The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Scholarship is one of the major international study opportunities funded through the European Union's Erasmus+ programme.
It gives students from different countries the opportunity to pursue a joint Master's degree delivered by an international consortium of universities.
Unlike traditional scholarships that involve studying at only one institution, Erasmus Mundus programmes allow students to study in multiple countries, experience different education systems and develop international academic networks.
The programmes are jointly designed and delivered by groups of higher education institutions, usually involving at least three institutions from three different countries.
Each participating Master's programme has its own academic requirements, participating universities, application process and scholarship deadline.
New Erasmus Mundus Master's programmes are added to the programme catalogue each year, making this a valuable recurring opportunity for international students.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Erasmus Mundus scholarships are competitive and awarded to highly ranked applicants.
A full scholarship can provide:
Coverage of the programme participation costs.
A contribution towards international travel.
Visa-related support.
A monthly living allowance.
Financial support throughout the funded Master's programme.
The scholarship is intended to support full-time students for the duration of their selected programme, which can last between one and two academic years.
The exact programme structure and financial arrangements are specified by each Master's consortium.
Who Can Apply?
The scholarship is open to students from around the world.
Applicants must generally:
Hold a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification.
Alternatively, be in the final year of their Bachelor's degree and graduate before the Master's programme begins.
Meet the academic requirements of their selected Master's programme.
Meet the language requirements specified by the consortium.
Submit all required academic and supporting documents.
Meet the individual programme's application deadline.
Applicants from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas and other regions can apply.
There is no single subject restriction across all Erasmus Mundus programmes. Available study areas include:
Engineering and technology.
Computer science and artificial intelligence.
Environmental science and climate change.
Public health and medicine-related fields.
Education and social sciences.
Agriculture and food security.
International development.
Economics and business.
Renewable energy and sustainable development.
Some programmes require specific undergraduate subjects, professional experience, language proficiency or other qualifications. Applicants should carefully read the admission conditions of their chosen programme.
How to Apply
Unlike some scholarship programmes, Erasmus Mundus does not have one central application form for every Master's programme.
Students apply directly to the university consortium responsible for their chosen programme.
Follow these steps:
Visit the official Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's page.
Open the official programme catalogue.
Search for Master's programmes related to your academic background and career goals.
Visit the individual programme website.
Review its admission and scholarship requirements.
Prepare your academic transcripts, Bachelor's certificate or proof of expected graduation.
Prepare your CV, motivation letter and language documents where required.
Obtain recommendation letters if requested.
Submit your application directly to the selected consortium.
Apply before the programme's scholarship deadline.
Applicants are encouraged to apply to programmes early because many scholarship deadlines fall between October and January.
Important Information
Scholarship provider: European Union through Erasmus+.
Study level: Master's degree.
Study duration: One to two academic years.
Study destination: Multiple European countries and participating partner countries.
Target applicants: International students worldwide.
Application frequency: New programme opportunities are listed annually.
Typical application period: October to January.
Scholarship availability: Depends on the individual Master's programme.
Application method: Direct application to the selected university consortium.
A new batch of selected Erasmus Mundus Master's programmes is added to the catalogue each year.
There is no single deadline for all Erasmus Mundus scholarships. Each consortium sets its own application dates and eligibility requirements.
For example, the EPOG-JM programme for the 2027–2029 cohort lists 27 January 2027 as its application deadline. Other programmes have different dates.
Students should also remember that admission to an Erasmus Mundus Master's programme does not automatically guarantee a scholarship. Applicants must meet the scholarship selection criteria.
Official Application and Information Links
Source Attribution: Based on official European Commission Erasmus+ information, scholarship eligibility, programme duration and application guidance.