Ph.D. at Bocconi University Location: Milan - Italy

There is stiff competition for acceptance to Bocconi's PhD Programs. Every year candidates who otherwise might well have been accepted miss their opportunity because they fail to comply with the guidelines or because their application was incomplete.
The review process for your application is rigorous and involves a number of different people. The deadlines that are posted on this web site are established so that each application can receive the consideration it deserves. Please take them very seriously. We do.
The first important thing you can do to strengthen your application is to understand and meet the deadline for the PhD to which you are applying.
Second, carefully review the types of documents that are required to accompany your application. Most of them have variable lead-time in preparation or requests that you have to make to obtain them and under-estimating how long it will take to get them can jeopardize your application's success.

If you do these two things, your chances of succeeding with your application are greatly improved.
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1. Do I have to apply online?
Yes.

2. Is there an application fee?
No.
3. Is knowledge of the English language required?Yes. See this table about pre-requisites for the programs in Business Administration and Management, Economics and Finance, Statistics and Applied Mathematics and International Law and Economics.
For the PhD in Law of Business and Commerce, a B2 level is advisable in order to take part in the program successfully.
4. Do I need to send some documents by post?Yes, you will need to print out and sign your application form, put it in an envelope and send it by post together with your academic transcripts, GMAT/GRE scores (except for those applying to the PhD programs in International Law and Economics/ Law of Business and Commerce), and a signed copy of valid ID document and a passport-size picture.
NB: for the PhD in Law of Business and Commerce only: please send also your thesis in CD-Rom format.
Use the label provided to send the documents by post (one envelope for each PhD program) to:
Università Commerciale Luigi Bocconi
Centro Amministrativo Dottorati ed Esami di Stato (CADES)
piazza Sraffa, 11
20136 Milano Italy
N.B.: If the documents are not sent by post by 15th February 2012 (postmark date), your application will not be considered.
You will be able to check the status of your application on the Communication from Bocconi to candidate area of the online procedure after the University receives what you sent.
5. How and when will my referees submit their reference letters?Your referees will be required to upload their letters by 15 February 2012. It is your duty to inform them about this deadline and allow them enough time to write and upload their letters. Once you have entered your referees' names and emails, click on SAVE. An automatic email will be sent to them. NB: after clicking on the SAVE button, you will neither be able to change your referees' names and/or their email addresses nor add another referee's name and address, so double-check before saving. You can check whether your reference letters have been sent by accessing the online application; this information will be reported at the bottom of the page listing the documents you need to upload.
NB: reference letters are not compulsory, but they are an important element of assessment.
6. What if I experience technical problems during the application process and/or the uploading?In case of technical problems, please contact our Help Desk at: phdhelp@unibocconi.it
7. What if I have questions about the information and/or documents I need to submit?Information is available on the University website at http://www.unibocconi.eu/admissionphd Should you need further information, contact phdadmission@unibocconi.it
8. What qualifications are required to be eligible?Applications can be submitted by Italian and non-Italian citizens who have completed or are completing their graduate studies:
-Italian degrees: two-year or four-year graduate degrees;
-non-Italian degrees of Italian equivalent standard, recognized as such by the PhD Faculty Board.
9. Can I get my PhD on a distance learning basis?No. All our PhD's are full-time, resident programs.
10. Do I get financial support if i am admitted?Yes. All admitted PhD students in Economics and Finance, Statistics and Applied Mathematics and Business Administration and Management are granted a tax free four-year scholarship between 13,600 and 15,000 per year according to merit and subject to successful academic performance.
Students admitted to PhD programs in International Law and Economics and Law of Business and Commerce can also be granted a scholarship, as described above; however,they may also be admitted without a scholarship, in which case the payment of a tuition fee of € 2,000 for the International Law and Economics program and € 4,000 for Law of Business and Commerce is required.
After the first year of these programs, reduced merit-based tuition fees may be offered.  
11. I am not an EU citizen. Do I need a visa and/or permit to stay?
Yes. It is your responsibility to take care of all these issues. You can find basic information about how to obtain the necessary permits here.
12. Is accommodation provided?Click here for relevant information.

Junior Research Assistant at the Centre for Science, Society and Citizenship Location: Rome

The Centre for Science, Society and Citizenship (www.cssc.eu) is Europe’s leading independent research centre specializing in advice on political, ethical and social issues raised by emerging technologies. CSSC’s competence areas comprise: Ethical, Social and Policy Implications of emerging technologies, Ethics and Security, Ethics and Disaster Preparedness, Human Factor Analysis. CSSC believes in the values of dialogue, responsibility, integrity and care. The centre promotes open conversation between individuals, communities and institutions by encouraging trust among all parties. CSSC carries out its work in several ways, including studies, publications, training, and coordination of multicenter research projects. Our current assignments include international projects funded by EC DG Research, DG INFSO, DG JLS, DG Enterprise, DG Sanco, and NATO. The Center serves as a member of the Fundamental Rights Platform of the Fundamental Rights Agency of the EU and is accredited by the Faculties of Psychology (1 and 2) of the La Sapienza University of Rome to provide internship programs for training in socio-psychological research.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Junior Research Assistant. The research will focus on Social, Ethical and Privacy Issues in ICT for Ageing and Assistive Technology for Older people. The job is chiefly based on secondary research (desk research, internet search, etc.). Some empirical research (e.g., in depth interviews) is also expected.

DUTIES
Writing scientific reports;
Writing business and technical documents concerning the project lifecycle (e.g., meeting minutes, briefings, internal guidance, email to project partners, etc)
Writing academic papers;
Attending scientific and technical meetings;
Preparing presentations in workshops and seminars;
Taking care of the scientific and organising secretariat of scientific meetings;
Travel and short stay abroad (within Europe) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
The ideal candidate has a MA or PhD degree in Ageing related disciplines, or in Human-Machine Interaction, or in Privacy and Data Protection. Also candidates with a background in social sciences are eligible.
Perfect written and oral communication skills in English (ONLY English mother tongue or bilingual).
Availability to relocate to Rome for the contract period (remote working can be considered only exceptionally) WHAT WE OFFER
Appropriate salary
Mission costs fully covered
Training and education in research on Social, Ethical and Privacy Issues in ICT for Ageing and Assistive Technology for Older people
Challenging international environment and networks
Opportunities for publishing in international, peer reviewed, scholarly publications and journals
A number of carrier opportunities

TO APPLY

please email to cssc@cssc.eu
A short cover letter (1 page) describing your interest and expectations
a CV
Writing sample (12-20 pages in length)
Name, qualifications and email address of two referees. All documents must be sent in one comprehensive email and submitted in English. Candidates whose profile matches the request, must confirm their availability for an interview in Rome at their own expenses. Please note that only successful candidates will be contacted.

PhD in Politics, Human Rights and Sustainability, Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies, Pisa‏

Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies - Pisa - Italy
Ph.D. Programme in
POLITICS, HUMAN RIGHTS AND SUSTAINABILITY
Academic Year 2011-2012
4 positions with fellowships for EU citizens
3 positions with fellowships for NON - EU citizens

Research Areas:
- Identity, rights and conflicts in political theory

- Conflict and political systems in international relations

- International and European political economy

- Institutions and mechanisms for protecting human rights: outlines of International Law

- Rights and social capital in the regional development policies

- Agrarian Law, Environmental Law and Sustainable Development of the Land

Deadlines:
- Candidates UE citizens are requested to apply online by October 25, 2011

- Candidates NON - UE citizens are requested to apply online by October 10, 2011

Contacts:
infophd@sssup.it
http://www.sssup.it/context.jsp?ID_LINK=364&area=46

PhD opportunities at Free University of Bozen Location: Bozen - Italy

Public Competition Announcement for PhD courses 27th cycle, 2011/2012 academic year Public Competition Announcement 2011

Published in the "Bollettino Ufficiale della Regione Trentino Alto-Adige" no. 27/IV, 18/07/2011.
Published in the "Gazzetta Ufficiale della Repubblica Italiana, IV Serie Speciale Concorsi ed Esami", no. 58, 22/07/2011.

Beginning of the PhD courses: 9th, January 2012
Application forms for admission to the Public Competition for PhD programmes (deadline for applications is: 14 October, 2011)

PhD programme in General Pedagogy, Social Pedagogy and General Education
PhD programme in Computer Science
PhD programme in Management of Mountain Environment
PhD programme in Sustainable Energy and Technologies
PLEASE, do not send the application form by e-mail. Applications have to be submitted by hand or by post to the addresses indicated at page 20 and 21 of the public competition announcement 2011. Deadline for applications is: 14th October 2011.

For more information about the content of the PhD programme, please visit the faculties' websites:

PhD programme in General Pedagogy, Social Pedagogy and General Education
PhD programme in Computer Science (NEW)
PhD programme in Management of Mountain Environment
PhD programme in Sustainable Energy and Technologies

PhD in Linguistics: Cooperation with the University of Pavia
Call for applications XXVII cycle 2011/2012 (in Italian only)
Deadline: July 18, 2011, for more information  visit this link.

MA in Human rights and conflict management at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna Location: Pisa - Italy DL: 17 October 2011

Dear applicants,

kindly be informed that the application process for the MAHRCM programme 2012 in now open. Please find in the box on the right-hand side menu the two Calls for applications for EU candidates and for NON EU candidates.

Candidates shall enter their application online using the links provided below. They are strongly advised to fill in all mandatory fields including the one concerning their motivational profile.

EU applicants

Applications for admission by EU citizens shall be sent no later than 17 October 2011.

To APPLY NOW FOR THE SELECTION OF EU CANDIDATES please click here.

NON EU applicants


The selection process of non-EU citizens is organized in two rounds.

The application deadline for the first round of selection of non-EU candidates was set on 1st July 2011, and the related outcome is now available. Please find in the box on the right-hand side menu the list of NON EU candidates that have been admitted to the Programme and applicants that have been included in the reserve list. Persons on the reserve list will be contacted if space is made available and if their position on the reserve list is reached.

This year the pool of applicants for the first round of selection of NON EU candidates was particularly large and extremely qualified, which makes us proud while sad at the same time as regretfully we cannot have all of you here in Pisa.

Applicants whose name is not included in either list have not met the minimum criteria for being admitted. Nevertheless, we encourage them to keep on enriching their academic and professional background, hoping that they will submit their application for the next edition. The deadline for the second round of selection of NON EU citizens was set on 16th September 2011 and the application process is now closed. Updated information will be published on this website in the next days. For more information visit this link.

Grundtvig Workshop FASE (Flash Animation Studios for European learners), Potenza, Italy 16-27 April 2012‏

Dear Colleagues
we are very glad to anniounce that the European Commission approved our Workshop titled F.A.S.E. (Flash Animation Studios for European learners) in which you can learn how to create animation for cartooons and web sites. the workshop will be realised in Potenza (Italy) in the period 16.04.2012 � 27.04.2012 (including travel days).
To have the opportunity to participate at the workshop (all expenses are covered 100% by European Commission) you must fill both documents in the 2 files attached following CAREFULLY the indication below:
1. Learner Application Form must be sent to
- the institution which organises the Workshop (Workshop organiser), so EURO-NET

- the Grundtvig National Agency in your country

- the Grundtvig National Agency in the country where the Workshop will take place (Italy).

2. Workshop Application Form must be sent ONLY to EURO-NET (BY E-MAIL AND ALSO IN ORIGINAL BY POST)
ATTENTION: Even if your Country is not indicated you can participate the same at the selection.
We remain waiting for your application forms
(PLEASE SEND THEM ASAP!!!)
Anna Lagrotta
EURO-NET
Europe Direct Basilicata
vicolo Luigi Lavista, 3
85100 Potenza (Italy)
Tel. +39.0971.23300
Fax +39.0971.21124
Web: www.synergy-net.info

Graduate Schools and Doctoral Programs Grants, University of Verona‏

Call for Applications - Graduate Schools and Doctoral Programs Grants
University of Verona, Italy

August 31, 2011 Deadline

http://www.sdsim.univr.it/sdol/main?ent=iniziativa&id=3786

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The University of Verona opens the public selection for the admission to Graduate Schools and Doctoral Programs, Year 2012.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In order to be able to apply for admissions to Graduate Schools and/or Doctoral Programs, any applicant (regardless of age or nationality) must be in possession of either a “Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale” or a “Laurea” Degree (Vecchio Ordinamento) released by an Italian university.

Are able to apply also students with a foreign Master’s Degree (Master of Science or Master of Arts) or an equivalent Master of Science-level degree that in their country grants access to a Ph.D. program.

Applicants who will qualify for their degree within and not after the beginning date of Doctoral Programs (1st January 2012) will also be able to apply. In this case their participation will be considered con riserva ( “subject to confirmation”) and they will be required to submit the
degree certification or self- certification to Area Ricerca â€" U.O. Dottorati di Ricerca Nazionali ed Internazionali within and not after the 31st December 2011 (in accordance with DPR n. 445 dated 28th December 2000 for EU citizens). Applications missing this documentation will not be
considered.

Candidates already enrolled in a Doctoral Program can not apply for the same Doctoral Program or for a program with a similar denomination.

Candidates who have already obtained a Doctor Research Degree can not apply for the same Doctoral Program or for a program with a similar denomination.

Candidates are admitted to participate in the call subject to confirmation. Exclusion from the procedure, in case the aforementioned prerequisites are missing, may be imposed at any time as a motivated sanction, even after examination sessions. Applications submitted or received after the
closing date or without the exact title of the Graduate School/Program to which the person wishes to apply will be rejected.

SCHOLARSHIP
The amount granted for a scholarship is € 13.638,47 per year (gross) and will be increased in situations stipulated by law. The scholarship is exempt from IRE (personal income tax).
The scholarship will be granted for the entire duration of the Doctoral program (three years) and the instalments will be paid monthly on the 30th day of each month. The first instalment of January 2012 will be paid at the end of the same mouth ONLY IF within the deadline set for December
15th, 2011 students will be correctly enrolled in our programmes and will have submitted all the necessary documentation required.

The scholarship will be increased of 50% during authorised study periods abroad. Should the student be suspended or excluded from the Doctoral Program, the scholarship will be granted just for the period in which he/ she attended it.

Scholarships will be granted on the basis of the order of the respective rankings. Should two or more students award the same score, scholarships will be assigned on the basis of the students’ financial situation, in accordance with state and regional Study Rights rules.
If one or more scholarship should not be assigned by the Schools in one or more of their Doctoral Programs, either for lack of eligibility or students’ withdrawal, it/ they may be assigned to suitable candidates in other Doctoral Programs within the same School, once again in accordance with the order of rankings, the number of scholarships may increase in case of more funding by public or private bodies, up to the point that all program places are covered by scholarships.

http://www.sdsim.univr.it/sdol/main?ent=iniziativa&id=3786

PhD Grants for Foreign Students in International Doctoral Courses University of Padova, Italy‏

15 PhD Grants for Foreign Students in International Doctoral Courses
University of Padova, Italy

The University of Padova, through the funding of the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo, offers research fellowships for foreign students to attend Doctoral Schools/International Courses. During the 3-year doctoral programme, successful candidates will be offered full board and lodging.

Deadline: 5 September 2011

For the academic year 2011/2012 the Università degli Studi di Padova, Italy, offers 15 research fellowships for foreign students to attend Doctoral Schools/International Courses (see annex 1 for the list of doctoral schools and international doctoral courses and related research lines).
The duration of the doctoral courses is three years, starting on the 2nd January 2012 and ending on the 31st December 2014.

Each position will be covered by a scholarship of 13.638,47 euro per year (gross value), fully funded by Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo.
During the 3-year doctoral programme (2012-2014), the successful candidates will be offered full board and lodging at the ESU �" Azienda Regionale per il Diritto allo Studio Universitario. The connected charges will be covered by Università degli Studi di Padova through Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants are required to meet the following criteria in order to be eligible:
 To have foreign (non-Italian) citizenship;
 To have foreign (non-Italian) residence. Candidates must be in possession of this requirement within the deadline date.
 To have a foreign (non-Italian) academic qualification acknowledged as equivalent to the Diploma di Laurea/ Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale (at least four years of full time university education). The acknowledgement of the equivalence of the academic degree will be done by the relevant body of the Doctoral School/International Course, for the sole purpose of this competition.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications for the competition must be filled in exclusively through the online procedure available at: http://unipd.cineca.it/foreignstudents within 10.00 a.m. of the deadline date (5 September 2011).

The online form must be printed, signed and must arrive together with a copy of a valid ID at the following address by 5 September 2011 (deadline date):

Università degli Studi di Padova
Servizio Formazione alla Ricerca
via 8 febbraio, 2
35122 Padova, Italy

SCHOLARSHIPS
The amount of the scholarship is 13.638,47 € per year (gross amount).
The scholarship is subject to social security contribution.
The amount of the scholarship is increased by 50% for periods of study abroad excluding the official country of residence. For periods of study abroad students must have the approval of the Doctoral Council of the School/International Course.
Scholarships are paid by monthly instalments. The first instalment is paid the month following the actual beginning of the course.
Scholarships are subject to the general terms and conditions specified in annex 2.

ATTENDANCE FEES
Successful candidates will be exempted from paying attendance fees. The connected charges will be covered by the Università degli Studi di Padova through the Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo.

Website: http://www.unipd.it/unipdWAR/page/unipd_en/research_en1/en_6_3_P2
Email: doctoral.grants@unipd.it

University of Macerata calls for Applications for PhD Scholarships at University of Macerata, Italy

PhD scholarship for international students in the fields of  Linguistic, Pholological,Literary and Historical- Archaeological Sciences,Law, Human sciences,Economic Management, Political and Social Sciences  at university of Macerata in Italy
Study Subject(s):Linguistic Pholological,Literary and Historical- Archaeological Sciences,Law, Human sciences,Economic Management, Political and Social Sciences
Course Level:PhD
Scholarship Provider: University of Macerata
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:
The selection is open to graduates, regardless of gender, age, religion or nationality, in possession of an Italian “laurea quadriennale” or “specialistica” or “magistrale” or equivalent foreign degree qualification of II level. In cases where the University degree of the candidate is not officially recognized as equivalent, his/her admission and possible enrolment will be conditional on the Giunta of SDA will rule on the validity of the degree qualification obtained abroad, for the sole purpose of allowing participation in the admission process. The selection is also open to candidates who do not already possess the required degree, provided that conferral takes place by October 31st, 2011. In this case, admission will be conditional, and the candidate will be required, under D.P.R. n. 445/00 art. 47, to present the degree certificate or a notarised copy before November 11th, 2011.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes

Scholarship Description: In addition to activities for the preparation of the final thesis, doctoral candidates are expected to participate in training activities organized by the SDA; besides, international mobility and activities common to near research fields are recommended. At least 25 scholarships will be awarded to the best doctoral candidates. The scholarship will be maintained for three years, passing the annual evaluation. The number of scholarship is supposed to increase due to financial support obtained from either private or public organizations. All of the scholarships will be awarded on selection criteria based on this call. The final number of scholarships will be available on the web site. Candidates without scholarship can be admitted too, in a number relating to the scholarships which will be assigned to each PhD course.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: by August 26th, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

PhDs, Graduate School in Social and Political Sciences, University of Milan‏

The University of Milan has launched a call for application, based on qualifications and interviews, for admission to the Graduate School in Social and Political Sciences (GSSPS) for the following Ph.D. Programs:
• Ph.D. in Labour Studies – Coordinator: Prof. Lorenzo Bordogna
• Ph.D. in Political Studies – Coordinator: Prof. Marco Giuliani; Acting Coordinator: Prof. Francesco Zucchini
• Ph.D. in Sociology – Coordinator: Prof. Luisa Leonini
• Ph.D. in Business History and Management Coordinator Prof. Mario Benassi
For the academic year 2011/2012 the GSSPS will assign a total of 26 places, 13 with scholarship and 13 without scholarship.
13 places with scholarships will be assigned as follows:
Ph.D. in Labour Studies – 3 scholarships
Ph.D. in Political Studies – 4 scholarships
Ph.D. in Sociology – 4 scholarships
Ph.D. in Business History and Management – 2 scholarships.
Up to 8 scholarships are reserved for non-EU citizens' applicants resident abroad (outside Italy) only if they result in the final ranking for each Ph.D. program in a position not inferior than the corresponding one which gives license to use the awards as indicated for each Ph.D. program. If in the final ranking of each Ph.D. program do not appear any suitable non-EU citizen resident abroad candidate, the mentioned 8 scholarships will be awarded to EU candidates who hold those positions.
13 places without scholarship will be assigned as follows:
Ph.D. in Labour Studies – 3 places without scholarship
Ph.D. in Political Studies – 4 places without scholarship
Ph.D. in Sociology– 4 places without scholarship
Ph.D. in Business History and Management – 2 places without scholarship
The Call for Application 2011/2012 in now available to download:
http://www.unimi.it/ricerca/dottorati/50286.htm
Unfortunatly the Call is now available only in Italian. Soon it will be provided an English translation.
In the meantime please have a look at the following:
English Call for Application 2011-2012
http://www.graduateschool.unimi.it//files/gssps_call_2011_2012_eng_synthesis.pdf

Doctoral Postion in Comparative and European Legal Studies, University of Trento, Italy

The University of Trento announced Doctoral position for research in Comparative and European Legal Studies, Italy -2011
Study Subject(s): Comparative and European Legal Studies
Course Level: Doctoral
Scholarship Provider: The University of Trento
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:
Applications for the doctoral positions above are accepted from candidates, regardless of sex, age and nationality, who have an Italian “laurea specialistica” or “laurea magistrale”, instituted in compliance with Ministerial Decree no. 509 of 3rd November 1999 as amended, a university degree of the previous Italian regulations in force, or equivalent degree qualification obtained abroad.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The University of Trento announces the 27th cycle of the Doctoral Programme in “Comparative and European Legal Studies” with administrative session of the Department of Legal Sciences of the University of Trento, Via Verdi, 53, 38122 Trento, Italy. The selection process is hereby announced for 12 doctoral positions, of which 6 positions will be assigned grants financed by the University of Trento.
How to Apply: Online or by Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: 27 July, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

2012 Jean Monnet Postdoctoral Fellowships in European University Institute, Italy

Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (RSCAS) funded Postdoctoral Fellowships for research at Italy -2012
Study Subject(s): Various
Course Level: Postdoctoral
Scholarship Provider: Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (RSCAS)
Scholarship can be taken at:Italy
Eligibility:
- The fellowships are open to candidates who will have successfully defended their Ph.D. by 31 July proceeding the start of the fellowship on 1 September.
- Candidates are eligible during the 7-year period following the successful completion of their Ph.D. (For example, to apply for 2012/13, the Ph.D. should be completed between 31/7/2005 and 31/7/2012)
- Extensions to the 7-year rule are allowed in cases of applicants whose academic career has been interrupted due to maternity leave or illness. In particular, for each maternity leave an additional year will be permitted, while in the case of a long or recurrent illness the total period of illness may be taken into account in calculating eligibility.
- Explanation of the circumstances should be included in the application in the field marked ‘Additional Notes’. Supporting documents will be requested from candidates proposed for selection.
- Candidates who have received their Ph.D. from the EUI can only apply for JMF after they have been away from the Institute in a full-time occupation or with another fellowship for at least one year after defending the Ph.D.
- Candidates of all nationalities are eligible for the Jean Monnet Fellowships.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies (RSCAS) offers one or two year fellowships to post-docs in an early stage of their academic career.
RSCAS also offers up to 10  Global Governance Fellowships.  Preference is given to proposals within the following domains:
- International financial and economic regulation with a focus on international monetary issues and global imbalances
- Global governance and democracy
- Different institutional alternatives for global governance: regional integration, international organizations, transnational networks and private governance, global administrative law etc.
- International trade
- Climate change
- Terrorism and counterterrorism policies, with a focus on its relationship with human rights issues
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: October 25, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Ducati Motor Holding offer MBA Scholarship at Alma Graduate School, Italy 2011-2012

Scholarships for Masters Students to Study MBA in the field of Brazil-Europe Business Relations
Study Subject(s):MBA (Brazil-Europe Business Relations)
Course Level:Masters
Scholarship Provider: Ducati Motor Holding
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:
-Undergraduate degree
- 2+ years of qualified work experience
- English proficiency
Scholarship Open for International Students: No
Scholarship Description: Ducati Motor Holding will offer two partial scholarships of the amount of 15,000 euro for the best candidates applying to the MBA Brazil-Europe Business Relations. Alma Graduate School will offer additional partial scholarships thanks to the contribution of the Regione Emilia Romagna.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: July 15th, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

PhD Scholarship in Mathematics for International Students, University of Trento, Italy

The University of Trento call for scholarship applications for PhD position in Mathematics, Italy -2012
Study Subject(s): Mathematics , Algebra, Geometry, Complementary Mathematics ,Mathematical Analysis ,Mathematical Probability and Statistics, Mathematical Physics, Numerical Analysis ,Operations Research , Statistics
Course Level:PhD
Scholarship Provider: University of Trento , Fondazione Bruno Kessler
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:
- Applications are invited from candidates, regardless of gender, age and nationality, who hold an Italian “laurea specialistica (magistrale)”, instituted in conformity with Ministerial Decree no. 509 of 3 November 1999 and subsequent amendments, a university degree of the previous regulations, or an equivalent degree obtained abroad.
- Applicants who have an Italian degree must submit the degree certificate together with the list of exams and grades obtained.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The University of Trento announces the 27th cycle of the Doctoral School in “Mathematics” for the Academic Year 2011-2012, in collaboration with “Mathematic Research Centre E. De Giorgi” of the Scuola Normale Superiore di Pisa.
How to Apply: Online or by Post
Scholarship Application Deadline: September 30, 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Master’s Scholarship in Human Rights and Conflict Management at Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, Italy

Calls for applications in Masters in the field of Arts in Human Rights and Conflict Management for EU/Non Eu candidates at Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna in Italy -2011.
Study Subject(s):Arts in Human Rights and Conflict Management
Course Level:Master
Scholarship Provider: Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:-For Non EU applicants :Academic curriculum( average of marks received at exams,marks of graduation exams if applicable,Consistency of the curriculum and dissertation with the contents of the masters programme up to 24points.
- For EU :Academic curriculum( average of marks received at exams,marks of graduation exams if applicable,Consistency of the curriculum and dissertation with the contents of the masters programme up to 14 points.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes

Scholarship Description: The Master Programme offers no. 1 scholarship, covering the full tuition fee, to be automatically awarded to the EU citizen who makes the highest score in the list. 2) Depending on financial availability, a limited number of scholarships will be made available to citizens of NON-OECD countries who are eligible for release of a visa for Italy. Eligible applicants shall fill in the appropriate section of the application form. Applications for financial assistance will receive consideration only in connection with completed applications for admission to the Master of Arts in Human Rights and Conflict Management. Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna reserves the right to determine the amount of each scholarship and the awarding criteria. 3) Depending on resources availability the School might offer financial assistance towards internship expenses to those participants who are citizens of EU countries. In the past 2 editions of the Master Programme (a.y. 2006/2007 and 2007/2008) the School, in cooperation with the Regione Toscana, offered a partial reimbursement of the internship expenses to ALL EU participants.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: The application deadline for the first round of selection of non-EU candidates is set on 1st July 2011, while the application deadline for the second round is set on 16th September 2011.
Further Scholarship Information and Application

MA in Human Rights and Conflict Management 2011-2012, Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna, Pisa - Italy‏

*CfA: MA in Human Rights and Conflict Management 2011-2012, Scuola Superiore
Sant'Anna, Pisa - Italy*

The MA. in Human Rights and Conflict Management (MAHRCM) is a one year
interdisciplinary post-graduate program, which focuses on the linkages
between Human Rights and Conflict Management. Along academic skills, solid
grounding of the development of related practical expertise is provided
during both, the didactic and internship period: monitoring and report
writing, project design and management etc. The MAHRCM is committed to
provide its students with valuable work experiences and employment contacts
at a world-wide level. Annual Recruitment is organized with human resource
managers of NGOs and the UN Volunteers Programme. A regular information
service regarding recruitment opportunities within International
Organisations and NGOs is also offered. Special career coaching sessions
focusing on presentation skills will be provided.

The Master program is organized in collaboration with the International
Research Laboratory on Conflict, Development & Global Politics of the Scuola
Sant'Anna and the International Training Programme for Conflict Management
(ITPCM), a post-graduate programme of the Scuola within the Masters and
Training Programmes Division. The Master program is organized under the
patronage of United Nations Regional Information Centre (UNRIC).

The MAHRCM brings together a core teaching staff and leading specialists
from around the world. Lecturers and trainers are chosen among academics,
diplomats, international organizations officers and NGOs activists, thus
offering a wealth of both academic and field expertise.

The *MAHRCM* is a competitive programme open to a maximum of 28 candidates.
14 places out of 28 are meant for non EU candidates. Candidates must meet
the following minimum requirements:
(1) Have a three years (at least) university degree or equivalent, issued by
a university institution or equivalent. Students expecting to graduate
before 31 December 2011 are also eligible.
(2) Understand, speak and write English at least at LEVEL C1, (CEFR for
Languages, CoE).

*THE APPLICATION PERIOD FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2010-2011 IS NOW OPEN*

The selection process of non-EU citizens will be held in two rounds. The
application deadline for the *first round of selection* of non-EU candidates
is set on *1st July 2011*, while the application deadline for the second
round is set on *16th September 2011.*
Interested candidates should fill in the online application form and all
required documents.*
*
EU candidates should send their application no later than *October 17th,
2011*

*Application form* and additional information are available at:

*www.humanrights.sssup.it *

*Funding opportunities*

The Master Programme offers no. 1 scholarship, covering the full tuition
fee, to be automatically awarded to the participant who receives the highest
score out of the entire pool of applicants (EU and NON EU)

Depending on financial availability, a limited number of additional
scholarships will be awarded to Citizens from Non-OECD Countries.

2012 PhD Grants for International Students at University of Padova, Italy

University of Padova announced PhD grants for research for foreign students to attend Doctoral Schools/International Courses , Italy -2012
Study Subject(s):Various
Course Level: PhD
Scholarship Provider: Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:
Applicants are required to meet the following criteria in order to be eligible:
- To have foreign (non-Italian) citizenship;
- To have foreign (non-Italian) residence.
- Candidates must be in possession of this requirement within the deadline date.
- To have a foreign (non-Italian) academic qualification acknowledged as equivalent to the Diploma di Laurea/ Laurea Specialistica/Magistrale (at least four years of full time university education). The acknowledgement of the equivalence of the academic degree will be done by the relevant body of the Doctoral School/International Course, for the sole purpose of this competition.
Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: For the academic year 2011/2012 the Università degli Studi di Padova, Italy, offers 15 research fellowships for foreign students to attend Doctoral Schools/International Courses. During the 3-year doctoral programme (2012-2014), the successful candidates will be offered full board and lodging at the ESU – Azienda Regionale per il Diritto allo Studio Universitario. The connected charges will be covered by Università degli Studi di Padova through Fondazione Cassa di Risparmio di Padova e Rovigo
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: 5 September 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

Call for Applications-PhD Programmes at University of Bologna, Italy

Study Subject(s): Economics and Statistics,Mathematics, Physics and Astronomy,Humanities
Course Level: PhD
Scholarship Provider: University of Bologna
Scholarship can be taken at: Italy
Eligibility:1.An Italian university degree (vecchio ordinamento -4 years); .
2.An Italian university degree (laurea specialistica/magistrale -3+2 years); .
3.An academic Master’s degree awarded by a foreign institution/University, validated as equivalent (equipollente) to an Italian degree by the Italian Ministry of Education, University and research (MIUR) or acknowledged as equivalent by the Selection Committee for the sole purposes of the selection.
4.For the sole purposes of the selection, applicants in possession of a foreign University degree must attach to the application form copy of the such degree together with the transcript of records translated into Italian or English. Those who are about to obtain a foreign University degree must attach the transcript of records translated into Italian or English.
5.Other additional documents, duly certified and translated into Italian or English, which may be judged appropriate for the purpose of the evaluation (Diploma Supplement, courses, programmes, exams, etc.) can be also attached.

Scholarship Open for International Students: Yes
Scholarship Description: The number of scholarships to be assigned can be increased only in case new financial support is made available before the beginning of the activities. Scholarships are assigned according to the ranking list drawn up by the Selection Committee. The yearly gross amount is € 13.638,47. Such amount can be increased by 50% for stages abroad lasting minimum one month and maximum 18 months. The scholarships are paid in monthly instalments and are incompatible with other fellowships and grants, except for those delivered by national or international bodies to cover research activities during stages abroad.The enrolment in a PhD course is not compatible with the enrolment in Italy and abroad in other PhD Courses, First cycle and Second Cycle degree courses, courses aiming at 4-years university degree (the so-called, vecchio ordinamento), First level and Second Level Master and Specialisation Schools (all but Medical schools), not including co-tutorship agreements. PhD students enrolled in a PhD course cannot be enrolled in the same PhD course and they will be excluded from the ranking list in case they have participated to the selection procedure.
How to Apply: Online
Scholarship Application Deadline: June 23rd 2011
Further Scholarship Information and Application

International Summer School in Applied Environmental and Regulatory Economics, Turin (Italy). Dead Line: 13 June 2011

The School is designed to offer two weeks “full immersion” in user charges regulation of local public services (e.g. waste, water, public transport, district heating, sport facilities) and is addressed to undergraduate students at their last year, graduate students and officials from the Public Administration (municipalities, counties, regional bodies) and regulatory agencies.
The course lasts two weeks and is articulated in three parts:
- theoretical module
- industry analysis
- case studies (with a virtual regulatory final report prepared by attendants)
Applications and Deadlines
The application form will be on-line as from Monday, February the 7th 2011.
The deadline for the submission of the application form is the 13th of June 2011
Admitted attendants will be contacted directly by email by the 20th of June 2011.
Cancellation policy for admitted students
- Profile A: in case of withdrawal the fee will not be refunded
- Profile B: considering that the participation is free, a deposit is due (150 Euro with payment receipt returned by the 1st of July 2011); the deposit will be totally refunded to the attendant at the end of the Summer School (there is no deposit refund in case of cancellation)
For any further information

Diploma and Master in Advanced European Studies, Italy‏

*Study Europe in the Heart of Italy*
*Diploma and University Master in*
*Advanced European Studies*
*(DAES) 2011/2012*
One-year interdisciplinary programme covering
*EU Law & Institutions*, *EU Economics & Finance*, *EU Policies, European
Integration History and Communication*.
The faculty includes top EU directors and officials, university professors
and experts in European affairs.
*APPLY BEFORE 12 JUNE 2011 !!!***
We are pleased hereby to inform you that the *Italian Ministry for Foreign
Affairs* is offering *21 scholarships* for graduates who are nationals of
the countries listed below, to attend the *Diploma in Advanced European
Studies* *2011/2012*:
- *ALBANIA*
- *BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA*
- *CROATIA*
- *KOSOVO*
- *MACEDONIA*
- *MONTENEGRO*
- *SERBIA.*
Graduates who are nationals of the above-listed countries are invited to
submit their applications through the specific on-line procedure available
on the website of the Italian Ministry for Foreign Affairs *from 12 May to
12 June 2011*: http://borseonline.esteri.it/borseonline/it/index.asp
*IMPORTANT NOTICE*: To apply for the above-mentioned scholarships,
interested candidates MUST submit the relevant form* through the specific
online procedure*, which is being open *until 12 June 2011 ONLY*.
Three grantees will be selected for each of the Countries listed above.
For information on the Diploma in Advanced European Studies, see our website
(http://www.europeancollege.it/dase/index.php?IDL=2&IDA=3 ) or contact the
Secretariat of the European College of Parma Foundation (
info@colleuparma.org ; tel. +39 0521 207525).
*HOW TO APPLY *
*for the above scholarships*
To apply, interested candidates must follow this procedure:
1) Open the web page
http://borseonline.esteri.it/borseonline/it/index.asp
2) Register through the relevant procedure (“Registrati qui”, bottom
left side of the page)
3) After having registered (and thus created your “account”), log on
the system and access the online form
4) After selecting the language for viewing the form, the candidate
must first of all select the item “Collegio Europeo di Parma – DASE” from
the menu, then fill out the form, complete the procedure and *duly submit*it
*within the Ministry’s online system before the deadline of 12 June 2011*.
If necessary, candidates can ask for assistance by e-mail to the competent
Italian Diplomatic Representation and/or Istituto Italiano di Cultura.
Once you have made sure that you have duly and correctly submitted your
application via the Ministry’s online system, we would be thankful if you
could send your updated CV in English to this e-mail address:
apply@colleuparma.org
Feel free to contact us for any further information on the course and thank
you in advance for your cooperation in spreading this message over to
potentially interested graduates.Please find further information on our website under the Scholarship page:
http://www.europeancollege.it/dase/index.php?IDL=2&IDA=3&seq=8&IDObj=22.