The CICOPS (Center for International Cooperation and Development) Scholarships for Researchers is a program offered by the University of Pavia in Italy. It aims to provide financial support to researchers from developing countries, allowing them to conduct research in collaboration with academic departments of the University of Pavia.
The CICOPS scholarships are typically awarded for research stays of three to six months, during which scholars have the opportunity to work on their research projects, collaborate with faculty members, and access resources and facilities at the University of Pavia. The program covers travel expenses, accommodation, and a monthly stipend to help cover living expenses during the research stay.
The scholarship program is open to researchers from low-income and middle-income countries who hold a doctoral degree or equivalent qualification and are affiliated with a university or research institution in their home country. Applicants are required to submit a research proposal outlining their project objectives, methodology, and expected outcomes, as well as a curriculum vitae and letters of recommendation.
The selection process for the CICOPS scholarships is competitive, with applications evaluated based on the quality and relevance of the proposed research, the applicant’s academic and professional qualifications, and the potential for collaboration with faculty members at the University of Pavia. Successful applicants are notified of their selection and provided with details regarding the terms and conditions of the scholarship.
The CICOPS Scholarships for Researchers program aims to promote international cooperation and academic exchange, foster collaboration between researchers from different countries and cultures, and contribute to the advancement of knowledge and innovation in various fields of study. Through this program, the University of Pavia seeks to strengthen its ties with the global research community and support capacity-building efforts in developing countries.
The CICOPS Scholarships for Researchers provide valuable opportunities for scholars from developing countries to engage in collaborative research, gain international experience, and enhance their academic and professional development. By investing in research and academic exchange, the University of Pavia aims to contribute to the global effort to address pressing challenges and promote sustainable development worldwide.
In order to promote international cooperation, particularly with Developing Countries (as classified by the World Bank in low, lower middle and upper middle income economies) the University of Pavia and EDiSU (Institute of the Right to University Studies) are offering 6 scholarships to visiting scholars for the year 2025 for a period of stay of 4 to 12 weeks at the University of Pavia.
Eligibility Criteria For The CICOPS Scholarships for Researchers
- Applicants must have at least two years of either teaching experience or activity within international organisations and institutions.
- Scholarships are designed for both junior and senior members of Universities in Developing Countries or members of major research centres and international organisations or institutions with specific interest in the field of development studies.
- CICOPS scholarships are reserved for research collaboration in the short term in order to encourage the mobility of researchers from developing countries.
- Applicants enrolled in a Doctoral or Postgraduate Course at an Italian University are not eligible to apply.
Method of Application
- In order to encourage contact between staff and students, the period of stay should take place within the following dates: January 13th – July 20th 2025 and September 8th – December 21st 2025.
- Applications must be sent no later than May 31st 2024 by filling out the online application form available on the CICOPS website: http://cicops.unipv.it/cicops-scholarships/
The following documents should be uploaded to the online form:- 1. Curriculum vitae ideally in European format with a list of publications (file to be named: Surname_Name_CV)
- 2. Invitation letter from the professor or researcher with whom you intend to collaborate 1 (file to be named: Surname_Name_Letter) The uploaded documents should be named as mentioned above.
- Applications without a correctly named curriculum vitae and invitation letter will not be taken into consideration.
- Please only fill in your application form once you have received the letter of acceptance by your contact Professor at the University of Pavia. Incomplete applications will be rejected; no exceptions will be made.
Application Deadline: May 31st, 2024.
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