[Japan] Kumamoto University – Graduate School of Science and Technology (GSST) IJEP program

Warm greetings from Kumamoto University in Japan!

Kumamoto is located in the center of Kyushu Island in Japan and is rich in nature. Kumamoto University is situated in Kumamoto City where the historic Kumamoto castle is surrounded by many trees. So, the city is called FOREST CITY. The University has a hill clad in fresh greenery behind the campus, giving us a tranquil atmosphere for studies. Kumamoto is also known for its high-quality freshwater springs, which provide drinking water to the residents. 

Moreover, Kumamoto University is one of the oldest universities in Japan with seven faculties, eleven graduate schools, and 23 research centers/institutes (as of August 2017) that support a wide spectrum of educational and research activities. Currently, the university is home to around 8,000 undergraduate students and 2,000 graduate students, including 507 international students from 49 countries (as of May 2017). For over 100 years the university has been at the forefront of culture, advancing science and technology, and contributing to the development of the Japanese educational system.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Kumamoto University Graduate School of Science and Technology (GSST) IJEP program 2021 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

For more information please click this link

 

Eligibility

• Have bachelor degree or alumni UGM
• Have strong motivation to conduct research or study in Science and Technology area

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Motivation Letter
3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
5. Study Plan
6. Research Plan
7. Official Academic Transcript
8. Colored Copy of Passport
9. English language proficiency  (Min. Score of TOEFL – ITP=550, iBT 79 or IELTS 6.0)
10. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download)

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Finish the online application to the Kumamoto University website directly in this link before 21st May 2021.
2. THE FINAL decision from Kumamoto University

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id).
• Application of outgoing mobility programs for fall semester in AY 2021/2022 will be processed but the implementation/execution will carefully consider the latest development of COVID-19 and government’s regulation.