International Program of Frontier Biotechnology – Monbukagakusho Scholarship
International Program of Frontier Biotechnology is a five-year program for Master’s and Doctoral degrees for Japanese Government (Monbukagakusho) Scholarship Students.
The aim of this program is to expose young scientists to state-of-the-art research skills and indepth knowledge of advanced biology, chemistry and physics to harness the potential of biotechnology. The program encompasses both master and doctor courses, while emphasizing research that directly benefits society and the environment. Students are expected to enroll in these courses sequentially in order to obtain both master’s and doctor’s degrees. Scholarship provides 157,000 JPY per month, Air ticket (to and from Japan) and Tuition fee exemption.
Who can Apply?
- Indians are eligible for applying. Nationality must be of the countries whose citizens are eligible for a Monbukagakusho Scholarship (Japanese Government Scholarship).
- Upper age limit of 35 years as of April 1, 2010.
- Must have graduated from a university or college and completed 16 years of formal study by September 30, 2010.
- Must have a good command of English. TOEFL scores are accepted.
How to Apply?
Application Guidelines: http://www.mls.eng.osaka-u.ac.jp/FB_inter_prog/2010BF/2010_kokuhi_guide.pdf
Application Form: http://www.mls.eng.osaka-u.ac.jp/FB_inter_prog/2010BF/2010_kokuhi_form.pdf
Application Deadline: December 10 (Thursday), 2009
Contact:
International Students Section
Academic Affairs Division
Graduate School of Engineering
Osaka University
2-1 Yamadaoka, Suita, Osaka 565-0871
E-mail: iso-staffeng.osaka-u.ac.jp
Fax: +81-6-6879-7229
Program Start Date: October 1 (Friday), 2010
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