The 61st edition of the Graduate Study Programme is set to unfold at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, commencing from Monday, 3 July, and concluding on Friday, 14 July 2023.
This immersive program will feature lectures delivered by representatives from the United Nations, as well as other international organizations and non-governmental organizations. Participants will partake in insightful visits to various institutions and collaborate on group projects.
The overarching theme of the 61st Graduate Study Programme is “All Rights for All People”: Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 75. The first week of the program will offer a comprehensive overview of key themes addressed by “International Geneva,” including sustainable development, humanitarian action, disarmament, peace and security, trade, climate, health, gender equality, education, refugees, and migrants. The second week will shift the focus to human rights, aligning with the year-long initiative to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR).
Funding and grants are available for this Fully Funded Graduate Study Programme at UN Geneva. To apply, interested candidates need to complete the application form on the official website. The application should be accompanied by essential documents, including a copy of the applicant’s passport, a letter of recommendation in English or French from a university or governmental authority, proof of current enrollment in a master’s, postgraduate, or doctoral program, copies of previous university diplomas, a curriculum vitae, and a concise motivation letter (300 words maximum).
Application Procedure:
To apply for the program, please complete the application form available on our website. Ensure that the form is accompanied by the following documents:
- A copy of the applicant’s passport.
- A letter of recommendation (in English or in French) from a university or a governmental authority.
- Proof of current enrollment (at the time of application) in a master’s degree, a postgraduate degree, or a doctorate program.
- Copies of previous university diplomas obtained.
- A curriculum vitae.
- A concise motivation letter (300 words maximum).
