JAGAM invites Malaysians to apply for a Post Graduate Scholarship to Japan

Japanese Government with the collaboration of Japan Graduates’ Association of Malaysia (JAGAM), a chapter of ASEAN Council of Japan Alumni (ASCOJA) will be providing a scholarship (Japanese Government Scholarship Students with ASCOJA recommendation) to an eligible applicant for Master or PhD course for the April 2013 enrolment.

Malaysians who are under 35 years of age as of 1st April 2013 and are degree holders with 16 years of formal education or undergraduates who are in the final year at their respective universities are eligible to apply.

During the term of the scholarship, the recipient will have a monthly allowance of approximately 143,000 yen while fees and tuition at university will be exempted. A round-trip airplane ticket is also provided.
“It is a privileged opportunity for the Malaysian scholar who not only able to pursue academic study and research in one of the most advanced nations in the world, but also get to experience the nature, beauty, peace, rich culture and in general, the way of life in Japan,” said Mr. Phua Lee Kerk, president of JAGAM, “We are proud to embark on this program and sincerely appreciate the Japanese Government for its commitment to the education of Malaysians.” 
Applicants should ensure their duly completed form is submitted before 4.00pm 30th March 2012. For further information and application form, please contact JAGAM at the below address / telephone number.