On behalf of the Toshiba International Foundation, the EAJS Council selects two to three candidates for a fellowship to undertake research in Japan. The next application deadline is 30 April 2010. Applications are invited for three Toshiba International Foundation scholarships for a three-month stay in Japan to be completed by the end of March 2011. There are three scholarships, generously funded by the Toshiba International Foundation, and each is worth 7000,- Euro. Applicants must be graduate students or their equivalent who have completed four or more years of full-time study, and they must be specialising in some branch of Japanese studies at an institution in Europe. Applications should consist of a CV, a brief statement (not more than 300 words) of the project for which they wish to pursue their research in Japan, and a letter of support from the student’s supervisor or adviser, who should submit the application on the student’s behalf. Applications should be sent by e-mail to the following address: office at eajs.eu Since the purpose of the scholarship is to encourage the academic study of Japan by those who have not already had a long-term experience in Japan, applications by Japanese High School graduates will not be considered. The closing date for applications is 30 April 2010, and the decision will be announced by mid-June. The EAJS has been asked by the Toshiba International Foundation to administer these scholarships, and the decisions will be made by the Council of the EAJS. Permalink: www.eajs.org/english/tifo.html Scholarship for Privately-Financed International Students The information on this page is intended for privately-financed international students who are currently studying at Kyoto University and who wish to apply for one of the following scholarships. Please note that students are only eligible to apply for these scholarships after they have arrived in Japan and have begun their studies at Kyoto University. Outline of the Scholarships for Kyoto University Privately-Financed International Students There are two types of scholarships available to Kyoto University privately-financed students: those for which the applicant submits an application through the University, and those for which the applicant submits an application directly to the sponsoring organization. Application requirements vary among the scholarships, so students are advised to read the application guidelines carefully. Notice that the selection process for these scholarships is very competitive as the financial resources of the scholarship programs are limited and the number of applicants is increasing. Announcements regarding scholarships received by the University are usually distributed to all applicable faculties/graduate schools. The administration offices generally post these announcements to students on their bulletin boards. Students who wish to apply for these scholarships are advised to pay close attention to the notices posted by their faculty/graduate school offices. Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship (Domestic Selection) Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho:MEXT) Scholarships are funded by Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and technology (MEXT), Japan. Domestic Selection is available only to privately-financed students currently studying at Kyoto University. In addition, to be eligible to apply, a student must meet one of the following criteria. Applications should be submitted through the University, which will select candidates to recommend to MEXT. For details, please inquire at the administration office of your Faculty or Graduate School after entering Kyoto University. 1. The student is currently enrolled in an undergraduate program and is expected to be enrolled in the final year of the same program on April 1 of the forthcoming year. 2. The student is currently enrolled in an undergraduate program, or is currently studying as a research student, and is expected to be enrolled in a graduate degree (Master’s, professional, or Doctoral) program on April 1 of the forthcoming year. 3. The student is currently enrolled in a graduate degree (Master’s, professional, or Doctoral) program. Refer to "Application Period, Eligibility and Benefits (Domestic Selection for MEXT Scholarship)" (PDF) for further information. Honors Scholarship (Gakushushoreihi) Privately financed international students currently studying at a university in Japan are eligible to apply for an Honors Scholarship which Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) offers to help them with their academic work and research in Japan. Application should be made through the Japanese university at which the applicant is currently enrooled. For details, please refer to "Scholarships Applied for through the University" and Japan Student Services Organization (JASSO) website (External Link). Scholarships from Private Foundations Every year, Kyoto University selects and recommends candidates to approximately 50 private foundations for international student scholarships based on an intra-university selection process. Please refer to "Scholarships Applied for through the University" for details. Monbukagakusho Scholarship 12/25/2009
The information on this page is intended for prospective international students who are currently overseas and who wish to attend Kyoto University on a Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho:MEXT) Scholarship. (For privately-financed international students who are currently studying at Kyoto University, please refer to the page on "Scholarships for Privately-Financed International Students" for information on how to apply for a Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho:MEXT) Scholarship via the Domestic Selection process, and for information on other scholarships. Outline of Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship There are seven categories of Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarships funded by The Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology: 1) research students (graduate degree students & research (non-degree) students), 2) teacher training students, 3) undergraduate students, 4) Japanese studies students, 5) college of technology students, 6) professional training college students, 7) young leaders program (YLP) students. Kyoto University accepts international students in the following categories: Research students Undergraduate students Japanese studies students Graduate degree students, Research (non-degree) students Undergraduate degree students Japanese studies (non-degree) students at the International Center Application Procedures for Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho: MEXT) Scholarship (Overseas Selection) Applicants may apply through the Overseas Selection Process in either one of two ways: 1) through the appropriate Japanese diplomatic mission overseas (Embassy Recommendation), or 2) through a Japanese university (University Recommendation) Domestic Selection is available only to privately-financed international students currently studying at a university in Japan. Applications may only be submitted after entering Kyoto University. 1) Embassy Recommendation Recruitment and preliminary selection for Embassy Recommendation are conducted by the Japanese diplomatic missions in the applicant's home country. For further information, please direct your inquiries to the nearest Japanese diplomatic mission in your country. Important Notice regarding Applications for Embassy Recommendations Applicants were previously required to submit a “Letter of Acceptance” at the time of their application (or during the preliminary selection) for an Embassy Recommendation. Please be notified that, beginning in 2006, only those applicants who have passed the preliminary selection by the Japanese embassy will be qualified to contact prospective advisors for a “Letter of Acceptance.” 2) University Recommendation For University Recommendations, Kyoto University screens the applications of students whose institutions have a student exchange agreement with Kyoto University and selects candidates to recommend to the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) as research students. Please ask the international office of your home institution for detailed information. For Application Period, Eligibility and Benefits, please see this link: http://www.kyoto-u.ac.jp/en/education/international/admissions/program/scholarship_2.htm STUDENT EXCHANGE SUPPORT PROGRAM (SCHOLARSHIP FOR SHORT-TERM STUDY IN JAPAN) PROGRAM OUTLINE This scholarship is available for qualified international students accepted by Japanese universities or graduate schools under the student exchange agreement on a short-term basis from about three months to one year. SCHOLARSHIP For the 2009-2010 academic year:
ELIGIBILITY FOR APPLICATION The applicant must satisfy following conditions:
1. Distribution of application guidelines (JASSO→Japanese Universities (Host U), Early December) 2. Submission of yearly plan (Japanese Universities (Host U)→JASSO, Early January) 3. Notice of scholarship quota (JASSO→Japanese Universities (Host U), Early February) 4. Recruitment of students on the basis of scholarship quota (Japanese Universities (Host U)→Universities Abroad (Home U)) 5. Recruitment of students (Universities Abroad (Home U)→Students) 6. Application (Students→Universities Abroad (Home U)) 7. Recommendation of students (Universities Abroad (Home U)→Japanese Universities (Host U)) 8. Recommendation of students by each of the following deadlines (Japanese Universities (Host U)→JASSO) Late February Late May Late September 9. Notice of screening results (JASSO→Japanese Universities (Host U)) Mid March Mid June Mid October 10. Notice of screening results (Japanese Universities (Host U)→Universities Abroad (Home U)) 11. Notice of screening results (Universities Abroad (Home U)→Students) Notes Students are placed in three groups depending on when the study programs at the Japanese host universities begin. Different deadlines are set for each group as follows. The 1st Period: for students starting their studies between April 1 and July 31. The 2nd Period: for students starting their studies between August 1 and November 30. The 3rd Period: for students starting their studies between December 1 and March 15. Source: http://www.jasso.go.jp/scholarship/short_term_e.html The Fellowship Program for Intellectual Exchange 2010-2011 is designed to provide selected intellectuals in Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa with an opportunity to visit Japan and conduct their own individual research on a chosen topic as well as networking/exchange activities. The program thus seeks to assist in the development of a new generation of Eastern European, Middle Eastern and African intellectual leaders who are familiar with Japan through established individual and institutional networks and are able to incorporate topics/elements related to Japan to their own field of research in future. Eligibility of Applicants 1. Scholars, researchers (except undergraduate and graduate students), journalists and professionals who are engaged in research activities in the fields of the humanities or the social sciences, or who have practical experience in research, media, or non-profit organizations. In this fellowship, the applicant’s specialization should not be Japanese studies, but he/she should aim to conduct research that is related to Japan. 2. Individuals with adequate English-language proficiency to take part in collaborative interaction and to conduct research in Japan (Japanese-language ability is not assessed. Please attach a certificate showing the applicant’s English-language ability, if you have one.) 3. Applicants who are under 45 years old at the point of April 1, 2010 (as a general rule), and who are nationals or permanent residents with an active academic/professional affiliation in any of the following countries: [Eastern Europe]：Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Georgia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, Republic of Kosovo, Kyrgyz, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan [Middle East]：Afghanistan, Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestinian Interim Self-Government Authority, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Yemen [Africa]：Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central Africa, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Republic of Congo, Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Eritrea, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe 4. Applicants who can find their own affiliated institutions and advisors in Japan. 5. Japanese-language students, students of industry training courses, or students of courses in traditional culture (e.g., flower arranging, karate) are not eligible. Also, training for governmental officials will be excluded. Research Topics The content must include surveys and/or individual research and/or collaborative research, in the fields of either the humanities or the social sciences. The research topic must be one that is appropriate for visiting Japan (i.e., there should be a reason the fellow wishes to conduct research in Japan). The topic must fulfil at least one of these requirements: 1. It must incorporate Japanese issues into your area of specialization. 2. It must be of mutual interest to Japan – Eastern Europe (including Russia, Central Asia and Caucasus), or Japan - Middle East, or Japan - Africa. 3. It must be an international topic (global issue), related to Japan. Examples of topics are given below (these are only examples; research topics are NOT limited to these): Environment and Development, Peace and Security, Social order/Law enforcement, Globalization of the economy and international cooperation, Corporate Social Responsibility, Education and human resource development, Energy issues, Gender issues, Population problem, etc. Expected Number of Fellows Approx. 20 Fellowship Period The fellows are required to start their fellowship within the period from May 20, 2010, to March 25, 2011. The duration of the fellowship must be between 30days and 60days. * It is advised, however, that fellows should avoid visiting Japan from December 20, 2010 through January 6, 2011, because meeting and travel arrangements are virtually impossible. Obligations of the Fellows 1. Fellows will independently conduct their own individual research activities on their chosen topic as described in the application. 2. Fellows are expected to submit a final project report to the Japan Foundation within 1 month after returning back home. 3. It is desirable that Fellows will give presentations about their research during their stay in Japan. Contents of Fellowship Award 1. Round-trip, discount economy-class air ticket (PEX). 2. Allowance to cover accommodation, meals, local transportation, research expenses and other incidentals (17,000 Japanese yen per day). 3. Insurance: Please note that the insurance coverage provided will be in accordance with the general guidelines set forth by the Foundation. 4. Domestic Transportation: Domestic transportation expenses within Japan will be provided only when a Fellow needs to travel no less than 100 km from the airport to his/her site of research. 5. The Japan Foundation will directly pay the supervisor fee (JPY 50,000) to the academic advisor. 6. The Japan Foundation will directly pay the assistant fee (JPY 30,000) to the assistant to the fellow. Please note that the need for an assistant will be determined by the advisor. Application Materials and Procedure 1. For an application package and further information, please contact the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your country. For applicants in Russia, Hungary and Egypt, please contact the Japan Foundation Office instead. 2. Please note that applications by mail will not be accepted. Applicants should send the following documents: - Fully Completed Application Form - Curriculum Vitae - One Letter of Recommendation from applicant’s organization in their country - List of publications (optional) - Letter of Affiliation Application Deadline Applications must arrive at the Japanese Diplomatic Office* in your country by the date set by the Office (*For applicants in Russia, Hungary and Egypt, the Japan Foundation Office instead.) Notification of Results Notification will be sent in April 2010. About the Japan Foundation For general information on the Japan Foundation, please contact the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in your country or visit the Foundation’s website: www.jpf.go.jp Disclosure of Information (1) Concerning projects we support, information such as the name of the fellowship program and project descriptions will be made public in the Kokusai Koryu Kikin Jigyo Jisseki (Detailed Annual Reports of the Japan Foundation Activities) and other public relations materials. (2) When we receive a request for information based on the “Law Concerning the Disclosure of Information Held by Independent Administrative Institution, etc.” (Law No.140, 2001), as a general rule, submitted application forms and related materials will be disclosed, except for information stipulated by the law as something not to be disclosed. Protection of Personal Information (1) The Japan Foundation handles personal information appropriately in accordance with the Law Concerning Access to Personal Information Held by Independent Administrative Institutions (Law No. 59 of 2003). (2) The Japan Foundation uses fellows’ personal information, such as name, address, project title, and organization written on the application form, for the following purposes, as well as for screening, implementation, and evaluation procedures of the project. (3) Details of the fellowship, such as your name, gender, occupation, position, specialization, project title, and affiliation are published in the Detailed Annual Report of the Japan Foundation Activities, the Annual Report, The Japan Foundation News, the Japan Foundation’s website, and in other public-relations material. They are also used in compiling statistics carried in the Annual Report. (4) There may be cases in which details of the fellowship, such as your name, gender, occupation, position, specialization, project title, and affiliation are released to the press for publicity purposes. (5) There may also be cases in which the Japan Foundation uses the information written on the application form to contact you to inform you of other Japan Foundation activities or to send you some public-relations materials. (6) Copies of applications, including attached documents, final project reports, and the outcome of research projects are provided to outside consultants in order to facilitate the screening process and the evaluation of the results of projects. (7) Concerning projects that we support, there may also be cases in which the Japan Foundation uses the information written on the application form to send questionnaires to follow-up on our projects. (8) There may be also cases in which the submitted final project reports and the outcome of research projects are released to the press for publicity purposes. (9) Submitted application forms and attached documents will not be returned to applicants. (10) Details of the fellowship, such as your name, nationality, address, gender, date of birth, project title, affiliation, position, term of fellowship are provided to the following institutions for necessary procedures: - The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and related Japanese Diplomatic Offices. - Insurance Company. - Travel agency and airline office. For further information, contact: Program Secretariat The Japan Foundation Japanese Studies and Intellectual Exchange Department Europe, Middle East and Africa Division Attention: Takuya Sasaki (Mr.), Program Coordinator, Intellectual Exchange Fellowship Telephone: +81-3-5369-6071 FAX: +81-3-5369-6041 E-mail: Takuya_Sasaki@jpf.go.jp Source: http://www.az.emb-japan.go.jp/files/Fellowship%20for%20Intellectual%20Exchange%202010-2011.pdf 
A scholarship opportunity available for students to undertake graduate studies at our university. There will be FULL external scholarship opportunities available for academically exceptional individuals to study at Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU) in Beppu in Japan for 2-year graduate programs starting in fall 2010. Important details of the scholarship program and how to apply are as follows: 1. Scholarship Benefits: All university fees, an allowance for living expenses, and airfare will be provided. 2. Semester to enroll: Fall (September) 2010 3. Required Application Fee: 5,000 yen or US$58 Please see the following page on our web site for full details about the scholarships, and instructions for how to apply: http://www.apu.ac.jp/graduate/modules/admissions/index.php?id=48 You can also learn more about what graduate programs are offered, and how students can apply as regular applicants by navigating the Website above. Fall 2010 External Scholarships for Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University Graduate Schools, Japan Deadline: 12 Feb 2010 (for MEXT Scholarships), 31 Mar 2010 (for all other scholarships) Website: http://www.apu.ac.jp Fact Sheet: Click HEREto download (.pdf) The National Technical Institute for the Deaf (NTID), administered by Rochester Institute of Technology, was the world's first technical institute oriented toward deaf people. Today it continues to be a leader in the field. This scholarship program helps deaf people from developing countries, who can demonstrate financial need, to take part in an exchange program at NTID. Following graduation, recipients are required to return to their home countries to aid in the support of the deaf communities there. In order to facilitate contact and at the same time protect the privacy of the people on this list, we ask that those who wish to contact them use the "Contact Us" link to send us your name, email address and a brief message. We will make sure that the scholar receives your message. However, we leave any response up to the individual. More info at: http://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/eng/app/ntid_list2011.html 2010 University of Tsukuba “Tsukuba Scholarship” for undergraduate English course students The University of Tsukuba invites applications from international students for the 2010 University of Tsukuba “Tsukuba Scholarship” as per the guidelines outlined below. The University of Tsukuba’s “English Course Program”, which will commence in the 2010 academic year, is newly established program through which international students studying at the University of Tsukuba at the undergraduate level can earn their academic degrees by taking classes only in English. 1. Purpose The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support for exceptional international students who are applying to enter the University of Tsukuba’s English Course Program at the undergraduate level, thereby contributing to the cultivation of people who can make future contributions to international society. 2. Application Qualifications and Conditions Applicants for this scholarship must fulfill the following conditions: Nationality: Applicants whose nationality is of a country other than Japan (limited to those countries with which Japan has diplomatic relations). Applicants who fulfill the qualifications for entering the English Course Program in any of the following undergraduate schools: (reference) Courses to be established in 2010 Undergraduate Program of International Social Studies, School of Social and International Studies Interdisciplinary Course of Life and Environmental Sciences, School of Life and Environmental Sciences Applicants who, upon entering the University of Tsukuba, do not receive nor expect to receive a scholarship or scholarships from any other scholarship-granting organizations or bodies for the purpose of studying abroad. 3. Duration of Scholarship The duration of the scholarship will be from the first month of entering the university until the end of the applicable academic year (August 2010 to March 2011). From April 2011, students may apply for other scholarships from the University of Tsukuba or from other scholarship-granting organizations or bodies. 4. Scholarship Amount Details | |||
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