Erasmus Mundus Scholarship: study master's degree in many European countries

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The Erasmus Mundus scholarship is one of the most prestigious master's scholarships in Europe, funded by the European Union through the Erasmus+ program. A special feature is that you study a joint master's program (Erasmus Mundus Joint Master - EMJM) in at least two European countries, receiving a double or joint degree. This article helps you understand the mechanism, benefits and how to prepare documents.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Mechanism

Each EMJM program is jointly developed by a consortium of European universities, sometimes with additional non-European partners. According to the European Educational and Cultural Executive Agency (EACEA), the program lasts 12, 18 or 24 months (60, 90 or 120 ECTS). Students study in at least two different countries, for example first year in Belgium, second year in Spain, with an internship or thesis in a third country.

Important: there is no one-size-fits-all application for every program. You apply directly to each alliance on the program website, and the scholarship is considered with your admission application. Not all EMJM programs have scholarships available every year, so you should read the information for each program carefully.

Erasmus Mundus scholarship benefits

According to information published by EMJM programs (Erasmus+ period 2021–2027), scholarships usually include:

Some general conditions: only full-time students are admitted; People who have received EMJM scholarships cannot receive them again; Not eligible for other EU-funded scholarships for the same program. 1,400 euros/month is enough to cover living expenses in most European cities if spent reasonably.

How to find and choose a program

1. Look up the EMJM catalog on the EACEA site: filter by industry, country, language of instruction.
2. Read the program page carefully: entry conditions, country roadmap, expected number of scholarships, submission deadline.
3. Choose 2–4 programs that best fit your academic background; Many programs allow parallel submission.
4. Note the deadline: most programs accept applications from around October to January for the next school year.

Fields with many EMJMs include engineering, environment, energy, data science, public health, international relations, European studies, tourism, education. Read more Strategies for choosing majors and schools when hunting for master's scholarships and scholarships for STEM majors.

Profile and selection criteria

• Bachelor's degree in related field (or about to graduate according to program regulations) and transcript.
• English certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, sometimes Duolingo), some programs require additional languages.
• Motivation letter explains why you chose the program and its compatibility with the roadmap of many countries.
• Letter of recommendation from faculty or management.
• CV according to Europass format (many programs require it).

The board scores based on academic performance, professional suitability, motivation, research or work experience, and foreign language proficiency. Reference How to write a scholarship essay, Academic CV for scholarships and letter of introduction.

Prepare for a watery life

Studying in multiple countries means you may have to apply for visas and residence permits in each country, move between years and travel multiple times. The program coordinator usually assists with the procedure, but you should:

• Keep scanned copies of all important documents and update insurance when moving countries.
• Estimate the initial amount for house deposit and residence fee before receiving the first month's allowance.
• Plan to pack light, because you will move house at least once.

With multi-stop journeys, one-way or round-trip tickets are a question worth considering; see One-way or round-trip tickets when studying abroad. VeDuHoc has more than 30 Bookers to hunt for multi-carrier tickets for the Vietnam - Europe route, check transit visas, optimize checked baggage of 40–46kg, 24/7 support, and if you find a better price after you have paid, HVSC will refund the difference. Reference air tickets to study abroad.

Frequently asked questions

Is work experience required to apply for Erasmus Mundus?

Not required for most programs, but relevant research, internship or work experience is a plus.

Can I apply for multiple Erasmus Mundus programs at the same time?

Usually yes, because each alliance is considered independent. However, you can only receive one EMJM scholarship in your lifetime.

Are Erasmus Mundus scholarships competitive?

Very competitive, each program only has a limited number of spots. Many programs accept self-funded students in addition to scholarships.

After graduation, is it mandatory to return home?

EMJM scholarships do not require you to return home, but you need to comply with the residence regulations of your host country if you want to stay and work.

The Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is a rare experience of studying and living in many European countries. Start researching the program last summer, prepare your English and documents carefully. When parking, contact VeDuHoc via hotline/Zalo 090.1800.918 to plan flights.

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