Mundus Journalism Master’s Scholarship 2026

Mundus Journalism is more than a master’s degree. It is a global experience that prepares you to become a resilient journalist, ready to face contemporary challenges while defending democracy, human rights, and justice worldwide. Mundus Journalism gives you the knowledge and skills to tackle journalism, media, and globalization today. The curriculum combines academic and theoretical perspectives with hands-on journalistic training. You will learn to analyze and respond to global changes that intersect the lines between media, politics, technology, and culture.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: 01 March 2026
2. Value: Fully Funded (tuition, travel, living costs)
3. Study Level: Master’s
4. Sponsor: Erasmus Mundus Consortium
5. Host Countries: Multiple (Europe)
6. Eligible Countries: All countries

Eligibility Criteria for Mundus Journalism Master’s Scholarship 2026

1. A 3 year bachelor's degree within a relevant field of study
2. Documentation of English language proficiency (to be included in your application if you are not a native English speaker)
3. At least 3 months of journalistic experience

Selection Process

To ensure that the strongest candidates are admitted, priority is given to academic merit. Candidates must demonstrate above-average academic performance in their undergraduate studies to be considered. The Committee conducts a holistic review of each application, assessing:

1. Academic background and academic merit
2. Quality of journalistic experience
3. Quality and depth of the Application Reflections (without using AI)
4. Potential to successfully complete the degree and contribute meaningfully to the global journalism field after graduation

Application Documents

1. Application Form
2. Academic documents
3. Journalistic documents
4. Language documents
5. Curriculum Vitae
6. Academic and journalistic reference letters
7. Documentation of your nationality/nationalities
8. Special Needs / Chronic Illnesses / Disabilities
9. Application Package title
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Benefits of Mundus Journalism Master’s Scholarship 2026

1. Full tuition waiver for the duration of the programme.
2. Monthly allowance of €1400 to support travel, visa, installation, and living costs.
3. Allowance is granted for up to 24 months, starting from the first September of the 2-year programme.

How to Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Erasmus Mundus on mundusjournalism.com to apply

1. Your application package must be compiled as a single PDF file.
2. The PDF file must include the required documents in the exact order listed in items 1–8 below.
3. The PDF must be named according to the guidelines in item 9.
4. The PDF file must not exceed 10 MB.

For more information, kindly visit Erasmus Mundus scholarship webpage.

Application Deadline

January 10, 2026

Application Link(s)

• Apply for Mundus Journalism Master’s Scholarship 2026