Erasmus Mundus Joint Master MemBioMed: Call for Applications

Application Deadline: April 6, 2025

The Erasmus Mundus MemBioMed scholarship program is now accepting applications for the 2025/2026 academic year.

This program, offered in collaboration with three distinguished universities in France, Germany, and Italy, will provide funding for 15 students worldwide to complete a two-year Master’s degree in membrane biology. Each scholarship is valued at up to €33,600 annually for two years. The deadline for applications is April 6, 2025.

About the MemBioMed Program

The MemBioMed Master’s program (From Membrane Biology to Neuroscience and Experimental Medicine) delivers a top-tier interdisciplinary curriculum focused on biomembrane research. This initiative is designed to develop future scientists, innovators, and leaders in the study of cell membranes and their potential medical applications.

Participants will receive extensive training in membrane biology and its role in modern science and medicine.

Participating Institutions

MemBioMed is a collaborative program between the following universities:

• Université Côte d’Azur (UniCA), France
• University of Genoa (UniGe), Italy
• Osnabrück University (UOS), Germany

Degrees Conferred

Graduates will obtain three separate Master’s degrees, one from each partner institution:

• Master’s in Life Sciences – Université Côte d’Azur, France
• Master’s in Medicine, Pharmacy, and Biotechnology – University of Genoa, Italy
• Master’s in Biology – From Molecules to Organisms – Osnabrück University, Germany

Additionally, students will receive a joint diploma supplement detailing their acquired expertise and skills.

Mobility Structure

The program incorporates international mobility, with students following this structured academic path:

• Semester 1: Université Côte d’Azur – Introduction to membrane biology
• Semester 2: University of Genoa – Study of biomembrane-related disorders and neurological functions
• Semester 3: Osnabrück University – Specialization in cellular nanoanalysis for thesis preparation
• Semester 4: Master’s thesis at one of the consortium universities or a partner institution

Scholarship Benefits

Fifteen Erasmus Mundus scholarships will be awarded, each providing:

• €1,400 per month for two years
• Full waiver of tuition fees
• Additional scholarships available for applicants from Sub-Saharan Africa and Southern Mediterranean regions

Eligibility Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS credits) in a relevant field such as biology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, biophysics, biotechnology, pharmacology, or bioengineering.
• Have completed coursework in key subjects such as cellular biology and statistics.
• Possess laboratory or research experience (preferred but not mandatory).
• Final-year undergraduate students may apply, with the condition that they submit proof of graduation by July 2025.

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply via the following platform: E-candidat Portal. A detailed user guide for the platform is available here (PDF).

The deadline for applications is April 6, 2025. Selected candidates will be notified by late April via email.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

• A valid passport or national ID
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of purpose/motivation letter
• Academic transcripts and grading scale
• Certified copies of degrees or relevant qualifications
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Any additional supporting documents

For further inquiries, please visit the official contact form.