Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters' Scholarship
Erasmus Mundus is a European Union program offering prestigious scholarships for international students pursuing a Master’s degree in Europe. These scholarships cover tuition, living expenses, and travel costs. Students attend universities in at least two European countries, earning a joint or multiple degrees. Programs are interdisciplinary and focus on various fields. To be eligible, you’ll need a Bachelor’s degree and meet program-specific requirements. You apply directly to the EMJM program you’re interested in, not to a central authority.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Financial Support: EMJM scholarships offer full funding, typically covering:
- Tuition fees for the entire Master’s program (usually 1-2 years)
- A monthly stipend for living expenses
- Contribution towards travel and installation costs
Eligibility:
- Open to All Nationalities: Students from anywhere in the world, including Bangladesh, can apply.
- Academic Qualification: You must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (minimum 180 ECTS credits) from a recognized university.
- Program Specific Requirements: Each EMJM program may have additional requirements related to work experience, language skills, or specific academic backgrounds.
Program Structure:
- International Focus: EMJM programs involve studying at universities in at least two (and sometimes more) European countries.
- Joint or Multiple Degrees: Upon successful completion, you’ll receive either a joint degree (awarded by all participating universities) or multiple degrees (one from each university).
- Multidisciplinary Approach: EMJM programs often combine disciplines, offering a well-rounded and interdisciplinary learning experience.
Application Process:
- Individual Program Applications: You apply directly to the specific EMJM program you’re interested in, not to a central scholarship authority. Each program has its own application deadlines and procedures.
- Scholarship Selection: During the application process, you indicate your interest in the Erasmus Mundus scholarship. The scholarship selection process is competitive, based on academic merit and alignment with the program’s goals.
Finding the Right Program:
- EMJM Catalogue: The Erasmus+ website provides a searchable catalogue listing all EMJM programs with scholarship opportunities . You can filter by field of study, location, and other criteria.
- Program Websites: Each EMJM program has its dedicated website with detailed information about the curriculum, faculty, application process, and scholarship opportunities.
Additional Considerations:
- Language Requirements: Most EMJM programs require strong English language skills (or another relevant language depending on the program).
- Visa Requirements: You may need to obtain a student visa for each country you’ll be studying in.
The Erasmus Mundus scholarship offers a unique opportunity to pursue a top-tier Master’s degree in Europe with international exposure and financial support. By carefully researching programs and ensuring you meet the eligibility criteria, you can increase your chances of securing this prestigious scholarship.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters are master-level, integrated study programs. They are developed and delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions. An EMJM consists of at least three HEIs from three different countries, at least two of which must be EU Member States and third-party countries associated with the programme (formerly known as Programme Countries). Furthermore, an EMJM study programme may include other educational and/or non-educational partners with specific expertise and interest in the field of study. The EU funds both the operation of these programmes and the provision of competitive scholarships to the best students in the world. 6 academic years, including at least four editions of the master’s program.
You can read the Erasmus Mundus Overview from BD Portal too, click here.
Visit Erasmus+
Erasmus mobile app: https://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/european-student-card-initiative/erasmus-app/how-to-get
Erasmus+ website: http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/node_en
Erasmus+ projects & results: http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/projects/
Erasmus+ funding opportunities: http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-plus/funding_en
Erasmus Mundus programme catalogue : https://www.eacea.ec.europa.eu/scholarships/erasmus-mundus-catalogue_en
Under which courses/disciplines is Erasmus+ Joint Masters?
Check out Erasmus Mundus Catalogue to know under which courses Erasmus+ offers this Masters’ opportunity.
Do people from Bangladesh get this opportunity?
Erasmus+ is a big grant program that gives schools a chance to work together on innovative education projects. These projects can cover anything from teaching people to be good citizens to making education greener and more digital. Bangladesh is a rockstar in this program – they’ve been one of the top 3 applicants for years! This shows how much Bangladeshi students, teachers, and universities love international education and working with other countries. Bangladeshi students can use Erasmus+ to study all sorts of subjects, from science to art to human rights. The program lets them study and do research in many European countries, like France, Germany, and Spain.
How many Bangladeshis did avail this scholarship last year?
151 Bangladeshi students get Erasmus+ scholarships for 2022-23. The European Union (EU) in Bangladesh, together with EU member states, hosted a reception on Thursday for 151 Bangladeshi students who will benefit from an Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarship under the Erasmus+ programme
What does HEIs stand for?
HEIs mean Higher Education Institutions.
