Italy · Trieste
About this opportunity
The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) runs a one-year Postgraduate Diploma in five fields: High Energy, Cosmology and Astroparticle Physics; Condensed Matter Physics; Earth System Physics; Mathematics; and Quantitative Life Sciences. Two semesters of courses are followed by a research project and dissertation.
Scholarships target students from developing countries, especially the least developed. The 2026–27 call closed on 15 March 2026 (after an extension); the next call is expected early in 2027.
Who can apply
Graduates with a degree equivalent to an MSc in physics, mathematics or a related field, fluent in English. Scholarships prioritise developing and least developed countries.
- Eligible nationalities
- Developing countries
- Open to
- Recent graduates, Master's students
What the funding covers
About 10 scholarships per field covering travel and living expenses during the year in Trieste.
- Tuition Covered
- Stipend or salary Covered
- Travel Covered
- Accommodation Not stated — check the official page
- Health insurance Not stated — check the official page
"Not separately covered" means the provider does not pay for it on top — you pay it yourself, usually from the stipend if there is one.
Documents & tests
The exact document list for this opportunity is not recorded yet. These are the documents usually asked for — confirm the final list on the official page.
- Valid passport
- Transcripts and degree or school-leaving certificates (with certified English translations if needed)
- CV
- Statement of purpose, motivation letter or study plan
- Recommendation letters (usually two)
- English test score (IELTS, TOEFL, etc.) or waiver evidence
- Tests
- Not stated — check the official page
- Application fee
- Not stated — ScholarsChapter itself never charges a fee
How to apply
- Wait for the call (usually published in January–February).
- Apply online through ICTP e-applications and choose your field.
- Arrange academic recommendation letters.
- Selection is based on university results and recommendations.
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Program dates
- Duration
- 12 months
Quick answers
Who can apply for ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme?
Open to: Developing countries. Level: Recent graduates, Master's students. See "Who can apply" for the full rules.
Is ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme fully funded?
Funding type: Fully funded, Stipend, Travel grant. Covers: tuition, stipend or salary, travel.
What is the deadline for ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme?
The next deadline has not been announced yet. This program runs every year — save it to get an alert when we add the new date. Always confirm the date and time zone on the official website.
Does ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme require IELTS or another test?
Our record does not state a test requirement — check the official page and your chosen university.
How do I apply for ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Programme?
Wait for the call (usually published in January–February). Apply only on the official website (www.ictp.it). The full steps are listed under "How to apply".
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in our record. ScholarsChapter never charges a fee, and no agent can sell you a place.
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- dp9.ictp.it
- Last checked
- 19 Oct 2026
- Listing updated
- 19 Oct 2026
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