Are you passionate about animal science, genetics, and global biodiversity? The European Union is calling! The prestigious Erasmus Mundus EMABG Scholarship offers a fully-funded, 2-year Master’s degree in Animal Biodiversity and Genomics, providing an unparalleled opportunity to study across multiple top European universities.
Crucially, this is your chance to gain world-class expertise while experiencing the cultures of up to three different European countries—all with zero financial burden.
🎓 Scholarship Programs
This scholarship specifically funds the European Master in Animal Biodiversity and Genomics (EMABG).
- Funded By: The European Union (EU).
- Degree Level: Master’s Degree, spanning 24 months (2 Years).
- Focus: Specialized training in Animal Biodiversity, Breeding, and Genomics, tackling global challenges in food security and conservation.
- Study Mobility: The program requires mobility. Consequently, you will study at a minimum of two universities from the six-partner consortium: Netherlands, Austria, Sweden, France, Germany, and Norway.
- Application Period: Finally, note that applications are open from 15 September 2025 to 15 January 2026.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this highly competitive scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Nationality
- Simply put, the scholarship is open to All Nationals worldwide.
Academic Qualification
- Firstly, you must hold a Bachelor of Science degree (minimum 180 ECTS) in Animal Science or a strongly related field (e.g., Veterinary Science, Genetics, Agriculture, Biology).
- However, if your degree is in a different discipline, you must demonstrate a strong academic background in core areas such as basic sciences (e.g., genetics, statistics) and animal production (e.g., animal breeding, nutrition).
English Proficiency
- In addition, proof of strong English command is mandatory, typically via a test score no older than two years.
- Accepted Scores:
- Academic IELTS: Minimum 7.0 overall (with a minimum of 6.5 in speaking).
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum 92 overall (with a minimum of 23 in speaking).
- Cambridge: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency.
🎁 Benefits
The Erasmus Mundus EMABG Scholarship is Fully Funded, therefore providing comprehensive financial support:
- Financial Stipend: A generous living allowance of approximately €1,400 per month for the entire 24 months of study.
- Academic Costs: Full coverage of all Tuition Fees for the program.
- Logistics & Travel: Contributions towards international Travel Costs as well as an Installation Allowance to help you settle in.
- Mandatory Costs: Full coverage for Full Insurance and Visa Costs.
📝 Requirements (Application Documents)
Before you apply, your online application must include the following completed documents in PDF format:
- To begin with, Official Academic Transcripts for your Bachelor’s degree and the Diploma/Degree Certificate.
- Furthermore, a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- A comprehensive Motivation Letter, which explains your background and preference for the study tracks.
- Two Letters of Recommendation (from previous professors or employers).
- Naturally, your valid English Language Proficiency Certificate.
- Additionally, a Scanned Copy of your Passport and Proof of Residency (a dated document issued within 12 months before the deadline).
- Finally, a mandatory 1- to 2-minute Video of Motivation.
➡️ How to Apply
First, reconfirm all academic and English language requirements.
Next, go to the official EMABG consortium website (centralized through BOKU University) to find the application database.
Then, fill out all sections of the online application form and upload all the required documents listed above.
Finally, ensure your complete application is submitted by 15 January 2026 to be considered for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship.
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