
If you’ve been dreaming of studying in Italy on a fully funded scholarship—this might just be your moment. The University of Parma has announced the launch of its IUPALS Scholarship Program for the 2025–2026 academic year, inviting international students to apply for English-taught Master’s degree programs with complete financial support.
SCHOLARSHIP AT A GLANCE:
| Category | Details | 
|---|---|
| Scholarship Value | Up to €10,000 per year | 
| Eligibility | International students with a Bachelor’s degree qualifying them for a Master’s in Italy | 
| Benefits | Full tuition fee waiver, accommodation, partial food coverage, health insurance, visa-related costs | 
| Application Deadline | May 31, 2025 | 
| Duration of Italian Course | 5 months (starting from June 2025) | 
| English Proficiency Requirement | Minimum B2 level | 
Facts About the Scholarship
- The scholarship is part of the IUPALS program, originally designed for Palestinian students, now extended to international students.
 - The University of Parma offers various English-taught Master’s programs.
 - The scholarship covers full tuition fees, accommodation, and partial food coverage.
 - Health insurance is also included in the scholarship.
 - The scholarship provides a generous amount of up to €10,000 per year.
 - Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree qualifying them for a Master’s in Italy.
 - International students who have never enrolled at the University of Parma’s are eligible to apply.
 - Demonstrated English language proficiency (minimum B2 level) is required.
 - A mandatory 5-month Italian language and culture course is part of the program.
 - The application deadline is May 31, 2025
 
Details For 2025 Fully Funded Master Scholarship At University of Parma
The IUPALS (Italian Universities for Palestinian Students) scholarship program, originally designed to support Palestinian students, has now been extended as part of a wider initiative led by the Conference of Italian University Rectors (CRUI), in collaboration with the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Consulate General of Italy in Jerusalem.
The scholarships are designed to welcome highly talented international students for Master’s degrees at the University of Parma. They also include a mandatory Italian language and culture course starting from June to October 2025—giving you a chance to integrate smoothly into Italian academic and daily life.
Eligible Fields For 2025 Fully Funded Master Scholarship At University of Parma
Applicants can select from the following highly reputed 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
 
Each of these programs is delivered in English, meaning language barriers won’t stand in your way academically.
Rewards For 2025 Fully Funded Master Scholarship At University of Parma
Each selected student will receive a generous scholarship worth up to €10,000 per year, which includes:
- Full tuition fee waiver
 - Accommodation and partial food coverage
 - Health insurance (or an equivalent private policy)
 - Visa-related costs
 - Academic materials and support services
 - Integration and welcome program
 
Eligibility For 2025 Fully Funded Master Scholarship At University of Parma
To apply, you must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree qualifying you for a Master’s in Italy
 - Be an international student who has never enrolled at the University of Parma
 - Demonstrate English language proficiency (minimum B2 level)– tested during the interview
 - Be willing to participate in the mandatory 5-month Italian language and culture course starting June 2025
 - Submit only one application(students cannot combine this award with other scholarships).
 
How To Apply For 2025 Fully Funded Master Scholarship At University of Parma
Interested Applicants Should Use The Link Below To Apply. The last date to apply for the IUPALS Scholarship at the University of Parma is 31 May 2025 at 12:00 PM (Rome time). And all applicants must register for the mandatory language and integration course by 23 May 2025.
Source: https://www.birzeit.edu/en/