Erasmus Mundus Choreomundus Master Scholarship 2027 in Europe
The Erasmus Mundus Choreomundus Scholarship 2027 offers international students a funded opportunity to pursue a two-year Master’s degree program across leading European universities. Coordinated by Vytautas Magnus University in Lithuania alongside academic institutions in Greece, France, and the UK, this program explores dance, physical culture, and movement practices as forms of living heritage and practical knowledge.
Program Summary
Choreomundus—officially titled the Erasmus Mundus Master in Dance and Movement as Practical Knowledge and Heritage—invites candidates from across the globe to analyze the cultural, historical, and social significance of human movement. Beyond traditional studio dance training, the curriculum focuses on field research, ethnochoreology, documentation, and academic analysis of movement traditions, ritual games, martial arts, and contemporary movement sports.
Designation
Degree Level: Master of Arts / Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD)
Program Overview Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Erasmus Mundus Master in Dance and Movement as Practical Knowledge and Heritage (Choreomundus) |
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree (2 Years) |
| Financial Coverage | Funded (€1,400/month stipend + €18,000 tuition fee waiver) |
| Coordinating Institution | Vytautas Magnus University (Lithuania) |
| Eligible Nationalities | Open to all international applicants |
| Application Deadline | January 15, 2027 |
Research Area and Academic Focus
The Choreomundus master’s curriculum centers on practical movement knowledge, intangible cultural heritage, and social analysis. Main research themes include:
- Dance analysis, structural movement systems, and ethnochoreology
- Traditional rituals, folk games, and martial arts heritage
- Contemporary and Olympic movement sports evaluated as heritage (e.g., breaking, snowboarding)
- Heritage documentation, archival techniques, and anthropological field methods
Location and Host Institutions
Students undertake study tracks across four European universities:
- Lithuania: Vytautas Magnus University (VMU), Kaunas (Coordinating Institution – Semester 1)
- Greece: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) (Semester 2 – Focus on Dance and Movement Analysis)
- France: Université Clermont Auvergne (UCA), Clermont-Ferrand (Semester 3 – Focus on Heritage and Documentation)
- United Kingdom: University of Roehampton (UR), London (Semester 4 alternative final track option)
Eligibility and Qualification Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the following entry standards to qualify for selection:
- Academic Background: A recognized Bachelor’s degree (preferably in the social sciences, humanities, or related fields) with a academic record equivalent to at least a 60% CGPA (European Grade C). Applicants with relevant non-humanities degrees and extensive practical background will also be considered.
- Practical Experience: Demonstrated involvement in movement traditions, choreography, teaching, martial arts, ritual practices, or athletic disciplines.
- Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English at a minimum B2 level. Candidates pursuing the University of Roehampton track require an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall (with at least 5.5 in each module).
- Practical Portfolio: Submission of a 3-minute video highlighting personal movement work along with a 2-page original analytical essay examining the submitted video.
Scholarship Description and Funding Details
The European Commission provides 17 primary scholarships for the 2027 entry cohort. Key benefits for full scholarship holders include:
- Monthly Allowance: €1,400 per month for 24 months (totaling €33,600).
- Tuition Waiver: Full coverage of degree program tuition fees valued at €18,000.
Additional qualified applicants may receive a tuition waiver offer without the monthly living stipend. Such applicants are advised to secure independent funding for living and travel costs.
Selection Criteria
Applications are reviewed by the program selection committee based on three weighted criteria:
- Academic Record (40%): Academic results, degree classification, and transcripts.
- Portfolio (30%): Europass CV, 2 signed recommendation letters, practice video, and analytical essay.
- Motivation (30%): Personal motivation letter outlining relevance to future career objectives.
How to Apply
To submit your application for the Erasmus Mundus Choreomundus Scholarship, complete the following steps:
- Prepare all required application documents, including your Europass CV, letter of motivation, academic transcripts, degree certificates, passport copy, and two signed letters of recommendation.
- Record a 3-minute video demonstrating your personal movement practice. Embed the accessible video URL into a Word or PDF document alongside your self-written analytical essay (maximum two pages).
- Request your university registrar to email an official copy of your academic transcript directly to the program admissions office.
- Fill out the official online submission form prior to the stated deadline. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in a 5-minute online interview via Zoom or Teams.
To access official program instructions and start your submission, Apply Here.
Last Date for Apply
The official deadline to submit applications for the Erasmus Mundus Choreomundus Scholarship 2027 is January 15, 2027. Applicants are urged to complete all uploads and arrange transcript verifications early.