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  • UNHCR and JELA (Japan Evangelical Lutheran Association)

    Refugee Vocational Education Programme

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    About this scholarship

    Refugee Vocational Education Program (RVEP) is a program implemented by UNHCR and JELA (Japan Evangelical Lutheran Association) which supports:

    • refugees who live in Japan,
    • to complete vocational training,
    • through scholarships from JELA. 

    The aim of the program is to provide access to vocational training for refugees in Japan who would otherwise have difficulty gaining market relevant skills. The students’ tuition fees and other study expenses will be funded by the program. Additional scholarship stipends may be paid to the students accordingly.

    Review the website for number of opportunities, language, and eligibility. 

  • Who can apply?

    Who is this opportunity for?
    Refugees and asylum seekers living in the country of the scholarship
    Eligible nationalities
    All nationalities
    Age limit at the time of application
    Not specified
    Eligible country of asylum
    All eligible countries of asylum
    Language skills required
    JLPT or other scores (no need for the certificate for high school graduates)
    Language of instruction
    Japanese
    Required status documents
    Refugee certificate, Complementary or temporary /protection status certificate, Other documents certifying refugee-like status

  • What is included?

    Type of funding
    Full scholarship (See provider website for more detail)
    Application fee?
    0
    Covered in this program
    Application fees
    Tuition
    Additional scholarship stipends may be paid to the students according to their needs.

  • How can I apply?

    Deadline for applications
    30 September 2021

  • For more details, contact the provider

  • Other details about this scholarship

    Types of visa granted on arrival
    N/A
    Are there options for me to stay after study has ended?
    Not applicable
    Am I allowed to work while studying?
    Yes
    Can my family come with me?
    Not applicable

  • Disclaimer

    The content presented on this site has originated from the third party providers. UNHCR is not responsible for the application process or oversight of the opportunities presented here. Questions on a particular opportunity should be directed to the relevant provider.

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