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33 Italian Universities
University Corridors for Refugees UNICORE 4.0
Verified by UNHCRAbout this scholarship
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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Who can apply?
Who is this opportunity for?Located outside of the country of studyEligible nationalitiesAll nationalitiesAge limit at the time of applicationNot specifiedEligible country of asylumCameroon, Malawi, Mozambique, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Zambia, ZimbabweLanguage skills requiredIt 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.Other eligibility considerationsNo further eligibility restrictionsLanguage of instructionEnglish, ItalianRequired status documentsRefugee certificate -
What is included?
Type of fundingFull scholarship (See provider website for more detail)Application fee?0Covered 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 -
How can I apply?
Deadline for applications29 Apr 2022How 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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For more details, contact the provider
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Other details about this scholarship
Types of visa granted on arrivalStudent residency permitAre there options for me to stay after study has ended?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 tAm I allowed to work while studying?YesCan my family come with me?No -
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.