The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s (EMJM) program in Public Policy, which is supported by the European Union through the Erasmus+ program, is currently accepting applications for its 2026–2028 cohort. Four top universities—Central European University (CEU), Institut Barcelona d’Estudis Internacionals (IBEI), International Institute of Social Studies (ISS), and the University of York—combine to offer this prestigious and fiercely competitive curriculum.
According to their chosen mobility track, students enrolled in the two-year Master’s program Mundus MAPP can attend two of the partner universities. Global Public Policy (CEU–IBEI), European Public Policy (CEU–York), Political Economy and Development (ISS–IBEI), and Governance and Development (ISS–York) are the four specializations available in the program.
The curriculum prepares graduates for jobs in government, international organizations, non-governmental organizations, research, and the private sector by fusing solid academic underpinnings with practical professional experience.
Host Country: Europe
University: Central European University, Barcelona Institute of Economics (IEB), University of York
Opportunity Type: Master’s,
Subject: Public Policy
Eligibility Country: International Students, Domestic Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
Eligibility: Open to applicants of all nationalities, ensuring a diverse and inclusive academic community.
Academic Background: Candidates must demonstrate a strong academic record, typically with prior training in social sciences, public policy, economics, international relations, or related fields.
Scholarship Availability: Erasmus Mundus scholarships are limited and highly competitive, awarded only to the most outstanding applicants.
Alternative Funding: Applicants are strongly encouraged to explore external financial support, including:
Scholarships and grants offered by partner institutions (CEU, IBEI, ISS, and the University of York).
National or regional scholarship schemes available in their home country.
Benefits:
Award Criteria: The Erasmus Mundus (EMJM) Scholarship is granted to the highest-ranked applicants, with no restrictions on nationality.
Scholarship Benefits:
- Monthly living allowance of €1,400 for 24 months (totaling up to €33,600).
- Full tuition fee waiver for the entire study period.
- Comprehensive health insurance, covering the full program duration plus additional coverage before and after studies.
- Additional financial support is available for students with special needs, depending on the nature and level of disability.
Self-Covered Costs:
- Study visits during Year 1, estimated at €600–€1,000.
- Winter School participation in Year 2, estimated at €600–€1,000.
- Travel and visa expenses required for mobility between consortium countries.
Why Choose Mundus MAPP?
- the chance to sample several European academic settings.
- Interact with a lively and varied global network of instructors and peers.
- Get access to a progressive curriculum that tackles global public policy concerns.
- Take advantage of a distinguished, fully financed scholarship that is backed by the EU.
Deadline: 01 July 2026
