2026/28 Erasmus Mundus EMINENT Scholarship (Fully Funded)

Job Description

The EMINENT (Embedded Intelligence Nanosystems Engineering) Erasmus Mundus master’s program offers a fully funded opportunity for students interested in cutting-edge embedded intelligence and nanosystems engineering.
This 2-year program equips students with a holistic education that spans:
• Nanoscale materials and device technologies
• Intelligent sensing and computing architectures
• Macroscale integrated systems
• Real-world IoT (Internet of Things) applications
Students are trained across multiple European universities, gaining exposure from Portugal in the West to Lithuania in the East, and learning in research-driven, innovation-focused environments.
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Why EMINENT Is Unique
The EMINENT programme offers a learning experience that is difficult to find at a single university:
• Access to broad technological and research expertise across several leading institutions
• A comprehensive curriculum in embedded intelligence nanosystems engineering, enriched with:
o Specialisation tracks
o Digital skills
o Entrepreneurial and soft skills training
• Cross-disciplinary education, breaking traditional academic boundaries
• Strong collaboration with industry partners and direct exposure to the employment market
• Multicultural learning experience that makes it easier to adapt to different countries
• A coordinated, well-structured mobility plan across partner universities
• A joint degree issued by the participating institutions
• All admitted students are automatically considered for scholarships
• Dedicated EMINENT support services, including:
o Enrolment advisors
o Visa assistance
o Welcome days
o Mentoring
o Alumni network
o Career services
o Disability support
The programme prepares students from the ground up: from nanoscale fabrication and advanced sensor technologies, to machine learning components, intelligent systems, and IoT-connected devices across information, sensing, and energy sectors.
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Quick Overview – 2026/28 EMINENT Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
• Type: Master’s Scholarship
• Study Locations: Greece, France, Lithuania, Portugal, Germany
• Number of Partner Universities: 5
• Funded by: European Union
• Duration: 2 years
• Eligibility: Applicants from all countries
• Benefits:
o Monthly stipend
o Full tuition coverage
o Full health insurance
o Travel costs
o Visa costs
• Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
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Participating Universities
You will study across a network of top European universities:
1. Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU) – Greece
2. University of Orléans – France
3. Vilnius Gediminas Technical University – Lithuania
4. NOVA University Lisbon – Portugal
5. University of Siegen (Coordinator) – Germany
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Program Structure
• 1st Semester: Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU), Greece
• 2nd Semester: University of Siegen, Germany
• 3rd Semester: Specialisation semester at one of the following:
o University of Siegen (Germany)
o NOVA University Lisbon (Portugal)
o University of Orléans (France)
o Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (Lithuania)
• 4th Semester: Master’s thesis at one of the partner institutions
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the 2026–2028 Erasmus Mundus EMINENT cohort, applicants must:
• Be from any country (the scholarship is open globally)
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in one of the following or related fields:
o Electrical and Electronic Engineering
o Mechanical Engineering
o Physics
o Material Science
o Computer Science
o Or equivalent B.Sc. / B.Eng. programme
• Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible, provided they:
o Submit an official statement from their university indicating the expected graduation date
o Upload their final degree certificate and transcript by 1 August 2026
• Be able to begin studies at HMU, Greece by late September/early October 2026
• Provide proof of English proficiency, except for applicants from countries where English is the only official language
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Scholarship Coverage
The Erasmus Mundus EMINENT Scholarship typically covers:
• Full tuition fees
• Full insurance during the study period
• Travel costs
• Visa expenses
• Monthly stipend to cover living expenses
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Required Documents
Applicants will generally need to upload:
• Academic transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation
• Statement of Purpose / Motivation Letter
• Updated CV or résumé
• Proof of English language proficiency (e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, or official exemption)
• Passport copy
• Any additional documents specified by the programme
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Important Dates
• Application Portal Opens: 1 November 2025
• Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
• Admission / Rejection Emails Sent: May 2026
• Visa Process for Non-European Students:
o Should begin immediately after receiving the admission/invitation letter
o Visa processing may take 2–3 months
• Start of Studies at HMU (Greece):
o End of September / beginning of October 2026