Leading European institutions provide the fully financed two-year master’s degree program known as the Erasmus Mundus META4.0 Scholarship. Six universities from Germany, Italy, Slovenia, France, and Norway collaborate to deliver this program, giving students a genuinely global educational experience.
The curriculum is intended to address labor market demands, contemporary manufacturing issues, and future societal needs. With a focus on digital manufacturing, smart manufacturing, clean manufacturing, and sustainable manufacturing, graduates of the META4.0 program are prepared to become highly qualified manufacturing specialists.
This initiative will give 90 scholarships in total. Students from all nations are welcome to apply, and there is no application fee. Tuition, visa fees, airfare, a monthly stipend, insurance, and other living expenses are all covered by the fully financed scholarship. Below are some facts about the program’s structure, career prospects, employment opportunities in Europe, and qualifying requirements.
Host Country: Germany, Italy, Slovenia, France, and Norway
Funded by: European Union
Opportunity Type: Master’s
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: There are no national limits, and the award is available to applicants of any nationality.
- Educational Background: Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering in a field like materials science and engineering, mechanical engineering, mechanics, or closely related fields like mechatronics.
- Final-Year Students: As long as they successfully finish their degree and graduate before July 31, 2026, candidates in their final year of a bachelor’s (or equivalent) degree program are eligible to apply on a conditional basis.
Benefits:
- Monthly Stipend: Throughout the program, scholars are given a regular monthly allowance to help with daily living expenses.
- Participation Fees: The scholarship pays for all program-related and required participation fees.
- Tuition Fees: At the participating European universities, the entire cost of tuition is covered.
- Travel Expenses: Airfare to and from the host countries is included in the cost of international travel.
- Accommodation Support: During the study duration, housing and lodging costs are covered.
- Costs associated with applying for a visa and any associated administrative fees are covered in full.
- Extra Living Expenses: The scholarship also covers other necessary living expenses, like insurance and everyday necessities.
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae: CV prepared in the Europass format
- Photograph: Recent passport-sized photo
- Passport Copy: Copy of the passport showing personal and identification details
- Degree Certificates: Copies of awarded degree or diploma certificates
- Academic Transcripts: Official or unofficial academic records from previous institutions
- English Language Proficiency: Valid proof of English language skills
- Mathematics Background: Documentation demonstrating the required level of mathematics knowledge
- Motivation Video: Short video explaining your motivation for applying to the program
- Residence Certificate: Proof of current residence or address
- Letters of Recommendation: Recommendation letters from academic or professional referees
Deadline: 15th February 2026
