Applications for the 2026 Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship are now open for all international students. The NOHA Joint Master’s Program in International Humanitarian Action is a two-year, 120-ECTS master’s degree created for graduates who want to work in humanitarian aid, disaster response, or international development. It is jointly offered by a network of European universities and involves studying in at least two different countries.
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Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship Summary
| Host Countries | France, Spain, Poland, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden, Malta |
| Program Name | Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree Programme in International Humanitarian Action |
| Funded By | European Union |
| Eligible Nationalities | All |
| Degree Level | Master’s |
| Scholarship Duration | 2 Years |
| Deadline | Mentioned Below |
Participating Universities in the Erasmus Mundus NOHA
- Aix-Marseille University (France)
- University of Deusto (Spain)
- University of Warsaw (Poland)
- Ruhr University Bochum (Germany)
- University College Dublin (Ireland)
- University of Groningen (Netherlands)
- Uppsala University (Sweden)
- University of Malta (Malta)
Note: This is the list of Home/European Universities in the third semester you will learn at the NOHA Global Partners.
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Benefits of the Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship
- Erasmus Mundus full scholarships (€1,400/month + travel & tuition coverage)
- Study in multiple EU countries
- Gain hands-on field experience
- Access to a large humanitarian professional network (3,500+ alumni)
- Multilingual and multicultural learning environment
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Tracks/Study Structure of the Erasmus Mundus NOHA Program
- Semester 1: Foundation Period at your home university
- Semester 2: Specialisation Period at a host university
- Semester 3: Field/Regional Training or Internship
- Semester 4: Research & Master’s Thesis
Mobility is mandatory for students to study in at least two different countries.
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Eligibility Requirements for the Erasmus Mundus NOHA
- Bachelor’s degree (EQF Level 6, 180 ECTS) in a relevant discipline: social sciences, humanities, law, management, engineering, medical, or food sciences.
- English proficiency:
- TOEFL iBT more than 93 (score ≥ 24 writing, no component less than 20)
- IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0)
- Cambridge C1/C2 accepted
- French C1 if applying to Aix-Marseille; Spanish B2 for Deusto.
- Must study in at least two countries (physical mobility required).
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Selection Process of the Erasmus Mundus NOHA Program
Applications are reviewed by the Joint Admissions Board, which includes one representative from each partner university and is chaired by the Joint Program Coordinator. The Secretariat first checks eligibility and completeness. Each partner university’s NOHA Selection Committee makes a preliminary shortlist.
The Joint Admissions Board then finalizes the list of admitted students after evaluating all eligible applications. Candidates receive official results by March, and unsuccessful applicants can appeal within 7 days of receiving the decision.
Required Documents for NOHA Erasmus Mundus
- Completed online application form
- Bachelor’s degree and transcripts
- Proof of English (and French/Spanish, if required)
- Passport copy
- Motivation letter
- CV (preferably in Europass format)
- Two reference letters
- Proof of work/volunteer experience (if any)
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How to Apply for the Erasmus Mundus NOHA Scholarship
- Apply online through: apply.nohanet.org
- Upload all required documents before the deadline.
- Choose your preferred home and host universities.
- Submit before:
- Erasmus Mundus Scholarship deadline: mid-December
- Self-funded application deadline: April/July (varies by year)
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview.
Application Timeline of the Erasmus Mundus NOHA
- 1 October 2025: Applications open for the 2026–2028 NOHA Master’s cohort.
- 15 December 2025 (23:59 GMT): Deadline for Erasmus Mundus scholarship applications.
- Early January 2026: Ineligible candidates are informed and have 7 days to appeal.
- March 2026: Selected, non-selected, and reserve-list candidates are notified after final evaluation. Rejected applicants can appeal within 7 days or switch to self-funded status.
- 1 April 2026: Central application deadline for all ordinary candidates.
- 1 July 2026: Final deadline for non-EU citizens or applicants without valid EU residence permits.
- July 2026: Official notification for selected and non-selected self-funded candidates.
