Erasmus Mundus Global Studies

All abouth the admission

Please note: Admission is managed by the University of Leipzig. Regardless of your preferred study location, all applications must be submitted to Leipzig University. For inquiries, please contact the EMGS Office at:

Stephan Kaschner (University of Leipzig, EMGS Coordinator)
em(at)uni-leipzig.de

  • Admission Criteria

    • Bachelor’s degree in the humanities or social sciences, with a minimum of 15% global studies–relevant courses, e.g. courses in the field of History, Area Studies, Economics, Cultural Studies, Sociology, Political Science and Human Geography.
    • Proficiency in English (needs to be proven with an official English certificate)
    • Knowledge of another foreign language at the A2 level (to be proven with an official certificate or equivalent proof) 

  • Application Deadlines & Tuition Fees

    • March 15, 2025 (for Erasmus Mundus scholarship)
    • May 31, 2025 (without scholarship)
    • Tuition fees are €2300 per year.
    • The fees cover the participation in all courses offered within the EMGS programme and includes support for administrative and organisational issues.
    • For scholarships, please see below.
    • Admission Deadline Summer Semester 2026:

  • Scholarships

    1. Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
      This scholarship covers all tuition fees as well as a living allowance of €1,400 per month and basic medical coverage. It is given to highly qualified applicants only. Please note that the application deadline is March 15, 2025. For more information get in contact with the University of Leipzig (em(at)uni-leipzig.de) and check the scholarship website.

       
    2. Erasmus+ Grant
      If you are admitted to the EMGS program without an EMGS Mundus Scholarship, you can apply for an Erasmus+ grant, offering €500-600 monthly support for your second EMGS year. Remember, apply through your first-year university. Additional details will be provided by the local administrative coordinator at each university.