E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation

Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of African countries other than Egypt who live in Africa, are researchers or instructors (or likely to become one) and want an M.Sc. in engineering, computer science, basic and applied sciences, international business or humanities and heritage science. Preference for people who will return to their home institution.

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About this opportunity

Jointly supported by the Egyptian and Japanese governments (via JICA), the Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST) in New Borg El-Arab, Alexandria, trains 150+ African researchers and engineers under the TICAD8 framework. Students conduct research using Japanese laboratory standards and co-supervision from top Japanese partner universities (such as Tokyo Tech, Kyoto University, and Waseda).

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of African countries other than Egypt who live in Africa, are researchers or instructors (or likely to become one) and want an M.Sc. in engineering, computer science, basic and applied sciences, international business or humanities and heritage science. Preference for people who will return to their home institution.
2. Note the deadline. Rolling (the Fall intake is announced on the E-JUST website each year - check the international admissions tab) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Official Transcripts: B.Sc. Certificate & Transcript (both front and back showing grading system), full B.Sc. Graduation Project PDF (mandatory for Engineering applicants), plus M.Sc. Certificate, Transcript, and full M.Sc. Thesis + Abstract for PhD applicants.; Letters of Recommendation: 2 academic recommendation letters from university professors/advisors, PLUS an Official Endorsement Letter from the applicant's current home university/research institute if employed as a Teaching or Research Assistant.; Personal Statement / Essay Prompts: Statement of Purpose (reasons for joining E-JUST) + a structured Research Proposal aligned with E-JUST's specific research labs.; Additional Mandatory Forms: Valid Passport (at least 2 years validity), English score report (TOEFL iBT 79 / IELTS 6.5, or Duolingo 125 for provisional admission), E-JUST Designated Health Certificate, Security Application Form, and Home University Curriculum Handbook excerpt..
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Document & Transcript Screening → Written Subject Exam + Online Oral Academic Interview (late March/early April) evaluating technical mastery and research feasibility.

Profile of past winners

Junior lecturers, assistant researchers, and top-graduating B.Sc./M.Sc. engineers from Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Ghana who hold an institutional endorsement to return and upgrade their home university's STEM departments.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
3. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
4. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
5. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. "Rolling" or "varies" does not mean unlimited time. Funds are awarded as applications are reviewed, so apply early.

Quick answers

Who can apply for E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation?

Citizens of African countries other than Egypt who live in Africa, are researchers or instructors (or likely to become one) and want an M.Sc. in engineering, computer science, basic and applied sciences, international business or humanities and heritage science. Preference for people who will return to their home institution.

What does E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation cover?

Fully funded: tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend, medical care and return flights, for a two-year M.Sc. plus up to six months of preparatory courses

When is the deadline for E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation?

Rolling (the Fall intake is announced on the E-JUST website each year - check the international admissions tab) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation?

Host countries: Egypt.

What documents do I need for E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation?

Official Transcripts: B.Sc. Certificate & Transcript (both front and back showing grading system), full B.Sc. Graduation Project PDF (mandatory for Engineering applicants), plus M.Sc. Certificate, Transcript, and full M.Sc. Thesis + Abstract for PhD applicants.; Letters of Recommendation: 2 academic recommendation letters from university professors/advisors, PLUS an Official Endorsement Letter from the applicant's current home university/research institute if employed as a Teaching or Research Assistant.; Personal Statement / Essay Prompts: Statement of Purpose (reasons for joining E-JUST) + a structured Research Proposal aligned with E-JUST's specific research labs.; Additional Mandatory Forms: Valid Passport (at least 2 years validity), English score report (TOEFL iBT 79 / IELTS 6.5, or Duolingo 125 for provisional admission), E-JUST Designated Health Certificate, Security Application Form, and Home University Curriculum Handbook excerpt..

How are applicants selected for E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation?

Document & Transcript Screening → Written Subject Exam + Online Oral Academic Interview (late March/early April) evaluating technical mastery and research feasibility.

How much work is the E-JUST African Scholarships for Science, Technology and Innovation application?

High: Research Proposal + Statement of Purpose + Full B.Sc. Graduation Project + 2 Recommendations + Employer Endorsement + Written/Oral Exam