UNOOSA Postgraduate Study on Nano-Satellite Technologies (PST) Fellowship Programme 2026

📖 About the Programme

The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) and the Government of Japan, in cooperation with the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), have established a United Nations/Japan Long-term Fellowship Programme on Nano-Satellite Technologies. This programme is designed for nationals of developing countries or non-space-faring nations to provide extensive research opportunities in nano-satellite systems using Kyutech's advanced development and testing facilities.

Objectives:

• Support participants from non-space-faring nations in earning advanced degrees at Kyutech.
• Equip participants with tangible skills to contribute to the development of their country's space economy and ecosystem.

Programme Details:

• Master's Programme: 2 years (up to 3 students accepted).
• Doctoral Programme: 3 years (up to 3 students accepted).
• Participants will enroll in the Space Engineering International Course (SEIC) after passing the official entrance examination by the Graduate School of Engineering, Kyushu Institute of Technology.
• Degrees awarded upon successful thesis defense.

🎁 Benefits

Participants of the PNST Fellowship Programme will receive the following benefits:

• Monthly Grant: Approximately 144,000 JPY (provided by the Japanese Government's MEXT scholarship) to cover housing, food, local transportation, and other expenses for the duration of the fellowship (2 or 3 years).
• Airfare: Economy class air ticket between the participant's home country and Japan.
• Tuition and Fees: Matriculation, tuition, and entrance examination fees will be covered by Kyutech.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the PNST Fellowship Programme, applicants must:

1. Nationality: Be nationals of developing countries or non-space-faring nations (countries without an established substantial capability to develop space technology/launch space objects).
2. Nomination: Be duly nominated by their institutions.
3. Age: Born on or after April 2, 1991.
4. Academic Background:
   • For Master's Programme: Hold a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in engineering-related subjects.
   • For Doctoral Programme: Hold a Master's Degree or equivalent in engineering-related subjects.
   • Degrees in other technological fields may also be considered by the Selection Committee.
5. Professional Use: Be able to professionally utilize the experience gained during the fellowship.

📅 Application Date and Process

Key Dates:

• Application Deadline: November 30, 2025

Application Steps:

1. Electronic Registration: Complete the registration form.
   • If unable to access the URL due to restrictions, contact PNST Administration at: pnst.space [at] mail.kyutech.jp (replace [at] with @).
   • Note: The administrative office does not respond during weekends or Japanese holidays. Contact well in advance.
2. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email with the web address to download the editable application forms.

Required Documents:

• Nomination Form (pdf)
• Nomination Form (Rank Certificate) (pdf)
• Application Form (pdf)
• Referee Report Form (pdf)
• Academic Background (pdf)
• MEXT Application Form (pdf)
• Field of Study and Research Plan (pdf)

Additional Resources:

• Information Note (pdf)
• Terms of Participation (pdf)
• Academic Background Sample (pdf)
• Checklist (pdf)
• MEXT Application Guidelines (pdf)
• FAQs (pdf)

🌐 Additional Information

For more details, visit the UNOOSA PNST Fellowship Programme page.

To apply directly, complete the application form.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in space technology and contribute to the development of your country's space ecosystem. Don't miss the chance to apply! 🚀

• The selected candidates will each receive a grant under Japanese government (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology: MEXT scholarship (Research Students) of approximately 144,000 JPY per month for the duration of their fellowship study (2 or 3 years) to cover housing, food, local transportation, and other expenses.
• Each candidate will be provided, according to his/her itinerary and route as designated by MEXT, an economy class air ticket between an international airport in the country of his/her nationality and an international airport in Japan used on the normal route to the accepting university.
• Fees for matriculation, tuition and entrance examinations will be paid by Kyutech.