Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM)

BIOPHAM consortium (University of Lille, University of Pisa, University of Silesia, Polytechnic University of Catalonia)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Open to students worldwide. No more than five scholarships per nationality across the project, and former Erasmus Mundus Joint Master scholarship recipients cannot receive another. Residence must be proven with a document issued within 12 months before the deadline. The academic admission criteria are on other pages of the programme site.

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About this opportunity

BIOPHAM is a 2-year Erasmus Mundus joint master's coordinated by the University of Lille with Pisa, Silesia and Catalonia. Roughly 12 to 13 scholarship holders are admitted per intake.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Open to students worldwide. No more than five scholarships per nationality across the project, and former Erasmus Mundus Joint Master scholarship recipients cannot receive another. Residence must be proven with a document issued within 12 months before the deadline. The academic admission criteria are on other pages of the programme site.
2. Note the deadline. Usually Dec – Feb (probable window; the BIOPHAM page refers to a consortium deadline but does not give the date - confirm on the programme page) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
3. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
4. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
5. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.
6. Have your SOP and CV reviewed by someone who has seen successful applications before you submit.

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Who can apply for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM)?

Open to students worldwide. No more than five scholarships per nationality across the project, and former Erasmus Mundus Joint Master scholarship recipients cannot receive another. Residence must be proven with a document issued within 12 months before the deadline. The academic admission criteria are on other pages of the programme site.

What does Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM) cover?

Erasmus Mundus scholarship of EUR 1,400 per month, EUR 33,600 over 24 months, covering travel, visa, installation and subsistence, plus tuition waiver at all visited universities and health insurance. Intake of 2026-2031: 50 full scholarships and 30 partial packages.

When is the deadline for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM)?

Usually Dec – Feb (probable window; the BIOPHAM page refers to a consortium deadline but does not give the date - confirm on the programme page) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM)?

Host countries: France, Italy, Poland, Spain.

What documents do I need for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM)?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Admission or offer letter for your chosen programme; English-language test result or other language proof (if required); Anything else listed on the official page (this list is a typical checklist - always confirm there).

How much work is the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Bio and Pharmaceutical Materials Science (BIOPHAM) application?

Very High: Online application + degree certificates and transcripts + English test + CV + motivation letter (+ references)