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UESE Cyber Scholarships

Participation rules, selection criteria, required documents and conditions applicable to the 5 full training scholarships promoted by UESE ITALIA S.p.A.

1. Purpose

UESE ITALIA S.p.A. establishes 5 full training scholarships for participation in the Cybersecurity Intensive Program, a 6-month programme designed to develop operational skills in cybersecurity, governance, compliance and digital resilience.

The scholarship covers the participation fee and learning materials related to the programme. No cash payment is made to the beneficiary unless otherwise stated in writing.

2. Eligible applicants

Young high-school graduates or university graduates who are of age at the application date and interested in starting or strengthening a career path in cybersecurity may apply. UESE may require minimum attendance, motivation, availability and basic knowledge requirements.

3. Selection

CriterionIndicative weight
Merit and educational background40%
Aptitude or basic technical test25%
Motivation and interview20%
Inclusion, economic situation or social impact, where assessable15%

The ranking is prepared by an internal or mixed committee according to transparency, proportionality and traceability criteria.

4. Documents

  • Updated CV.
  • Valid identity document.
  • Diploma, degree or self-certification.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Optional certifications, experience or technical projects.

5. Beneficiary obligations

The beneficiary must attend consistently, comply with training rules, use materials and platforms properly, keep confidential any information received and cooperate with learning assessments.

6. Revocation

The scholarship may be revoked in case of false statements, unjustified absences, breach of programme rules, misuse of materials or conduct incompatible with the initiative.

7. No employment relationship

The award of the scholarship does not constitute a promise of employment, internship, collaboration or employment relationship with UESE or related entities.

8. Privacy

Personal data are processed in accordance with the dedicated cybersecurity scholarship application privacy notice available on the application privacy notice page.

Application opening and closing dates will be stated in the official initiative communication and may be updated by UESE for organisational reasons.