Fully Funded PhD in Japan – Kochi University of Technology Special Scholarship Program (SSP)

Fully Funded PhD in Japan – Kochi University of Technology Special Scholarship Program (SSP)

PhD

Selected courses offered by the university

Last Date 15 October 2025

If you're on the lookout for a fully funded PhD experience in Japan, you should definitely check out what Kochi University of Technology (KUT) has to offer. They’ve got a great deal going on with their Special Scholarship Program (SSP).This program is all about serious research and is perfect for motivated international students.

What Is the SSP?

The SSP started in 2003 and is a 3-year doctoral program at KUT’s Graduate School of Engineering. It’s all in English and looks to admit around 15 top-notch doctoral candidates each year. The program is meant for those who are dedicated to focusing on research during their studies and want to become skilled researchers.

Scholarship Details

Enrollment & Eligibility

We have intakes in April and October. The classes are taught in English. You'll earn either a Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering or a Doctor of Philosophy, based on your research area. Just a heads up, each supervisor can only take on a maximum of 3 SSP students at the same time.

Financial Support

Applicants accepted into the SSP program get solid financial help, which includes:

• Monthly Stipend: 150,000 yen for your research work.
• Fee Waivers: You won’t have to pay the 15,000 yen entrance exam fee, the 300,000 yen enrollment fee, or the 535,800 yen annual tuition fee.

Research Fields

SSP students work on all kinds of research topics, including:

• Smart Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
• Electronics and Photonics
• Architecture and Infrastructure Design
• Engineering Science
• Informatics
• Data and Innovation
• Economics and Management

Application Deadline

Deadlines vary by intake (April or October).

Apply now