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UNHCR
University Corridors for Refugees -UNICORE 7.0
About this scholarship
University Corridors for Refugees - UNICORE 7.0 - project is sponsored by 36 Italian universities with support from UNHCR, 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 Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe to continue their higher education in Italy.
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Who can apply?
Who is this opportunity for?RefugeeEligible nationalitiesAll nationalitiesAge limit at the time of applicationNot specifiedEligible country of asylumEthiopia, India, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, ZimbabweLanguage of instructionEnglishRequired status documentsRefugee certificate -
What is included?
Type of fundingFull scholarship (See provider website for more detail)Application fee?Fees are covered by UniversitiesCovered in this programApplication feesTuitionBooksLanguage trainingPreparation coursesHousingHealth insuranceVisaPre-admission exam feesWork-study or part-time employment expected/permitted -
How can I apply?
Deadline for applications18 Apr 2025How to apply?Detailed admission criteria and the selection process are at the following link: https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/admission-criteria/
Students are advised to check available courses and universities before applying at: https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/explore-courses/
Students must create their own account at https://universitycorridors.unhcr.it/ , upload the required information and documents, and submit the application to up to 2 universities.
When will candidates be notified of the outcome of the scholarship selections?Approx. by end of June 2025 -
For more details, contact the provider
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Other details about this scholarship
Types of visa granted on arrivalVisa and residence permit for study reasonsAre there options for me to stay after study has ended?Work permit/temporary residency; asylum applicationAm I allowed to work while studying?YesCan my family come with me?Yes -
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.