The scholarship covers all reasonable expenses a scholar is expected to incur, including: one return airfare (subject to conditions); admissions and tuition fees; stipend (including a housing and subsistence allowance); medical and accident insurance fees. For scholars enrolled in doctoral programs, research related fees will be additionally covered. The scholarship covers expenses incurred by the scholar only.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) - Japan Scholarship Program (JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. It aims to provide an opportunity for well-qualified citizens of ADB's developing member countries* to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, management, science and technology, and other development-related fields at participating academic institutions in the Asian and Pacific Region. Upon completion of their study programs, scholars are expected to contribute to the economic and social development of their home countries.

The Daiwa Scholarship is a unique 19-month programme of language study, work placement and homestay in Japan. Daiwa Scholarships offer young and talented UK citizens with strong leadership potential, the opportunity to acquire Japanese language skills, and to access expertise and knowledge relevant to their career goals. NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE OF JAPAN OR JAPANESE IS NECESSARY. By April 2009, 116 Daiwa Scholars - including scientists, artists, academics, lawyers and architects - will have benefited from the Daiwa Scholarships. Daiwa Scholarships are provided by the Foundation to encourage better understanding between both countries. The next closing date for applications is THURSDAY 3 DECEMBER 2009. Further Scholarship Information and Application

The Asian Development Bank-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) was established in April 1988 with financing from the Government of Japan. The objective of the program is to provide an opportunity for well qualified citizens of the Bank’s Developing Member Countries (DMCs) to undertake postgraduate studies which will assist the economic and social development of their countries. Who is eligible? Citizens of developing member countries of the Bank (see list and selection criteria below) who have a minimum of two years’ working experience and who are eligible for admission to the following degree programs at the University of Sydney: Master of Economics Master of Commerce Master of International Business Master of Transport Management Master of International Public Health Master of Engineering Please note , applicants living or working outside their home country are not eligible for this scholarship. Also, no applicant will be allowed to apply for the ADB-JSP scholarship more than two ...

We are currently hiring post-doctoral positions in the Gardner Research Unit at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute.We are looking for highly motivated scientists whoare interested in studying visual perception with a combination of functional MRI techniques and psychophysics. Candidates should have, or be expecting to receive, a PhD in neuroscience, bioengineering, or related fields. A strong training in experimental methodology (not necessarily fMRI and psychophysics – for example, single-unit neurophysiology is appropriate) with solid quantitative skills is required. RIKEN is located in Wako, Japan which is a 12 minute train ride from central Tokyo. Seminars and daily scientific activities at the RIKEN Brain Science Institute are all conducted in English. Non-Japanese applicants may apply for on-campus housing for their first year. For inquiries, send a brief cover letter stating your research interests, your CV and contact information for two scientist who can act as references to Ju...

The Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JCCI) Singapore Foundation, in cooperation with Waseda University in Japan, set up a one-year scholarship program for university undergraduates to study culture, history, society, politics, economics, geography, arts, literature and so forth of Japan and other parts of Asia. The scholarship program was established in 1995 to commemorate Singapore’s 30th Year of National Independence and the 5th Anniversary of JCCI Singapore Foundation. The Foundation hopes to provide young Singaporeans an opportunity to study in Japan through this program. Also, it wishes to promote further exchanges and cooperation between Singapore and Japan. The successful candidate is thus expected to play the role of a diplomat with the task of strengthening the bilateral relations. CONDITIONS & CRITERIA • All applicants must be Singapore citizens, below the age of 28 (as at 1st January 2010). • Applicant must be a university undergraduate or graduate from an A...

International Training Course on EFFECTIVE MEASURES FOR ENERGY CONSERVATION 24 August to 1 September 2009 Organized by the Association for Overseas Technical Scholarship, Japan Implemented by AIT Extension Asian Institute of Technology, and EBARA Hatakeyama Memorial Fund Rationale: Energies in various forms are indispensable for sustaining human life and pursuing development. Consumption of energy resources worldwide has increased conspicuously in the past decades along with economic growth and population increase, for which exhaustible fossil fuel resources are occupying majority of consumption. Such mass consumption has resulted in serious environmental impacts represented by emission of greenhouse gases. Energy efficiency is the cheapest, fastest and smartest strategy available for saving money and resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions around the world. To provide energy security and to preserve the environment for future generations, it is essential to be knowledgeable...

Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for Postgraduate Research- for UK Students We are now accepting applications for the 2010-2012 MEXT Postgraduate Scholarships for Research. Please download the documents below and submit by post by no later than Tuesday 9th June 2009. Application notes Application Form Attachment Additional Application Form Field of Study and Study Programme Recommendation This award is offered on an annual basis to those with a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, under the age of 35, who wish to continue their study as research students in Japan. Although the Scholarship is primarily a research award, enrolment onto a taught degree course may be possible in some cases. No knowledge of Japan or the Japanese language is necessary. Grantees can pursue research in any field as long as it is related to their field of expertise or previous study. It can be difficult, however, to place students who wish to study visual and performing arts. Candidates are encouraged to ...

The University of Tokyo accepts a few students who have graduated or are expected to graduate Peking University, Tsinghua University or Fudan University with excellent results and are recommended by the president of each university, through “The University of Tokyo ASATSU-DK China Scholarship Fund”. Graduate Program in Sustainability Science (GPSS) (Master’s Program) is one of the master’s programs under this scheme. For more detailed information, please refer to the following page. Information about University of Tokyo ASATSU-DK China Scholarship Fund GPSS accepts students only in October (those who study in English) Guideline for Applicants and Application Form Guideline for Applicants: October 2009 Enrollment (Japanese) Guideline for Applicants: October 2009 Enrollment (Chinese) Application From Short Essays Applicants for GPSS through this scholarship Fund must submit short essays with application documents. Topics of short essays will be announced on this page on Septemb...

The Daiwa Scholarship is a unique 19-month programme of language study, work placement and homestay in Japan. Daiwa Scholarships offer young and talented UK citizens with strong leadership potential, the opportunity to acquire Japanese language skills, and to access expertise and knowledge relevant to their career goals. NO PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE OF JAPAN OR JAPANESE IS NECESSARY. By April 2009, 116 Daiwa Scholars - including scientists, artists, academics, lawyers and architects - will have benefited from the Daiwa Scholarships. Daiwa Scholarships are provided by the Foundation to encourage better understanding between both countries. The next closing date for applications is THURSDAY 3 DECEMBER 2009. Further Scholarship Information and Application

What is the Asian Development Bank - Japan Scholarship? The Asian Development Bank and the Government of Japan jointly fund the ADB-Japan Postgraduate Scholarship. The programmes covered by this scholarship scheme are limited to the following: Master of Public Health Master of Science (Environmental Science) Master of Arts (Development Studies) Master of International Business Master of Commerce (International Business) Diploma, Postgraduate Diploma, Master and Doctoral programmes in Engineering. What does the ADB-Japan scholarship cover? The ADB-Japan Scholarship provides for the scholar’s: Tuition fee at the University of Auckland. Airfare from his or her home country to Auckland, New Zealand. Basic cost of living in Auckland. Health and medical insurance in New Zealand. Airfare from Auckland, New Zealand, to the scholar’s home country at the conclusion of his or her course of study. Note: The ADB - Japan Postgraduate Scholarship does not cover the scholar’s dependants. Who is e...

The Graduate School of International Management (GSIM) at the International University of Japan (IUJ), which is the only Japanese Business School ranked in the Top 100 global business schools by the Economist Intelligence Unit, today announced the launch of 3 new scholarships. These scholarships consist of a full tuition waiver for the entire 2-year Masters of Business Administration (MBA) program and the 1-year Master of E-business Management Program at IUJ. “As the global economy struggles under the weight of one of the worst and most far-reaching crises in history, now more than ever businesses of every scale and scope are serious need of leaders who can truly help to solve complex challenges,” said Dr. Philip Sugai, Dean of the GSIM. “With these full tuition scholarships, we are hoping to bring those with the potential to become effective leaders to our campus to hone the skills and capabilities they will need to excel in this new business environment.” For the incoming class of 2...

International Master’s Scholarships in Japan: Japan - WCO Scholarships 2009 The major objective of the Public Finance Program is to provide students with the conceptual understanding and technical competence to become leaders in taxation and customs. The curriculum is designed for government officials from developing countries worldwide who are currently working in tax or customs administration or equivalent departments. In accordance with their background, students in this Program specialize in either tax or customs policy and administration. The Program provides rigorous academic training aimed at developing an understanding of the theoretical, empirical, and institutional aspects of tax and customs administration. Administrative aspects and reforms in the field of taxation and customs are studied and linked to developing countries’ economic and social development. A practicum at the National Tax Administration (NTA) or the Customs Training Institute (CTI) provides an opportunity for...

The AUN/SEED-Net Project with support from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) provides scholarships to highly qualified young teaching staff and graduating students/young graduates (i.e., potential future faculty staff) of Member Institutions to acquire master’s degrees in the following nine engineering fields at respective Host Institutions in other countries: Chemical Engineering (at De La Salle University) Civil Engineering (at Chulalongkorn University) Electrical and Electronics Engineering (at Chulalongkorn University) Environmental Engineering (at University of Philippines-Diliman) Geological Engineering (at Gadjah Mada University) Information and Communication Technology (at King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, Ladkrabang) Manufacturing Engineering (at University of Malaya) Materials Engineering (at Universiti Sains Malaysia) Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering (at Institute of Technology Bandung) . In order for AUN/SEED-Net students to produce high qua...

United Nations University (UNU) will organize the tenth regular session of its six-week UNU International Course at UNU Centre in Tokyo, Japan, from 11 May through 19 June 2009. The UNU International Courses (UNU/IC) are organized annually for a select group of postgraduate students and professionals in various occupations (from multidisciplinary educational background including environmental sciences) who wish to pursue careers in international fields in public-service or private organizations, including the United Nations, multinational corporations and non-governmental organizations, as well as national foreign service organizations. The courses are designed to provide analyses of global issues from both theoretical and empirical perspectives. UNU/IC consists of a compulsory Core course (UN System: Pressing Issues and Sustainable Solutions) and optional Courses (Students are allowed to choose one or two courses from - Peace and Human Rights; Global Change and Sustainability; Interna...

Japan International Scholarships 2009 for International Students: Honjo International Scholarship Foundation Requirements for foreign students applying for scholarships in 2009 Eligibility This scholarship is open to foreign students who will attend a graduate school at a Japanese university after April 1, 2009. Number of Scholarships Available 10 to 14 students. Requirements (To be considered for the scholarship, the student must satisfy ALL of the requirement criteria below.) 1. The student is registered to attend a graduate school in Japan and does not possess Japanese citizenship. His or her academic achievement as well as moral character is exemplary. He or she must be considered to be in need of financial aid due to extenuating financial circumstances. 2. The student must be registered to attend or have been accepted to attend a graduate school after April 1, 2009. He or she must be able to provide any of the following documentation: a certificate of enrollment, letter of admissi...

Ochanomizu University, a National University Corporation in Japan, is searching for a post-doctoral research fellow to work with Assistant Professor Dr. Jesper Jansson on the Program for Researchers to Promote Creative and Independent Research supported by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology. Number of available positions: 1 Terms of Employment: The first term is from the appointment day to March 31, 2009. The contract may be extended on a yearly basis until March 31, 2012, depending on the research performance. Research areas: Algorithms (Graph Theory, Combinatorial Pattern Matching, Computational Complexity) and Bioinformatics (Phylogenetics, Clustering, Comparative Genomics). Qualifications: Applicants must have, or expect to hold by March 31, 2009, a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or Mathematics. Gross salary: 4,560,000yen (about 42,000 USD) per year. Social insurance contributions and income tax will be deducted from the salary. ...

What is Special Scholarship Program (SSP)? Special Scholarship Program (SSP) was established in 2003 in order to support the advanced research of the university by enlisting the help of highly capable international students. Every year in April and October, the university enrolls selected foreign doctoral students under specific research projects. The students pursue the doctoral course in English while at the same time assisting their host professor as a research assistant (RA). Through this program KUT wishes to expand and deepen international ties with academic and educational institutions all over the world. Application Guideline for Special Scholarship Program (SSP) 1. PROGRAM OF STUDY Course for International Students Doctoral Program (3 years) Department of Engineering, Graduate School of Engineering 2. NUMBER OF STUDENTS TO BE ADMITTED 20 students per year 3. ENROLLMENT TIME April/October 4. SCHOLARSHIP TERM One year *The term will be extended for increments of one year up to a...

The Research Center for Advanced Carbon Materials at AIST, Japan invites highly-motivated applicants from various research backgrounds for post-doctoral positions to work on the development of nanotechnology, nanomaterials, and nanodevices. Led by Prof. Sumio Iijima, recognized as the discoverer of carbon nanotubes (CNT), we have established ourselves as one of the world leaders in the hot field of carbon nanotube synthesis and applications. The candidates are expected to contribute to our ongoing efforts based on our original "Super Growth CVD" (Science 2004) to develop rational synthetic approaches to ultimately grow carbon nanotubes with completely defined structures and explore their unique properties to develop innovative applications. We are leading several large government projects (until 2011) whose generous funding allows us to further expand our future research as well as to aim for the next big breakthrough. Furthermore, through our close relationship with companie...

A position as postdoctoral fellow in the area of quantum chemistry is open in the group of Stephan Irle. Period: Until March 2009 with possible extension upon mutual agreement. Field: Nanocarbon and nanobio materials design employing quantum chemistry, electronic structure theory, QM/MD simulations and hybrid methods. The successful candidate is expected to develop methods for quantum chemical molecular dynamics and/or conduct theoretical study of structures, functionality, electronic structure, thermodynamic and spectroscopic properties, and formation mechanisms of nanocarbon and synthetic biological (green) materials. The theoretical studies will be carried out in close collaboration with the experimental groups of Profs. Hisanori Shinohara (nanocarbon), Shigehiro Yamaguchi (organic dyes), and Susumu Saito (nanobio, Noyori lab), all members of the IAR. Nanocarbon projects involve direct and close collaboration with the group of Prof. Keiji Morokuma in Kyoto. Preference will be give...