Location: Italy
Program: Postgraduate Program (Master’s Degree)
Eligibility: International Students
Duration: Period of thesis research abroad
Deadline: April 30, 2026
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The University of Bologna Cesena Campus is offering study grants for thesis research abroad to Master’s degree students enrolled in LM-51 Psychology programmes at the Department of Psychology “Renzo Canestrari” for the 2025/2026 academic year. This funding opportunity is designed to support students who wish to carry out part of their final thesis research at a foreign university or research institution, providing financial assistance to cover the costs associated with an international research period. The scholarship reflects the University of Bologna’s strong commitment to internationalisation and its active support for students who wish to enrich their academic formation through direct engagement with leading international research environments in the field of psychology.
The University of Bologna, Alma Mater Studiorum, founded in 1088, is the oldest university in the Western world and one of Italy’s most prestigious and internationally recognised academic institutions. With campuses spread across Bologna, Cesena, Forlì, Ravenna, and Rimini, the university offers a rich and diverse academic environment encompassing over 260 degree programmes and 48 PhD programmes. The Cesena Campus is home to the Department of Psychology “Renzo Canestrari,” which offers high-quality Master’s programmes in psychology and is deeply embedded in the university’s broader commitment to research excellence, internationalisation, and student mobility. Students wishing to apply must do so exclusively through the Studenti Online platform using their University of Bologna credentials, by navigating to the “Bandi” section and selecting the relevant call before the April 30, 2026 noon deadline.
Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- Financial grant of €1,000 to a maximum of €3,000 net charge
- Amount calculated based on the cost of living in destination country
- Payment before departure if administrative checks finish on time.
- Grant amount and number of scholarships available as specified in the official call for applications
- Oher benefits
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:
- Must be currently enrolled in a Master’s degree programme of the LM-51 Psychology class at the University of Bologna Cesena Campus for the 2025/2026 academic year
- Must meet the specific requirements set out in the official call for applications (bando), including any minimum credit or academic standing requirements
- Must apply exclusively through the Studenti Online platform (studenti.unibo.it) using University of Bologna institutional credentials
- Must submit the application before the deadline of April 30, 2026 at 12:00 noon
- Must intend to carry out a thesis research period abroad as described and permitted under the terms of the call
Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
The selection of candidates will be carried out by an Evaluation Commission appointed by the Department of Psychology “Renzo Canestrari.” The Commission will assess applicants based on the quality of the proposed training or research programme, including the relevance of the research activities and the suitability of the host institution or structure abroad. The candidate’s academic curriculum will also be evaluated, including the progress of the study programme in relation to the development of the thesis for non-graduated applicants, as well as the average grades obtained in examinations or the final degree grade as stated in the application. Priority will be given to projects related to the preparation or further development of the final thesis abroad.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
