OpenFieldOsaka University FrontierLab Mini Short-Term Research Exchange
Three to twelve-month laboratory placement program allowing international science and engineering students to conduct independent experimental research under Handai professors.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in good standing at an Osaka University partner university with GPA 2.3/3.0+.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.0.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Study plan and laboratory research proposal.
- Recommendation letters
- Nomination by home university international office.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- JASSO scholarship eligible: ¥80,000/month living allowance for approved exchange researchers
- Application fee
- Tuition and application fees waived under partner university agreements
- Tuition / joining costs
- ¥0 tuition under reciprocal academic exchange.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 28, 2027 (Application deadline for Autumn exchange placement)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Osaka University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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