JSPS Summer Programme 2020

Application Deadline: 15 January 2020, 23.59 GMT

Fellowship to take place during fixed period: 9 June to 19 August 2020.

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.

For the 2020 Programme, 23 fellowship places are available for UK nationals.

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 UK 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.

Applications should be sent to the British Council Tokyo.

• Application guidelines and form are available on the JSPS London website
• Reports written by former UK JSPS Summer Programme Fellows about their experiences of this programme

For any enquiries please e-mail: science@britishcouncil.or.jp

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