JF/BAJS PhD Workshop 2026 *Register Now*
- 26 - 27 February 2026
- The University of Sheffield
- https://www.jpf.org.uk/whatson.php#1435
- +44 020 7863 8222
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Registration for the 2026 iteration of the Japan Foundation/British Association for Japanese Studies PhD Workshop,"Navigating Your Future in Japanese Studies"is now open!
If you are a PhD student conducting research related to Japan, why not come along for our workshop which aims to support the ongoing development and future of Japanese Studies in the UK?
This time, we have decided to host the workshop over two days to allow more opportunity for insightful workshops and networking, enabling attendees to build valuable connections with Japanese Studies students and researchers across the UK.
We have listened to feedback from previous workshops and concerns of postgraduate students in Japanese Studies, and have decided to focus this workshop on how to navigate the changing landscape and job market in Japanese Studies.
Exact sessions at the workshop are yet to be finalised but the tentative timetable is below.
*Please note: We are still in the early planning stages and the following is subject to change*
Day 1 - Thursday 26 February (Afternoon Start): 1pm - Registration opens Session 1: How to find and apply for jobs, writing applications and preparing for interviews. Session 2: Funding opportunities at different funding organisations in the UK. Session 3: Hearing from students who have completed their doctorates, and their experiences finding jobs both inside and outside academia. Drinks Reception. |
Day 2 - Friday 27 February (Morning Start): 9.30am - Start of Day 2 Session 1: Student presentations and feedback (in assigned groups). Session 2: Workshop on collaborative research Session 3: Roundtable with assembled academics to discuss Japanese Studies in the UK 5pm - End of Workshop. |
Please note: attendees to the workshop must be able to attend both days.
Student Submissions:
As an essential part of the workhop, PhD and MA students will be asked to present their research in front of a small group of peers. Further information about this will be provided after the registration deadline has passed. However, if you have any questions please get in touch.
Financial Support:
The following financial support is available to presenting attendees.
Travel Grant: JF will offer a partial travel grant for student participants. Once an initial 30 GBP is covered by the student, JF will provide up to a maximum of 90 GBP for public transportation to the event. For any questions, please contact Iona Vos using the contact emails at the bottom of this item.
Hotel Grant: BAJS will cover a one night stay up to a maximum of 90 GBP per attendee. If you have any questions about the hotel grant, please email BAJS Secretary Mara Patessio at mp78@soas.ac.uk.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday 17 December 2025. |
Please note:
Attendance to this event is capped at 40 students on a first come, first served basis. As the number of participants is limited, please only register if you know you can attend both days of the workshop.
Current Ph.D. students will be prioritised. MA students will be placed on a waitlist, with places being confirmed after the deadline has passed.
If you have registered but can no longer attend, please contact us to cancel your place.
Contact
If you have any questions about the workshop, please email Iona Vos at LO_JapaneseStudies@jpf.go.jp. Please CC Natsumi_Abe@jpf.go.jp (Manager for Japanese Studies) and Iona_Vos@jpf.go.jp (Assistant Programme Officer for Japanese Studies).
