Erasmus Mundus DAFM Scholarship 2025
Applications are now open for the Erasmus Mundus DAFM Scholarship 2025/27. This is a fully funded, two-year Master’s Degree Program supported by the European Union, focusing on sustainable agriculture, food production, and food technology in the Danube region. Known as the Danube AgriFood Master (DAFM) program, this prestigious scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for students worldwide to study in some of the most reputed universities across Europe without paying any application fees. Additionally, IELTS is not mandatory if the applicant submits proof of English language proficiency from their previous institution.
Participants will study in multiple European countries, including Hungary, Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Serbia, and Croatia, with all expenses covered under the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship. Below are the key details.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Countries: Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Romania, Serbia, and Croatia
- Program Name: Danube AgriFood Master (DAFM)
- Degree Level: Master’s Degree
- Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)
- Number of Scholarships: 20
- Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
About the Erasmus Mundus DAFM Scholarship
The DAFM Joint Master Degree is designed to tackle challenges posed by climate change and to support sustainable development as a means to protect livelihoods. Using the Danube region as a model, the program demonstrates strategies that can be applied to other riparian regions globally.
Benefits of the Erasmus Mundus DAFM Scholarship
The Erasmus Mundus DAFM Scholarship covers all essential costs for the program, including:
- Monthly stipend for living expenses
- Full coverage of participation fees
- Tuition fees
- Travel expenses
- Accommodation costs
- Visa fees
- Additional living expenses
Program Locations
Participants will study across leading institutions in:
- Hungary
- Austria
- Czech Republic
- Slovakia
- Romania
- Serbia
- Croatia
Affiliated Universities
The program is hosted by renowned universities in Europe, including:
- Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE) – Hungary
- Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (CZU) – Czech Republic
- University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) – Austria
- University of Zagreb (UNIZG) – Croatia
- University of Life Sciences “King Michael I” from Timisoara (ULST) – Romania
- Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (SUA) – Slovakia
- University of Novi Sad (UNS) – Serbia
Program Structure
- Year 1 (M1): Students will start their studies at either the Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague (CZU), or the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Gödöllő (MATE).
- Year 2 (M2): Participants will choose from one of the following institutions for their second year:
- University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU) – Austria
- University of Zagreb, Faculty of Agriculture (UNIZG) – Croatia
- University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Agriculture (UNS) – Serbia
- University of Life Sciences “King Michael I” from Timisoara (ULST) – Romania
- Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (SUA) – Slovakia
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Erasmus Mundus DAFM Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Open to applicants from all countries worldwide.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Final-year undergraduate students can also apply (for non-European applicants).
- Relevant fields include Agriculture, Food Science, Biotechnology, Environmental Studies, Forestry, Bio-Resources Management, Landscape Architecture, and related disciplines.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Reference letters
- Motivation letter
How to Apply
The application process is entirely online, and interested candidates are encouraged to carefully review the official website for detailed guidelines and application submission.
Deadline: January 31, 2025.
Start your application now to be part of this transformative learning experience across Europe.