The Applications are now open for the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026 in Japan. It is a Fully Funded Program for International students and Japanese Students. This program allows students to participate in a Research Program Under the Guidance of the Faculty at KEK Campuses. KEK is a laboratory in Japan with Two Campuses in Tsukuba and Tokai. This Program is Financially Funded by the SOKENDAI, the Graduate University for Advanced Studies. The Duration of the Summer Program in Japan is 8 Weeks. It will run from June to August 2026. The Sokendai KEK Summer Program is open to Undergraduates and Master’s students from all around the world. Below are more details about the KEK Program requirements and the application process.
Details About Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026 in Japan
- Host Country: Japan
- Location: KEK Tsukuba and Tokai Campus
- Duration: 8 Weeks
- Dates: June to July 2026
- Benefits: Fully Funded
- Deadline: 27th Feb 2026
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Financial Benefits
The Program Covers:
- Airfares: Costs associated with flights to and from the participant’s home country to Japan.
- Accommodation Fees: Charges for staying during the program.
- Per Diems: A fixed daily allowance of 1,500 yen for living expenses.
- Domestic Travel Costs: Expenses for transportation between the airport (Narita/Haneda).
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Research Fields
Students will be engaged in the following Fields either at the Tsukuba campus or at J-PARC:
- Elementary Particle Physics
- Nuclear Physics
- Material & life science
- Accelerator science
- Advanced Detection System（Sensors/ Electronics/Computing)
- Theory (computational methods in quantum field theory, i.e., Lattice QCD)
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Eligibility Criteria
- Both International and Japanese Students can apply.
- Undergraduate and Master’s Degree students can apply.
- IELTS is not required.
- No Application Fees.
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Required Documents
- CV
- Official transcript of academic record
- Application form
- Recommendation letter
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How to Apply for the Sokendai KEK Summer Student Program 2026?
Applicants have to apply online from the official website. The Link to the official website is below.
APPLY FOR THE KEK JAPAN SUMMER PROGRAM
