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Kyoto University

Kyoto, Japan

QS World University Rankings 2027 · overall university

Rank 64 Overall score 78.2 / 100

Kyoto University in Kyoto, Japan. Explore Life sciences, chemistry, medicine, physics, then check the exact programme against your ambitions.

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Overall university, subject and degree rankings answer different questions. These tables should not be treated as interchangeable.

THE Business & Economics 2026

Rank 101–125

Published score 52.2–55.9 / 100

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A missing entry is not a claim that a university is unranked. MBA and individual master’s rankings are separate.

Academic strengths

Life sciences · chemistry · medicine · physics

Career signal

Very strong · Strong international brand and employer visibility, especially across Life sciences, chemistry, medicine, physics. Outcomes still depend on programme choice, work rights, internships and language fit.

Study environment

Historic research city

Campus & city context

Mixed campus & city · Compare the campus setting, student community and access to the surrounding city.

Accreditation context

Programme check · Accreditation belongs to a specific school or programme, not automatically to every degree at the university. Verify the awarding body, accredited unit and current validity for your chosen course.

Notable alumnus or attendee

Tasuku Honjo

QS rank and overall score are published ranking measures, checked 6 October 2026. Quadrant’s career and campus descriptions are editorial context, not employment predictions or student-survey scores. Programme requirements and accreditation scope should be verified before applying.

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