The Erasmus Mundus MESPOM Scholarship 2026–2028 is a prestigious, fully-funded master's program in Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management offered by a multi-country consortium. It prepares students to tackle global environmental challenges through interdisciplinary study and research.
Program Overview
Name: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree in Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management (MESPOM)
Cycle: 2026–2028
Focus Areas: Sustainable energy, climate change, biodiversity, urban sustainability, and related subjects
Consortium Universities:
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Central European University (Austria)
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Lund University (Sweden)
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University of Manchester (UK)
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University of the Aegean (Greece)
Funding Options
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Fully-Funded Erasmus Mundus Scholarship: Covers tuition fees, travel, visa, installation costs, and monthly subsistence allowance.
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Self-Financed Option: Available for students who do not receive a scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree (minimum 3 years) in environmental or related fields with at least a 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale).
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Final-year undergraduate students may apply, but must graduate before enrollment.
English Proficiency Requirements for Non-Native Speakers:
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TOEFL iBT: Minimum 88
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TOEFL PBT: Minimum 570
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IELTS Academic: Minimum 6.5 (no sub-score below 6.0 for Manchester)
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Pearson Test of English Academic: Minimum 59
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Cambridge English (C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency): Minimum 180 (valid up to 5 years)
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Euroexam Academic: Pass
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Duolingo English Test: Minimum 125
Exemptions:
Available for degrees taught entirely in English (must request in writing and provide proof).
Application Information
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Deadline: January 7, 2026
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Application Portal: www.fellowshipsguide.com
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Required Documents:
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Completed online application form
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Academic transcripts and degree certificates
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English language test results (if applicable)
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Statement of purpose
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CV/resume
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Letters of recommendation
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Advantages of MESPOM
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Study in four different European countries with exposure to diverse environmental contexts.
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Network with a global community of environmental professionals.
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Gain multidisciplinary perspectives combining science, policy, and management.
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Access to alumni connections and career opportunities in international organizations, academia, and NGOs.
