Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Clinical Linguistics (EMCL)

EMCL consortium (Groningen, Ghent, Eastern Finland and partners)

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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 international applicants; several scholarships are reserved for students from selected countries. Applicants who already hold an Erasmus+, EMJM or Erasmus Mundus Master/Doctoral scholarship are not eligible. Scholarships are awarded by ranking during the selection procedure.

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About this opportunity

EMCL is a two-year Erasmus Mundus research master in clinical linguistics offered by European universities including Groningen, Ghent and Eastern Finland.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Open to international applicants; several scholarships are reserved for students from selected countries. Applicants who already hold an Erasmus+, EMJM or Erasmus Mundus Master/Doctoral scholarship are not eligible. Scholarships are awarded by ranking during the selection procedure.
2. Note the deadline. Dec (annual; the deadline for scholarship applications is 1 December, and applicants are informed from mid-February) 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); Research proposal (for research degrees, 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 Clinical Linguistics (EMCL)?

Open to international applicants; several scholarships are reserved for students from selected countries. Applicants who already hold an Erasmus+, EMJM or Erasmus Mundus Master/Doctoral scholarship are not eligible. Scholarships are awarded by ranking during the selection procedure.

What does Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Clinical Linguistics (EMCL) cover?

The Erasmus Mundus scholarship gives a full tuition waiver and a monthly allowance of EUR 1,400; self-paying non-EU students pay a consortium fee of EUR 18,000 for the whole 2-year research master and only a limited number can be admitted this way

When is the deadline for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Clinical Linguistics (EMCL)?

Dec (annual; the deadline for scholarship applications is 1 December, and applicants are informed from mid-February) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Clinical Linguistics (EMCL)?

Host countries: Netherlands, Belgium, Finland.

What documents do I need for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Clinical Linguistics (EMCL)?

Passport or national ID; Academic transcripts and degree certificates; CV; Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if requested); Reference or recommendation letters (if requested); Research proposal (for research degrees, 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 Clinical Linguistics (EMCL) application?

High: Online application + degree and transcripts + language test + motivation