Exciting news for undergraduates! Applications are now open for the KYOTO University Amgen Scholars Program 2025. This fully funded, 8-week summer internship offers students from any major a unique opportunity to engage in high-level research at Kyoto University, Japan. This program is open to all students, with no minimum GPA or IELTS requirement if you study at an English-medium institution. Scheduled from June 6 to August 7, 2025, this internship provides a stipend, airfare, and free accommodation. You'll work closely with a Kyoto University faculty mentor and have time to explore Kyoto's famous temples, shrines, and gardens. Check out the full details and application process below.
Program Details
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: Kyoto University
- Duration: 8 weeks
- Internship Dates: June 6 – August 7, 2025
- Funding: Fully Funded
- Application Deadline: February 1, 2025
Number of Interns: Only 10 selected scholars will participate in the program.
Financial Benefits
- Travel: Round-trip airfare
- Accommodation: Provided free of charge
- Stipend: 90,000 yen at the beginning and another 90,000 yen in mid-July
Research Areas
The internship involves an intensive research experience in various scientific fields, including:
- Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, Biotechnology
- Cheminformatics, Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
- Chemistry, Immunology, Medical Pharmacology
- Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Neurobiology
- Neuroscience, Pathology, Psychology, Statistics, Toxicology
Interns will also join seminars and lab visits, offering a comprehensive research experience.
Eligibility Criteria
- Student Status: Open to both international and domestic undergraduate students
- Enrollment: Must be currently enrolled at a college or university in Asia
- Academic Requirements: Must have completed at least the first year of undergraduate study by the start of the internship, with at least one semester remaining afterward
Eligible Countries
Students studying in institutions across Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia, Southern Asia, and Western Asia are eligible. This includes countries like Japan, China, India, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and many more.
How to Apply for the KYOTO University Amgen Scholars Program 2025
Complete the online application and upload the necessary documents. Click here to apply and begin your journey with the KYOTO University Amgen Scholars Program 2025.
