
KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026 WITH JASSO
KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026 WITH JASSO. Commencing in 2000, The Graduate School of Science and Technology (GSST) at Kumamoto University initiated the Special Program for International Postgraduate Students, featuring select lectures conducted in English. This initiative aims to alleviate the language barrier for international students studying Japanese and provides Japanese students with greater exposure to English, essential for scientific research and study. In April 2007, GSST inaugurated the Global Joint Education Center for Science and Technology, facilitating educational collaborations and exchanges between GSST, universities, and industries worldwide, one of which is IJEP.
IJEP 2026 (International Joint Education Program for Science and Technology) Short-Term Exchange Program accepts qualified graduate students from overseas universities, including Telkom University, and provides education and research in English for a maximum of one academic year through Environmental Leader Program. In the Environmental Leader Program, students will belong to a laboratory to conduct a research project under the guidance of an academic supervisor in GSST. In addition, they are required to take some lectures related to topics in environmental issues and the field trip to learn about natural resources and related social issues.
But worry not, the Japan Student Service Organization (JASSO) Scholarship offers scholarships to selected 14 students from partner universities with a student exchange agreement, providing financial support to aid in their academic pursuits and cultural immersion during their exchange program experience. Let’s join the program!
SCHOLARSHIP OF KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
The Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 is supported by JASSO scholarship: monthly stipend for about ¥80,000* per month (IDR 8.500.000/month)
*Participants have to take responsibility for the flight ticket, accommodation, food, health insurance and other living cost, etc.
PROGRAM PERIOD OF KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
IJEP (International Joint Education Program for Science and Technology) Short-Term Exchange Program with JASSO scholarship starting in October 2026 for either 6 months (till March 2027) or 11 months (till August 2027).
INTERNAL REGISTRATION FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
Telkom University students need to apply for internal registration to join Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 before participating in the program at: https://tel-u.ac.id/ijepgraduatestepjasso2026
INTERNAL REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
Telkom University students who want to participate in the Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 at Kumamoto University must register beforehand via the internal application link before 20 May 2026.
PROGRAM STURUCTURE OF KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 program requires a research project, you are advised to check if we have a department compatible with your academic interest through this link: https://tel-u.ac.id/info-ijepjasso2026
It is highly recommended that you contact GSST faculty members to get consent to be a prospective supervisor before applying to Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 program.
PROGRAM CONTENT IN KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
- Research project
- Lectures “Current Science and Technology in Japan” in the fall semester (2 credits) are required. At least 3 classes related to topics in environmental issues are required. *Transcripts will be issued from GSST.
- Field trip
- Final Report
- Midterm and final presentations
ESTIMATED BUDGET FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026 (1 semester)

APPLICANTS ELIGIBILITY FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
- Telkom University graduate (master or doctoral) students
- Having excellent academic records and good honors with GPA of 3.00 (out of 4.00) or above
- An official score of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), Test of English for International Communications (TOEIC), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Desirable scores are greater than 71 for TOEFL-iBT (530 for TOEFL-pBT), 700 for TOEIC, and 6.0 for IELTS.
- Being nominated by the International Office of Telkom University
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
As the first step, Telkom University students must prepare all the required documents for joining the Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026, such as:
- Scan of Student ID Card
- Recent Academic Transcript in English
- Scan of English Proficiency Certificate.
- Formal Photo
- [form 1] Application Form for Kumamoto University Short-Term Exchange Program link from IO
- Certificate of Enrolment issued in English or Japanese
- Letter of recommendation from applicant’s academic supervisor or a faculty member
- Learning Agreement (Signed by Academic Supervisor & Head of Department). Link template: https://bit.ly/learningagreementtelu
- Recommendation Letter. Link Template: https://bit.ly/RecommendationLetter_ICAO
- Parental Consent. Link template: https://bit.ly/izinortuoutboundmobility
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
Follow these additional requirements for official registration to participate in Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026:
- Formal ID photo (640 pixels × 480 pixels) image: Digital image (JPG, PNG or BMP) of a picture taken within the last 3 months
- A copy of passport
- Bank certificate
- Application form
- Family Relation Certificate (only for applicants with bank certificate under their father or mother’s name)
- Letter of Recommendation by International Office of Telkom University (only for applicants who don’t meet the GPA or language requirement)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate (only for Graduate-level applicants)
APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR KUMAMOTO GRADUATE EXCHANGE 2026
- Applicant reads detailed information of Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 through GSST Kumamoto University Website: https://www.fast.kumamoto-u.ac.jp/gsst-en/special_program/ijep_science_and_technology/
- Applicant consults with academic supervisor related to participation in the program, including the courses’ selection.
- Applicant prepares required documents for the internal nomination step at Telkom University.
- Applicants make an Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 online registration for the nomination step at https://tel-u.ac.id/ijepgraduatestepjasso2026 before 20 May 2026.
- Wait for the next announcement regarding the CHOSEN nomination of Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 from the International Office of Telkom University.
- Once the nomination is passed, the applicant will be guided to apply to the official online application for Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026.
INFORMATION AND CONTACT PERSON
Kumamoto Graduate Exchange 2026 Poster
- Phone: +62 813 2112 3400
- Email: [email protected]