Scholarships for the Academy of Arts and Crafts of the Performing Arts of the Teatro alla Scala
The Academy of Performing Arts and Crafts of Teatro alla Scala, in collaboration with the Polytechnic University of Milan, has opened applications for the “Global Master in Performing Arts Management”, a one‑year program (Academy of Performing Arts and Crafts – Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation). Applications are open until September 30 for citizens […]
Read moreL’Italia corre verso il futuro: Scholarships for African Students in Sport Sciences and Sport Management
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in collaboration with the University of Rome “Foro Italico”, has launched the second edition of “L’Italia corre verso il futuro” (“Italy Runs Towards the Future”), a scholarship programme aimed at supporting talented international students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in Italy. Applications are open until […]
Read moreGrants for International Academic and Cultural Exchanges – 2026
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, through its Directorate-General for Cultural and Economic Promotion and Innovation (DGCE), provides reimbursements to support the international mobility of researchers, academics, and cultural professionals. These grants are funded under Chapter 2619/7 and aim to strengthen international cooperation in the fields of research, higher education, and culture. […]
Read moreITALYOU – Italy in Your Future
ITALYOU – Italy in Your Future is a scholarship programme launched in 2023 at the initiative of the Italian Government and developed in collaboration with the University for Foreigners of Perugia. The programme aims to promote the Italian language and culture internationally by supporting the academic and professional development of young students from selected African […]
Read moreDiscover Italian Literature — Join the 2026 Book Club
Love reading and meaningful conversations? The 2026 Book Club is the perfect opportunity to explore contemporary and classic Italian literature while meeting other readers in a friendly and welcoming environment. Beginning on X April and running until October, we will meet once a month on Saturday, at the Italian Club in Pretoria, to discuss a selected book by an […]
Read moreScholarships offered by the Italian Government to foreign students and Italian citizens residing abroad (IRE)
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI) offers scholarships to foreign students residing abroad and Italian citizens residing abroad (IRE) for the 2026–2027 academic year, with the aim of promoting cooperation in the cultural, scientific, and technological fields, supporting the international projection of Italy’s economic system, and fostering the dissemination of knowledge […]
Read moreGrants for translations
Grants and prizes by the Foreign Ministry for translations The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation promotes the dissemination of Italian publishing and cinematographic works abroad by providing incentives to translation and dubbing/subtitling initiatives, as a strategic tool for promoting Italian language and culture abroad. The Foreign Ministry provides two types of financial […]
Read moreItalian Art History Course
From the Byzantine Era to Renaissance and Romanticism Discover the evolution of Italian art and its enduring influence on European culture through a structured and engaging online course led by Professor Luigi Robuschi, expert in Italian history and the history of art. This course offers a virtual journey through some of Italy’s most significant artistic […]
Read moreThe Book Club
Italian Literature Reading Journey – 2026 Edition Discover Italy through its stories. The Italian Cultural Institute invites you to embark on a year-long literary journey through Italy, exploring a carefully curated selection of Italian novels in English translation. Guided by Dr. Raphael d’Abdon, this monthly book club offers an opportunity to engage deeply with Italy’s […]
Read moreCALL FOR APPLICATIONS – ITALIAN LANGUAGE TEACHERS (For the Courses of the Italian Cultural Institute in Pretoria)
The Italian Cultural Institute of Pretoria intends to conduct interviews for the selection of candidates to be included in the roster of qualified teachers for the Italian language courses of the Institute for the year 2025. Interested applicants may submit their application by completing the attached form. The form must be sent together with a […]
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