Application for JDS 2021 is already closed.
The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship by Japanese Grant Aid (JDS) was launched in 2000 in Cambodia, and as many as 500 Fellows have been turned out since then.
Application for the academic year 2022-2023 is now open for eligible applicants who subscribe to the scholarship aims and are interested in 2-year master degree programs (in English) at Japanese universities. 24 scholars will be selected through the selection.
Application deadline: November 11 (Thu), 2021.
December 3 (Fri), 2021
→ Partially extended to December 21 (Tue), 2021
Application Deadline is extended for
CP 1-1-3 Improvement of Education Quality (Hiroshima University)
CP 2-1 Improvement of Urban Living Environment (Toyo University)
CP 2-2 Improvement of Healthcare and Social Security System (Hiroshima University)
CP 3-2 Legal and Judicial Development (Nagoya University)
Application for other CP was closed.
Introduction video of JDS project [13 min]
We recommend downloading the “Application Guidelines” first and then watching the video seminars to prepare your application.
Please download the following three files at “5. Framework” below.
To apply for the JDS, please watch the following videos (in particular, Video 1 and 2)
Video1 JDS application guidelines [20 min]
Video2 How to prepare the application documents [15 min]
Video3 How to write a research plan [27 min]
Video4 Tips for the selection [20 min]
JICE JDS project office will answer questions and concerns from potential applicants online (by Zoom). Don’t miss this opportunity!
The host universities will hold their own seminars to introduce their university, program, and courses. Take this opportunity to learn more about the university in the field you intend to apply for.
Please access the following page and check the schedule.
Schedule for the Information session by the host universities
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The framework of JDS Cambodia consists of Sub-Programs (Priority areas) / “Component (Development issues) as field of study, host universities assigned in each component, and Target Organizations.
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(1) Newly enrolled students are to belong to either graduate school depending on assigned research supervisor.
→ Partially extended to 3 p.m. on December 21 (Tue), 2021
Application Deadline is extended for
CP 1-1-3 Improvement of Education Quality (Hiroshima University)
CP 2-1 Improvement of Urban Living Environment (Toyo University)
CP 2-2 Improvement of Healthcare and Social Security System (Hiroshima University)
CP 3-2 Legal and Judicial Development (Nagoya University)
The following is a tentative selection schedule for this year. For more information, please refer to the application guidelines and the seminar videos.
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Sep 13 – Dec 21, 2021*Dec 21, 2021* |
Application | Closing Date: 3:00 p.m. on December 21 (Tue), 2021*December 21 (Tue), 2021* |
Mid Nov (Sat) | Academic aptitude test | TOEFL-ITP and Math tests |
Dec – Early Jan, 2022 | 1st Selection | Screening by the Japanese universities |
Mid Jan | Health Checkup | |
Mid Feb | 2nd Selection | Interview by the university |
Early Mar | 3rd Selection | Interview by the Operating Committee |
Mar – Apr | Approval by the OC |
Mar – Apr | Application Procedure | JICE will support application for each university |
Apr – Jul | Pre-Departure English & Academic Training | Almost every day |
Pre-departure Japanese language training | ||
Jul | Orientations | Provided by JICA, MOEYS and JICE |
Aug. | Departure for Japan | JICE will arrange air-ticket, visa, and support before and after the arrival in Japan |
*Deadline extended for 4 CP only
In the JDS selection, the candidates will be evaluated on their academic abilities enough to pursue the master program in Japan as well as their potential of future contribution to the country. Thus, you are advised to explain that the objective of your research plan be in connection with the development issues under the component for which you are applying, and to rationalize how the study will be addressed in accordance with your career path, corresponding to the current position and responsibility at your workplace.
Moreover, you are also advised to research on the university and its program you are applying to make sure if the curriculums of the university and fields of specialization of faculty members match your research. The following videos may help your further understanding on the research plan and selection.
Video3 How to write a research plan [27 min]
Video4 Tips for the selection [20 min]
All qualified applicants must take English proficiency test (ITP-TOEFL) arranged by JICE JDS project office. On the other hand, the math test will be arranged based on request by the university for only the applicants for some designated component (Please refer to the Application Guidelines for further details).
It is highly recommended that applicants take the following practice tests to prepare for the real ones in the selection.
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