Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Applied Mathematics in Japan
Positions in applied mathematics in japan
3 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in applied mathematics in Japan include Tokyo Metropolitan University, RIKEN and Doshisha University.
Tokyo Metropolitan University
Japan
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2 weeks ago
Tokyo Metropolitan University is recruiting a Special Research Fellow for a project on control of multi-agent systems and autocratic strategies under the JST Strategic Basic Research Programs / PRESTO (Future Mathematical Sciences). The position is based in the Department of Physics, Graduate School of Science , and involves research on new control methods for multi-agent systems. The project aims to clarify the conditions under which autocratic strategies can unilaterally control payoffs in pro...
Computer Science
Biology
Mathematics
+7 more
2 weeks ago
RIKEN
Japan
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3 weeks ago
RIKEN is recruiting two Special Research Fellows for the Research Group for Quantum Functional Systems at the Center for Emergent Matter Science in Wako, Saitama, Japan. This is a postdoctoral-equivalent, fixed-term research position focused on quantum computing , quantum information processing , spin qubits , silicon quantum dots , and semiconductor quantum devices . The project aims to develop the fundamental principles and technologies for scalable silicon quantum computing , including evalua...
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Materials Science
+9 more
3 weeks ago
Doshisha University
Japan
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1 month ago
Doshisha University in Japan is inviting applications for one postdoctoral researcher to join a joint research project with Professor Yury Korolev at the University of Bath, UK. The project is supported by the Royal Society through the ISPF International Collaboration Awards 2025 Round 2 – Japan and is titled Operator Learning for Gradient Flows with Applications in Imaging . The research will focus on the mathematical foundations of operator learning , with possible topics including operator le...
Medical Imaging
Mathematics
Functional Analysis
+4 more
1 month ago
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Living costs in Japan
Estimated costs in Japan.
MonthlyYearly | Japan |
|---|---|
 Dining Out & Social Restaurants, cafes, and social dining per year | ¥360.0k $2,400/yr |
 Visa & Immigration Fees Student visa and residence permit fees per year | ¥4.5k $30/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | ¥360.0k $2,400/yr |
 Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | ¥30.0k $200/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
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Kyushu University
Japan
Research Interests
Computational Neuroscience
Offshore Engineering
Convex Analysis
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Optimization Theory
Professor
Chiba University
Japan
Research Interests
Mathematical Logic
Algebra
Differential Geometry
Mathematics
Regularity Theory
Senior Lecturer
University of Fukui
Japan
Research Interests
Computational Neuroscience
Computer Graphics
Computer Vision
Optimization Algorithm
Metaheuristic
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Professor
Shonan Institute of Technology
Japan
Research Interests
Biochemical Engineering
Tissue Engineering
Electrodialysis
Membrane Technology
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Specially Appointed Associate Professor
Yokohama National University
Japan
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Conjugated Polymer
Semiconductor Physics
Electron Transport
Professor Emeritus
Kyushu Institute of Technology
Japan
Research Interests
Solid Mechanics
Structural Engineering
Fracture Mechanics
Applied Mechanics
Residual Stress
Scholarships relevant to you
JASSO Scholarship
Varies
Japan Student Services OrganizationJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualJASSO scholarships support international students studying in Japan, mainly through monthly stipends and, in some cases, additional university-based tuition support.
Bachelor
Master
PhD
YLP MEXT Scholarship
Fully Funded
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Government of JapanJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualThe YLP MEXT Scholarship supports mid-career professionals to pursue selected one-year master's-level Young Leaders' Program courses at designated universities in Japan.
Master
Business
Law
+4 more
ADB-Japan Scholarship Program
Fully Funded
Asian Development Bank and the Government of JapanJapanAnnual
JapanAnnualThe ADB-Japan Scholarship Program supports full-time master's study in development-related fields at selected institutions in Asia and the Pacific for students from ADB borrowing member countries.
Master
Agriculture
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.