Erasmus Mundus MARIHE Scholarship 2027 | Fully Funded Master's Scholarship in Europe & Asia
Published: July 6, 2026
Erasmus Mundus MARIHE Scholarship 2027 Now Open
Applications are now open for the Erasmus Mundus MARIHE Scholarship 2027, a prestigious fully funded master's scholarship designed for students worldwide who aspire to build careers in higher education, research, and innovation.
The Master in Research and Innovation in Higher Education (MARIHE) is a two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's programme that provides an international learning experience across Europe and Asia. Students study at leading universities while gaining practical knowledge in higher education governance, policy, research, and innovation management.
The programme is jointly delivered by universities from Austria, China, Finland, Germany, Hungary, India, and Portugal, preparing graduates for leadership positions in universities, research institutions, governments, and international organizations.
Scholarship Summary
Participating Universities
Students will study within the MARIHE consortium, including:
- University for Continuing Education Krems (Austria)
- Beijing Normal University (China)
- Tampere University (Finland)
- Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany)
- Eötvös Loránd University (Hungary)
- Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (India)
- University of Aveiro (Portugal)
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants may receive:
Erasmus Mundus Full Scholarship
- Full tuition fees
- €1,400 monthly stipend
- Travel allowance
- Visa support
- Installation allowance
- Living expenses
- Worldwide health and accident insurance
Tuition Fee Scholarship
Applicants may also receive:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Worldwide insurance
- Erasmus+ mobility funding (where applicable)
- Additional financial support for students from disadvantaged backgrounds or first-generation university students
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor's degree (minimum three years) in any discipline.
- Demonstrate strong interest in higher education, research, and innovation.
- Meet the English language requirements.
- Be highly motivated and academically qualified.
English Language Requirement
Applicants may be exempt from submitting an English language test if their previous higher education was completed entirely in English in approved countries.
Eligible countries include:
- Rwanda
- Uganda
- Kenya
- Tanzania
- Ghana
- Nigeria
- South Africa
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand
...and several other eligible English-medium education countries.
Required Documents
Application Round 1
Applicants must submit:
- Completed MARIHE Application Form
- Passport or National ID
- Europass Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation Letter
- Bachelor's Degree Certificate
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of English Proficiency
- Two Recommendation Letters
- Essay
Application Round 2 (Shortlisted Applicants Only)
- Short introduction video
Selection Process
Applications are evaluated through a two-stage review process.
Each application is independently assessed by two reviewers from different partner universities based on:
- Academic performance
- Motivation
- Programme suitability
- Leadership potential
- Personal skills
Final admission decisions are made by the MARIHE Admission Board.
Application Deadline
📅 21 September 2026
Late applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should:
- Read the official MARIHE Application Guidelines.
- Confirm they meet all admission requirements.
- Prepare all required documents.
- Submit the online application before the deadline.
- Review the assessment criteria before submission.
Applicants can also consult the FAQ section for additional guidance.
Contact
For enquiries regarding the scholarship, contact:
MARIHE Secretariat
Apply Now
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the official Erasmus Mundus MARIHE application portal before 21 September 2026.