The University of Calabria (Università della Calabria) in Italy offers 132 scholarships for non-EU students to pursue their 2nd Cycle International Degree Courses (Two Years’ Master’s Degrees) for the Academic Year 2026/2027 at the University of Calabria in Italy. These scholarships are fully funded and provide financial assistance and various benefits to facilitate international students’ educational journeys.

If you are a non-EU student living outside of Italy, don’t waste the chance; apply today. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the admission calls and prepare documentation thoroughly before applying to ensure a smooth application process.

Key Details and Dates

Application Deadline: March 30, 2026

Funding Type: Partially Funded

Host Institution: University of Calabria

Eligible Countries: Non-EU countries

Eligible Gender: Male/Female

Target Group: Non-EU students living abroad

Study Level: Master’s degree

Medium of Instruction: English

Duration: 2 Years

Number of Opportunities: 132 scholarships available

Host Country: Italy

Fields of study at the University of Calabria:

English

1. Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science
2. Environmental and Territorial Safety Engineering (EN- IT)
3. Civil Engineering for Infrastructural Regeneration
4. Robotics and Automation Engineering (EN- IT)
5. Telecommunication Engineering r science – smart sensing, computing and networking
6. Health Biotechnology
7. Nutritional Sciences (EN- IT)
8. Chemistry
9. Mathematics
10. Physics
11. Finance and Insurance

Italian, or Italian and English courses 

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering (Italian & English)
• Computer Engineering
• Electronic Engineering
• Energy Engineering
• Environmental and Territorial Safety Engineering (Italian & English)
• Management Engineering (Italian & English)
• Mechanical Engineering (Italian & English)
• Robotics and Automation Engineering (Italian & English)
• Nutritional Sciences (Italian & English)
• Classical Studies
• Communication and Performing Arts
• Digital Humanities
• Foreign Modern Languages and Literatures
• History and Cultural Heritage
• Languages for International Communication
• Modern Philology
• Philosophy
• Biodiversity and Conservation of Natural Systems
• Biology
• Geological Sciences for Environmental Risks and Georesources
• Business Administration and Management
• Cooperation, Development, Ecology
• Data Science for Business Analytics
• Economics, Business and Sustainability
• Planning, Innovation and Management of Tourist Destinations
• Political Science and International Institutions
• Sciences of the Public Administrations
• Social Policies and Social Work
• Writing, Images, Digital Media
• Pedagogical Sciences

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• KAAD Scholarship Programs 2026 in Germany
• British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM 2026-27 to Study at Leading UK Universities
• Chinese Government Scholarships-YES China At Zhejiang University 2026

Benefits and Financial Aids

All selected international candidates for the University of Calabria Scholarships will benefit from the scholarship scheme as follows:

• Tuition fee coverage
• Free services, including board and lodging.
• Additionally, a €3,600 allowance is available to support living expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be non-EU students residing abroad.
• Hold a university degree obtained abroad, valid for access to Master’s degree courses in Italy.
• Meet the program requirement
• students have economic conditions not lower than those of students in need, for which the State provides support with scholarships,

Required Documents

List of required documents you should prepare for your admission and scholarship applications:

• Passport (first page)
• Curriculum vitae
• High School Diploma
• Bachelor’s degree
• University Transcript of Records
• University Syllabus of all courses
• Italian language certificate (if available)
• English language certificate (if available)
• Any other relevant documents

Selection Process

• The selection process is based on qualifications only.
• Applicants are required to submit necessary documentation for assessment.
• Scholarships are only for eligible candidates based on merit and compliance with eligibility criteria.

How to apply?

To apply to the University of Calabria Scholarships, follow the steps below:

• Read the details and requirements of each program you want to apply and ensure you meet the requirements.
• Register on the Esse3 Portal (linked atApply Now button) if you have not already registered.
• Access the Esse3 Portal via the link below
• Navigate to the top-right Menu -> Registrar’s Office -> Admission test.
• Select the desired degree course.
• Choose the competition: “CALL FOR EXTRA-EU STUDENTS…………”
• Pay €10.00 via the PagoPA payment portal from Esse3 Portal -> Payments by March 30, 2026.
• Only non-EU students residing abroad with a foreign university degree are eligible.
• Complete and submit the application before the deadline and ensure all required documentation is uploaded.

Apply Now

For further inquiries, contact unicaladmission@unical.it or visit the University of Calabria website  

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