Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How do I submit the recommendation letters?
Answer: You upload the recommendation letters to the application portal when you fill out your application.

Question: What are the requirements for recommendation letters?
Answer: Please upload two letters of recommendation. At least one of the letters must be from an academic contact (teacher, supervisor). The recommendation letters must be written on office stationery paper with a letterhead. The recommendation must show the referee’s full contact information, i.e. Name, address, e-mail address, telephone or skype number.

Question: What are the requirements for the motivation letter?
Answer: Upload a short explanation of approximately 500 words as to why you have chosen to apply for admission to the EMJM in Global Environment and Development and why you have prioritized the selected mobility track(s). You may also elaborate on your planned career path upon completing the Master’s.

Question: Is it possible to apply as a part-time student?
Answer: No, all Erasmus Mundus students must study full-time.

Question: Can I apply if I already hold an Erasmus Mundus degree?
Answer: It is only possible to obtain an Erasmus Mundus scholarship once, but you are welcome to apply as a self-financed student.

Question: Can I apply to an Erasmus Mundus programme if I already hold an MSc degree?
Answer: Yes, it is possible to apply. However, to meet the application requirements, you will have to upload your BSc/BA transcript and certificate. Your MSc is not taken into consideration in the assessment for admission.

Question: Is it necessary to submit a Language Proficiency Test if English was the language/medium of instruction during my undergraduate studies?
Answer: English as a Medium of Instruction is not acceptable proof of English proficiency. Please read about the language requirements for Global Environment and Development: https://merged.info/index.php/admission/

Question: Can I send the language test results after the submission deadline?
Answer: No, the language test result must be submitted by the application deadline.

Question: I will not receive my BSc diploma before the deadline for submission expires; can I send my diploma after graduation?
Answer:  Yes, in this case, you must document that you have completed your bachelor’s degree as soon as possible and no later than 20 September.

Question: What kind of certification is required?
Answer: Your documents must have an original stamp and a signature verifying the True Copy. Typically, your university can assist you in certifying your documents. Otherwise, we also accept signatures by embassies and official representatives or public offices, e.g. police stations. The document must carry an official stamp and a signature, or we must be able to verify the documentation online.

You will be informed of the result of your application regarding admission as well as the Erasmus Mundus scholarship through the application portal. If you receive an offer of admission (and scholarship), you will have one week to accept the offer through the application portal.

Question: What is the assessment procedure with regard to Erasmus Mundus scholarships?
Answer: Each assessment category (i.e. academic excellence, recommendations, relevant work experience, and personal motivation) is allocated a grade between 0 and 5. A final application grade is obtained using a weighting system whereby 60% of the final grade is allocated to academic potential, 10% to each of the categories recommendations and relevant work experience, and finally 20% to personal motivation.

Question: Can I file a complaint?
Answer: If you believe that standard MERGED assessment procedures have not been adhered to in relation to your application, you must notify the MERGED Secretariat no later than two weeks after receiving your letter of rejection.

Question: Will the submitted material be returned to me?
Answer: No, the submitted material is never returned. It is shredded or filed (for accepted students).

Question: Will I receive academic feedback on my application?
Answer: Due to the high number of applications, we cannot provide academic feedback on your application.

ECONOMY

Question: How much money does an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship include?
Answer: The Erasmus Mundus scholarship amounts to 33,600 EUR. 1400 EUR per month for up to 24 months. Please see the scholarship section.

Question: When do I receive the first instalment?
Answer: You will receive the first instalment only upon arrival at the University of Copenhagen. Instalments are not transferred prior to departure.

Question: Are there any other sources of funding available?
Answer: On the MERGED website, you will, at some point, be able to find a compiled list of relevant alternative sources of funding.

Question: What will be the estimated costs of living in Europe?
Answer: Monthly living expenses include rent and utilities, internet and phone subscriptions, food and household supplies, local transportation, books, and other study material, as well as sports and leisure activities. Living expenses will vary individually depending on the cost of housing and your personal lifestyle choices. Living in Europa is estimated at EUR 1,280-1,800 per month.

PRACTICALITIES

Question: How do I find accommodation?
Answer: Your host institution will assist you in finding accommodation. You will receive information on accommodation along with your letter of admission.

Question: When can I expect to receive my visa?
Answer: It generally takes 10-12 weeks to process a complete application to Europe. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you start the application process as soon as you receive your admission letter and relevant information on the visa application process. A delay in handing in the complete visa application could add approximately eight weeks to the process.

Question: Who arranges and pays for my travel?
Answer: You have to organize the booking and the cost of travel yourself.