Last Updated on February 11, 2023
United Nations Graduate Study Programme 2023 is now open for applications. It is a fully funded scholarship for all students sponsored by the United Nations.
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About The United Nations Graduate Study Programme
The United Nations is an intergovernmental organization whose stated purposes are to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation, and be a center for harmonizing the actions of nations.
The jubilee 61st Graduate Study Program will consist of lectures given by representatives of the United Nations, other international organizations and NGOs, visits to institutions, and working on group projects.
The first week of the Program will provide an overview of some of the main themes addressed by “International Geneva”, such as sustainable development, humanitarian action, disarmament, peace and security, trade, climate, health, gender equality, education, refugees and migrants.
In the second week, the focus will switch to human rights, part of the year-long initiative to mark the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
Benefits of the United Nations Graduate Study Programme
1. Participation in the Graduate Study Program is free of charge.
2. At the same time, please bear in mind that the United Nations does not make any financial contribution towards visa, travel, board and lodging costs of participants. Governments, universities, private foundations, companies, or charities may offer grants to selected candidates.
Requirements for United Nations Graduate Study Programme
1. Fluency in spoken and written English is necessary. As some discussions may be held in French, knowledge of French is also recommended.
2. Applicants must be between 22 and 32 years of age at the time of application.
3. Applicants must be enrolled in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate program at the time of application. Proof of enrolment will be required.
4. Those who are already employed full-time are not eligible to apply.
5. Those who have participated in previous editions of the Graduate Study Program are not eligible to apply.
Documents Required for United Nations Graduate Study Programme
The application form shall be completed on our website, accompanied by the following documents:
1. A copy of the applicant’s passport;
2. A letter of recommendation (in English or in French) from a university or a governmental authority;
3. A proof of current enrolment (at the time of application) in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate program;
4. Copies of previous university diplomas obtained
5. A curriculum vitae;
6. A short motivation letter (300 words maximum).
Application Deadline: March 3, 2023.