The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme in International Humanitarian Action offers multidisciplinary postgraduate education aimed at individuals in humanitarian roles. The associated Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship covers full tuition, travel, visa costs, and provides a monthly stipend of 1400 Euros for selected scholars worldwide. This post outlines the application process and requirements for the scholarship.
Application Deadline: 15 December 2026 for Erasmus Mundus Grant Applications
Tell Me About The Award:
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme in International Humanitarian Action (NOHA) is a multidisciplinary postgraduate programme designed for people working or intending to work in humanitarian action.
The programme combines academic education with practical and professional training and is delivered by a network of European universities.
The 2027–2029 cohort application opens on 1 October 2026.
Which Fields are Eligible?
The programme focuses on International Humanitarian Action, including areas such as:
- World Politics
- Legal Dimensions of Humanitarian Action
- People and Culture
- Management
- Public Health
- Humanitarian studies
- Professional and academic specialisations in humanitarian action
Type:
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree / Scholarship
Who Can Apply?
The supplied source confirms that applicants can apply for the NOHA Master’s programme and that applicants must meet the programme’s admission criteria and, where applicable, specific national requirements of the selected universities.
Applicants should also meet the language requirements of their selected study pathway.
The source does not provide the complete academic eligibility criteria in the supplied text.
How Are Applicants Selected?
The supplied information does not provide the detailed selection criteria for the Erasmus Mundus scholarships.
Applicants should follow the official application procedure and review the programme’s admission criteria and guidance documents.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
The programme is delivered through universities in:
- France
- Germany
- Ireland
- Sweden
- The Netherlands
- Poland
- Malta
- Spain
The source does not provide a specific nationality restriction for Erasmus Mundus scholarship applicants.
Where Will the Award Be Taken?
Students study at different universities during the programme.
Delivering universities:
- Aix-Marseille Université — France
- University of Malta — Malta
- Rijksuniversiteit Groningen — The Netherlands
- Ruhr-Universität Bochum — Germany
- Universidad de Deusto — Spain
- University College Dublin — Ireland
- Uniwersytet Warszawski — Poland
- Uppsala universitet — Sweden
The programme also has partner universities and organisations in countries including Thailand, Australia, the USA, Jordan, India, Colombia, Indonesia, Lebanon, Guatemala, Sierra Leone and Qatar.
How Many Awards?
The supplied source does not specify the number of Erasmus Mundus scholarships available for the 2027–2029 cohort.
What Is the Benefit of the Award?
The programme is supported as an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s programme and continues to offer Erasmus Mundus scholarships.
The supplied source does not state the exact scholarship amount or provide a detailed breakdown of the financial benefits.
The programme itself provides:
- Multidisciplinary postgraduate education
- Professional and academic specialisation
- International and multicultural learning
- Study at different universities
- Access to an international network of humanitarian professionals
How Long Will the Award Last?
2 years — 4 semesters — 120 ECTS.
The programme structure includes:
- 1st semester: Foundation Period / Home University
- 2nd semester: Specialisation Period / Host University
- 3rd semester: Contextualisation Period
- 4th semester: Research Period / Home University
Language of Instruction
Depending on the home and host university, studies are offered in English, French or Spanish.
English-language locations include Germany, Ireland, Sweden, the Netherlands, Poland and Malta.
French is offered at Aix-Marseille Université, while Spanish is offered at Universidad de Deusto.
How to Apply:
- Applications for the 2027–2029 cohort open on 1 October 2026.
- Review the NOHA admission criteria and participation costs.
- Check the specific national requirements of the universities you are interested in.
- Review the required application documents.
- Apply for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship by 15 December 2026.
- Applicants who are self-funded have a separate deadline of 1 April 2026 according to the supplied source.
