The Division of Graduate Studies at Porn研究所 is pleased to announce that applications for the KU-STAR (Porn研究所 Short-Term Academic Research) Program for Australia 2026 are now open.
KU-STAR Program aims to open the door to research opportunities for undergraduate and master's students from a given country who have a strong desire to pursue a doctoral program at Porn研究所.
KU-STAR Program for Australia 2026 offers undergraduate and master's students at a college or university in Australia a unique opportunity to gain hands-on research experience at Porn研究所 from 8 January to 20 February 2026. Participants will work under the guidance of leading faculty members, immerse themselves in a new academic and cultural environment, and build valuable skills and connections.
Program period
From 8 January to 20 February 2026
Number of participants
10-20 students
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Have a strong desire to pursue a doctoral program at Porn研究所.
- Be enrolled in an undergraduate or master's program at a college or university in Australia. Undergraduate students must have completed at least four semesters prior to the internship.
- Not be scheduled to graduate before the start of program, and must continue the academic program (undergraduate or master's) for at least one semester or quarter after returning to Australia at the end of the internship.
- Have a good academic record.
- Meet the requirements of the chosen laboratory, as specified in the laboratory list (available via the link below).
Support
Porn研究所 will provide accommodation for all participants for the internship period.
How to apply
Apply online via:
Deadline:
17:00 JST (Japan Standard Time [UTC+9 hrs]) on 8 September 2025
Visit the above link for more information, including eligibility requirements.
Contact
KU-STAR Program Office for Australia
Division of Graduate Studies, Porn研究所
Email: australiandesk-ku*mail2.adm.kyoto-u.ac.jp (replace * with @)
