2026 Erasmus Mundus MARIHE Scholarship in Europe | Fully Funded – How to Apply
The Erasmus Mundus MARIHE Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for international students to pursue a Master’s degree in Research and Innovation in Higher Education. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Requirements:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (at least 3 years of full-time study, 180 ECTS)
- Strong motivation and interest in development and management of research and innovation in higher education
- Sufficient knowledge of English for academic purposes
- Work experience is not required, but relevant experience can be an advantage
Benefits:
- Full tuition fees coverage
- Monthly stipend of €1,400 for up to 24 months
- Contribution to travel, visa, installation, and subsistence costs
Application Process:
- Submit your application through the MARIHE application portal before November 23, 2025 (11:00 p.m. CET)
- Upload required documents, including:
- Application form
- Copy of passport/ID
- CV
- University diplomas/degree certificates
- Letter of motivation
- Transcripts of records
- Proof of English proficiency
- Two letters of recommendation
- Scholarship essay/video
- Shortlisted applicants will be required to upload an additional document (2nd application step)
- Final selection will be made by the MARIHE Admission Board
Important Dates:
- Application deadline: November 23, 2025 (11:00 p.m. CET)
- Second application step deadline: January 25, 2026 (11:00 p.m. CET)
- Programme start date: October 2026
Participating Universities:
- Danube University Krems (Austria)
- University of Tampere (Finland)
- Beijing Normal University (China)
- Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany)
- Eötvös Loránd University (Hungary)
- Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (India)
- University of Aveiro (Portugal)
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