Are you eager to pursue a Master’s degree in Global Studies at some of the top universities in Europe and beyond? The Erasmus Mundus Master in Global Studies (EMGS) program is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 academic year.

This prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) is offered by a consortium of five leading European universities in partnership with various institutions worldwide. The program equips students with the academic foundation and practical skills needed for careers in international organizations, academic research, and roles focused on intercultural mediation, development, management, and policymaking.

With funding support from the European Commission, the program provides Erasmus Mundus scholarships for both European and non-European students. The curriculum highlights transregional interconnectedness and allows participants to study at partner universities across the globe, including institutions in Canada, Australia, the USA, South Africa, China, India, New Zealand, Ethiopia, and Cameroon.

Consortium Universities The EMGS program is jointly offered by the following European universities:

• Leipzig University (Germany)
• University of Vienna (Austria)
• University of Wrocław (Poland)
• Roskilde University (Denmark)
• Ghent University (Belgium)

Please note that the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), a founding member of the consortium, is no longer part of the program as of 2023.

Key Dates and Deadlines

• Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Deadline: March 15, 2025 (23:59 CET)
• Self-Funded Application Deadline: May 31, 2025 (23:59 CET)
• Funding Options: Fully funded and self-funded
• Eligible Countries: All countries
• Eligible Genders: All
• Target Group: Students with a background in humanities or social sciences
• Fields of Study: Global Studies
• Study Level: Master’s Degree
• Required Degree: Bachelor’s degree
• Number of Scholarships: 91
• Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)
• Language of Instruction: English

Partner Universities In addition to the consortium universities, students have the option to study at partner institutions worldwide, such as:

• Dalhousie University (Canada)
• Macquarie University (Australia)
• University of California Santa Barbara (USA)
• Stellenbosch University (South Africa)
• Fudan University (China)
• Jawaharlal Nehru University (India)
• University of Otago (New Zealand)
• University of Yaoundé I (Cameroon)
• Addis Ababa University (Ethiopia)

Scholarship and Financial Aid

1. Erasmus Mundus Scholarships (60 total):
   • Full coverage of tuition fees
   • €1,400 monthly stipend for living expenses
   • Basic medical insurance
2. Regional Scholarships (31 total):
   • Priority for students from Least Developed Countries, including regions such as Western Balkans, Sub-Saharan Africa, Central Asia, Pacific and Caribbean, Latin America, and the Middle East
3. Erasmus+ Grants for Self-Funded Students:
   • €500-600 per month (for up to one year)
   • Can be applied during the second year of study
4. Special Needs Financial Support:
   • Additional funding for students with disabilities, covering expenses such as adaptive equipment or travel assistance

Eligibility Criteria

1. Academic Requirements:
   • A Bachelor’s degree (minimum of three years) in humanities or social sciences
   • At least 15% of completed coursework related to global studies fields (e.g., history, economics, sociology, political science, cultural studies)
2. Language Proficiency:
   • English language certification:
     • TOEFL: 80 iBT / 550 PBT / 213 CBT
     • IELTS: 6.5 (with no section below 6.5)
     • Cambridge C2 (CPE) or Cambridge C1 (CAE)
   • Knowledge of an additional foreign language at A2 level (CEFR)
3. Mobility Requirements:
   • Study in at least two different countries (not including your home country)
   • Optional terms at non-European partner universities

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae (Europass format, 1-3 pages)
• Motivation Letter (1-2 pages)
• Passport copy (proof of nationality)
• Proof of residence (issued within the last 12 months)
• Certified copies of High School Diploma & Transcripts (translated into English or German)
• University Diplomas and Transcripts (translated into English or German)
• English Proficiency Test results
• Proof of knowledge of another foreign language (A2 level)
• Academic Recommendation Letter
• Proof of Work Experience or Extracurricular Activities (if applicable)

After Admission Admitted applicants must submit the following by mid-August:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Official High School Transcripts
• University Diplomas (Bachelor’s, Master’s, etc.)
• University Transcripts
• English Proficiency Test results
• Confirmation of passed examinations (if final degree is not yet awarded)

Additional country-specific requirements may apply for students from China, Vietnam, and India.

Selection Criteria

1. For Admission:
   • Academic excellence (50%)
   • Motivation and potential (15%)
   • Field compatibility (20%)
   • Professional experience (15%)
2. For Erasmus Mundus Scholarship:
   • Academic performance
   • Language skills
   • Motivation and recommendation letters
   • Work experience and extracurricular activities

How to Apply?

• Apply Online via AlmaWeb of Leipzig University Application Portal
• Submit Before the Deadline:
  • March 15, 2025 (Scholarship applicants)
  • May 31, 2025 (Self-funded applicants)

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Further details and information regarding the EMGS are available on its official website.