Are you a first- or second-year medical student with a passion for international collaboration and a drive to lead the future of healthcare? An extraordinary opportunity awaits you to advance your medical education through a prestigious partnership between ASEAN and Japan.
The ASEAN-Japan Medical Scholarship Programme is a fully funded initiative designed to support undergraduate medical students from ASEAN Member States. Offered by the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) in partnership with Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, this scholarship aims to cultivate the next generation of healthcare leaders.
By providing unique study opportunities within Japanese medical schools, the programme seeks to:
- Strengthen regional collaboration in the healthcare sector.
- Advance medical standards across both ASEAN and Japan.
- Develop future leaders equipped with global perspectives and specialized training.
Eligibility and Requirements
This call is specifically for first- and second-year undergraduate medical students who are citizens of ASEAN Member States. Because the program involves integration into the Japanese medical education system, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Language Proficiency: Applicants must hold a Japanese Language Proficiency certificate.
- Selection Process: Candidates will undergo a rigorous selection process conducted in both English and Japanese.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take this next step in your medical career, ensure your application is submitted before the deadline.
- Application Deadline: 31 August 2026.
- Submission Email: All applications must be sent to hcu.ajmsp@eria.org.
- Inquiries: For further information or specific questions regarding the application process, please contact the same email address: hcu.ajmsp@eria.org.
Don’t miss this chance to represent your country and learn from one of the world’s most advanced healthcare systems. Apply today and help shape the future of medicine in the region!
Reference:
CHED Memorandum IASCTS26-I-2163 (MOC No. 139, Series of 2026)
