The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Artificial Intelligence

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Artificial Intelligence (EMAI) is a fully funded scholarship for international students seeking advanced study in Artificial Intelligence (AI) across top European universities. This prestigious two-year Master’s programme provides a strong foundation in AI theory, research, and real-world applications.

If you are passionate about becoming a globally competitive AI professional, this scholarship is one of the best opportunities available.

Scholarship Overview

Host Organization: European Union
Study Level: Master’s / Postgraduate
Study Locations: Spain, Netherlands, Italy, Slovenia
Eligible Countries: All countries
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Deadline: March 18, 2026

Benefits of the EMAI Scholarship

Selected students will receive a comprehensive funding package, including:

• €1,400 monthly stipend for 24 months

• Full tuition fee coverage

• Medical & full insurance coverage

• Travel and installation allowance

• Accommodation support

• Visa support

• Access to top AI researchers and industry partners

• Additional full tuition waiver options for selected candidates

Participating Universities

The EMAI programme is delivered by four world-leading research universities in Europe:

1. Pompeu Fabra University (UPF) – Barcelona, Spain

2. Sapienza University of Rome – Rome, Italy

3. Radboud University – Nijmegen, Netherlands

4. University of Ljubljana – Ljubljana, Slovenia

The consortium also includes University College London (UCL) Centre for Artificial Intelligence, various global research centres, and 12 leading industry partners.

Programme Details

• Duration: 2 years (120 ECTS)

• Focus: Foundational theory and practical application of Artificial Intelligence

• Tracks include: Machine Learning, Data Science, Intelligent Systems, Robotics, Knowledge Representation, and more

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Academic Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree (minimum 180 ECTS) in:

• Information or Communication Technology

• Computer Engineering

• Physics

• Mathematics

• Statistics

• Or related fields

Candidates from other fields may be accepted if they meet essential study requirements.

Course Prerequisites

Your transcript must show at least:

• 12 ECTS in mathematics (calculus, linear algebra, probability, logic, etc.)

• 12 ECTS in programming (algorithms, data structures, paradigms)

• 12 ECTS in computing science (networks, hardware, cryptography, etc.)

Language Requirement

• Proof of English proficiency (written & spoken)

Required Documents

When applying, prepare the following:

• Passport or national ID

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate

• Official academic transcript

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) in English

• Motivation letter (600–800 words)

• 1-minute introduction video (upload link required; max 30MB)

• Two recommendation letters (preferably academic)

• EMAI Student Supplement Questionnaire

• Proof of English proficiency

Selection Process

The EMAI selection procedure includes:

1. Administrative pre-screening

2. Pre-selection based on minimum requirements

3. Ranking by the Academic Programme Committee

4. Online interview (30–40 minutes) for shortlisted candidates

5. Final selection + waiting list creation

How to Apply for EMAI 2026

Follow the steps below:

1. Review all eligibility criteria on this page

2. Prepare and correctly name your documents

3. Click the application button

4. Complete the online application form

5. Upload your documents and submit

📌 Deadline: March 18, 2026

👉 Apply Here