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Erasmus Mundus Design Measures
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Location:EU 27, Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia, Türkiye
Funding agency:
Grantmaking entity: EACEA - Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency
Grantmaking entity type:Multilateral organization
Quick summary
Objectives: The Erasmus Mundus Design Measures aim to enhance the international dimension of the European Education Area by fostering collaboration ...
Eligibility criteria: To be eligible for the Erasmus Mundus Design Measures, the applicant must be a higher education institution located in an EU Member State or a third country associated to the programm...
Description
Topic updates
13 February 2026
PROPOSAL NUMBERS
Call ERASMUS-EDU-2026-EMJM-DESIGN has closed on 12/02/2026.
198 proposals have been submitted.
Evaluation results are expected to be communicated in July 2026.
Erasmus Mundus Design Measures
TOPIC ID: ERASMUS-EDU-2026-EMJM-DESIGN
Type of grant: Call for proposals
General information
Programme: Erasmus (ERASMUS )
Call: Erasmus Mundus Design Measures (ERASMUS-EDU-2026-EMJM-DESIGN)
Type of action: ERASMUS-LS ERASMUS Lump Sum Grants
Type of MGA: ERASMUS Lump Sum Grant [ERASMUS-AG-LS]
Status: Forthcoming
Deadline model: single-stage
Planned Opening Date: 18 November 2025
Deadline dates: 12 February 2026 17:00 (Brussels time)
Topic description
Scope:
To reinforce the integration and international dimension of the European Education Area, Erasmus Mundus Design Measures aim to enhance the capacities of higher education institutions in Europe to modernise and internationalise their curricula by developing new master programmes in partnership with different universities.
Developing innovative international master programmes is crucial for universities in Europe. International collaboration brings diverse academic perspectives and teaching methodologies, enriching the curriculum and broadening students' educational experiences. International master programmes also attract students from around the world, thus increasing diversity and the talent pool, as well as enhancing the universities' reputation and competitiveness on the global stage.
By collaborating with institutions from Europe and beyond, universities in Europe can pool resources and knowledge to address pressing global issues such as climate change, digital transformation and sustainable development. In the long run, Erasmus Mundus Design Measures will foster the development of common mechanisms in higher education related to quality assurance, accreditation and recognition of degrees and credits.
Therefore, the main objective of the Erasmus Mundus Design Measures is to encourage the development of innovative, highly integrated new international study programmes at Master level. These international study programmes are planned to be jointly delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions from EU Member States or third countries associated to the programme. Where relevant, also higher education institutions from third countries not associated to the programme can be involved. Other educational and/or non-educational partners with specific expertise and interest in the concerned study areas/professional domains can also contribute.
Beneficiaries should provide a level of education corresponding to level 7 of the international standard classification of education ISCED 2011.
Conditions
1. Eligibility and admissibility conditions:
described in the call document.
Proposal page limits and layout: described in Part B of the Application Form available in the Submission System.
2. Eligible Countries
described in the call document.
3. Evaluation
Evaluation criteria, scoring, threshold and process are described in the call document.
4. Indicative timetable for evaluation and grant agreement
as described in call document.
Publication of the call: 13/11/2025.
Deadline for submitting applications: 12/02/2026 17:00 (Brussels time).
Evaluation period: February-June 2026.
Information to applicants: July 2026
Signature of the grant agreement: October 2026.
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grant Background
About the Funding Agency
EuropeAid is an agency responsible for designing European international cooperation and development policy and delivering aid worldwide. Its purpose is to aid in the reduction and eventual abolition of poverty in developing nations by fostering sustainable development, democracy, peace and security. With its partner nations, EuropeAid walks alongside them on their journey to sustainable development, continually adapting its help to their changing requirements. EuropeAid is also concerned with increasing the value and impact of aid money by ensuring that help is provided appropriately.
Under the donor EC - European Commission, DevelopmentAid covers the following entities:
Departments / Directorate Generals
- AGRI - Agriculture & Rural Development
- BUDG - Budget
- CLIMA - Climate Action
- COMM - Communication
- CNECT – Communications Networks, Content & Technology (formerly Digital Agenda)
- COMP - Competition
- ECFIN - Economic & Financial Affairs
- EAC - Education & Culture
- EMPL - Employment, Social Affairs & Inclusion
- ENER - Energy
- ENV - Environment
- ESTAT - Eurostat
- FISMA – Financial Stability, Financial Services & Capital Markets Union
- SANTE - Health & Food Safety
- ECHO - Humanitarian Aid & Civil Protection
- HR - Human Resources & Security
- DIGIT - Informatics
- GROW - Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship & SMEs
- DEVCO – International Cooperation & Development - EUROPEAID
- SCIC - Interpretation
- JRC - Joint Research Centre
- JUST - Justice & Consumers
- MARE - Maritime Affairs & Fisheries
- HOME - Migration & Home Affairs
- MOVE - Mobility & Transport
- NEAR – Neighbourhood & Enlargement Negotiations
- REGIO - Regional & Urban Policy
- RTD - Research & Innovation
- SG – Secretariat-General - no procurement opportunities available
- FPI – Service for Foreign Policy Instruments
- TAXUD - Taxation & Customs Union
- TRADE - Trade
- DGT - Translation
Agencies
- European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
- Eurojust
- European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)
- European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)
- European GNSS Agency (GSA)
- European Union Agency for Network and Information Security
- The European Joint Undertaking for ITER and the Development of Fusion Energy ("Fusion for Energy")
- European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights
- European Stability Mechanism (ESM)
- Consumers, Health, Agriculture and Food Executive Agency (CHAFEA), Health and Food Safety Unit
- European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA)
- European Fisheries Control Agency
- Single Resolution Board
- Office of the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC Office)
- The Executive Agency for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (EASME)
- European Asylum Support Office
- European Union Intellectual Property Office
- European Union Agency for Railways
- European Environment Agency
- European Agency for the operational management of large-scale IT systems in the area of freedom, security and justice (eu-LISA)
- Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA)
- European Defence Agency
- EU Grant Programmes
EU Bodies
- European Parliament
- Council of the European union
- Court of Justice of the European Union
- European Court of Auditors
- European Economic and Social Committee
- European Committee of the Regions
- Publications office of the European Union
- European Patent Office
- European External Action Service
- Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators
- Energy Community Secretariat
About the Sectors
Education, Training & Capacity Building
Covers formal and informal education, training, and capacity-building activities that develop knowledge, skills, and institutional capabilities across all age groups.
Key areas:
- Education systems and learning programmes
- Vocational training and skills development
- Capacity building and professional development
Locations
Iceland
Iceland prioritizes renewable energy infrastructure, transport networks, and digital connectivity to support its export economy and tourism sector. Hydropower and geothermal energy form the backbone of national energy systems and industrial development. Infrastructure financing is supported by public investment and strong institutional frameworks. Climate resilience, remote regional connectivity, and sustainable tourism management shape long-term planning.
Nr. of tenders: 1812
Nr. of grants: 2114
Nr. of donors: 342
Nr. of jobs: 25
Nr. of tenders: 1812
Nr. of grants: 2114
Nr. of donors: 342
Nr. of jobs: 25
Liechtenstein
Liechtenstein maintains high-quality transport links, energy systems, and digital infrastructure to support its financial and industrial sectors. Infrastructure is financed through strong public finances and close economic integration with Switzerland and the EU market. Development priorities focus on sustainable mobility, energy efficiency, and technological modernization. Limited geographic size and environmental protection requirements shape infrastructure planning.
Nr. of tenders: 1451
Nr. of grants: 1354
Nr. of donors: 265
Nr. of jobs: 25
Nr. of tenders: 1451
Nr. of grants: 1354
Nr. of donors: 265
Nr. of jobs: 25
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