University of Barcelona Grants for Transition to University Studies 2024-2025

Overview

The University of Barcelona, through its Support Program for Refugees and People from Conflict Areas, offers grants to assist non-EU students who are refugees or in refugee-like situations. This initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations, particularly focusing on inclusive education, reducing inequality, and supporting sustainable cities.

Program Benefits

Eligible students can receive:

• Tuition fee waivers for undergraduate and certain master’s degrees.
• Accommodation in university dormitories.
• Spanish language courses.
• Access to psychological, legal, and medical support.

Key Initiatives

A notable part of the program is the transition course to university studies, aiming to facilitate enrolment in further undergraduate or master’s programs at the University of Barcelona for those who have completed the course.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• Be in a refugee or refugee-like situation as defined by UNHCR.
• Demonstrate vulnerability affecting their human rights.
• Be under 27 years old.
• Not possess EU or Spanish nationality.
• Have no prior knowledge of Spanish or Catalan.
• Show commitment to social and global justice.

Application Process

Required documents include:

• Completed application form.
• Valid passport copy.
• Proof of educational qualifications.
• Motivation letter.
• Documentation of refugee status and socio-economic vulnerability.

Applications should be submitted via email to refugee.support@ub.edu by midnight on 12 June 2024.

Selection Criteria

The selection will focus on academic achievements, coherence of academic trajectory with the chosen UB studies, economic and human rights vulnerability, and commitment to human rights and justice. Priority will be given to female candidates and, particularly, to candidates from the Occupied Palestinian Territories based on current crises.

Commitments of Beneficiaries

Recipients must:

• Complete the transition course with at least 80% attendance.
• Pass language proficiency and human rights knowledge assessments.
• Engage in community and human rights activities.

Continuation and Termination of Grants

Continuation depends on academic success and legal residency status. Grants will terminate if any provided information is found to be false or if the recipient receives other substantial income.

Data Protection

Applicant data will be managed in compliance with EU data protection regulations.

For full details and to apply, please visit: University of Barcelona Grants Information Page.