The Daiwa Scholarship is a unique 19-month programme of language study, work placement and homestay in Japan.

The Daiwa Scholarship is a unique 19-month programme of language study, work placement and homestay inJapan. Daiwa Scholarships offer young and talentedUKcitizens with strong leadership potential, the opportunity to acquire Japanese language skills, and to access expertise and knowledge relevant to their career goals.

No previous experience of Japan or Japanese is necessary.

Since 1991, 141 Daiwa Scholars - including scientists, artists, academics, lawyers and architects - have benefited from the Daiwa Scholarships. Up to six Daiwa Scholarships will be awarded in March 2014 to start in September 2014 and finish at the end of March 2016.

Daiwa Scholarships 2014 last 19 months, starting in September 2014 and finishing at the end of March 2016.

The selected Daiwa Scholars will undertake a short orientation in theUKin September 2014 and then move toJapanfor the rest of the Scholarship. There will also be an orientation programme on arrival inTokyo.

More information and how to apply