Italian Universities for Palestinian Students (IUPALS) Master's Scholarships at University of Parma 2025-2026
- Omran Aburayya
- 1 day ago
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If you're a Palestinian student aspiring to pursue a Master's degree abroad, the Italian Universities for Palestinian Students (IUPALS) program offers a remarkable opportunity. The University of Parma, in collaboration with the Conference of Italian University Rectors (CRUI), the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Consulate General of Italy in Jerusalem, is offering fully funded scholarships for the 2025–2026 academic year. This initiative aims to strengthen academic ties and provide Palestinian students with access to high-quality education in Italy.
🎓IUPALS Scholarship Summary
Location: Parma, Italy
Host Institution: University of Parma
Study Level: Master’s Degree (Second Cycle)
Target Group: Palestinian nationals residing in the Palestinian Territories
Value & Coverage: €10,000 per year, covering tuition fees, accommodation, partial food expenses, health insurance, visa-related costs, academic materials, support services, and integration programs
Duration: Full duration of the Master's program (2 years)
Application Deadline: May 31, 2025, 12:00 PM (Rome time)
Start Date: Academic Year 2025–2026 (includes mandatory language course from June to October 2025)
Eligible to: Palestinian nationals residing in the Palestinian Territories
📚IUPALS Scholarship Overview
The IUPALS scholarship at the University of Parma is designed to support Palestinian students in pursuing Master's degrees in various English-taught programs. The initiative not only provides financial assistance but also includes a comprehensive integration program to help students adapt to life in Italy. A mandatory 5-month Italian language and culture course precedes the academic program, ensuring students are well-prepared for their studies and daily life in Parma.
📘 Eligible Study Programs
Communication Engineering
Engineering for the Food Industry
Food Safety and Food Risk Management
Functional and Sustainable Materials
Global Food Law: Sustainability Challenges and Innovation
Language Sciences and Cultural Studies for Special Needs
Advanced Molecular Sciences for Health Products
Data Science for Management
Environmental Engineering for Risk Mitigation
🎁 Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition fee waiver
Accommodation and partial food coverage
Health insurance or private policy
Visa-related expenses
Academic materials and support services
Integration programs to assist with cultural adaptation
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Must hold Palestinian nationality and reside in the Palestinian Territories (verified by the Italian Consulate)
Possess a degree qualifying for admission to a second-cycle program in Italy
Demonstrate English language proficiency at B2 level (assessed during the interview)
Not previously enrolled at the University of Parma
Submit only one application; the scholarship cannot be combined with other awards
Mandatory enrollment in the 5-month Italian language and culture course (June–October 2025)
📝 Application Procedure
Scholarship Application: Fill in the online scholarship application form
Express Interest: Indicate your interest in the IUPALS scholarship.
Register: Create an account in the University of Parma’s ESSE3 system.
Submit Documents: Provide required documents for pre-evaluation.
Enroll: Apply for the chosen Master's program via the pre-admission portal.
Language Course Registration: Register for the mandatory Italian language course by May 23, 2025.
Confirmation: Forward the confirmation email of your application to the External Academic Relations Office at external.relations@birzeit.edu.
📂 Required Documents:
Curriculum Vitae
Academic transcripts and degree certificates
Proof of English language proficiency (if available)
Motivation letter
Copy of passport
📅 Important Dates
Application Deadline: May 31, 2025, 12:00 PM (Rome time)
Language Course Registration Deadline: May 23, 2025
Language Course Duration: June–October 2025
Academic Year Start: 2025–2026
📩 Contact Information
For inquiries about the University of Parma program:
Email: welcome@unipr.it
Email: nadia.monacelli@unipr.it (Bachelors Portal)
For assistance from Birzeit University:
🔗 OFFICIAL CALL LINK
