Students from Japan at the University of Exeter
There are currently more than 50 students from Japan studying at the University of Exeter. Discover why international students choose to study with us and find out about our entry requirements, agent representatives, and funding opportunities.
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Entry requirements
The information below will allow you to check qualifications from your country or territory to see if they may be accepted for entry to the University of Exeter, and the equivalent grades required. Our course pages contain typical entry requirements that are commonly held by UK applicants. You can find out details on our English language requirements here.
Undergraduate entry requirements for students from Japan
Students must have completed an appropriate foundation course, such as one of our International Study Centre International Foundation courses at Exeter's Streatham Campus, or equivalent.
It may be possible to consider applicants with the two-year associate degrees (Jun-Gakushi) or the vocational degree (senmonshi).
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Postgraduate entry requirements for students from Japan
Postgraduate Taught
Applicants will require a degree (Gakushi) from a recognised Japanese university with grades ranging from 60–100%.
| First Degree | Bachelors Degree |
|---|---|
| First | Grade A or 80% minimum or GPA 3.5 out of 4.0. (Grade S is 90%+) |
| 2:1 | Grade B or 75%-79% or GPA 3.0 out of 4.0 |
| 2:2 | Grade B or 70%-74% or GPA 2.5 out of 4.0 |
Postgraduate Research
Applicants will require a Masters (Shushi) with grades ranging from 70%+ or B.
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Agent representatives
The University of Exeter has agreements with independent representatives in your country, who would be pleased to tell you more about the University's programmes and assist you in making an application. Most of our representatives offer their services to applicants for free. Those that do charge a fee must make this clear from the outset of their consultation with students and issue appropriate receipts. If you have any concerns about whether an agent is an authorised representative of the University of Exeter, please contact us. We also welcome feedback on the services offered by our local representatives. Please see a list of agents operating in your country or territory below, or consult our list of agents operating globally or online.
Ayako, studying MSc Information Technology Management for Business
"When I was looking for a university I thought I should look for a calm place to study. I think Exeter is a really good place for this – the facilities are great and it is a beautiful campus, so big and spacious.
I got a scholarship from the University and it was a really nice surprise! It’s really helped me to afford the tuition fee and is one of the reasons I chose to come to Exeter."
Scholarships and funding opportunities
We are investing over £7m in a range of scholarships to support international and EU students paying international tuition fees, who choose Exeter for their studies in 2026/27. This includes the Exeter Excellence Scholarship, recognising outstanding academic achievement and support students from around the world to take their place in our vibrant, global community.
Find out more about available scholarships and funding opportunities
University of Exeter Postgraduate Taught Scholarships for Japan
These scholarships help make sure aspiring students from this country can pursue their studies. There are scholarships available for January 2026 entry and September 2026 entry.
Immigration and visa support
The International Student Support Office can provide you with advice on any immigration and visa matters you may need help with, including applying for your student visa.
