The Daiwa Scholarship is a unique 19-month programme of language study, work placement and homestay in Japan, following a month of Japanese language tuition in the UK. Daiwa Scholarships offer young and talented UK citizens with strong leadership potential, the opportunity to acquire Japanese language skills, and to access expertise and knowledge relevant to their career goals. Japanese language knowledge is not required.

As of May 2017, 165 Daiwa Scholars – including scientists, artists, academics, lawyers and architects – will have benefited from the Daiwa Scholarships. Daiwa Scholarships are provided by the Foundation to encourage better understanding between both countries.

Only UK citizens are eligible to apply. Candidates should be graduates or due to graduate by the time of departure, equipped with a strong degree in any subject* or with a strong record of achievement in their field and in possession of clear career objectives combined with a serious interest in Japan. Up to eight places will be available for the 2018 programme (August 2018 to end of March 2020.)

You can read more about the programme here: http://dajf.org.uk/scholarships/daiwa-scholarship

Any queries can be referred to scholarships@dajf.org.uk .

The deadline for 2018 Daiwa Scholarship programme is 7 December 2017.