JFUNU Scholarships for PhD in Sustainability Science

Are you an aspiring scholar from a developing country looking to pursue a PhD in Sustainability Science at a prestigious international institution? The Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship might be the perfect opportunity for you!

What is the JFUNU Scholarship?

The JFUNU Scholarship is offered by the United Nations University Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS). This scholarship aims to support outstanding candidates from developing countries who demonstrate a need for financial assistance and have been admitted to the PhD Programme in Sustainability Science at UNU-IAS.

Who is eligible?

To be eligible for the JFUNU Scholarship, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

1. Hold a completed Master’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognized university or higher education institution in a field related to sustainability, along with a minimum of 2 years of professional field experience in UNU-IAS research themes after obtaining the degree (full-time equivalent).

OR

Have two completed Master’s degrees, with at least one being in a discipline related to sustainability studies. Those expecting to receive a second Master’s degree before the entrance period of September 2022 may also apply.

2. Maintain a GPA of 2.8 or above on a 4.0 scale (equivalent to 70% on a 100% scale) for at least one of the earned Master’s degrees.
3. Possess English language proficiency, meeting the minimum score requirements for English language qualifications: 600 in TOEFL – Paper-Based Testing (PBT), 100 in TOEFL – Internet-Based Testing (IBT), or 7.0 in IELTS – Academic format.

Please note that applicants must be citizens of developing countries listed in the latest OECD DAC list. Also, individuals living in Japan under a working visa or pursuing a second PhD degree at UNU-IAS are not eligible for this scholarship.

What does the scholarship offer?

The JFUNU Scholarship provides financial support to successful candidates, covering the following aspects:

1. A monthly allowance of 120,000 JPY (Japanese Yen) to cover living expenses for up to 36 months.
2. Full waiver of tuition fees.

However, it’s important to keep in mind that students are responsible for covering their travel costs to and from Japan, visa handling fees, and health/accident insurance expenses.

How to apply?

As of now, applications are closed, and the deadline for the next application cycle was on 17th February 2023. To apply for the JFUNU Scholarship, candidates need to complete the online application form for admission to the PhD Programme in Sustainability Science. Exceptional applicants will be automatically considered for the scholarship during the admission selection process, and there is no need for a separate scholarship application.

For detailed information and access to the application form, interested individuals can visit the official scholarship website at: https://ias.unu.edu/en/admissions/degrees/phd-in-sustainability-science-2023.html#overview

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to advance your studies and contribute to sustainability science. Best of luck to all eligible candidates in their pursuit of knowledge and making a positive impact on our planet’s future!