United Nations Graduate Study Programme Worldwide for Course

Eligibility Criteria

• Fluency in spoken and written English is necessary. As some discussions may be held in French (without interpretation), knowledge of French is also needed.
• Applicants must be between 22 and 32 years of age at the time of application.
• Applicants must be enrolled in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate programme at the time of application. Proof of enrolment will be required.
• Those who are already employed full time are not eligible to apply.
• Those who have participated in previous Graduate Study Programmes are not eligible to apply.

Offered Benefits

• Participation in the programme is free. The United Nations does not make any financial contribution towards the travel costs and residential expenses of participants. Governments or universities may offer grants to selected candidates. Candidates should seek advice from their universities on this point.

Application Process

Required Documents:

• Copy of the applicant’s passport
• A letter of recommendation (in English or French) from a university or a governmental authority
• A proof of current enrolment (at the time of application) in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate programme
• Copies of previous university diplomas obtained.