Published: 14 Nov 2025 831 views
Erasmus Mundus Masters in Biological and Chemical Engineering for a Sustainable Bioeconomy is a 2-year joint master programme, a state-of-the-art and innovative curriculum, training future research and innovation managers to tackle the challenges related to the deployment of the bioeconomy across the world.
Bioceb addresses the needs of the growing bio-based industry sector in scientists being aware of the markets and socio-economic contexts. It arises from an interdisciplinary approach combining chemistry, biology, economic and environmental sciences with cross-cutting skills including project management. Its modular construction promotes a cultural mix between students from different regions of the world and with various educational backgrounds.
The European Union's Erasmus Mundus programme aims to enhance quality in higher education through scholarships and academic co-operation between the EU and the rest of the world. The three main objectives of the programme are linked to the internationalisation of students, staff, curricula and research; ensure an influence on the development of practice in SEN and inclusive education; and to develop international collaborative networks, projects and research Erasmus Mundus supports Joint Programmes (Masters Courses and Joint Doctorates) that are operated by consortia of higher education in... continue reading
| Application Deadline | Not Specified |
| Country to study | Belgium, Estonia, Finland, France |
| Type | Masters |
| Course to study | View courses |
| Sponsor | Erasmus Mundus |
| Gender | Men and Women |
The EMJM scholarship covers:
Only students meeting the following formal admission requirements will be considered for the selection procedure:
Students who meet the minimum admission criteria will then be assessed, as part of a two-stage selection process, by two members of the Bioceb selection committee on the basis of the following qualitative selection criteria:
Selection – first step:
Selection - second step:
Shortlisted candidates only will be invited to an interview with the Bioceb selection committee. Being interviewed does not mean that you will be selected.
Notification of application results
All applicants will be notified of the selection process results in April. Please check your spam folder.
The following documents must be uploaded on the online application tool:
• Proof of English proficiency: Proof of English level ("B2 advanced level" according to CEFR, advanced).
Only these official English tests will be accepted:
– IELTS Academic with an overall minimum score of 6.5, and 6 for Writing.
– TOEFL:
– Cambridge C1 Advanced/ C2 Proficiency:
– Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE A): min overall score 62, and 54 for writing.
– An English language test is not required ONLY IF: you have earned a degree in an English-medium programme (a certificate from the university is required to prove this) at a Higher Education Institution of applied sciences in an EU/EEA country, or an English-speaking country with English as its official language.
• Proof of your Place of Residence at the time of application: a residence certificate following your municipality registration rules or a certificate from your place of work, study, or training issued by the employer or institution in question, in English (or officially translated into English) and not older than 12 months. This document is not part of the eligibility process, but is still absolutely necessary. If you are admitted, additional information may be requested.
• Copy of your High School Diploma and/or transcripts of records or equivalent, required to access University studies in the applicant’s home country (official translation in English, unless the document is in French, German, or Dutch).
• If needed, official documents for the past five years if they are not covered by your last diploma: please provide them year by year, in a single PDF (Official declaration of enrolment for higher education or university studies, original employment certificate - specifying occupation start and end dates, declaration of military service, etc.). Translation in English or French if needed.
• If needed: supporting documents for special needs (Ex: declaration of honor from a doctor, recent medical exam, etc.)
• If needed: supporting documents for socio-economic, social or political vulnerability
When applying to EMJM Bioceb, candidates express their mobility choices based on their preference for one of the five study track offered, in line with their professional goals, thereby developing the skills necessary to thrive in their future careers. The EMJM Bioceb includes compulsory physical mobility for all enrolled students (EMJM scholarship-holders or not) consisting of a minimum of two study periods (1 study period = 30 ECTS) in two countries, which must be different from the country of residence of the student at enrolment stage. The Bioceb Consortium will make the final decision and will communicate the mobility assigned to each selected student in the official Bioceb admission letter.
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Interested and qualified? Go to Erasmus Mundus on candidatures-erasmusmundus.agroparistech.fr to apply
For more information, kindly visit Bioceb webpage.
