Application for JDS 2020 is already closed.
Below information is for JDS 2020.
Information for JDS 2021 will be updated.
The Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship by Japanese Grant Aid (JDS) was launched in 2000 in Cambodia, and 392 Fellows have been studied in Japan since then.
Application for the academic year 2021-2022 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.
The application deadline of this year is at 3 p.m. on November 4 (Wed), 2020.
Introduction video of JDS project [13 min] * No password is required to view this video
The description on this website is based on the Application Guide below.
We recommend downloading the Application Guide and Application Form first and then watching the videos to prepare your application.
You will need a password to download the Application Guide and Form. Please fill out the following request form to obtain the password.
* Please get the password to download these files and forms
* The following information is downloadable at “3. Framework of Study”
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Video1 JDS application guide [25 min]
Video2 How to prepare the application documents [15 min]
Video3 How to write a research plan [18 min]
Video4 Tips for the selection [15 min]
| Nationality | Be a citizens of Cambodia |
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| Age | Between 22 and 39 years old as at April 1, 2021 |
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| Others | JDS Fellows must return to Cambodia upon completing the Master program and resume working for at least two (2) years at their initial workplace to make a contribution to the development of Cambodia. |
The framework of JDS Cambodia consists of Sub-Programs (Priority areas) / “Component (Development issues) as field of study, and Target Organizations and an accepting university are assigned in each component.
Please download a component information file and a university information file that you are interested in from the table below.
A whole table of the framework and a full list of the Target Organizations are also available.
1） Please download and refer to Application Guide 2020 and Application Form for the details of the application process. The following videos are also available for further details.
2） Seminar videos
Video1 JDS application guide [25 min]
Video2 How to prepare the application documents [15 min]
Video3 How to write a research plan [18 min]
Video4 Tips for the selection [15 min]
| Schedule | Steps | Description |
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| Sep 9 – Nov 4, 2020 | Application | Closing Date: 3:00 p.m. on November 4 (Wed), 2020 （Closed） |
| Mid Nov (Sat) | Academic aptitude test | TOEFL-ITP and Math tests ※ Check the Application Guide for further detail conditions of the tests |
| Dec – Early Jan | 1st Selection | Screening by the Japanese universities |
| Jan. 2021 | Health Checkup | |
| Early Feb | 2nd Selection | Interview by the university |
| End of Feb. | 3rd Selection | Interview by the Operating Committee |
| End Feb. – Early Mar | Approval by the OC |
| Mar – Apr | Application Procedure | JICE will support application for each university |
| May – Jul | Pre-Departure English & Academic Training | 1.5 months (Almost whole day and every day) |
| 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 |
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, it is highly recommended 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, it is also recommended 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.
Video3 How to write a research plan [18 min]
Video4 Tips for the selection [15 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 Guide for further details).
These tests will be one of big keys to passing the 1st selection to proceed to the interview stage. It is strongly recommended that you prepare adequately for the tests.
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