai University

Bachelor

PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Kumamoto University

PhD STEM

Doctoral Degree Program in Health Sciences

Komazawa University

PhD STEM Aid

Graduate School of Medicine

Yamagata University

Master STEM

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Kumamoto University

Bachelor STEM

Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Kumamoto University

Master STEM

Bachelor of Medicine

Kumamoto University

Bachelor STEM

Medicine

Tokyo Medical and Dental University

PhD STEM

Nursing

Tokyo Medical and Dental University

Bachelor STEM

Master's Program in Dentistry

Osaka University

Master STEM

Medical Sciences

Gunma University

Bachelor STEM

Veterinary and Animal Science

Yamaguchi University

Bachelor STEM

Public Health

Tokyo Medical and Dental University

PhD STEM

Master's Program in Nursing

Yamagata University

Master STEM

Bachelor of Medicine

University of Tsukuba

Bachelor STEM

Master's Degree Program in Health Sciences

Komazawa University

Master STEM Aid

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Okayama University

Bachelor STEM

Graduate Program in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Keio University

PhD STEM

Faculty of Medicine - Department of Nursing

Ehime University

Bachelor STEM

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Medicine & Health in Japan?
Tuition for Medicine & Health programs in Japan ranges from $521k–$536k/yr. 15% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $12k.
What are the English language requirements for Medicine & Health in Japan?
English-taught Medicine & Health programs in Japan typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Medicine & Health programs are in Japan?
Abroadly lists 131 Medicine & Health programs at 35 universities across Japan. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Medicine & Health programs in Japan STEM-designated?
98% of Medicine & Health programs in Japan carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Japan a good country for Medicine & Health students?
Japan is a strong choice for Medicine & Health with 35 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Japanese, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Medicine & Health in Japan?
In Japan, Medicine & Health programs are offered at: Bachelor (67 programs), Master (20 programs), PhD (43 programs), Diploma (1 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.