EMJMD Scholarships for Groundwater and Global Change in the Netherlands (Fully Funded)

Erasmus+ Master’s Degree Scholarships (EMJMD) are available for Groundwater and Global Change (GroundwatCh) from 2024 to 2027. About 15 Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree scholarships are available competitively each year. The scholarships will be offered for four intakes over four years (approximately 60 scholarships for intakes beginning in 2024-2027).

Scholarships are available in partner and program countries. You fall into one of these categories, depending on your nationality. You can check which category is the best fit for you.

About the Groundwater and Global Change (GroundwatCh) Program:

The curriculum of the GroundWatCh program assists students in digging into various fields, including groundwater hydrology, climate sciences, and groundwater use, to address global climate change through adaptation strategies.

IHE Delft, the Technical University of Dresden in Germany, and the University of Lisbon in Portugal jointly offer this program.

Requirements of the EMJMD Scholarships for GroundwatCh

There are separate sets of requirements for admission to EMJMD Scholarships for GroundwatCh and Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Scholarships as follows:

Scholarship Requirements:

• Scholarships are only available to private or natural persons (to whom Erasmus provides a tuition fee invoice), not to employers, governments, or other scholarship sponsors.
• All other expenditures, such as insurance, visas, travel, and the cost of living and accommodation for the next 24 months, are not part of the scholarship, and proof of funding for these fees in the form of bank statements is obligatory.

Admission Requirements:

• Proof of successful completion of a first higher education degree in a B.Sc. (equivalent to 180 credit points under the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS)) is necessary.
• Students should prove a high final grade or GPA of minimum B/B+ (US System) or at least 2nd upper (UK System)
• A bachelor’s degree in one of the following subjects: civil or environmental engineering, geosciences, environmental sciences, limnology, oceanography, geography, geology, or natural resources
• Adequate academic knowledge of mathematics and water-related subjects is essential.
• Be from one of the countries mentioned in the EU List of Classified Countries and Regions
• Proof of an internationally recognized English language tests:

IELTS (academic):

• Overall: ≥6.0 (regular/joint MSc), ≥6.5 (research MSc)
• Writing: ≥6.0 (normal/joint MSc), ≥6.5 (research MSc)

TOEIC:

• Total overall: ≥960 (regular/joint MSc), ≥1220 (research MSc)
• Writing: ≥150(regular/joint MSc), ≥175 (research MSc)

TOEFL:            

• iBT Internet-based: ≥80 overall and ≥17 for writing (regular/joint MSc), ≥90 overall and ≥20 for writing (research MSc)
• iBT Home Edition: ≥80 overall and ≥17 for writing (regular/joint MSc), ≥90 overall and ≥20 for writing (research MSc)

Cambridge:

• CPE/C2 Proficiency: Grades A, B, and C (regular/joint MSc), Grades A, B and C (research MSc)
• CAE/C1 Advanced: Grades A, B, and C (regular/joint MSc), Grades A and B or ≥176 (research MSc)

Note:

IHE Delft does not ask for language proof from nationals of these countries provided the applicants have completed their Bachelor’s degree in English: Australia, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Canada, Cook Islands, Eswatini, Gambia, Ghana, Guyana, India, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Malawi, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Philippines, Singapore, South Africa, St Vincent and Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago, Uganda, UK, USA, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Check more details here.

Admission and Evaluation Procedure

• IHE Delft conducts the initial eligibility check for admissions.
• All participating institutions recognize legalized documents.
• Minimum GPA varies by country, as defined by IHE Delft.
• A shortlist of 100 scholarship-eligible applicants is created based on academic relevance, university ranking, and motivation letters.
• Each shortlisted applicant receives evaluations from all three consortium partners.
• Evaluation criteria include:
  • Up to 25 points for overall degree grade and university ranking.
  • Up to 40 points for relevant subject marks, prior Master’s degree, years since graduation, work experience, extra qualifications, and fellowship impact.
  • Up to 25 points for the motivation letter.
  • Up to 10 points for two recommendation letters.
• Scores are objectively calculated and compiled by the JOMC chairperson.
• Final evaluations are discussed among partners via video conference, with consideration of the fellowship’s added value.
• A selection memo is prepared detailing the decision process and signed by the coordinators.
• Two final lists are created: one for approved applicants and one for a reserve list.
• Admission letters are sent to those awarded grants; non-scholarship applicants are still accepted academically.
• All students must have adequate English proficiency; additional language courses are offered.
• Upon completion, students receive multiple degrees from accredited, mutually recognized partner universities.
• Applicants can appeal decisions within seven days of notification, justifying to the Committee via email. Final decisions on appeals are communicated within 14 days.

All candidates should submit the following supporting documents

Certified copy of academic diploma with English translation

Certified copy of the academic transcript with English translation

Curriculum Vitae

Two Letter of Recommendation

Result of an English language test (if required, see English language requirements)

Please check the GroundwatCh website for more information about the EMJMD Scholarships in IHE Delft.

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EMJMD Scholarships offer the following benefits for successful applicants of the Groundwater and Global Change (GroundwatCh):

Students’ participation costs, including tuition fees, library and laboratory charges, full insurance coverage, and any other obligatory costs associated with the student’s participation in the Master’s program

A monthly grant of EUR 1,400 for subsistence, student travel, and installation fees for the whole two-year term of the EMJMD study program

Students with disabilities may be eligible to contribute to individual needs up to a specified limit if they meet the basic eligibility requirements outlined in the grant agreement.

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Complete and submit the online application form on the link below to apply for admission to the GroundwatCh program and EMJMD Scholarships.

Make sure you have all of the documentation to upload before you begin applying online. The Erasmus Mundus scholarship does not require a separate application.

You must select the EMJMD Scholarships in the question on the application form, where you indicate how you want to finance your studies.