Scholarship Overview
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Overview
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) in GLOBE is a competitive, fully funded graduate programme for students passionate about biodiversity conservation and environmental management. The 3rd edition (2027–2029) will recruit up to 25 students worldwide for a 24-month mobility programme across multiple European universities.
GLOBE is designed for candidates from diverse academic backgrounds—including biology, agriculture, environmental sciences, forestry, geography, and natural resources—who demonstrate academic excellence and commitment to addressing ecological, social, economic, and political dimensions of environmental change.
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What the Scholarship Covers
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships are awarded competitively to admitted students and include:
- Full participation costs (tuition, insurance, academic activities, registration at partner universities, library and laboratory access)
- Monthly stipend of €1,400 for 24 months to cover living expenses, accommodation, and travel
Participation costs without scholarship are €4,500 per year for Programme/associated countries or €9,000 per year for third countries. These fees cover academic activities but exclude living expenses, travel, and visa costs.
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Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must meet all of the following:
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum 180 ECTS) in biology, agriculture, environmental sciences, forestry, earth/environmental geography, natural resources, or equivalent
- English proficiency at B2 CEFR level (minimum IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, or Cambridge B2/160)
- Exemption from English certificate if you are a national of—or completed your BSc in—a UKVI-defined majority English-speaking country
- No previous EMJM scholarship (previous recipients are ineligible)
- Valid passport covering the full two-year programme duration
All nationalities are eligible. The selection process balances academic merit with geographical distribution requirements.
Application Process
Applications proceed in two stages:
Stage 1: Online Form (September 28, 2026 – January 4, 2027)
Submit the online application form with:
- Personal data (name, nationality, passport number, email—use a personal email, not university)
- Academic data (BSc degree details, GPA, grading scale)
- English proficiency declaration (certificate name and scores, or exemption claim)
- 1–2 minute motivation video introducing yourself and explaining your fit for GLOBE
- Contact information for two referees
No supporting documents are required at this stage.
Stage 2: Documentation (January–February 2027)
Shortlisted applicants submit:
- Valid passport
- Authenticated/certified degree certificates (with sworn English translation if needed)
- Complete transcripts of records in English
- Official English proficiency documentation
- Europass-format CV
- Declaration of veracity (template provided)
- Postgraduate Eligibility Certificate (for degrees outside the European Higher Education Area) or EHEA declaration
Referees are contacted for reference letters during this stage.
Selection Criteria
Applications are scored out of 100 points:
- Stage 1 (77%): Fit to programme (10%), academic excellence (35%), CV (32%). Minimum 50/77 required to advance.
- Stage 2 (23%): Motivation video (15%), reference letters (8%)
Inconsistencies between declared and documented data result in automatic rejection. Final rankings determine scholarship offers and reserve list placement.
Key Dates
- Application opens: September 28, 2026
- Stage 1 deadline: January 4, 2027
- Stage 2 invitations: January–February 2027
- Programme duration: 2027–2029 (24 months)
Advice for African Applicants
For applicants from Zimbabwe and SADC countries:
- Your BSc degree will likely require a Postgraduate Eligibility Certificate confirming access to master’s programmes in your home country—request this early from your university
- Prepare English certification well in advance; IELTS and TOEFL slots fill quickly
- Ensure your passport is valid through 2029 before applying
- Contact your national Erasmus+ Office or National Agency for additional funding guidance if not awarded an EMJM scholarship
- Explore Erasmus+ Key Action mobility funds (KA131/KA171) as alternative support
Important Notes
- All applications must be in English
- No application fee
- Multiple applications are automatically replaced by the most recent submission
- Applicants have seven days after notification to confirm enrollment or submit appeals
- Personal data is shared with the European Education and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) per their privacy statement
Official scholarship page: https://globe-master.eu/apply/
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