The British Association for Japanese Studies (BAJS) is proud to announce the opening of applications for the 2024 John Crump Studentships. This prestigious funding opportunity supports PhD students pursuing research in Japanese subjects at UK universities, honoring the memory of Professor John Crump, a former BAJS President and Senior Editor of Japan Forum.
The John Crump Studentships offer partial funding of up to £3,000 yearly to successful applicants. This financial assistance aims to support postgraduate researchers in the final stages of writing their PhD dissertations, helping to alleviate financial hardship and promote excellence in Japanese studies.
Significance of the Studentships
The John Crump Studentships play a crucial role in supporting the next generation of Japanese studies scholars in the UK. By providing financial assistance during the critical final stages of PhD research, these studentships contribute to:
- Advancing academic knowledge of Japan’s language, culture, history, and society
- Maintaining the UK’s position as a leading center for Japanese studies outside Japan
- Fostering international understanding and strengthening UK-Japan relations
- Supporting diverse perspectives and research topics within the field
Scholarship Value
Successful applicants will receive up to GBP 3,000
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the studentship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be members of BAJS
- Be enrolled as postgraduate students at a UK university
- Be in the final stages of writing their PhD dissertation on a Japanese subject
Note: BAJS prioritizes students who have received smaller amounts of funding during their PhD studies. This approach aims to provide support where it’s most needed and ensure a fair distribution of resources among researchers in Japanese studies.
Application Process
The application procedure for the John Crump Studentship is twofold:
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Online Application:
- Applicants must submit an online application form through the BAJS website on https://www.bajs.org.uk/funding-and-prizes/john-crump-studentship/john-crump-studentship-application/
- Access to the form requires logging into a BAJS member account
- Upon submission, applicants receive an acknowledgement email with a unique reference number
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Supervisor’s Reference:
The applicant’s PhD supervisor must submit a reference to the specified mail address. The reference should include:
- Confirmation of the PhD start date and precise submission date
- An honest assessment of the applicant’s performance
- A clear explanation of the financial hardship the student will face until their viva
For more information, visit the scholarship official website on http://www.bajs.org.uk/funding-and-prizes/john-crump-studentship/
Key Dates and Deadlines
The John Crump Studentships have two application cycles per year:
- April 30 deadline for the July-December period
- October 31 deadline for the January-June period
The upcoming deadline for the 2024 studentships is October 31, 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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For which field is the John Crump Studentships in the UK, 2024 offered?
They are offered for Japanese subjects available at the university.
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Who can apply for the John Crump Studentships in the UK, 2024?
These studentships are open to all nationals.
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Who is offering the John Crump Studentships in the UK, 2024?
They are offered by the British Association for Japanese Studies.
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What is the funding covered in the John Crump Studentships in the UK, 2024?
The funding covers partial funding, up to £3,000 yearly.
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