The Asian Peacebuilders Scholarship (APS), a Dual Campus Master of Arts Programme, is a shared initiative of The Nippon Foundation,
the UN Mandated University for Peace (UPEACE), and Ateneo de Manila
University (AdMU). The objective of the programme is to train young
Asian professionals to become peace building practitioners, ready to
take up leading positions in organisations across the globe.
The programme offers intensive, specialised language training to
facilitate participation of professionals with lower levels of English
proficiency, as well as the hands-on design and implementation of an
intensive field project in Asia. MA coursework in an areas related to
peace building (various specialisations available) and global politics
are undertaken at UPEACE and AdMU respectively.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
Applications are accepted from students all over Asia, with preference given to students who:
- Have at least 2 years work experience in a relevant field;
- Have Bachelor’s degree from a reputable institution;
- Demonstrate a compelling desire to work on issues related to peace and conflict;
- Demonstrate a commitment to learning in an international and multi-cultural environment.
- Are from countries where English is not widely spoken, particularly Japan, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Myanmar, Indonesia, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
