Courses Announcement | Eramsus Mundus TROPIMUNDO Scholarship 2026–2027
About the Program:
The TROPIMUNDO Erasmus Mundus Joint Master is a fully funded, prestigious international Master’s program for students passionate about tropical biodiversity, conservation biology, ecosystem management, and tropical field research. Funded by the European Commission and co-financed by VLIR-UOS, the program offers a unique international experience across Europe, Africa, Asia, South America, and the Pacific.
Erasmus Mundus TROPIMUNDO Joint Master
Degree Level: Master’s Degree (Joint MSc) in Tropical Biodiversity and Ecosystems. Graduates receive a Joint Master Degree awarded by the European universities they attend, plus a Europass Certificate signed by all participating institutions.
Participating Universities:
European Institutions:
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Université Libre de Bruxelles (Belgium) – Coordinating University
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Vrije Universiteit Brussel (Belgium)
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Sorbonne Université (France)
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Muséum National d'Histoire Naturelle (France)
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Università degli Studi di Firenze (Italy)
Tropical Partner Universities:
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University of Guyane (French Guiana)
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Universidad de Antioquia (Colombia)
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Université Cheikh Anta Diop (Senegal)
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Université de Dschang (Cameroon)
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Technical University of Mombasa (Kenya)
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Université de La Réunion (Reunion Island)
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University of Ruhuna (Sri Lanka)
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Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (Malaysia)
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University of the Philippines Diliman (Philippines)
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Université de la Nouvelle-Calédonie (New Caledonia)
Available Subjects:
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Tropical Rainforest & Woodland Ecosystems
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Coral Reefs, Mangroves & Seagrass Systems
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Evolution of Tropical Flora & Fauna
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Biodiversity Informatics (GIS, genetic data, biogeography)
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Conservation & Restoration Ecology
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Sustainable Resource Management & Governance
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Tropical Ethnobotany & Indigenous Knowledge
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Climate Change Impact on Tropical Ecosystems
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Biodiversity Databases & Herbarium Collection Management
Program Structure:
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4-semester trajectory, including one full tropical semester and a research thesis.
Benefits (Scholarship & Self-Funded Students):
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Full tuition fee coverage (Scholarship only)
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Monthly living allowance
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Travel allowance
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Insurance coverage
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Support for visa & mobility arrangements
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Intercontinental mobility between Europe and the Tropics
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Access to world-leading biodiversity research facilities
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Opportunities for internships, field expeditions, and thesis research
Eligibility:
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Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Environmental Science, Natural Sciences, Ecology, Biodiversity, or equivalent (minimum 180 ECTS)
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Proof of English proficiency (French or Spanish may be required for specific trajectories)
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Strong academic record, motivation, relevant coursework, and research interest in tropical biodiversity
Application Procedure:
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Create an account on the TROPIMUNDO AIM online application module
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Fill out the application form and upload required documents: passport, bachelor’s degree + transcripts, English test score, motivation letter, CV, and choice of mobility trajectory
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Submit before the deadlines
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Automated referee requests will be sent for recommendation letters
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Await email notification of results
Application Deadlines (2026–2027 Intake):
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First Call (Scholarship + Self-Funded): Opens 1 September 2025, Deadline 30 November 2025
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Second Call (Self-Funded if places remain): Opens January 2026, Deadline 20 June 2026
Tuition Fees:
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€9,000 per year – Students from non-EU / Third Countries
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€4,500 per year – Students from EU / Programme Countries