Amgen Scholars Program 2017 for International Students in Japan
Amgen Scholars Program 2017 for International Students in Japan

Research Scholarships 

Partial Funded Scholarships for International Students

2021/ 2022 Scholarships in Japan

Amgen Scholars Program 2021

Amgen Scholars program with two host institutes Kyoto University and The University of Tokyo offers for worldwide applicants to undertake scientific research projects in Japan. The Amgen Scholars Program provides hundreds of selected undergraduate students with the opportunity to engage in a hands-on research experience at many of the world’s leading educational institutions.

Fields of Study / Subjects

Depending on the host university, research areas may include:

  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biopsychology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Immunology
  • Medical Pharmacology
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular
  • Cell and Developmental Biology
  • Molecular Genetics
  • Molecular Medicine
  • Molecular Pharmacology
  • Neurobiology
  • Neuroscience
  • Pathology
  • Physiological Psychology
  • Physiological Science
  • Statistics
  • Toxicology

 Other latest Scholarships in Japan are also offered for different degrees and subjects all over the Japan.

Numbers of Scholarships

  • Each host institution in Japan will host approximately 20 Amgen Scholars each summer
  • 2 host institutions in Japan, it is expected that there will be approximately 40 Amgen Scholars in Japan each summer

Duration of Scholarships

A full-time research program commitment for eight to 10 weeks in Japan

Scholarships Description / Details

Kyoto University

  • 180,000 yen will be provided to Amgen Scholars

Scholars will receive:

  • 90,000 yen at the time of orientation (to be held on July 1)
  • 90,000 yen from the International Student Mobility Division around July 31
  • Student will also receive accommodation, travel and health facilities

University of Tokyo

  • Rooms: Near-campus accommodation
  • Stipends: Amount varies depending on the location of the university / college that applicants currently belong to
  • Asia / Oceania: 450,000 JPY
  • Europe / North, Central and South America: 500,000 JPY
  • Africa / Middle East 600,000 JPY 600,000 JPY
  • Japan 300,000 JPY

Eligibility Criteria

In to be considering for this program, applicants must have:

  • Undergraduate students enrolled in colleges or universities worldwide that award a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent degree
  • Undergraduate students enrolled in four-year colleges or universities who are sophomores in their second year (with four quarters or three semesters of college experience), juniors in their third year, or non-graduating seniors in their fourth year (who are returning in the fall to continue their undergraduate studies
  • Japan Program applicants must also have:
  • A strong record of academic performance
  • A good working knowledge of English, demonstrated by a minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 79, or IELTS overall band score of 6.0, or the equivalent in principle
  • An interest in pursuing a Ph.D

How to Apply / Download Scholarships Form / Documents Required

  • Apply online application system from main site
  • Both institutes has its own application process
  • Upload all required documents (as PDF files)
  • The file size of each document must not exceed 3 MB

Supporting documents at Kyoto University:

  • Statement of Purpose
  • (Two) Recommendation Letters
  • Official Academic Transcript
  • English/Japanese Test Scores achieved within last three years (if applicable)

Supporting documents at University of Tokyo:

  • Portrait photo
  • Passport
  • Resume/CV and Cover letter
  • Academic Transcript
  • Questionnaire
  • Proof of their English proficiency test score (if their first language is not English)
  • Letter of Reference
  • Contact us:
  • Kyoto University
    Ph: +81-75-753-2205
  • Email: amgenscholars@mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp
  • The University of Tokyo
    Ph: +81-(0)3-5841-0297
  • Email: amgenscholars@ml.adm.u-tokyo.ac.jp

Last Date to Apply / Deadline: 1st February (Annual)

Official Website: Visit official link

http://www.amgenscholars.com/japan-program