The Erasmus Mundus EMGS Scholarship, a transformative Global Studies Master’s initiative, invites international students to pursue a two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint master’s degree (EMJMD) offered by five prestigious European universities: Leipzig University (Germany, coordinating institution), University of Vienna (Austria), University of Wrocław (Poland), Roskilde University (Denmark), and Ghent University (Belgium). Partnered with global institutions like Jawaharlal Nehru University (India), Fudan University (China), and University of Otago (New Zealand), this study in Europe program fosters global policy innovators in disciplines like global history, international relations, cultural studies, economics, and sociology. Scholars embark on a transnational academic journey, analyzing globalization through interdisciplinary lenses at top-tier institutions.
The Erasmus Mundus EMGS Scholarship spans four semesters, structured to deepen expertise in global phenomena. The first semester introduces foundational global studies concepts at one European partner university. The second and third semesters offer specialized courses on global challenges, such as climate governance, transregional migration, and economic interdependence, with students studying at a second European university or a non-European partner like Dalhousie University (Canada) or Stellenbosch University (South Africa). The fourth semester focuses on an independent master’s thesis, supported by thesis seminars and a pre-thesis workshop were scholars present research proposals, with 70% of graduates publishing in peer-reviewed journals or securing policy roles.
The program champions global academic networks. Scholars participate in international summer and winter schools, hosted annually by the EMGS Consortium, featuring workshops, lectures, and networking events with faculty and peers from 20+ countries. These events, alongside conferences like Recent Globe in Leipzig or Ghent Centre for Global Studies seminars, foster cross-cultural collaboration, with 60% of alumni forming international professional ties. The mobility program mandates study at two European universities and offers an optional semester at non-European partners, enhancing transregional perspectives on issues like peace and security (via Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia) or global economics (via Macquarie University, Australia).
Studying across Europe, scholars explore cultural hubs like Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace, Leipzig’s St. Thomas Church, or **Wrocław with connectivity to Paris, Berlin, and Amsterdam. Europe’s dynamic, student-friendly environment (QS Best Student Cities 2025) complements academic pursuits, ideal for master’s studies.
Candidates must secure admission and submit an online application, including a statement of purpose and academic records. Join a global cohort to champion academic innovation, embrace European cultural diversity, and redefine career horizons with the Erasmus Mundus EMGS Scholarship!
Erasmus Mundus EMGS Scholarship:
Host Countries:
•Germany
•Poland
•Austria
•Belgium
Host Organizations:
•Erasmus Mundus+ European Union
Scholarship Locations:
•Leipzig
•Wroclaw
•Vienna
•Ghent
Scholarship Duration:
•2 years
Field of Study:
•Global Studies
Benefits of Erasmus Mundus Scholarship:
•The scholarship will cover all tuition fees.
•Students will get a living allowance of €1,400 per month.
•Basic medical coverage will be included.
•Students with special needs like disabilities (physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments) can apply for additional funding.
•Opportunity to explore different European countries.
Eligibility Criteria for Erasmus Mundus EMGS Scholarship:
1. Students must have a first degree.
2. Applicants with more than one nationality have to choose the category they want to apply.
3. Students who have previously received Erasmus Mundus scholarship are not eligible for this scholarship.
4. 60 Erasmus Mundus scholarships will be awarded by European Union to students of the Erasmus Mundus Master in Global Studies. Students from all Erasmus programs and partner countries can apply in this category.
5. 31 scholarships will be awarded to students from Western Balkans, Neighborhood Policy Region South, Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, Pacific and Caribbean, Latin America, and Middle East.
6. Students must have three-year bachelor’s degree in humanities or social sciences, with at least 15% global studies.
7. The courses studied have to be in the field of History, Area Studies, Economics, Cultural Studies, Sociology, Political Science and Human Geography.
8. Applicants must have proficiency in English.
9. Applicants should have knowledge of another foreign language.
10. Applicants must pay a USD 39 registration fee.
Documents required for Erasmus Mundus EMGS Scholarship:
1. Recommendation letter (if available).
2. Certificate of student status/Certificate of Graduation of bachelor’s degree.
3. Academic transcript of bachelor’s program (if required).
4. Proof of Language proficiency (English)/ Medium of Instruction (English).
5. CV (if required).
6. Motivation letter/statement of purpose (if any).
7. Additional Documents for Special Circumstances.
8. Copy of Valid Passport (Photo and Information Page).
9. Passport Size Photocopy (Professional photo with White Background and size less than 2 MB).
10. University Admission Offer Letter (If Already Issued).
11. Proof of residence.
12. Proof of knowledge of another foreign language.
13. Proof of extracurricular activities and work experience certificates like copies of employment certificates.
Scholarship Deadline:
• Registration deadline for 2025 has passed.
• Registration for 2026 is now open with a tentative deadline in March 2026!
Note:
We initiate the application process for current year as well as in advance for the next academic year to maximize your chances of success.
