EMship Erasmus mundus joint masters scholarship
EMship Master’s Programme & Scholarship Opportunity
Open to All Nationalities | English-Taught Programme
🌟 Program Overview
The EMship Programme is an advanced, English-taught international master’s program designed for aspiring engineers specializing in mechanical engineering, electromechanical engineering, naval architecture, marine technology, or related disciplines.
There are no nationality restrictions, welcoming applicants from across the globe. Tuition fees and scholarship availability vary based on applicant profiles.
🎓 Admission Requirements
1. Academic Requirements
Eligible Degrees: Bachelor’s degree or recognized equivalent (minimum 3 years full-time study or 180 ECTS credits) in mechanical engineering, electromechanical engineering, naval architecture, marine technology, or a related discipline.
Exclusions: Marine engineers (STCW) and Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (bachelor program of ing. in Belgium) are not eligible for the program.
Final-Year Students: Students in their final year of study at the time of application are eligible to apply (subject to an official enrollment certificate and most recent transcripts). The required degree must be obtained prior to the start of the programme.
2. Required Coursework Breakdown
In the application form, candidates must detail coursework (name, year, credits, and a 2-line description) across key domains:
Mathematics: Numerical, analytics, etc. (high proficiency required)
Programming & Engineering Software: Python, Matlab, CFD, FEM, CAD, etc.
Mechanical Engineering: Structure analysis, dynamics of mechanical systems, etc.
Thermofluids: Thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid mechanics, etc.
Naval Architecture (Optional/Non-compulsory): Offshore structures, shipbuilding, hydrostatics, ship stability, etc.
3. English Language Proficiency
As an English-taught programme, applicants must submit a valid English language certificate (no more than 2 years old, or up to 3.5 years for Cambridge certificates). Accepted certificates include:
Test / CertificateMinimum Score Requirement
IELTS AcademicOverall score of 6.5 (min. 6.0 in each section)
TOEFL-iBT / Home EditionOverall score of 92 (min. 20 in each section; MyBest Score not accepted)
Trinity ISE IIDistinctions in all four components
Cambridge CAE / CPETotal score of 176 (min. 169 in each component)
PTE AcademicOverall score of 62 (min. 59 in each component)
4. Degree Legalization
Selected candidates must provide duly legalized copies of their diploma and transcripts through appropriate diplomatic channels (Belgian Embassy, Apostille via the Hague Treaty, or Certified Copy agreements). Non-English documents must be accompanied by certified English translations. Chinese degree holders must also complete the APS screening.
📋 Application Checklist & Procedure
The 4-Step Application Process
Determine Eligibility: Review academic and language prerequisites.
Submit Application Form: Complete and submit the online application form before the official deadline.
Prepare Documentation: Gather all required academic, personal, and legal documents.
Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates evaluated positively by the selection committee will be invited for an online interview.
Required Document Checklist
Passport photo
Copy of passport (or official EEA identification proof)
Europass CV
Personal Statement
Legalized Bachelor’s Degree (original + certified English translation)
Bachelor’s Transcript of Records (certified copy + certified English translation)
Valid English Language Certificate
2 Reference Letters (submitted directly to references@emship.eu)
📅 Key Deadlines & Timeline
Application TrackSubmission DeadlineSelection OutcomeInterview Timeline
Scholarship ApplicantsJanuary 31End of MarchMarch
Self-Funded (Requiring Visa)April 1End of JunePost-review
Self-Funded (No Visa Needed)June 1End of JunePost-review
Note: Applications open annually on October 1st.
⚖️ Appeals Procedure
Applicants may file an appeal regarding the procedural correctness of the selection process (not the academic outcome) within 15 working days of receiving notification from the EMship secretariat.
