The JSPS Summer Programme provides the opportunity for current MPhil or PhD students to receive a one week orientation on Japanese culture and research systems on arrival and then move to a host institution in Japan of their choice and approved by JSPS, to conduct collaborative research activities for 2 months during the summer.
Value of award: Return international airfare, maintenance allowance (534,000, JPY), research support allowance (158,500 JPY) and overseas travel and accident insurance policy are provided.
Eligibility: Applicants must be a British national and a current MPhil or PhD student based at a UK university or research institution at the time of application. Eligible research fields are not limited.
Fellowship to take place during fixed period: Tuesday 12 June to Wednesday 22 August 2018
Applications should be sent to the British Council, Tokyo. A link to the application guidelines and form are available on the JSPS London website.
Application Deadline: Monday, 15th January 2018
See case studies written by former UK JSPS Summer Programme Fellows.
Any enquiries should be sent to: science@britishcouncil.or.jp
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science – Short Term Pre/Postdoctoral Fellowships










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