Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarships 2027–2028

Eligibility:

1. Applicants must meet the academic admission requirements of the specific Erasmus Mundus Joint Master they wish to study.

2. Applicants normally need to hold a bachelor's degree or an officially recognised equivalent qualification before the master's programme begins.

3. Students who are in the final year of a bachelor's degree may be eligible to apply where the individual programme permits applications from final-year students.

4. Applicants must have an academic background that is relevant to the selected master's programme.

5. Applicants must satisfy the language requirements established by the individual programme.

6. Applicants must provide the academic certificates, transcripts and other supporting documents requested by the programme.

7. Applicants must satisfy any additional requirements relating to professional experience, research experience, prerequisite courses or specific academic subjects where applicable.

8. Applicants from countries around the world can apply to eligible programmes, subject to the admission conditions of the specific consortium.

9. Some programmes may have additional requirements for applicants from particular academic backgrounds or countries.

10. Applicants should carefully check the eligibility requirements of each programme before preparing an application because Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters do not all have identical admission criteria.

Benefits:

1. Selected scholarship holders may receive an Erasmus Mundus scholarship providing substantial financial support for the duration of the programme.

2. Scholarship support may contribute towards participation costs associated with the master's programme.

3. Scholarship holders may receive financial support towards travel and installation costs, subject to the applicable Erasmus Mundus scholarship rules.

4. Scholarship support can include a living allowance intended to help cover expenses during the study period.

5. Where applicable, scholarship support can contribute towards visa and related travel expenses.

6. Students have the opportunity to study at multiple participating universities rather than completing the entire degree at one institution.

7. Students gain international academic experience and exposure to different higher education systems.

8. Students can interact with lecturers, researchers and fellow students from different countries.

9. Some programmes provide opportunities for internships, fieldwork, laboratory research or professional placements.

10. Students can develop international academic and professional networks that may remain useful after graduation.

11. Graduates receive a master's qualification associated with the participating institutions according to the structure of the selected programme.

12. Students can gain experience living and studying in different European countries and, depending on the programme, other countries involved in the consortium.

Duration:

1. Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters normally last between one and two academic years.

2. Programmes may carry 60, 90 or 120 ECTS credits depending on the structure and duration of the degree.

3. The exact duration is determined by the individual master's programme.

4. Students must follow the mobility pathway established by the consortium.

5. Some programmes may require students to change location between semesters or academic years.

6. The final part of the programme may include a master's thesis, research project, internship or other form of academic assessment.

7. Applicants should check the programme description carefully to understand where each part of the degree will be completed.

Scholarship Coverage:

1. Erasmus Mundus scholarships are awarded to selected students through the individual Joint Master programme.

2. Scholarship arrangements are designed to provide financial support during the period covered by the programme.

3. Depending on the applicable scholarship rules, support may include contributions towards participation costs, travel, visa and living expenses.

4. The exact amount and structure of financial support should be confirmed from the official page of the specific Erasmus Mundus Joint Master.

5. Not every student admitted to an Erasmus Mundus programme necessarily receives a scholarship.

6. Applicants should therefore distinguish between admission to an Erasmus Mundus programme and selection for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.

Study Experience:

1. Students may study at two or more universities during the same master's programme.

2. The mobility pathway can expose students to different academic systems and research environments.

3. Students may have opportunities to work with international research teams.

4. Depending on the programme, students may undertake fieldwork, laboratory work, internships or professional placements.

5. The international structure can provide opportunities to develop academic, intercultural and professional skills.

6. Students should be prepared to relocate between participating institutions according to the programme's mobility requirements.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

1. Erasmus Mundus provides access to internationally organised master's programmes involving universities from different countries.

2. Students can gain academic experience beyond a single university or national education system.

3. Selected scholarship holders can receive significant financial support.

4. The programmes cover a wide variety of academic and professional disciplines.

5. The international structure can provide opportunities to build relationships with students, academics and professionals from different countries.

6. Some programmes combine academic study with research, internships, fieldwork or professional experience.

7. The programmes can be particularly useful for applicants interested in international careers, research, development, science, technology or cross-border professional work.

8. Students can develop experience working in multicultural and international academic environments.

9. The Erasmus Mundus network can provide opportunities to maintain international academic and professional relationships after graduation.

What Applicants Should Prepare:

1. A valid bachelor's degree or recognised equivalent qualification.

2. Complete academic transcripts showing previous university studies.

3. A detailed curriculum vitae.

4. A motivation letter or statement explaining the applicant's interest in the selected programme.

5. Proof of language proficiency where required.

6. Academic or professional recommendation letters where required.

7. Passport or other identification documents where requested.

8. Evidence of relevant academic, professional or research experience where applicable.

9. A research proposal where the selected programme requires one.

10. Evidence of prerequisite courses or academic subjects where specified.

11. Any programme-specific forms or declarations.

12. Applicants should also prepare certified translations where documents are not provided in an accepted language.

Application Information:

1. Applicants must first identify an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master that matches their academic background and career interests.

2. The official Erasmus Mundus catalogue can be used to identify available Joint Master programmes.

3. Applicants apply directly to the consortium or institution responsible for the selected programme.

4. There is no single universal application deadline for all Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters.

5. Each programme establishes its own application period and deadline.

6. Many programmes open applications during the latter part of the year and close scholarship applications between October and January.

7. Some programmes may have deadlines earlier or later than this general period.

8. Applicants should therefore rely on the deadline published by the specific master's programme rather than assuming that every Erasmus Mundus programme has the same deadline.

9. Applicants must carefully review both the admission requirements and scholarship requirements before applying.

10. Some programmes may use a single application for admission and scholarship consideration, while others may provide programme-specific instructions.

11. Applicants should submit their documents before the stated deadline because late applications may not be considered.

12. Applicants should check whether documents such as language certificates, recommendation letters and degree certificates must be submitted at the initial application stage.

13. Scholarship selection is competitive, and applicants should ensure that their application clearly demonstrates their academic preparation and suitability for the selected programme.

14. Successful applicants receive further instructions from the consortium concerning admission, enrolment, mobility and scholarship arrangements.

Important Points for Applicants:

1. Erasmus Mundus is not one single master's degree. It is a collection of different Joint Master programmes.

2. Each programme has its own academic field, participating universities and admission requirements.

3. Not every Erasmus Mundus programme offers exactly the same scholarship benefits.

4. Not every applicant admitted to an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master receives an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.

5. Applicants should confirm that the programme is currently offering an Erasmus Mundus scholarship for the relevant intake.

6. Applicants should check the official programme website for the latest deadline and application instructions.

7. Applicants should also check where they will be expected to study during each semester or stage of the programme.

8. Applicants should consider travel, accommodation and relocation requirements when planning for a programme involving multiple countries.

9. Applicants should carefully read the scholarship conditions before accepting an award.

10. Applicants should not submit the same generic application to multiple programmes without adapting it to the academic focus and requirements of each programme.

DEADLINE: Programme-specific — many Erasmus Mundus scholarship applications are submitted between October and January, but applicants must check the exact deadline of the selected programme.

APPLICATION: Applications are made directly to the consortium or institution responsible for the selected Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programme.