The University of Siena offers Siena International Excellence Scholarships to attract distinguished international students for selected Master’s degree programs. These scholarships aim to enhance the global appeal of the university’s academic offerings and attract distinguished international students to selected Master’s degree programs for the academic year 2024/2025. Available exclusively to non-Italian citizens, the scholarships aim to foster a diverse educational environment.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: May 6, 2024
• Application Opening: April 15, 2024
• Funding Type: Scholarship
• Host Institution: University of Siena
• Eligible Countries: All non-Italian citizenship holders
• Eligible Gender: All
• Target Group: International students
• Focus Area: Various Master’s degree programs
• Study Level: Master’s (Lauree Magistrali)
• Number of Opportunities: Four scholarships available
• Host Country: Italy

Benefits and Financial Aids

• Four Siena International Excellence Scholarships, each worth €5,000 annually and extendable for the next year total €10,000.
• Scholarships are renewable for a second year.
• Awarded to talented students admitted to selected Master’s degree programs conducted in English.

Eligibility Criteria

All applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Applicants must hold a non-Italian Bachelor’s degree to be eligible for admission to Master’s degree programs within the Italian University system.
• Not hold Italian citizenship, except for individuals with dual citizenship that includes Italian.
• Not be a resident of Italy.
• Have applied for eligible Master’s degree programs listed in the call.
• Candidates awaiting evaluation or already accepted to the listed programs are eligible.

Eligible Degree

Scholarships are available in four areas:

• Economics and Law: Economics, Finance, International Accounting and Management
• Political, International, Social, and Cognitive Sciences: Language and Mind: Linguistics and Cognitive Studies, Public and Cultural Diplomacy, Scienze Internazionali (curriculum: European Studies)
• Biomedical and Medical Sciences: Biotechnologies of Human Reproduction, Medical Biotechnologies
• Math and Experimental Sciences: Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence and Automation Engineering, Biodiversity, Conservation and Environmental Quality, Chemistry, Electronics and Communications Engineering, Engineering Management, Sustainable Industrial Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

Documents Required for Admission

Ensure your application stands out by submitting complete and relevant documentation tailored to your desired study program. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Identification Documents: EU applicants require a valid national ID or passport, while non-EU applicants need a valid passport. Non-EU applicants residing in Italy must also provide an Italian Residence Permit.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV): This summary should summarize your education, skills, work experience, and qualifications. Any format is accepted, but the Europass CV format is recommended.
• High-School / Academic Transcripts: Official transcripts (or provisional certifications if courses are ongoing) must bear the institution’s stamp and the issuer’s signature. They should be in Italian or English; otherwise, provide certified translations.
• Motivation Letter: Present yourself beyond grades, explaining why you’re a suitable candidate for the program.
• Language Proficiency Certificates: Submit certificates as required by your chosen program. Details are available on apply.unisi.it.
• Other Documents: If required in your country, include a certificate of academic enrollment eligibility. Check apply.unisi.it for additional program-specific requirements.

Note: Legalized documents are not initially required but may be necessary upon admission for final enrollment.

How to Apply?

• Submit applications through the apply.unisi.it portal or the link below
• Pay the required fee (10 Euro) using the instructions emailed.
• Ensure the scholarship application is submitted using the same account as the course admission application.

Apply Now

For more information, refer to the official application call or the university website.

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