Applications are now open for the 2026 ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant (YSRG), an exciting funding opportunity for postgraduate researchers from ASEAN Member States and the Republic of Korea. Supported by the Government of the Republic of Korea through the ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF) and implemented by the Korean Association of Southeast Asian Studies (KASEAS), the programme aims to strengthen academic collaboration and develop the next generation of Southeast Asian scholars.
The grant supports fieldwork that advances knowledge of Southeast Asia, ASEAN–Korea relations, and broader regional issues through locally grounded research and international academic exchange.
Opportunity Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme | ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant (YSRG) 2026 |
| Host Initiative | ASEAN-Korea Platform for Great Minds (AKPGM) |
| Funding Organization | ASEAN-Korea Cooperation Fund (AKCF) |
| Implementing Organization | Korean Association of Southeast Asian Studies (KASEAS) |
| Eligible Applicants | Postgraduate Researchers from ASEAN Member States and the Republic of Korea |
| Application Deadline | 5 September 2026 |
Grant Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Round-trip international airfare for approved fieldwork.
- Monthly fieldwork stipend of USD 1,400 for up to three months.
- Honorarium of USD 200 for local research advisors.
- Participation in the Young Scholar Research Workshop (Online).
Programme Objectives
The Young Scholar Research Grant seeks to:
- Support high-quality postgraduate field research.
- Promote academic collaboration between ASEAN Member States and the Republic of Korea.
- Strengthen research on Southeast Asia and ASEAN–Korea relations.
- Foster the next generation of Southeast Asian studies scholars.
- Encourage locally grounded research and regional academic exchange.
Research Focus
The programme supports research that contributes to a deeper understanding of:
- Southeast Asia
- ASEAN–Korea relations
- Regional cooperation
- Broader regional dynamics
- Field-based academic research
Eligibility
The programme is open to:
- Postgraduate researchers from ASEAN Member States.
- Postgraduate researchers from the Republic of Korea.
Applicants should ensure they meet all eligibility requirements and follow the official application guidelines before submitting their application.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
- Review the official programme guidelines.
- Prepare the required application materials.
- Submit the completed application through the official programme website.
- Ensure all documents are submitted no later than 5 September 2026.
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Why Apply?
The ASEAN-Korea Young Scholar Research Grant offers an excellent opportunity to:
- Conduct international field research.
- Receive financial support for overseas research activities.
- Collaborate with regional scholars and research advisors.
- Expand academic and professional networks.
- Strengthen expertise in Southeast Asian studies and regional cooperation.
- Contribute to evidence-based research on ASEAN and Korea.
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