Program Overview
- Host country: Italy
- University: University of Pavia
- Program Type: Research Fellowship
- Duration: 4 - 12 Weeks
- Funding: fully funded
- Places available: ~8
- Application deadline: 10th June 2026
Financial support and benefits
Selected recipients typically receive
- Return airfare (economy class)
- Free accommodation
- Health insurance
- 150 euros Weekly stipend
- This is a fully funded research stay with no application fee.
Dates of Program
The stay must take place within the following periods: 11 January - 24 July 2027 and 6 September - 18 December 2027.
Objective of the Cicops Scholarship
The CICOPS Scholarship aims to
- Promote international academic cooperation
- Support joint research projects
- Strengthen collaboration between Italy and developing countries
- Participants will work closely with a professor and contribute to real research projects.
What You Will Do
Selected scholars will
- Conduct research in their field.
- Collaborate with a University of Pavia professor.
- Access university labs, libraries, and resources.
- Possibly deliver guest lectures or academic contributions.
Who Should Apply.
This program is ideal for
- University professors
- Researchers & academics
- Professionals in research institutions
- Individuals working in development-related fields
To apply, you must
- Be from a developing country
- Have at least 2 years of teaching/research experience
- Be affiliated with a university or research institution
- Not be enrolled in an Italian postgraduate/PhD program
- Obtain an invitation letter from a Pavia professor
Important Requirement
Before applying, you MUST
- Contact a professor at the University of Pavia
- Get an official invitation letter
- Without this. You cannot apply
How to apply For the University of Pavia Cicops Scholarships 2027.
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