Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship 2027

The Erasmus+ programme funds the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters to foster academic excellence, cross-border collaboration, and international mobility. Each programme is run by an independent consortium of universities, often with associated partners from industry, NGOs, and research institutes.

Key features of the programme:

• Fully funded EU scholarship — Full tuition, living allowance, travel, and insurance

• Multi-country experience — Study at 2–4 universities across Europe (and sometimes beyond)

• Joint or multiple degree — Graduate with either one joint diploma or separate degrees from each consortium university

• All nationalities welcome — No citizenship restrictions

• No age limit — Open to applicants of any age

• All disciplines — Engineering, health, law, arts, data science, environmental science, journalism, and more

• Professional experience — Includes research, traineeships, thesis preparation, and defence

Related: Learn more about studying in Europe.

Successful Erasmus Mundus scholarship recipients receive:

• Full tuition coverage — 100% of participation costs paid directly to the consortium

• Monthly living allowance — €1,400 per month for the full duration of the programme (up to 24 months)

• Travel allowance — Contribution to travel costs based on distance from your home country (typically €1,000–€3,000)

• Installation costs — One-time allowance to help you settle in your first host country

• Health and accident insurance — Full coverage for the duration of the programme

• Joint or multiple degree — Internationally recognised diploma(s) from accredited European universities

• Erasmus Mundus Association (EMA) — Lifetime membership in a global alumni network

• EU networking events — Invitations to Erasmus+ and European Commission events

• Schengen mobility — Travel freely across Europe during your studies

Documents vary by programme, but typically include:

• Completed online application — Submitted through the specific programme's application portal

• Academic transcripts — Certified transcripts from your Bachelor's degree (and Master's if applicable)

• Degree certificate — Or a statement of expected graduation for final-year students

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) — Academic format, highlighting research, publications, and relevant experience

• Motivation letter / Statement of Purpose — Tailored to each specific programme (typically 1–2 pages)

• Two academic reference letters — From professors who have taught you or supervised your research

• English proficiency test results — IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent (if required by the programme)

• Passport copy — For identity verification

• Research proposal or writing sample — Some programmes require this

• Portfolio — For creative/artistic programmes

• Any additional documents — As specified by the individual programme

Tip: Each programme has its own portal, word limits, and document requirements. Never send the same motivation letter to multiple programmes — tailor every application.

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Education: Must hold a Bachelor's degree (first degree), or be in your final year of Bachelor's studies and graduate before the master's programme starts

• Equivalent qualifications: You may also apply if you demonstrate a bachelor's equivalent level of learning officially recognised in the degree-awarding country

• Nationality: Open to all nationalities — no restrictions

• Age: No age limit

• Study gap: Accepted — there is no restriction on when you completed your degree

• Academic merit: Scholarships are awarded to the best-ranked students worldwide based on academic excellence, motivation, and fit

• Language: English proficiency is typically required (IELTS/TOEFL), though some programmes exempt applicants from English-speaking countries or with English-medium prior degrees

• Application limit: You can apply to a maximum of 3 Erasmus Mundus programmes per year

Follow these steps to apply for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship 2027:

Step 1: Visit the official Erasmus Mundus catalogue and search for programmes matching your academic background and interests.

Step 2: Shortlist 3 programmes maximum (Erasmus+ rules cap applications at 3 per year). Exceeding this limit can disqualify all your applications.

Step 3: Visit each programme's official website to confirm:

• Scholarship availability for the 2027 intake

• Specific entry requirements and deadlines

• Required documents and formats

• Consortium universities and mobility tracks

Step 4: Prepare tailored application documents for each programme. Customise your motivation letter, CV, and references to reflect the specific consortium, curriculum, and research focus.

Step 5: Contact your referees at least 2–3 weeks before the deadline. Provide them with context about each programme and your draft motivation letter to help them write strong, specific recommendations.

Step 6: Submit your application through each programme's individual online portal. There is no central Erasmus Mundus application system — you apply directly to the consortium running your chosen programme.

Step 7: Monitor your email (including spam folders) for interview invitations, document requests, or admission decisions.

Step 8: If offered a scholarship, accept within the specified timeframe and begin preparing for visa applications, housing, and travel arrangements.

Step 9: If admitted but not funded, check whether the programme allows self-funded enrollment. Some programmes offer this option, though you would need to cover tuition and living costs yourself.

Important: Application procedures and deadlines are managed by each programme consortium independently. Always verify the exact deadline on the specific programme website.