- Are you looking to advance your studies and make a meaningful contribution to sustainable science? The United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) in Tokyo, Japan, is providing a unique opportunity for prospective researchers.
Their Doctor of Philosophy in Sustainability Science program is now accepting applications for September 2024. This three-year, full-time curriculum is intended to provide students with a thorough understanding of sustainability issues from a global change perspective. Here’s what you need to know to apply.
Programme Overview
The PhD programme focuses on sustainability science, incorporating a global change perspective to address critical issues like climate change and biodiversity. As a student, you’ll engage in problem-oriented research within UNU-IAS projects, gaining both quantitative and qualitative analytical skills. The curriculum encourages active participation and offers courses from UNU-IAS as well as other leading universities in Japan.
Key Details of This Opportunity
Application Deadline: 3 March 2024
Programme Start Date: September 2024
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Duration: Three years (36 months)
Language of Instruction: English
Sponsorship Package of UNU Scholarship 2024
The Japan Foundation for UNU (jfUNU) Scholarship is a significant financial support package offered to students enrolled in the PhD programme in Sustainability Science at the United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) in Tokyo, Japan. This scholarship is designed to aid students from developing countries who demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Here are the key details and benefits of the jfUNU Scholarship:
Coverage and Benefits
Monthly Allowance: The scholarship provides a monthly allowance of 120,000 JPY (Japanese Yen), which supports the student’s living expenses for up to 36 months. This allowance is a substantial benefit, helping to alleviate the financial burden of studying abroad.
Tuition Fees Waiver: One of the most significant benefits of the jfUNU scholarship is the potential waiver of tuition fees for scholarship recipients. Given that the tuition fee is USD 12,000 per year, this waiver represents a considerable saving, reducing the financial pressure on students and allowing them to focus more on their studies and research.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the jfUNU Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Developing Country Citizenship: Applicants must be from developing countries included in the latest OECD DAC list, highlighting the scholarship’s focus on supporting students from less economically developed regions.
Financial Need: Candidates must demonstrate a need for financial assistance, ensuring that the scholarship supports those who might not otherwise afford to pursue their PhD studies in Japan.
Visa Status: Applicants currently living in Japan under a working visa are not eligible, ensuring the scholarship is targeted at new international students coming to Japan specifically for their PhD studies.
Enrolment Status: The scholarship is exclusively available to new applicants for the PhD programme at UNU-IAS. Those already enrolled in a PhD programme elsewhere or who have obtained a PhD degree at another institution are not eligible
Admission Requirements: To be eligible, applicants must have:
A completed master’s degree related to sustainability, plus two years of professional experience relevant to UNU-IAS research themes; or two master’s degrees, one of which must be in a sustainability-related discipline.
A GPA of 2.8 or above (on a 4.0 scale) for at least one of the master’s degrees earned.
Proficiency in English, with required scores in TOEFL or IELTS.
How to Apply?
To start your application please refer to PhD Application Guidelines on the UNU-IAS website. Make sure to prepare all necessary documents and meet the application deadline of March 3, 2024.
Important Dates
Deadline: March 3, 2024
Interview Invitations: Mid-April 2024
Interviews: Mid to late April 2024
Announcement of Results: Late May 2024 onwards.
