Kyushu University EU Centre
JMCoE-Q SHORT VISIT SCHOLARSHIP 2018-2019
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
Overview
The purpose of this scholarship is to support students during language study or other short-term
study programs within the EU. Through this study abroad, students will broaden and deepen theirunderstanding of the EU and its relationship to Japan and within the world, and establish acommitment to continue to develop strong and friendly ties between Japan and the EU into thefuture.
Eligibility
1. Degree-seeking students, either undergraduate or graduate, enrolled in Kyushu University. In
case there are many applicants, those who are registered in the EU-DPs (EU Studies DiplomaProgrammes) shall take precedence.
2. An overall GPA of 2.5 or above on the university transcript is strongly recommended.
*In accordance with the purpose of the EU grant, EU nationals may not apply for this scholarship.
Destination and Period of Study
Approved language programs (in languages of the EU member states) and spring or summer
programs taking place in any of the EU member states, from January 2019 to March 2019, areacceptable.
Number of Recipients
A few students shall be selected.
Award AmountFor travel expenses, tuition fees, and study abroad insurance costs (Futai kaigaku of Gakkensai), amaximum of 140,000 yen per student shall be awarded.
Application Documents
Please visit the EU Centre website (http://eu.kyushu-u.ac.jp/indexjp.html) to download theapplication forms.
1. Application (Form 1)
2. Motivation for application: “The reasons why I want to study in the EU” (Form 2)
3. Academic history of relevant non-native language study (Form 3 ) *¹
4. An official academic transcript (Japanese or English) (with GPA for undergraduates)*²
5. A photocopy of the official acceptance letter from the study abroad program*³
6. Documents indicating the amount for travel expenses and tuition fees (where applicable)(Form 4)*⁴

7. Documents outlining details of the program (program description, syllabus, etc.)
8. Documents indicating the amount for study abroad insurance costs (Futai kaigaku ofGakkensai)
Application Deadline
30 November 2018 (Friday)
Submit Applications in person or by mail to:
Kyushu University EU Centre (JMCoE-Q) (Location: Located in Rm. C-208, EAST ZONE, Ito Campus)
Selection Procedure
Recipients of this scholarship shall be determined by the EU Centre Management Committee. Basedon the application documents, students will be invited for interviews; candidates will be notified of
the results by the end of December.
Note: Applicants may also apply for other scholarships.
Post-study Report
Scholarship recipients shall submit a report to the EU Centre within two weeks after returning fromthe study program. (Form 5)
Payment of Scholarship
After finishing the program and confirming the receipt and documents concerning the payment ofexpenses, the scholarship will be transferred to the designated bank account of the recipient.
Notes
Due to the importance of crisis management, recipients should participate in the crisis management
seminar organized by Kyushu University before traveling. (It will be held in January 2018.
Information on the seminar will be sent to the recipients.)
Also, register at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs 'Tabireji' and collect local safety information.
Tabireji: https://www.ezairyu.mofa.go.jp/tabireg/＜Contact＞
Kyushu University EU Centre (JMCoE-Q)
744 Motooka, Nishi-ku, Fukuoka, 819-0395 (Located in Rm. C-208, EAST ZONE, Ito Campus)
TEL: +81-(0)92 802-2190
FAX: 092-802-2187
e-mail : euevent@jimu.kyushu-u.ac.jp
http://eu.kyushu-u.ac.jp*¹Students attending study abroad programs which do not include language courses must indicate
their ability to communicate effectively in the program’s language of instruction.
*²Official transcripts must show the previous spring and fall grades/GPA.
A letter of recommendation from your academic advisor may be submitted if this information is not
currently on your transcript.
* ³ Students may indicate the expected date of acceptance on the application (Form 1) if theacceptance letter cannot be obtained by the application deadline.
*⁴Applicants must provide a quote issued by a travel agency for travel expenses and an invoice or
documents showing the tuition fees.