Applications are now open for the Erasmus Mundus GEM Scholarship 2027, a fully funded Master’s programme in Geo Information Science and Earth Observation for Environmental Modelling and Management. The programme is open to students from all nationalities and lasts two years, starting in September 2027. You will study at two European universities in the Netherlands, Sweden, Belgium or Estonia and graduate with a double degree.
The scholarship covers your tuition fees, insurance and a monthly allowance of about EUR 1,400. There is no application fee, and you do not need a separate scholarship form because every complete application is considered automatically. The deadline is 15 January 2027 at 23:59 CET. Bachelor’s graduates in fields such as Geography, Environmental Science, Urban Planning, Computer Science and Engineering can apply. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.
Key Details:
- Degree Level: Master’s (MSc)
- Funding Type: Fully funded
- Host Countries: Netherlands, Sweden, Belgium and Estonia
- Language of Study: English
- Open to All Nationalities: Yes
- Application Fee: None
- Application Deadline: 15 January 2027, 23:59 CET
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What This Scholarship Offers:
- You receive full tuition coverage.
- A monthly allowance of about EUR 1,400
- Insurance is included.
- You graduate with degrees from two European universities,
- You spend year 1 and year 2 in different European countries.
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Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants from any country can apply.
- You need a bachelor’s degree in a field that matches your chosen track.
- There is no age limit.
- Work experience is not required.
- You need proof of English. IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each section is the usual requirement, and approved alternative tests may be accepted.
- Your English result must be official by the application deadline.
- You must choose one study track when you apply.
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Programs Available:
Applicants with a background in any of these fields are eligible:
- Urban Planning
- Geography
- Environmental Science
- Civil Engineering
- Data Science
- Earth Sciences
- Computer Science
- Geoinformatics
- Engineering
- Ecology
- Earth Observation
- Climatology
Study Tracks:
You choose one of four tracks, and each one uses two partner universities:
- Geospatial Planner: University of Tartu (Estonia) and University of Twente (Netherlands)
- Geospatial Analyst: University of Tartu (Estonia) and UCLouvain (Belgium)
- Geospatial Developer: Lund University (Sweden) and University of Twente (Netherlands)
- Geospatial Modeller: Lund University (Sweden) and UCLouvain (Belgium)
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Documents Required:
- Academic documents, including transcripts and degree certificate
- English language certificate
- Passport
- CV using the GEM template, maximum two pages
- Financial plan, with funding questions answered in euros
Important Dates:
- 1 October 2026: Applications open
- 15 January 2027: Application deadline and last day for official English results
- February to March 2027: Evaluation and shortlisting
- By 31 March 2027: Scholarship results announced
- September 2027: Programme begins
How to Apply:
- Visit the official GEM website and read the study guide to compare the four tracks.
- Choose the track that matches your degree and career goals.
- Take your English test early so your official result is ready before the deadline.
- Prepare your documents, including your CV on the GEM template.
- Create an account on the DreamApply portal and fill in the online application form.
- Upload all documents and submit before 15 January 2027, 23:59 CET.
- If you are shortlisted, complete the recorded interview you are invited to.
Important Links:
- GEM Study Guide (PDF): https://www.gem-msc.eu/about-gem-msc/gem-msc-study-guide-2026.pdf
- GEM Student Handbook: https://www.gem-msc.eu/Student-Experience/
- GEM Programme Video by Lund University: https://vimeo.com/519472061
- University of Twente, Faculty of ITC: https://www.itc.nl/
- Lund University: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/
- University of Tartu: https://ut.ee/en
- UCLouvain: https://www.uclouvain.be/fr
- Contact Email: [email protected]
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