Applicants will benefit from the following:

• Tuition fee coverage and potential financial assistance for qualified applicants
• Access to an international learning environment within the United Nations system in Tokyo.
• Participation in cutting-edge research projects under the thematic areas of sustainability
• Opportunities to interact with global experts, policymakers, and practitioners through workshops, seminars, and conferences
• Collaborative research experience with leading scholars at UNU-IAS and other Japanese universities like the University of Tokyo
• Access to high-quality educational resources and networks for professional development.

The UNU-IAS Postgraduate Programmes in Sustainability seek students who:

• Applicants must have a strong academic interest in global sustainability issues and a desire to contribute to solving environmental and societal challenges through a transdisciplinary approach.
• Possess solid research skills and a clear focus on global issues, with a strong motivation to engage in research within UNU-IAS thematic areas.
• Aim to apply academic research to policymaking and pursue careers in international fields, including public service, NGOs, multinational corporations, or educational institutions.
• Academic qualifications:
  • MSc: A bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
  • PhD: A master’s degree or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English (TOEFL or IELTS scores may be required).

DETAILS: HERE