RTEIU-PAL (Italian University for Palestine)

Luogo di studio	Italia, Milano
Tipo	Breve durata, full-time
Riconoscimenti	RTE (IU-PAL (Italian University for Palestine) Scholarships)

Qualifiche di accesso

Formazione superiore di secondo grado To be eligible for admission under the IU-PAL Scholarship Programme, candidates must meet the following educational qualifications: For First Cycle (Bachelor’s) Degree Programmes (L): - Completion of Secondary Education: Applicants must hold a secondary school diploma or equivalent qualification that allows access to university-level studies in Italy; - The diploma must include at least 12 years of schooling in total. For Second Cycle (Master’s) Degree Programmes (LM): - Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree (First Level University Degree): Applicants must hold a university degree that is valid for admission to a Master’s degree in Italy. - Applicants must also meet any specific academic prerequisites defined by the selected programme (e.g., relevant coursework or disciplinary background). English language proficiency at B2 level (CEFR) is required. A language certificate is preferred, but in its absence, proficiency will be assessed during the selection interview. I documenti di studio sono accettati nelle seguenti lingue: inglese / italiano. Se la tua scuola non rilascia i documenti nelle lingue accettate dovrai allegare una traduzione ufficiale insieme alle copie certificate dell’originale.

Requisiti linguistici	inglese

Panoramica

The IU-PAL (Italian University for Palestine) initiative, coordinated by the University of Milano-Bicocca in collaboration with CRUI (Conference of Italian University Rectors), offers up to 4 scholarships to Palestinian students residing in the Palestinian Territories who wish to pursue undergraduate (Bachelor’s) or graduate (Master’s) degree programmes in Italy.

Objectives
The programme aims to promote access to higher education for Palestinian students by supporting their full academic journey at the University of Milano-Bicocca.

Available Degree Programmes
Scholarships are available for English-taught programmes, including (but not limited to):

Marine Sciences (LM)
International Economics (LM)
Data Science (LM)
Artificial Intelligence for Science and Technology (LM)
Marketing and Global Markets (LM)
Optometry and Vision Science (LM)
Physics (LM)
Astrophysics and Space Physics (LM)
Mathematics (LM)
Environmental Sustainability
Materials Science and Nanotechnology (LM) Economics and Science for Environmental Sustainability (L) Physical Sciences for Innovative Technologies (L)
Economics and Technologies of Sustainability (LM)

Candidates may apply for one programme only.

Scholarship Benefits
Each selected student will receive:

Annual scholarship of €4,132 (gross)
Free accommodation in university residences (shared room)
One free meal per day (lunch, 6 days/week)
Tuition fee exemption
Health insurance coverage
Free loan of a personal computer
Free Italian language courses
Psychological support and tutoring
Assistance with residence permit and access to services
Support for social and academic inclusion

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:

Hold Palestinian nationality and reside in the Palestinian Territories – this condition will be verified by the Italian Consulate of reference
Possess a valid qualification for enrolment in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Italy;
Not have been previously enrolled at the University of Milano-Bicocca or its partners;
Demonstrate English proficiency (minimum B2 level CEFR)