The University of Pavia and EDiSU have announced the opening of applications for the CICOPS Scholarships for Developing Countries to study in Italy in 2024. This scholarship program aims to promote international cooperation, specifically with Developing Countries, as per the World Bank Classification Income.

The CICOPS Scholarships programme is a sponsorship arrangement between the University of Pavia and EDiSU (Institute of the Right to University Studies). Under this program, five scholarships are offered to visiting scholars for the year 2024. The selected scholars will have the opportunity to stay at the University of Pavia for a period of 4 to 12 weeks.

The scholarship program is designed to encourage research collaboration and academic exchange between scholars from Developing Countries and the University of Pavia. Therefore, applicants who are citizens of Developing Countries and currently employed in academic or research institutions in their home countries are encouraged to apply.

Overall, the CICOPS Scholarships for Developing Countries provides a great opportunity for scholars to enhance their academic and research skills, while also building bridges between different countries and cultures. Interested applicants are advised to review the eligibility criteria and application guidelines provided by the University of Pavia and EDiSU.

Scholarship Summary:

• The University of Pavia and EDiSU sponsor the scholarship program.
• The scholarship program is designed for postgraduate research students.
• The University of Pavia in Italy is the host institution for the scholarship program.
• The worth of the scholarship is not stated.
• Several awards are available for international students.

Eligibility Criteria:

• International students are eligible to apply for the scholarships.
• Applicants must have a minimum of two years of teaching experience or activity within international organizations and institutions.
• The selection process will be based on the quality of the research proposal submitted by the candidates.
• Appropriate departments will evaluate the proposals to determine the successful candidates.

How to Apply:

To apply for the scholarship program, candidates are required to submit their application online. Before applying, it is recommended to carefully read the CALL and the FAQ. Candidates must fill out the online APPLICATION FORM only after receiving an invitation letter from their contact professor at the University of Pavia. In case the applicants do not have any contact, they can write to the CICOPS office, which will send them a research proposal form to be filled out along with their CV (e-mail: cicops@unipv.it).

After receiving the research proposal, the CICOPS office will evaluate it. If the research project is found to be aligned with the research activities carried out at the University of Pavia, the proposal will be sent to the relevant department for further evaluation.

Application Deadline:

The last date of application is 31st May 2023.

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