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2027 UNIVERSITY RECOMMENDED JAPANESE GOVERNMENT (MEXT) SCHOLARSHIP

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Application Deadline: From October 15 to October 30, 2026, Japan Standard Time. The electronic application must be submitted within the application period.

LOCATION: Japan

The Graduate School of Science, The University of Tokyo accepts applications from international students for study in Japan who satisfy the following qualifications and conditions. Its aim is to foster human resources who will become bridges of friendship between the recipient’s country and Japan through study in Japan and who will contribute to the development of both countries and the wider world.

ELIGIBILITY:

Field: Science disciplines (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Earth Sciences, Biology, interdisciplinary research). Applicants must apply in a field related to their previous academic background.

Applicants must:

Be international students with outstanding academic records (GPA ≥ 2.30/3.0 scale).

Be born on or after April 2, 1992.

Hold the nationality of a country with diplomatic relations with Japan.

Apply for Master’s or Doctoral programmes at the Graduate School of Science, University of Tokyo.

Meet language proficiency requirements:

English: CEFR B2 or above (TOEFL iBT ≥ 72, IELTS ≥ 5.5).

Japanese: JLPT N2 or higher.

Be physically and mentally healthy.

Be able to arrive in Japan by October 1, 2027.

Duration of Study:

Master’s: 2 years (Oct 2027 – Sept 2029).

Doctoral: 3 years (Oct 2027 – Sept 2030).

Possible extension from Master’s to Doctoral upon outstanding performance.

Required Documents:

Application form (double-sided print).

Field of Study & Research Plan.

Recommendation letter from a dean or above.

Passport-type photo.

Official transcripts (with grading system explanation).

Proof of language proficiency.

Abstract of graduation thesis.

Graduation/expected graduation certificate.

Passport copy.

Apply for admission to the Graduate School of Science (Master’s/Doctoral programme).

Prepare and submit all required documents electronically via the designated form.

Application period: 15–30 October 2026 (JST).

Await nomination results (Feb–June 2027).

    BENEFIT:

    Monthly stipend:

    Master’s: ¥144,000/month.

    Doctoral: ¥145,000/month.

    Full tuition and enrollment fee exemption.

    Economy-class airfare to and from Japan.

    Guaranteed housing in the University of Tokyo International Lodge for the first year (rent approx. ¥50,000–70,000/month).

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    DARWIN INITIATIVE ROUND 32 FUNDING PROGRAMME

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    Application Deadline for Darwin Initiative Extra Stage 1: Wednesday 1 July 2026

    LOCATION: United Kingdom

    They are thrilled to announce that applications for Darwin Initiative Round 32 are now open.

    The aim of the Darwin Initiative is to support communities to find just, scalable, and sustainable ways to conserve and restore nature while growing their economies and reducing poverty. Darwin Initiative grants enable real impact on the ground. 

    ELIGIBILITY:

    Eligible Countries: The Darwin Initiative has narrowed its focus to ensure deeper impact. Round 32 prioritizes projects in biodiversity-rich regions where conservation and poverty reduction are most urgent.

    Total eligible countries: 35

    Regions covered: Africa, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and small island states

    Selection criteria: Countries must fall within one of the 13 biodiversity hotspots identified by Defra for this round.
    Location: Focused on 13 biodiversity hotspots across 35 countries.
    Host Organization: Darwin Initiative

    Projects should support communities to find just, scalable, and sustainable ways to conserve and restore nature while growing their economies and reducing poverty.

    Round 32 focuses on 13 biodiversity hotspots across 35 countries.

    Organisations are limited to leading on one application per scheme.

    Organisations may appear on an unlimited number of applications as partners.

    The Darwin Initiative Innovation scheme will no longer accept new applications in Round 32.

    Applicants should review the scheme guidance and application requirements on the Darwin Initiative application portal. Then, choose the relevant scheme: Extra, Main, or Capability & Capacity.

    Because scheme deadlines differ, make sure you submit under the correct funding window. For full guidance and updates, use the official source.

    BENEFIT:

    Grant Amount: The grants range between £200,000 and £1,000,000, depending on the type of grant and project scope.
    Project Duration: Main Projects: 2–5 years

    Flexibility: The exact length should match the scale of your proposed work and the outcomes you aim to achieve.
    Funding Scope: Funding for projects through the Darwin Initiative grant schemes, including support for biodiversity conservation and restoration, poverty reduction, community resilience, and systems strengthening.

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