JFUNU Scholarships for Developing Country Students in the MSc in Sustainability Program
JFUNU Scholarships for Developing Country Students in the MSc in Sustainability Program
JFUNU Scholarships for Developing Country Students in the MSc in Sustainability Program Outstanding applicants from developing nations who can prove they need financial aid and who are accepted into the Master of Science in Sustainability program at the United Nations University’s Institute for the Advanced Study of Sustainability (UNU-IAS) are eligible for the Japan Foundation for UNU (JFUNU) Scholarship. This link will lead you to further scholarships available for the same degree.
UNU-IAS Master of Science Program in Sustainability
- Hosted by UNU-IAS.
- Offers a PhD in sustainability science.
- Limited scholarships are available.
- Targets developing nations on the OECD DAC list.
JFUNU Scholarship Terms and Value
- Offers a monthly living expense stipend of 120,000 JPY* for 24 months.
- There are no tuition expenses for recipients.
- The student is responsible for out-of-country travel, visa processing, and health/accident insurance premiums.
Master of Science in Sustainability Program Requirements
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a sustainability-related field from an accredited university.
- A minimum GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale or 70% on a 100% scale.
- Fluency in English.
- Minimum scores for English language qualifications are 600 on the TOEFL Paper-Based Testing (PBT), 100 on the TOEFL Internet-Based Testing (IBT), and 7.0 on the IELTS Academic format.
Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- Must be citizens of underdeveloped nations needing financial support.
- Work visa holders in Japan are not eligible.
- Cannot be enrolled in other postgraduate degree programs.
- Multiple scholarships cannot be held simultaneously.
JFUNU Scholarship Application Guidelines
- Use the online application form for official admissions.
- Prioritize financial needs in developing nations.
- There is no need for a second scholarship application.
- Read the 2024 Application Guidelines.
- Access the application form and instructions on the official website.
Deadline for application: February 25, 2024 (23:59 Japan Standard Time).
Visit the official scholarship website
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