[Call for Applicants] Scholars Programme on EU-ASEAN Relations (SPEAR) 2025

Greetings from EU Delegation to ASEAN!

The “Scholars Programme on EU-ASEAN Relations (SPEAR)” is a programme organised by the EU Delegation to ASEAN. It aims to provide international relations academics – including university lecturers, scholars and researchers – with a unique opportunity to deepen their understanding of EU-ASEAN relations. The programme is designed to introduce participants to the ‘nuts and bolts’ of EU-ASEAN relations, serve to expose participants to EU-ASEAN cooperation and inform them of latest developments in EU-ASEAN affairs.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for Scholars Programme on EU-ASEAN Relations (SPEAR) 2025 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

 

Program Information Website 

Application Guidelines

 

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Participants will engage in in-depth discussions with prominent figures in EU-ASEAN relations
• Participants will gain opportunities to participate in/ contribute to other activities organised by the EU Delegation.
• Participants will have the opportunity to continue to network with fellow participants and the EU and ASEAN representatives to support and advance each other’s work.
• All participants will receive a certificate recognising their participation in the programme from the EU Ambassador to ASEAN.

 

ELIGIBILITY

• Current profession: Scholars, lecturers or researchers focusing on international relations, ASEAN studies, EU foreign policy or related fields
• Academic background: A Master’s degree or equivalent
• Nationality: Citizens of ASEAN Member States (Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam) or Timor-Leste
• Language: Fluent in English
• Research or teaching interests: Demonstrated interest in EU-ASEAN related issues
• Commitment: Willingness to attend all programme sessions and actively participate throughout
• Alumni: Previous participants of the SPEAR programme may be considered

 

REQUIREMENTS

• Curriculum Vitae (CV): A detailed CV outlining your educational and professional background, career achievements, written publications, etc.
• Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words): A personal statement explaining your motivation, career goals and interest in the topic within the scope of EU-ASEAN relations.
• Supporting Documents: Copies of your valid ID, Master’s degree certificate and at least one reference letter.

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Apply directly to SPEAR Website. Kindly refer to the website attached.
2. The deadline is 03 October 2025.
3. The FINAL decision is from SPEAR.

 

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

• WhatsApp: +62 812-1888-7818 (WA)
• Email: scholarship@ugm.ac.id

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM