Deadline: 5th September 2026 | Postgraduate researchers can receive funding to conduct fieldwork across Southeast Asia or Korea.
The ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant 2026 supports emerging postgraduate researchers working on Southeast Asia, ASEAN and ASEAN-Korea relations. The programme helps young scholars strengthen their research through fieldwork, regional exchange and academic networking.
Eligibility:
- Open to nationals of an ASEAN Member State or the Republic of Korea
- Applicants must currently be enrolled in a Master’s or doctoral programme at a recognised institution in ASEAN or Korea
- Research must relate to Southeast Asian Studies, ASEAN Studies or ASEAN-Korea Studies
- Priority is given to applicants enrolled at institutions in their home country
- Research that goes beyond the applicant’s own national context is encouraged
- Primarily technical or laboratory-based STEM projects are not eligible unless they include a strong social sciences or humanities component
Description:
The grant supports postgraduate researchers in carrying out fieldwork that contributes to a deeper understanding of Southeast Asia and ASEAN-Korea relations.
Selected researchers can undertake fieldwork between late November 2026 and April 2027, with the programme encouraging comparative, cross-country and regionally focused research.
Benefits:
- Round-trip international airfare for approved fieldwork
- USD 1,400 monthly fieldwork stipend for up to three months
- USD 200 honorarium for a local research advisor
- Participation in the online Young Scholar Research Workshop
- Opportunity to strengthen regional research networks and receive academic feedback
Applicants will need to submit a research proposal, information about their proposed host institution or fieldwork site, CV, certificate of enrolment and academic transcript.
Find out more and apply at the official link below:
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Apply before 5th September, 2026