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Annex.

2: Research Plan and Career Plan

Research Plan

Write a brief research plan of your proposed Master’s or Doctor’s thesis more than 700
words (minimum 3 pages).

Below is an example of the structure of the research plan. Usage of this structure is not
essential but strongly recommended.
(a) TITLE of your Master’s or Doctor’s thesis

(b) INTRODUCTION (1 paragraph):


To state clearly what your research interests are. Necessary to include the followings:
・ Background information regarding the selected topic and your involvement
(e.g. what is the main reason that you chose the topic, your relevant working
experience, etc.)
・ The main objective of your study

(c) MAIN BODY (approximately 3 paragraphs):


To provide specific information to support your ideas. To explain what you are going to
study and how the research is conducted. Necessary to include the followings:
・ Brief explanation for your analysis of this topic.
・ Brief explanation for your research methodology.

(d) CONCLUSION (1 paragraph):


To stress the most important point(s) of your research plan, and your future work.
Necessary to include the followings:
・ The skills which you wish to obtain in Japan.
・ How you intend to utilize your research to solve the issue(s) mentioned in
the first part of the plan after returning to your home country.

*For PhD courses, please attach your master thesis in English and related
papers (if any).

!! IMPORTANT !!
 It is recommended to make prior contact the faculty before submitting the
applications in order to know whether or not the university can accept the
research plan. You should write the research plan in light of the requirements
and characteristics of the Master’s or Doctor’s course.
 It must be demonstrated that your academic background and/or job experience
are sufficient enough to engage in and complete the Master’s or Doctoral
course in Japan. In this regard, it is essential for you to select a research
theme which is associated with your current or future job.
 If you are currently employed, it is desirable for you to discuss with your
organization to get supporting references, such as a policy and/or strategic
paper of the organization.

Career Plan after Graduation

In connection with the fields of study, please describe your idea /plan to utilize your
knowledge, skills and experiences that you obtained in Japan after returning to your home
country in 400-500 words.

Please be reminded of the aim of SDGs Global Leadership Program which expects the
participants to be leaders who share values of Japan in order to help establish and
maintain mid and long - term good relations between Japan and the participants’ countries

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