Application Deadline: October 16th, 2026
LOCATION: Japan
The Kochi University of Technology (KUT) extends their application for qualified international doctoral students to apply for the Special Scholarship Program (SSP) on research projects in the field of Engineering. Every year in April and October, the university enrolls selected doctoral students for specific research projects. The students pursue the doctoral course in English (excl. Japanese students) while at the same time assisting their host professor as a research assistant (RA). Through this program, KUT wishes to expand and deepen international ties with academic and educational institutions all over the world.
ELIGIBILITY:
To have permission from the preferred SSP supervisor to apply
To hold a degree from an accredited institution comparable to the master’s degree offered at KUT after 18 years of education, or to be scheduled to acquire such a degree before the KUT enrollment date
To be 35 years old or under at the time of enrollment, in principle
To have an excellent academic record and strong bachelor’s and master’s degrees from reputable universities
To have the intention, adequate knowledge and research skill to study in the research field
To have high English proficiency（a minimum score of TOEFL iBT72 (Writing 17), IELTS 5.5 (Writing 5.5), CET-6 or WSK(PETS-5) . Applicants may not be required to submit English test score if they meet certain conditions.
The applicants are encouraged to send a pre-application request to their preferred supervisors at least 8 weeks prior to the formal application deadline. (Please find the application deadline in item 11 “Admission Sechedule” on this page. Only individuals who have obtained the permission of their preferred supervisors are eligible to formally apply to the SSP program.
BENEFIT:
Exemption from 15,000 yen entrance examination fee, 300,000 yen enrollment fee and 535,800 yen/year tuition fee for three years
To support living expenses, 150,000 yen/month is paid as scholarship for three years
150,000 yen is provided for travel and initial living costs. (given only to international applicants who are living outside Japan, and who have, or have the intention to acquire, “Student” status of Japanese residence at the time of entry into Japan)
