Fully Funded Erasmus Mundus EMHRPP Scholarship 2027

Summary The Erasmus Mundus Master’s Programme in Human Rights Policy and Practice (EMHRPP) is a fully funded, full-time, multidisciplinary joint master’s degree supported by the European Union. Designed for professionals and recent graduates, the program offers a unique mobility experience where students travel between four European nations to experience distinct academic cultures and legal systems while earning their degree. It prepares individuals for careers in civil society, advocacy, research, and human rights policy.

• 🎓 Erasmus Mundus EMHRPP Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded master’s scholarship program for international students offered by the European Union under the Erasmus Mundus Master’s Programme in Human Rights Policy and Practice (EMHRPP).
• 🌍 Eligible Applicants: Open to students of all nationalities, especially human rights professionals and candidates with practical experience in human rights, advocacy, research, civil society, or policy fields.
• 🏛️ Organized By: A consortium of four leading European universities, with study locations across Sweden, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Norway.
• 📚 Degree Level: Fully funded Master’s degree program focused on human rights theory, policy, practice, research methods, advocacy, and project management.
• 💼 Career Focus: The program prepares graduates for careers in human rights organizations, NGOs, international law, UN agencies, policy development, research, and program management.
• 🌐 Unique Study Experience: Students spend two years studying in multiple European countries, experiencing different academic systems, cultures, and legal frameworks while earning one joint master’s degree.
• 💰 Financial Benefits:
  • Monthly living allowance of €1,000 for 24 months (€24,000 total).
  • Full coverage of program participation costs (€9,000 for EU students and €18,000 for international students).
  • Travel, visa, and relocation expenses covered.
  • Complete health insurance for the full program duration.
  • Access to university services including healthcare, career support, libraries, computer facilities, and disability services.
  • Total scholarship value exceeds €40,000–€50,000+.
• 📖 Available Study Areas Include:
  • Human rights theory and philosophy
  • Human rights in politics and market economy
  • Research methods in human rights
  • Protection of human rights defenders
  • Social movements and NGOs
  • Cultural and ethnic perspectives on human rights
  • Report writing, project management, campaigning, and public speaking
  • Internship with a London-based human rights organization
  • Master’s thesis in Human Rights Policy and Practice
• ✅ Eligibility Criteria:
  • Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum two years of practical human rights experience through employment, internships, or volunteering.
  • English language proficiency requirement.
  • Interest in pursuing careers in human rights, international law, NGOs, or global organizations.
  • Willingness to study across four European countries for two years.

Designation Master’s Degree

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Research Area (Available Programs Offered)  

• Human rights theory and philosophy  
• Human rights in politics and the market economy  
• Research methods and methodologies for human rights  
• Human rights defenders and their protection  
• Social movements and non-governmental organizations  
• Cultural and ethnic approaches to human rights
• Report writing and project management
• Campaign creation and public speaking
• Internship with a London-based human rights organization
• Master’s thesis in Human Rights Policy and Practice

Location Sweden, Spain, United Kingdom, and Norway.

Eligibility/Qualification

• Experience: A minimum of two years of practical, relevant practitioner experience in the field of human rights (volunteer, internship, or paid employment).
• Education: A recognized Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to 180 ECTS) from an internationally recognized university or college in any field.
• Language: Must fulfill the specified English language requirements.
• Commitment: Must be enthusiastic about a career in international law, human rights, NGOs, or UN agencies, and be prepared to spend two years living and studying in four different countries.

Job Description (Career Outcomes) While this is a scholarship rather than a job, the EMHRPP program is highly applied and prepares graduates for demanding roles in the human rights sector. Students are trained for careers in civil society, human rights policy, advocacy, academic and field research, and program management, blending in-depth academic understanding with practical experience.

How to Apply

1. Check the official website starting in October 2026 for the upcoming application round.
2. Verify you meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
3. Download the scholarship application form from the Costs and Scholarships page and prepare your motivation letter carefully using the provided template.
4. Request two strong reference letters well in advance.
5. Register on the Swedish University Admissions portal.
6. Upload all required documents (Academic transcripts, Degree certificates, CV, Motivation Letter, Proof of work experience and residence, English certificate, Personal Statement, etc.) and submit your completed application alongside the scholarship form before the deadline.

Last Date for Apply The exact deadline for the 2027 intake is not specified yet, but applications will officially open in October 2026.