Erasmus Mundus Master in Manufacturing 4.0 (meta4.0) 2026

Introduction

Are you an engineering graduate looking to pioneer the future of Industry 4.0? Do you want to build your expertise across multiple European countries while having your full tuition covered? The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Manufacturing 4.0 (meta4.0) is now accepting applications for its next cohort, and it may be exactly what you are looking for.

This two-year, fully English-taught Master’s programme is jointly offered by a consortium of six prestigious universities in France, Italy, Norway, Slovenia, and Germany. Designed to address the critical skills gap in the manufacturing sector—where 70% of companies struggle to find experts—meta4.0 provides theoretical, applied, and lab-based training in digital, clean, sustainable, and smart manufacturing.

Read on to discover if you qualify for the consortium scholarships, what the academic track involves, and how to submit a strong application before the February 15 deadline.

Quick Overview

Provider	Erasmus+ (meta4.0 Consortium)
Country / Location	France, Italy, Norway, Slovenia, Germany
Program Type	Scholarship
Study Level	Master’s Degree (120 ECTS)
Funding	Fully Funded
Open To	All Nationalities
Deadline	February 15

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Fields of Study & Specializations

The meta4.0 programme covers the following key manufacturing tracks:

• Fundamentals of Manufacturing & Materials (Year 1: France & Italy)
• Digital Manufacturing (Year 2: Norway)
• Clean Manufacturing (Year 2: Slovenia)
• Sustainable Manufacturing (Year 2: France)
• Smart Manufacturing (Year 2: Germany)

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Participating Universities

You will study across multiple European universities, earning multiple degrees depending on your specialization track:

University / Institution	Country	Programs / Fields
Ecole Centrale de Lyon	France	Mechanical Engineering (Fundamentals)
Polytechnic University of Turin	Italy	Materials Engineering for Industry 4.0
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)	Norway	Sustainable & Digital Manufacturing
University of Ljubljana	Slovenia	Mechanical & Clean Engineering
Mines Saint-Etienne	France	Materials Science and Engineering
Technical University of Chemnitz	Germany	Advanced & Smart Manufacturing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply if I am in the final year of my Bachelor’s degree?

Yes, applications from students in their final year are accepted conditionally. You must confirm your graduation before July 31 of the corresponding call year.

What is the math requirement and how do I prove it?

You need a minimum of 135 face-to-face teaching hours in math, statistics, or numerical analysis. You must upload a document (prepared by you or your university) calculating these hours and underlining the relevant courses on your transcript.

Is an English test required if my Bachelor’s was taught in English?

Applicants who completed their studies entirely in English are exempt from submitting a test score ONLY if their university is located in specific eligible countries (e.g., India, Pakistan, Nigeria, UK, USA, Australia, etc.). You must provide an official medium of instruction letter to claim this waiver.

When preparing your application, you will need to gather the following documents

Europass format CV

Copy of passport (identification page) and 1 passport-type photograph

Copies of degree certificates/diplomas (with official English translation)

Academic transcripts of records and diploma supplement

Evidence of English proficiency

Evidence of mathematics level (transcript with math lessons underlined and calculation of hours)

Proof of residence (issued less than 3 months before application, in English)

The meta4.0 questionnaire (12 mandatory questions on the application platform)

One recommendation letter (submitted directly by the referee)

Motivation video (maximum 3 minutes, MP4) or a recorded PPT presentation with voice narration

To be eligible for the meta4.0 programme, you must meet all of the following requirements:

Academic Requirements

Hold a Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree (equivalent to 180 ECTS) in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or Mechatronics.

Possess an average grade of ‘B’ or higher on the ECTS grading scale.

Provide documentation proving participation in a minimum of 135 face-to-face hours of teaching in mathematics or related subjects (e.g., statistics, probability, applied mathematics, optimization, numerical analysis).

Language Requirements

You must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following tests (not older than 2 years):

IELTS: 6.5 overall (min 6.0 in each competency)

TOEFL iBT: 95+ (or 600 PBT/250 CBT)

Cambridge English First (FCE) or CEF-level B2: Grade A or B

TOEIC: 800+

Note: Waivers exist if your previous English-taught degree was completed in select countries (e.g., USA, UK, Canada, Australia, India, Pakistan, Nigeria, etc.) with an official medium of instruction letter.

If you are selected for the meta4.0 Master programme, here is what your funding package includes under the Erasmus Mundus or Consortium Scholarship:

Full coverage of tuition fees (normally €18,000 for Partner countries and €9,000 for Programme countries).

Full coverage of library, laboratory, and other mandatory participation costs.

Comprehensive health and liability insurance package for the duration of the programme.

If you are interested in applying for the meta4.0 Master programme, follow these steps carefully:

Verify you meet all academic, language, and math hour requirements before applying.

Prepare your CV, motivation video, and organize your recommendation letter referee.

Register an account on the meta4.0 online application portal and complete the mandatory questionnaire.

Upload all necessary documents translated into English before the February 15 deadline.

Apply Now →

For more information, please visit the

meta4.0 official website.