Overview
The discount supports UN Volunteers to develop their knowledge of peace and conflict by studying towards a postgraduate degree. It enables UNVs to better contribute to the effectiveness of the United Nations and to advance in their career. It is available for various online postgraduate study programmes which do not require travel outside of the mission area.
Awarded by
United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR)
Open University of Catalonia (UOC)
Subjects and level
International Master’s Degree in Conflictology
Postgraduate Certificate in Armed Conflicts and Crisis Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Peacekeeping and Peacebuilding
Who can apply
United Nations Volunteers currently deployed.
What the award covers
USD 3,000. Remaining tuition fees are payable in up to three installments.
Eligibility requirements
To be a United Nations Volunteers deployed in a mission.
How to apply
Applicants must pre-register on the official website in order to be considered for the scholarship. They must tick the relevant box on the form and provide the necessary proof of UNV status. Further information is available on the website.
Official website
Official Website: http://www.unitar.org/ptp/international-masters-degree-conflictology