Gerrard59:


MEXT is the only realistic scholarship to apply as a Nigerian living in Nigeria.

Hey man. Should I use my WAEC certificate as my high school diploma for MEXT scholarship?

chibiokoye:

Hey man. Should I use my WAEC certificate as my high school diploma for MEXT scholarship?

I think this question is for the undergraduate aspect. Yes, you can.

Guys please are there conditions that a nominated candidate can be rejected for mext? The wait is killing. Seems end of June is like December.lil.

Thanks Gerrard for this update. I personally don't fancy doing a PhD in a country like Japan. It will be far more profitable in Canada or Australia because of the chances of getting PR. I have read online and you pointed it in the thread also, Japan is a homogeneous society. They hardly give citizenship to foreigners.if one can get mext scholarship for masters by his grace, na to save from stipend and relocate to Australia for phd or even vocational education after studies in Japan.

Gerrard59:


No wonder. If so, then I will advise you shelve the idea of doing PhD in Japan. There are few scholarships for those who are outside Japan to fund their graduate studies - most of which are for masters and largely aimed at Asian students esp those from South East Asia. No where in the developed world do students fund their PhD research, no one does it. It's either scholarship from the school/private organisation, loan from the government or funded by the department.

Yes, you should ask him for funding as you are applying for a PhD program. Alternatively, you should check for funded PhD programmes at RIKEN and JSPS. Those places are where research jobs (PhD, postdoc and assistant professorships) are posted. In there, you can directly apply for PhD positions as they are funded in part by the government or the professor has research grants. But say you want to fund yourself? Nah. It's not possible. In fact, it's ill-advised.

The 6M naira is for a master program. A PhD program will require at least 10 - 12M naira to present to immigration authorities. To explain the impossibility, check those who japa'd to the UK for further studies (self funding), which of them are doing a PhD? The other option (best in my opinion) is to use the funds you have now in preparing for PhD applications to schools in the United States. You have greater chances of getting sponsored to the US while in Nigeria than applying to Japanese universities for your PhD. I'm being very realistic here.

You might want to ask, so how do foreign students get sponsored for their PhDs apart from MEXT and JSPS?

Answer: they get funded by private organisations (scholarships) or the professor while finishing their MSc in Japan or their undergraduate universities have exchange relationships with Japanese universities. There are many scholarships available while in Japan but very few while outside the country. Alternatively, if you are still young and/or want to relish the Japanese experience, you apply for another masters. It's not overlooked but that is where you will be required to provide an account statement with at least 6M naira.

chaiks:
Thanks Gerrard for this update. I personally don't fancy doing a PhD in a country like Japan. It will be far more profitable in Canada or Australia because of the chances of getting PR. I have read online and you pointed it in the thread also, Japan is a homogeneous society. They hardly give citizenship to foreigners.if one can get mext scholarship for masters by his grace, na to save from stipend and relocate to Australia for phd or even vocational education after studies in Japan.

chaiks:
Thanks Gerrard for this update. It will be far more profitable in Canada or Australia because of the chances of getting PR. I have read online and you pointed it in the thread also, , na to save from stipend and relocate to Australia for phd or even vocational education after studies in Japan.

I personally don't fancy doing a PhD in a country like Japan

Well, this is fine. I have discussed this with a Nigerian who also said the same thing. He did his master's (sponsored by MEXT) in a Japanese university and is currently in the US rounding up his PhD. He wanted to experience the US' model where PhD students tutor undergraduates as he was aiming to enter academia. In Japan, such a model does not exist (at least in STEM fields) as the PhD is research-based all through. Even the MSc programs (STEM fields) are research-based rather than taught (as it is in the UK and other countries).

Japan is a homogeneous society. They hardly give citizenship to foreigners

Well, the bold is true. It is largely homogenous even though a small percentage are Chinese, Koreans, Vietnamese etc. The thing about the homogeneity is that: the government categorises newly naturalised citizens as ethnic Japanese. So, a Malian, like this man, (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/13/world/asia/japan-african-university-president-sacko.html) who becomes a naturalised citizen is seen in the records as an ethnic Japanese.

However, your second statement is not true as Japan remains the only developed country across the globe that issues citizenship to applicants without these applicants being permanent residents (https://www.moj.go.jp/EN/MINJI/minji78.html#:~:text=The%20general%20conditions%20for%20naturalization) . This is done in five consecutive years, all things being equal (https://m.imgur.com/gallery/tQVKL3h). Many people become citizens yearly, and moreover, there are over 5000 Nigerians residing in the country, most of whom are naturalised citizens https://japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/the-other-side-of-tokyos-nigerian-community.

Also, there is the HSP (High skilled professional http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_3/en/index.html) visa (Japan's equivalent to Canada Express Entry and introduced in 2012 vs Canada's 2015) that enables applicants to become permanent residents within a shorter period of time rather than that of less than 3 years through marriage or 10 years through continuous residency. You could play your cards well and attain PR within a short period of time then citizenship or stay five consecutive years to become a naturalised citizen. Most westerners aka oyibos choose either HSP or 10 years of continuous residency as their native countries' passports are strong enough to dissuade them from acquiring Japanese citizenship. Meanwhile, Vietnamese and Chinese think otherwise.

if one can get mext scholarship for masters by his grace

From our previous discussion, I understand your grades are pretty high. This is because, from a LinkedIn search, most awardees of the postgraduate scholarship by MEXT have a first-class. Follow the instructions very well. Check https://medium.com/@jaynepal/mext-scholarship-my-experience-and-suggestions-ffa6cb671902 and https://www.transenzjapan.com/blog/how-to-maximize-your-chances-of-earning-the-mext-scholarship/

Best wishes!

Thanks for your insightful response. It was indeed detailed. I am glad to see/know one can attain citizenship in Japan. It is something worth doing considering how strong their passport is. I have been nominated by my school for mext under the PGP program. So hopefully I pray mext grants it so that I can come to Japan this year. Can one in a non-STEM discipline switch course or get certification in any of the tech courses in Japan after masters?

Gerrard59:






Well, this is fine. I have discussed this with a Nigerian who also said the same thing. He did his master's (sponsored by MEXT) in a Japanese university and is currently in the US rounding up his PhD. He wanted to experience the US' model where PhD students tutor undergraduates as he was aiming to enter academia. In Japan, such a model does not exist (at least in STEM fields) as the PhD is research-based all through. Even the MSc programs (STEM fields) are research-based rather than taught (as it is in the UK and other countries).



Well, the bold is true. It is largely homogenous even though a small percentage are Chinese, Koreans, Vietnamese etc. The thing about the homogeneity is that: the government categorises newly naturalised citizens as ethnic Japanese. So, a Malian, like this man, (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/13/world/asia/japan-african-university-president-sacko.html) who becomes a naturalised citizen is seen in the records as an ethnic Japanese.

However, your second statement is not true as Japan remains the only developed country across the globe that issues citizenship to applicants without these applicants being permanent residents (https://www.moj.go.jp/EN/MINJI/minji78.html#:~:text=The%20general%20conditions%20for%20naturalization) . This is done in five consecutive years, all things being equal (https://m.imgur.com/gallery/tQVKL3h). Many people become citizens yearly, and moreover, there are over 5000 Nigerians residing in the country, most of whom are naturalised citizens https://japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/the-other-side-of-tokyos-nigerian-community.

Also, there is the HSP (High skilled professional http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_3/en/index.html) visa (Japan's equivalent to Canada Express Entry and introduced in 2012 vs Canada's 2015) that enables applicants to become permanent residents within a shorter period of time rather than that of less than 3 years through marriage or 10 years through continuous residency. You could play your cards well and attain PR within a short period of time then citizenship or stay five consecutive years to become a naturalised citizen. Most westerners aka oyibos choose either HSP or 10 years of continuous residency as their native countries' passports are strong enough to dissuade them from acquiring Japanese citizenship. Meanwhile, Vietnamese and Chinese think otherwise.



From our previous discussion, I understand your grades are pretty high. This is because, from a LinkedIn search, most awardees of the postgraduate scholarship by MEXT have a first-class. Follow the instructions very well. Check https://medium.com/@jaynepal/mext-scholarship-my-experience-and-suggestions-ffa6cb671902 and https://www.transenzjapan.com/blog/how-to-maximize-your-chances-of-earning-the-mext-scholarship/

Best wishes!

Also, do one need to renounce his former citizenship after staying for five years so as to obtain Japanese passport or do they allow dual citizenship?

Gerrard59:






Well, this is fine. I have discussed this with a Nigerian who also said the same thing. He did his master's (sponsored by MEXT) in a Japanese university and is currently in the US rounding up his PhD. He wanted to experience the US' model where PhD students tutor undergraduates as he was aiming to enter academia. In Japan, such a model does not exist (at least in STEM fields) as the PhD is research-based all through. Even the MSc programs (STEM fields) are research-based rather than taught (as it is in the UK and other countries).



Well, the bold is true. It is largely homogenous even though a small percentage are Chinese, Koreans, Vietnamese etc. The thing about the homogeneity is that: the government categorises newly naturalised citizens as ethnic Japanese. So, a Malian, like this man, (https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/13/world/asia/japan-african-university-president-sacko.html) who becomes a naturalised citizen is seen in the records as an ethnic Japanese.

However, your second statement is not true as Japan remains the only developed country across the globe that issues citizenship to applicants without these applicants being permanent residents (https://www.moj.go.jp/EN/MINJI/minji78.html#:~:text=The%20general%20conditions%20for%20naturalization) . This is done in five consecutive years, all things being equal (https://m.imgur.com/gallery/tQVKL3h). Many people become citizens yearly, and moreover, there are over 5000 Nigerians residing in the country, most of whom are naturalised citizens https://japantoday.com/category/features/lifestyle/the-other-side-of-tokyos-nigerian-community.

Also, there is the HSP (High skilled professional http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_3/en/index.html) visa (Japan's equivalent to Canada Express Entry and introduced in 2012 vs Canada's 2015) that enables applicants to become permanent residents within a shorter period of time rather than that of less than 3 years through marriage or 10 years through continuous residency. You could play your cards well and attain PR within a short period of time then citizenship or stay five consecutive years to become a naturalised citizen. Most westerners aka oyibos choose either HSP or 10 years of continuous residency as their native countries' passports are strong enough to dissuade them from acquiring Japanese citizenship. Meanwhile, Vietnamese and Chinese think otherwise.



From our previous discussion, I understand your grades are pretty high. This is because, from a LinkedIn search, most awardees of the postgraduate scholarship by MEXT have a first-class. Follow the instructions very well. Check https://medium.com/@jaynepal/mext-scholarship-my-experience-and-suggestions-ffa6cb671902 and https://www.transenzjapan.com/blog/how-to-maximize-your-chances-of-earning-the-mext-scholarship/

Best wishes!

chaiks:
Thanks for your insightful response. It was indeed detailed. I am glad to see/know one can attain citizenship in Japan. It is something worth doing considering how strong their passport is. I have been nominated by my school for mext under the PGP program. So hopefully I pray mext grants it so that I can come to Japan this year. Can one in a non-STEM discipline switch course or get certification in any of the tech courses in Japan after masters?

Yes, just as it's done everywhere in the world. Congrats on your nomination. Hopefully you get it. You have toiled for this.

chaiks:
Also, do one need to renounce his former citizenship after staying for five years so as to obtain Japanese passport or do they allow dual citizenship?

Officially, Japan doesn't allow dual nationalities. It has been a thorny issue in recent years especially with the declining birth rate/population, rise of "Hafus" (children from one Japanese parent and a foreign parent) etc. However, there's a "don't ask, don't tell" process. When leaving Japan to Nigeria, you use the Nigerian passport. When entering Japan, you use the Japanese passport. No one ask you, and you tell no one. When applying for naturalisation, you will be given a form to fill that you have renounced your other citizenship(s), however, there's no follow up to ascertain if you did it unlike Singapore. Another thing to consider is that as a Nigerian, in the constitution, it's only the president that can approve your renunciation of Nigerian citizenship. So, technically, you are a dual national. However, stay within the "don't ask, don't tell" process.

Wow. Thanks bro. This is apt. Japan is worth exploring.

Gerrard59:


Officially, Japan doesn't allow dual nationalities. It has been a thorny issue in recent years especially with the declining birth rate/population, rise of "Hafus" (children from one Japanese parent and a foreign parent) etc. However, there's a "don't ask, don't tell" process. When leaving Japan to Nigeria, you use the Nigerian passport. When entering Japan, you use the Japanese passport. No one ask you, and you tell no one. When applying for naturalisation, you will be given a form to fill that you have renounced your other citizenship(s), however, there's no follow up to ascertain if you did it unlike Singapore. Another thing to consider is that as a Nigerian, in the constitution, it's only the president that can approve your renunciation of Nigerian citizenship. So, technically, you are a dual national. However, stay within the "don't ask, don't tell" process.

Alright bro. Thanks. Man can do nothing order than pray for the best.

Gerrard59:


Yes, just as it's done everywhere in the world. Congrats on your nomination. Hopefully you get it. You have toiled for this.

Please I want know if anyone has gotten Japan visa in past 25 days? Have they started issuing visa, very urgent please. Thanks

Good evening, please I want to apply for MEXT scholarship (COT), I am currently a 400lv student of Unilag so I want to ask if I should state it there that I am a student or it will Hinder my chances.

neutronay:
Good evening, please I want to apply for MEXT scholarship (COT), I am currently a 400lv student of Unilag so I want to ask if I should state it there that I am a student or it will Hinder my chances.

Rather than apply, I strongly advise you to wait until graduation. However, if you insist, you will have to provide documents proving you will graduate before April 2023. Also, you will have to provide your transcripts showing your present CGPA points.

If you can do both, go ahead.

Gerrard59:


Rather than apply, I strongly advise you to wait until graduation. However, if you insist, you will have to provide documents proving you will graduate before April 2023. Also, you will have to provide your transcripts showing your present CGPA points.

If you can do both, go ahead.

He wants to apply for the College of Technology category meaning he'll use secondary school transcript

Gerrard59:


Rather than apply, I strongly advise you to wait until graduation. However, if you insist, you will have to provide documents proving you will graduate before April 2023. Also, you will have to provide your transcripts showing your present CGPA points.

If you can do both, go ahead.

Getting both will take time, I was only thinking it might be added advantage but I think I will just use my secondary school transcript.

chibiokoye:

He wants to apply for the College of Technology category meaning he'll use secondary school transcript

Exactly but there's a place to fill if you are in University and I should have graduated last year November but Strike shifted it to September 2022, Obviously that's not possible anymore so I think I'll just use my secondary School transcript.

Please the high school transcript is it SS1 to SS3 or junior school is required?

chibiokoye:

He wants to apply for the College of Technology category meaning he'll use secondary school transcript

Oh! I see. I have no idea how that category works.

Neutronay: you do what you believe is right.

neutronay:
Please the high school transcript is it SS1 to SS3 or junior school is required?

Was this not stated in the guidelines or instructions? If no or it was not stated clearly, call the embassy in Nigeria from 9am (Nigerian time) on Monday. Keep calling until you speak to a representative. Don't rely on the "make a voice note" stuff, no one will reply you.

Gerrard59:


Oh! I see. I have no idea how that category works.

Neutronay: you do what you believe is right.


Was this not stated in the guidelines or instructions? If no or it was not stated clearly, call the embassy in Nigeria from 9am (Nigerian time) on Monday. Keep calling until you speak to a representative. Don't rely on the "make a voice note" stuff, no one will reply you.

Thank you very much, I will call them

Hi Guys, It's been my dream to travel to Yokohama in Japan to see the Giant Gundam Battle Robot.

Please who has a travel agent that can make this possible?

Good morning, everyone.
Well done to all the gurus sharing helpful tips on how to japa legally to Japan.
Please, can you all shed more light on the Teacher Assistant opportunity in Japan?
Which site can one apply through?
What are the requirements, qualiand financially?

brijibs:
Good morning, everyone.
Well done to all the gurus sharing helpful tips on how to japa legally to Japan.
Please, can you all shed more light on the Teacher Assistant opportunity in Japan?
Which site can one apply through?
What are the requirements, qualiand financially?

ALT??
Assistant Language Teacher?

blackbriar:


ALT??
Assistant Language Teacher?

Yes, please

brijibs:


Yes, please

Try Borderlink.

Stay away from interac

blackbriar:


Try Borderlink.

Stay away from interac

Done. Awaiting feedback.
Thank you so much.

Good day friends

Is there a mext scholarship or scholarship of any kind for a person who intends to go to Japan for masters in business administration?

Guys has anyone received feedback from the Embassy for the MEXT SCHOLARSHIP?

according to them they said end of July

I have not heard anything from anyone for this year concerning the selection

trinityconcept:
Guys has anyone received feedback from the Embassy for the MEXT SCHOLARSHIP?

according to them they said end of July

I have not heard anything from anyone for this year concerning the selection

It is best to call the Embassy.

trinityconcept:
Guys has anyone received feedback from the Embassy for the MEXT SCHOLARSHIP?

according to them they said end of July

I have not heard anything from anyone for this year concerning the selection

The embassy only contacts successful candidates. If you have not been contacted, consider it failed. Alternatively, apply to university-recommended MEXT scholarship programs, they have fewer competitors.

ubom123:
Good day friends

Is there a mext scholarship or scholarship of any kind for a person who intends to go to Japan for masters in business administration?

Yes, but have you written the GMAT? IELTS? Because you need to pursue both admissions into the business school and MEXT scholarship concurrently.