Requirements

Required

• Education: A first university degree (Bachelor, at least 180 ECTS) in a field relevant to humanitarian action, such as medical sciences, food sciences, economics and management, engineering, law, social sciences, education or humanities.

• Degree finished in time: Scholarship applicants must have completed their degree by 15 December 2026.

• English: C1 level, for example IELTS 6.5 with no part below 6.0, TOEFL iBT at C1, or Cambridge CAE/CPE. You may not need a test if your whole Bachelor's was taught in English and this is stated on your documents.

• Other languages: French C1 if you choose Aix-Marseille University. Spanish B2 if you start at the University of Deusto.

• Complete documents by the deadline: Passport, diploma, transcripts, CV in English, two signed reference letters and proof of residence.

• Previous scholarships: You cannot get this scholarship if you already received an Erasmus Mundus master's or joint doctorate scholarship.

• Mobility: You must study in at least two countries, and these must be different from your country of residence.

What Helps Your Application

• Practical experience in humanitarian work with governments, international bodies or NGOs.

• Research experience, strong motivation and multicultural sensitivity.

• Good recommendations and interview results (if interviewed).

Important Notes

• Proof of residence must be a municipal residence certificate, a work or study certificate, or a notary document issued within 12 months of the deadline. National IDs, passports and utility bills are not accepted.

• Some universities (Groningen, Warsaw, Deusto and Uppsala) have extra national admission rules. Check them before you apply.