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33 Italian Universities
University Corridors for Refugees UNICORE 4.0
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The project University Corridors for Refugees UNICORE 4.0 is promoted by 33 Italian universities with the support of UNHCR, Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Caritas Italiana, Diaconia Valdese, Jesuit Refugee Service and other partners. It aims to increase opportunities for refugees currently residing in Niger, Nigeria and Cameroon to continue their higher education in Italy.
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Details at a glance
ItalyAll fields of studyUntil 29/04/2022Master'sFull scholarship for the full period of studies, Full scholarship for the first year, renewable69There is no age limit0.00 USDIn-person programme delivery -
Requirements
Targeted nationalitiesAllTargeted Country of AsylumCameroon, Malawi, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, ZimbabweAccepted status documentationRefugee certificateLanguage of InstructionEnglish, ItalianLanguage Proficiency LevelB2Which certificate do you require to prove the required language proficiency?It is not a requirement but please consider that if the programme you are applying for is in English you should have a good command of it. -
More details about this opportunity
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Opportunity timingRecurring annual opportunity
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Duration of support providedFor the duration of studies
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What is covered in this programApplication feesTuitionBooksLanguage trainingPreparation coursesMonthly stipend (e.g. food allowance)HousingLocal transportation expensesHealth insuranceMentoring or psycho-social supportTravel costs to the third countryVisaPre-admission exam feesSettling inTransition of documentsWork-study or part-time employment expected/permitted
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Type(s) of visa/residency permit granted upon arrivalStudent residency permit
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Is the student allowed to work while studying?Yes
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Can the nuclear family accompany or join the main applicant?No
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Are there options to stay after graduation?Work permit/temporary residency; asylum application Once you graduate, you can go back to Ethiopia or, if you have the requirements, you may consider applying for another residence permit to continue your stay in Italy. The selected students will get an information sheet with detailed information related t
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How to apply?
Detailed admission criteria and selection process is available in the following link: https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/admission-criteria/
You should consult the courses and universities available before applying in the following: https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/courses/
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Application fee0
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Application periodSpecific date (annual opportunity)
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Opportunity annual timingApril
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For further questions contact the scholarship provider
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Additional note
The admission procedure for the selection of candidates will be carried out individually by the universities and is not under UNHCR’s responsibility.
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Disclaimer
The content presented on this site has originated from the third party providers. UNHCR is not responsible for the application process or oversight of the opportunities presented here. Questions on a particular opportunity should be directed to the relevant provider.