European Commission (Erasmus Mundus)
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Chemoinformatics (ChEMoinformatics+)
Edit ScholarshipThe ChEMoinformatics+ is a government scholarship for Master's students in four countries. It covers full tuition plus ~EUR 1,400/month living allowance, travel, up to 24 months. Annually, registrations reopen in November, deadlines in winter.
Overview
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Chemoinformatics, branded ChEMoinformatics+, is a two-year master's degree that sits at the meeting point of chemistry and data science. You learn to use computers to model molecules, predict their properties, and design new compounds, which is exactly the kind of skill pharmaceutical, materials and agrochemical research now depends on. The consortium describes the programme as unique in Europe because it blends chemistry, theoretical chemistry, chemoinformatics, computer science and data science into a single coherent track.
It is funded by the European Commission under the Erasmus Mundus scheme and coordinated from the University of Strasbourg, working with partner universities across several countries. Each edition admits a small cohort, roughly 25 places, with about 20 Erasmus Mundus scholarships available, which is why admission is competitive. The scholarship covers tuition, provides a monthly living allowance, and contributes towards travel and installation costs.
The programme is built for chemists who want to add serious computational and data skills without leaving chemistry behind. The consortium is clear that chemoinformaticians are first and foremost chemists, so the entry bar is set around chemistry knowledge, and the computing and modelling layers are taught on top. You move between partner universities during the two years and graduate with a jointly recognised degree.
Key Facts at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Funding Body | European Commission (Erasmus Mundus) |
| Host Countries | France, Portugal, Italy, Slovenia (with further consortium partners) |
| Degree Levels | Master's (two years) |
| Value | Full tuition plus around €1,400 per month living allowance, plus travel and installation costs, for up to 24 months |
| Deadline | Annual call; registrations typically reopen in November for the following September intake, with scholarship deadlines in winter |
| Eligible Nationalities | Open to applicants of all nationalities |
| Official Website | masterchemoinfo.u-strasbg.fr |
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Requirements
You need a Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a closely related subject, with genuine foundations across the core areas of chemistry. The consortium specifically expects good skills in organic chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry and structural chemistry. Some computing or quantitative aptitude helps, but you are admitted as a chemist first, and the chemoinformatics and data science components are taught during the programme. Final-year bachelor students can usually apply before completing their degree.
Nationality Requirements
The programme welcomes applicants from anywhere in the world. Erasmus Mundus scholarships can support both European and non-European students, and the mobility design means you will study in more than one country regardless of where you start.
Language Requirements
The master is taught in English, so you need to demonstrate English proficiency. The official call sets the accepted certificates and minimum scores, typically an IELTS or TOEFL result, or proof that your previous studies were in English. Confirm the exact requirement for your cycle before applying.
Other Requirements
Because places are limited and scholarships are competitive, selection looks at your overall chemistry record, the fit between your background and the chosen study track, and the clarity of your motivation. Showing curiosity about computational methods alongside solid chemistry makes a strong case.
What the Scholarship Covers
- Full coverage of participation and tuition costs at the partner universities.
- A monthly individual allowance of around €1,400 for living expenses.
- A contribution towards travel and installation costs tied to the mandatory mobility between countries.
- Support for the full two-year, up-to-24-month duration of the programme.
- Around 20 Erasmus Mundus scholarships per edition, within a cohort of roughly 25 students; partners may also offer Erasmus+ or other funding to self-paying applicants.
How to Apply
- Confirm your chemistry background. Check that your degree and coursework cover organic, physical, bio- and structural chemistry to the level the consortium expects.
- Choose a study track. Review the available specialisation paths and the universities they pass through, then decide which route fits your interests.
- Gather your documents. Prepare transcripts, your diploma, a CV, a motivation letter and proof of English in English, with certified translations where needed.
- Register on the application portal. Open an account when registrations reopen, usually in November for the next September intake.
- Complete the application and request the scholarship. Fill in your details, attach your documents, rank your track preferences and mark yourself as a candidate for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship.
- Submit before the scholarship deadline. Send a complete application ahead of the winter cut-off, since scholarship places are limited.
- Respond to the offer. If selected, accept your place, arrange your visa and travel, and enrol at your first-year university.
Required Documents
- Official transcripts and diploma (with certified English translations if needed).
- CV or resume.
- Motivation letter explaining your interest in chemoinformatics and your chosen track.
- Proof of English proficiency.
- Copy of your passport or national ID.
- Reference letters, if the current call requests them.
Key Dates & Deadlines
ChEMoinformatics+ follows an annual cycle aimed at a September start. Registrations typically reopen in November for the following academic year, and the scholarship deadline falls in the winter, ahead of the course beginning the next autumn. Self-paying applicants sometimes have a later window than scholarship candidates. Exact dates change each year, so use the official site for the current cycle and aim to apply early, especially if you need a visa.
Tips for a Strong Application
What helps
- Demonstrate strong fundamentals across organic, physical, bio- and structural chemistry, since that is the core entry expectation.
- Match your motivation letter to a specific study track and explain why that route suits you.
- Mention any programming, statistics or modelling experience to show you can take on the data science side.
- Apply early in the window because the cohort is small and scholarships are limited.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating it as a pure computer science programme; you are admitted as a chemist.
- Submitting transcripts without certified translations.
- Writing a vague motivation letter that does not name a track or a goal.
- Missing the winter scholarship deadline while waiting on optional documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ChEMoinformatics+ scholarship?
It is the Erasmus Mundus funding attached to the ChEMoinformatics+ joint master. It covers tuition, gives a monthly allowance of around €1,400, and contributes to travel and installation costs for up to 24 months.
Who is eligible for the ChEMoinformatics+ master?
Graduates with a Bachelor's in chemistry or a closely related field, with solid foundations in organic, physical, bio- and structural chemistry, and English proficiency. Final-year students can usually apply before graduating.
How many scholarships does ChEMoinformatics+ offer?
Each edition has roughly 25 places and around 20 Erasmus Mundus scholarships, which is why it is competitive. Partners may also offer other funding for self-paying students.
Which countries host ChEMoinformatics+?
The programme runs across partner universities including those in France, Portugal, Italy and Slovenia, with the consortium coordinated from the University of Strasbourg. You study in more than one country during the two years.
Do I need a computer science background for ChEMoinformatics+?
No. The consortium admits chemists first and teaches the chemoinformatics, computer science and data science layers during the programme. Some quantitative comfort helps, but chemistry is the entry foundation.
Is ChEMoinformatics+ open to non-European students?
Yes. It is open to applicants of all nationalities, and Erasmus Mundus scholarships can support students from outside Europe.
How long is the ChEMoinformatics+ programme?
It is a two-year joint master, and the scholarship supports you for up to 24 months.
When does ChEMoinformatics+ open for applications?
Registrations typically reopen in November for the following September intake, with the scholarship deadline in the winter. Check the official site for the current year's dates.
What English level is required for ChEMoinformatics+?
The master is taught in English and the call sets the accepted certificates and scores, usually an IELTS or TOEFL result, or proof of prior English-medium study. Confirm the exact requirement for your cycle.
What documents do I need for ChEMoinformatics+?
Transcripts and diploma, a CV, a motivation letter, proof of English and a copy of your passport, plus any reference letters the call asks for. Translate documents where needed.
What can I do after the ChEMoinformatics+ master?
Graduates work in pharmaceutical, materials and agrochemical research and in data-driven roles that bridge chemistry and computing, and many go on to doctoral study.
How hard is it to get into ChEMoinformatics+?
With around 25 places and 20 scholarships per edition, admission is selective. A strong chemistry record, a track-focused motivation letter and an early application all help.