Location: Netherlands
Program: Postgraduate – Masters, PhD
Eligibility: International Students – European and Japanese
Duration: 1 year
Deadline: September 15, 2025
Annually the Canon Foundation in Europe grants up to 15 Fellowships to highly qualified European and Japanese researchers. European Fellows are expected to pursue a period of research in Japan whereas Japanese Fellows are expected to do their research in Europe. Canon Foundation Fellowships are for a minimum period of three months up to maximum of one year and are free to choose their host institutes and hosts in Japan. The same freedom is given to Japanese Canon Fellows coming to Europe. Canon Foundation Research Fellowships may be applied for when an agreement on co-operation and on a research plan has been reached between the guest researcher and the proposed host institution.
The University of Twente (UT) is a top-ranked research university located in Enschede, Netherlands, renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit, innovative teaching methods, and focus on high-tech and human-centered solutions. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, UT blends technology, engineering, and social sciences to address real-world challenges. The campus is often described as one of the most beautiful in the Netherlands, offering a vibrant international community, modern facilities, and an inspiring environment for both academic and personal growth. Through initiatives like the UTS, the university continues to attract global talent, nurturing professionals and leaders equipped to make a difference worldwide.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- The Canon Foundation support all fields of research.There are no limitations or restrictions. Applicants do not have to be currently enrolled or employed at the time of applying.
- The value of the scholarship is EUR 30,000 per year at the University Twente, Netherlands. These funds can also be used by the students to cover:
- Tuition fees
- Travel cost
- Housing
- Health care
- Food
- Books and Materials
- Transportation cost
Also Check:
University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) – Fully Funded
American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
- Europeans should have permanent citizenship in the country
- Applicants should have obtained at least a Master’s degree within the last ten years of applying to the Canon Foundation
- Have successfully completed a PhD or Master’s degree no longer than ten years ago. However, candidates who obtained their qualification more than ten years ago as long as they provide further supporting information in their application are considered
- Priority is given to applicants going to Europe and Japan for the first time;
- Have a Japanese nationality or permanent resident of Japan
- Hold a doctorate or at least a Master’s degree
Selection Criteria
Candidates who obtained their qualification more than ten years ago as long as they provide further supporting information in their application will be considered. Priority will be given to applicants going to Europe and Japan for the first time. The Selection Committee’s final decisions will be emailed to applicants before the middle of December of that year.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
