Japanese Goverment Scholarships for the Humanities

18 April 2010
Japanese Goverment Scholarships for the Humanities
These scholarships are open to all Filipino citizens.

Research Scholarship in the Humanities, etc. (may lead to a Master's degree or a Ph.D.)

This scholarship covers a 1 1/2 to 2-year period of study in Japan for individuals who are interested in conducting research in a field related to what they have previously studied within the scope of humanities, natural sciences or social sciences.

Applicants must be born on or after April 2, 1976, have good academic standing and completed at least 16 years of formal education. Experience in research work is an advantage.

Application

Application forms are available at the JICC Library in Manila, the Consular Offices of Japan in Cebu City and Davao City, or may be downloaded from the Embassy Website:
(www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/culture/scholarship/index.htm). Deadline for submission of requirements is on May 28, 2010 (Friday).

The selection process is composed of several stages, i.e. document screening, written exams & interviews. Only selected applicants at each stage will be notified for further instructions.

Free scholarship consultations are also held at the library of the Embassy of Japan every Friday at 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 2:00-4:30 PM. Interested individuals are requested to bring a valid ID so they can enter the embassy premises.

(More information HERE.)
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