Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarship Programme

Jul 01, 2025

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Applications open for the 2024 academic year

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s (EMJM) scholarship programme, funded by the European Union (EU), is now open to applicants from eligible countries, including South Africa. This programme offers prestigious international master’s opportunities jointly designed and delivered by at least three universities from different countries, along with academic and non-academic partners.

Degree Level

Master’s Degree (12 to 24 months)
Delivered across multiple countries in Europe and potentially beyond

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be a citizen of an eligible country (South Africans are eligible)
Hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher (NQF Level 7 or above)
Meet the entry requirements of the selected master’s programme

Each programme outlines its specific criteria on its official website, including admission steps and scholarship details.

Fields of Study

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s programmes are available in a broad range of disciplines, including but not limited to:

Science and Technology
Engineering
Social Sciences
Education
Health
Environment
Law and Governance
Arts and Culture

Visit the Course Catalogue to explore available programmes.

Destinations

Participating countries include:

Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, and others.

Scholarship Coverage

Each Erasmus Mundus scholarship may include:

Full tuition fees
Travel allowance
Monthly living stipend
Visa support

Details vary by programme, and specific benefits are listed within each individual master’s programme description.

How to Apply

Browse the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Portal:
https://www.eacea.ec.europa.eu/scholarships/emjmd-catalogue_en
Select your desired course from the catalogue.
Visit the chosen programme’s official website for full application details.
Apply directly via the hosting institution’s portal. Applications are strictly online.

Note: Deadlines vary depending on the programme and institution. Always check the official site for the most accurate dates.

Additional Resources

Important Notice

This scholarship is not managed by the South African Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). Applicants must:

Conduct their own research into programmes and participating institutions
Ensure the qualification will be recognised in South Africa by SAQA or relevant professional bodies
Understand that no additional funding will be provided by DHET outside of the terms mentioned