Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Euroculture: Society, Politics and Culture in a Global Context (Euroculture)

Overview

Euroculture is a two-year master's degree (120 ECTS) in European Studies, run as an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master and funded by the European Commission. You study how society, politics and culture interact across Europe, and you do it while moving between partner universities in different countries. The programme is taught fully in English and pulls together history, political science, law, sociology and cultural studies, so it suits students who want a broad, interdisciplinary read on Europe rather than a single-discipline track.

The consortium brings together universities including Groningen in the Netherlands, Göttingen in Germany, Udine in Italy, Strasbourg in France, Olomouc in the Czech Republic, Kraków in Poland and Uppsala in Sweden, plus partner institutions outside Europe such as the University of Hyderabad in India, Queen's University in Canada, UNAM in Mexico and the University of Osaka in Japan. You spend your first two semesters at two different European universities, then a third semester on a research or professional placement, before finishing your thesis.

What makes Euroculture worth a close look is the combination of a long-running, established programme with full Erasmus Mundus funding. It has been delivered for more than 25 years, the network is large, and a funded place covers your tuition, gives you a monthly living allowance and contributes to your travel and moving costs. That removes most of the financial risk of studying abroad for two years.

Key Facts at a Glance

Item	Detail
Funding Body	European Commission (Erasmus Mundus)
Host Countries	Germany, Netherlands, Italy, France, Czech Republic, Poland, Sweden, Spain (and non-European partners)
Degree Levels	Master's (120 ECTS, 2 years)
Value	Full tuition, around €1,400/month living allowance, plus travel and installation contribution, for up to 24 months
Deadline	Usually December-January for September entry (check the official call for the exact date)
Eligible Nationalities	Open to all; EU and non-EU applicants
Official Website	euroculturemaster.eu

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirements

You need a completed bachelor's degree that is relevant to the programme. A background in the humanities or social sciences (history, political science, European studies, law, sociology, cultural studies and related fields) fits best, but the consortium reviews each application on its merits. Your academic record matters, so strong grades help.

Language Requirements

Euroculture is taught entirely in English, so you need to prove English proficiency unless you are exempt (for example, a prior degree taught in English). The accepted tests and minimum scores are listed in the official admission rules, so confirm which certificate and score the consortium wants before you book a test.

Nationality & Other Requirements

The programme is open to applicants of any nationality. Erasmus Mundus scholarships are available to both EU and non-EU students, though some funding rules (such as mobility conditions) differ between the two groups. There is no fixed age limit, but you apply alongside, and are ranked against, a competitive international pool.

What the Scholarship Covers

• Full tuition and participation fees for the two-year programme
• A monthly living allowance of around €1,400 to cover accommodation and day-to-day costs
• A contribution towards travel and installation/relocation expenses
• Funding for up to 24 months, matching the length of the degree
• The chance to study in at least two countries with mobility costs supported

How to Apply

1. Read the current call: Go to the Euroculture website and open the admission and funding pages for the upcoming intake to confirm dates, fees and the exact scholarship terms.
2. Check your eligibility: Confirm your bachelor's degree qualifies and that you can meet the English proficiency requirement.
3. Choose your mobility track: Decide on your preferred home and partner universities, since the application asks for your university choices.
4. Prepare your documents: Draft your motivation letter and CV, gather transcripts and your degree certificate, and arrange your references and language certificate.
5. Submit the online application: Complete the consortium's application form before the deadline and attach all required files. Apply for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship within the same application where the form allows it.
6. Wait for selection: The consortium reviews and ranks applications, then notifies admitted students and scholarship holders. Respond to any offer by the date given.

Required Documents

• Certified copy of your bachelor's degree (or proof you will finish before enrolment)
• Academic transcripts listing your courses and grades
• A motivation letter explaining why Euroculture fits your goals
• A current CV
• One or more letters of reference from academics who taught you
• Proof of English proficiency (accepted test and score per the official rules)
• A copy of your passport or national ID

Key Dates & Deadlines

The annual cycle opens in the autumn, with applications usually closing in December or January for entry the following September. Scholarship applicants typically face the earliest deadline, so treat the first listed date as your target. Confirm the exact deadline on the official call each year, since it shifts slightly between intakes.

Tips for a Strong Application

What helps

• Connect your academic background and future plans to the interdisciplinary content of Euroculture in your motivation letter.
• Be specific about why you chose your preferred universities and what each adds to your study path.
• Give your referees enough time and share your CV and goals so their letters are concrete.
• Sort out your language certificate early so a slow test booking does not cost you the deadline.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Submitting a generic motivation letter that could apply to any master's programme.
• Leaving the application to the final days and running into upload or document problems.
• Ignoring the exact language test and score required, then submitting an unaccepted certificate.
• Forgetting to tick the scholarship option or missing the earlier funding deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Euroculture Erasmus Mundus master?

It is a two-year, 120 ECTS master's in European Studies taught across partner universities in several countries, taught in English and funded by the European Commission through the Erasmus Mundus programme.

How much is the Euroculture scholarship worth?

A funded place covers your tuition, provides around €1,400 per month for living costs, and contributes to travel and installation expenses for up to 24 months.

What is the deadline for the Euroculture scholarship?

Applications usually close in December or January for September entry. The exact date is published in each year's official call, so check the website.

Who is eligible for the Euroculture master?

Applicants of any nationality with a relevant bachelor's degree and proof of English proficiency can apply. Erasmus Mundus scholarships are open to both EU and non-EU students.

Does the Euroculture scholarship cover full tuition?

Yes. A scholarship covers the full tuition and participation fees for the programme.

Is Euroculture taught in English?

Yes, the whole programme is taught in English across all partner universities.

How long is the Euroculture programme?

It lasts two years and is worth 120 ECTS, including a placement semester and a thesis.

Do I need to speak the local language of each country?

No. Teaching is in English, though learning some of the local language helps with daily life and is encouraged.

Can non-EU students get the Euroculture scholarship?

Yes. The Erasmus Mundus scholarship is open to non-EU applicants as well as EU applicants, with some differences in the funding rules.

How many universities will I study at during Euroculture?

You study at two different European universities in your first year, then complete a third-semester placement, which can be academic or professional.

Do I apply to the universities or to the consortium?

You apply once through the Euroculture consortium's central application, where you also indicate your preferred universities.

What can I do after finishing Euroculture?

Graduates work in areas such as research and academia, EU institutions and public policy, NGOs, journalism, international organisations and cultural management.