Google Translate

  • 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.
     

  • Who can apply?

    Who is this opportunity for?
    Refugee
    Eligible nationalities
    All nationalities
    Age limit at the time of application
    Not specified
    Eligible country of asylum
    Ethiopia, India, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
    Language of instruction
    English
    Required status documents
    Refugee certificate
  • What is included?

    Type of funding
    Full scholarship (See provider website for more detail)
    Application fee?
    Fees are covered by Universities
    Covered in this program
    Application fees
    Tuition
    Books
    Language training
    Preparation courses
    Housing
    Health insurance
    Visa
    Pre-admission exam fees
    Work-study or part-time employment expected/permitted
  • How can I apply?

    Deadline for applications
    18 Apr 2025
    How 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

  • Other details about this scholarship

    Types of visa granted on arrival
    Visa and residence permit for study reasons
    Are there options for me to stay after study has ended?
    Work permit/temporary residency; asylum application
    Am I allowed to work while studying?
    Yes
    Can 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.

Looking for more help or information?

Please visit help.unhcr.org for more information on refugee services in each country.