Membrane Engineering for Sustainable Development MESD

To be eligible for application (admission and scholarship), students must meet the following conditions:

Hold a Bologna undergraduate degree or a bachelor's degree in chemistry, physics, materials engineering, chemical engineering, biochemical engineering, or an equivalent degree, from a recognized college, university or technical school. Alternatively, recognized professional experience in these fields may be accepted. Students in their final year of study may be admitted provided they submit their diploma certificate and official transcripts prior to registration.
Provide proof of proficiency in English, preferably through TOEFL or IELTS. Other official proof may be accepted. Please consult the list of documents (Minimum required level CEFR, Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: B2).
Submit a complete application form with all required documents. Candidates must complete the application form and submit it exclusively online (see https://mesd.edu.umontpellier.fr/ for full procedure).

There is one application process for both scholarship and self-paying students. By applying, all candidates will automatically be considered for an EMJM scholarship - no separate application is needed. See: https://mesd.edu.umontpellier.fr/how-to-apply/

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Scholarship (EMJM) is designed to help students cover the costs of participating in the MESD Master's program. It offers financial assistance covering travel, visa, accommodation and living expenses, enabling students to concentrate on their studies without financial worries.

EMJM grant :

Monthly stipend of 1,400 euros/month to cover living expenses, calculated over the 24-month duration of the program.
The scholarship covers all activities required to complete the program, including study, research, internships and dissertation preparation.
Scholarships are open to students from all over the world. The MESD consortium is committed to maintaining a geographical balance*, ensuring a fair representation of students of various nationalities.

*EMJM scholarships can be offered to students from all over the world. However, consortia must ensure geographical balance, i.e. no more than 10% of the total number of scholarships awarded during project implementation must be to applicants of the same nationality (this rule does not apply to additional scholarships for targeted regions of the world, where applicable)."

MESD students benefit from exclusive access to internships, company visits and a global network of research laboratories and industrial partners.
These unique opportunities not only enhance their employability, but also provide them with the skills and experience they need to excel in the job market upon graduation.
MESD graduates enjoy a high rate of employability, supported by a strong professional network and hands-on learning experiences built into the program. 90% of graduates are employed within a year of graduation
Most students publish their first research paper during the program, accelerating their careers in academia and industry.