PhD Scholarship Opportunity at Scuola Universitaria Superiore Sant’Anna, Pisa | For Palestinian Students

About the Institution:
Scuola Universitaria Superiore Sant’Anna, Pisa, is one of Italy’s leading universities for advanced studies and research. The university promotes excellence in innovation, policy, and international cooperation.

About the Opportunity:
Under the Agenzia Italiana per la Cooperazione e lo Sviluppo (AICS) initiative titled “Multidisciplinary action aimed at supporting gender equality education in Palestine”, Sant’Anna has announced additional PhD positions with scholarships reserved for Palestinian students residing in the Palestinian Territories.

The scholarships aim to support high-achieving candidates committed to research and academic excellence, particularly in fields that advance gender equality and social development in Palestine.

Eligibility:

Open exclusively to Palestinian students residing in the Palestinian Territories.
Applicants must hold or be completing a second-level university degree (Master’s or equivalent) that qualifies them for PhD admission.
Strong academic record and a demonstrated interest in gender equality, research, and policy.

Required Documents:

Valid identity document (passport preferred for non-EU applicants)
Certificate of academic qualification (with transcript and grading scale)
Curriculum Vitae et Studiorum (in Italian or English)
Motivational letter (in Italian or English)
Research project in English (up to 3,000 words)
Copy or abstract of Master’s thesis (or draft if not yet completed)
Copies of any additional qualifications or publications

How to Apply:

Apply online at: https://sssup.esse3.cineca.it/Home.do
In case of internet or access issues, applicants may email all required documents (PDF format) to protocollo@santannapisa.it with the subject line:
“Call for Additional Scholarships for Admission to PhD Courses, XLI Cycle, A.Y. 2025/2026”

Include in the email: