Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting April 2027 — Apply before Feb 2027
- Starting October 2027 — Apply before Jul 2027
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Tokyo, Japan
Disciplines
Design, Film Studies
Overview
About the program
It is our vision for Media Design doctoral students at Keio University International Center to become highly diverse leaders having the global perspective necessary to bring about innovation in business, international organizations, research institutes, and educational organizations.
Programme Structure
Areas of study in this program include:
- Design
- Technology
- Management
- Policy
- Research in Media Design
Admission requirements
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
Eligibility:
- Those who have received or are expected to receive a Master's degree or a Professional degree by the time of enrollment.
- Those who have received or are expected to receive a Master's degree, a Professional degree, or equivalent degree from an educational institute outside Japan by the time of enrollment.
- Those who meet criteria set by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.
- Those who are aged 24 or over at the time of enrollment and are recognized by Keio University as having qualifications equivalent to those listed above.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International - Non-residents: 10,310 AUD / year (approx. 1,140,000 JPY / year)
- Domestic - Citizens or residents: 10,310 AUD / year (approx. 1,140,000 JPY / year)
Living costs
Tokyo, Japan: 1,202-1,885 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Media Design.
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: 2026-10-07
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2026-11-30
- ACES Scholarships — Grant: 3500 USD — Deadline: 2026-11-15
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2026-10-31
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2027-03-01
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 2027-01-13
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Grant: 3000 USD — Deadline: 2026-12-31
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Grant: 1500 USD — Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant: 12000 USD — Deadline: 2027-01-11
