Application Deadline
September 10, 2026
Coverage
100%
Amount
€15,000+
Duration
9 months
Country
Netherlands
The International Institute for Asian Studies (IIAS) introduces a groundbreaking fellowship programme that transforms traditional approaches to Asian Studies.
The ‘Asia in the World’ programme is de...
Fully Tuition
Monthly Stipend
Housing Support
Mentorship
Travel Grant
University Facilities
Visa Support
Must hold a PhD, or be a PhD candidate whose defense takes place no later than September 2026
A good command of English is required to apply and participate
Applicants must commit to the full 9-month residential duration across both phases (3 months at the co-host institution, 6 months in Leiden)
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
List of Publications: Required if applicable
Writing Sample / Portfolio: Optional/if applicable; sample publication, video, or audio file
Project Description: Detailed research proposal addressing state of the art, objectives, and methodologies (max 800 words).
State of the Art & Methodology: Specific methodological framework (max 500 words)
Career Positioning: Rationale for how this fellowship aligns with your trajectory (max 300 words)
Language Skills: Relevance to the research (max 300 words)
Co-Host Rationale: Explanation for selecting 4 preferred partner institutions (max 600 words)
Global Context & Impact: Significance to global Asian studies and projected multidisciplinary impact (max 500 words each)
Institutional Engagement: Motivations for choosing IIAS and potential Europe/Global collaborations (max 250–300 words each)
Two Reference Letters
Short Introductory Video
Online Application
Complete online application through the IIAS website, with all the required documents
Shortlisting
By December 2026
Finalist
Selection announcement by March 2027
Application Assistance
Personal guidance through every step
Essay Review
Professional feedback on your statement
Interview Prep
Mock interviews and coaching sessions
Mentorship Network
Connect with past scholarship recipients