Applications are now open for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development (ILSPSD) 2027–2029. This fully funded European scholarship offers eligible international students an opportunity to pursue a two-year master’s degree across leading universities in Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom, Belgium, Portugal, and Estonia.
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master scholarship is designed for graduates interested in international law, diplomacy, human rights, global security, peacebuilding, and sustainable development. Successful scholarship recipients can receive full tuition fee coverage and a monthly allowance of €1,400 for up to 24 months, alongside support for travel, accommodation, and health insurance under the applicable scholarship conditions.
With an interdisciplinary curriculum, international study experience, and opportunities for practical training, the ILSPSD programme offers a valuable pathway for graduates seeking careers in international organisations, government institutions, legal practice, research, and global policy.
Scholarship Overview
- Programme: International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development (ILSPSD)
- Scholarship: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarship
- Study Period: 2027–2029
- Duration: 24 months
- Funding Type: Fully funded for selected scholarship recipients
- Degree Level: Master’s degree
- Host Countries: Germany, Spain, United Kingdom, Belgium, Portugal, and Estonia
- Participating Universities: Six European higher education institutions
- Language of Instruction: English
- Credits: 120 ECTS
- Eligible Applicants: International students from all countries, subject to admission requirements
- Scholarship Application Deadline: 4 January 2027 at 23:59 CET
- Self-Funded Application Deadline: 31 March 2027 at 23:59 CEST
About the Erasmus Mundus International Law Scholarship
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development is a two-year postgraduate programme that explores the relationship between international law, political affairs, peace, security, and environmental sustainability.
The programme brings together six European universities and approximately 30 associated partners to prepare graduates to address complex international challenges. Students examine subjects such as armed conflict, international human rights, migration, climate change, global governance, and international security.
Unlike a conventional master’s degree delivered at a single institution, this programme offers a multinational learning experience. Students move between participating universities, develop cross-cultural perspectives, and gain exposure to different European academic environments.
The programme is particularly relevant for graduates who want to contribute to international diplomacy, conflict resolution, legal research, humanitarian affairs, policymaking, and sustainable development initiatives.
Study in Germany, Spain, the UK, Belgium, Portugal and Estonia
Students follow a structured academic pathway across participating European institutions.
- First semester – Germany: All students begin at Leuphana University of Lüneburg, studying International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development through an LL.M. or M.A. pathway.
- Second semester – Spain: Students proceed to the Institut Barcelona d’Estudis Internacionals (IBEI) to explore theories of international security.
- Third and fourth semesters – Specialisation: Students select one of four available tracks at the University of Glasgow in the United Kingdom, Université libre de Bruxelles in Belgium, Universidade NOVA de Lisboa in Portugal, or the University of Tartu in Estonia.
Students remain at their selected specialisation institution during the final semester while completing their master’s dissertation.
Depending on the selected academic pathway and the participating institutions’ requirements, graduates may receive joint, double, or multiple master’s degrees.
Please note that the programme includes study in Spain as well as the other participating countries. Scholarship funding and travel arrangements should be checked against the official programme conditions.
Benefits of the Fully Funded Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
Selected Erasmus Mundus scholarship recipients can benefit from the following:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the programme under the scholarship terms.
- A monthly living allowance of €1,400 for up to 24 months.
- Financial support related to travel, accommodation, and health insurance in accordance with the applicable scholarship conditions.
- The opportunity to study at multiple European universities.
- Access to an international academic network involving participating institutions and associated partners.
- Practical learning through summer schools, legal clinics, guest lectures, internships, and engagement with professionals.
- Advanced knowledge of international law, peacebuilding, security policy, and sustainable development.
- Opportunities to build professional relationships with students, academics, and practitioners from different countries.
The programme reports a total of 70 Erasmus Mundus scholarships across its five-year funding period. This does not mean that 70 scholarships are necessarily available for the 2027–2029 intake alone. Applicants should consult the official programme website for the current intake’s funding arrangements.
Eligibility Requirements
The Erasmus Mundus International Law master’s programme welcomes applications from candidates worldwide who satisfy its academic and language requirements.
Applicants should generally meet the following conditions:
- Hold a recognised bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification that grants access to master’s-level study.
- Have an academic background relevant to international law or a related discipline.
- Meet the programme’s requirements concerning prior legal education, including any specified minimum background in law.
- Demonstrate proficiency in English according to the accepted language requirements.
- Satisfy any additional admission conditions established by the selected specialisation university.
Relevant academic backgrounds may include law, international relations, political science, European studies, war studies, and related disciplines, subject to the programme’s specific admission rules.
Candidates without the required legal background should carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying. A degree in a related field does not automatically guarantee admission.
The programme is open to applicants from all countries, but admission and scholarship selection remain competitive.
Required Documents
Applicants should consult the official application guide for the definitive document checklist. Depending on their academic background and circumstances, they may need to prepare:
- Academic transcripts and bachelor’s degree certificate, or accepted evidence of expected graduation.
- Curriculum vitae (CV) detailing education, relevant experience, research, and achievements.
- Motivation letter or statement of purpose, if required.
- Proof of English-language proficiency, where applicable.
- Valid passport or other accepted identification.
- Recommendation letters or supporting academic documents, if requested.
- Additional documents required by the programme or chosen specialisation university.
Prepare clear, accurate documents and ensure that your qualifications meet the stated admission requirements before submitting the online application.
Application Deadlines
There are two important deadlines for the 2027–2029 intake:
- Erasmus Mundus scholarship applicants: 4 January 2027 at 23:59 Central European Time (CET).
- Self-funded applicants: 31 March 2027 at 23:59 Central European Summer Time (CEST).
If you intend to study with full scholarship funding, aim to complete your application well before 4 January 2027 to allow time to check your documents and resolve any submission issues.
Always verify the deadline and time zone on the official website before submitting your application.
How to Apply for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027–2029
Follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official ILSPSD programme website: https://master-international-law-erasmusmundus.eu/
- Read the admission requirements, scholarship information, and application instructions carefully.
- Confirm that your academic qualifications and English-language proficiency satisfy the programme criteria.
- Review the available specialisation tracks and their individual admission requirements.
- Prepare your academic records, CV, and other required supporting documents.
- Complete the online application through the official application portal coordinated by Leuphana University of Lüneburg on behalf of the consortium.
- Submit your application before the applicable deadline and follow any instructions provided by the admissions team.
Applicants seeking Erasmus Mundus scholarship funding should pay particular attention to the earlier deadline. Submitting an application for admission does not, by itself, guarantee a scholarship.
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