05 November 2015
JSPS Summer Programme 2016
Application Deadline: Friday 15th January 2016
Fellowship to take place during fixed period: 14 June to 24 August 2016
Applications should be sent to the British Council Tokyo. Application guidelines and form are available on their website here:
www.britishcouncil.jp/en/programmes/higher-education/support-researchers
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.