Fellowship
UNESCO/Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowship
UNESCO and the Government of Japan
Japan
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UNESCO and the Government of Japan
Application deadlineSep 30, 2026
Participation modeOn Site
Opportunity details
The important facts at a glance
Fellowship themeHeritage conservation and artificial intelligence for climate, inclusion, sustainable cities or education
DurationThree to nine months, beginning from February 2027
Funding and support providedUp to US$10,000 for travel, accommodation, subsistence and local transport, mandatory insurance, and approved research costs.
Ideal fellow profileUgandan master’s-level researchers aged 40 or younger with a strong proposal in an eligible theme and a confirmed academic supervisor in Japan.
Who can apply
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Uganda is explicitly eligible. Applicants must be 40 or younger, hold a master’s degree, demonstrate strong research ability and suitable language skills, and first secure acceptance from an academic supervisor at a Japanese university or research institution. Applications require nomination through the Uganda National Commission for UNESCO.
About this opportunity
Program overview and application information
A UNESCO/Japan fellowship for young researchers from eligible countries, including Uganda, to conduct 3–9 months of research at a Japanese university or research institution. Funding is up to US$10,000. UNESCO’s nomination deadline is 30 September 2026, but candidates should submit through the Uganda National Commission by about 16 September or any earlier local deadline. No application fee.
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