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33 Italian Universities joining the UNICORE project
University Corridors for Refugees UNICORE 5.0
About
The project University Corridors for Refugees UNICORE 5.0 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 Kenya, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe to continue their higher education in Italy.
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Details at a glance
ItalyAll fields of studyUntil 19/05/2023Master'sFull scholarship for the full period of studies, Full scholarship for the first year, renewable61There is no age limit0.00 USDIn-person programme delivery -
Requirements
Targeted nationalitiesAllTargeted Country of AsylumKenya, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, ZimbabweAccepted status documentationRefugee certificateLanguage of InstructionEnglish, ItalianLanguage Proficiency LevelB2Which certificate do you require to prove the required language proficiency?Language proficiency is assessed through the interview and some universities can ask for a certificate issue by the University of the bachelor or another language institute (ex. EF set/Duolingo). Please consult the call for application for specific detail -
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 trainingMonthly 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 arrivalVisa for study and residence permit for study
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Is the student allowed to work while studying?on part time basis, up to 20 hours per week
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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
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How to apply?
You should consult the courses and universities available before applying in the following: https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/courses/
Detailed admission criteria and selection process is available in the following link: https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/admission-criteria/
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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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Release of the selection decisionJune/2023
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For further questions contact the scholarship provider
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Whatsapp +39 349 2368391.
- https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/contact-us/
- https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/
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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.