The Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Plant Health in Sustainable Cropping Systems (PlantHealth) is a fully integrated and globally competitive Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, designed by leading European universities in the field of Crop Protection, that provides top-level and up-to-date education, qualifying graduates to cope with the challenges of contemporary and future plant health management related to global food safety issues.
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PlantHealth Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Plant Health in Sustainable Cropping Systems Master's Scholarship
Aim and Benefits of PlantHealth Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Plant Health in Sustainable Cropping Systems Master's Scholarship
- Participation costs: 100% of tuition fees, full insurance, and mandatory academic costs.
- Stipend: €1,400/month for up to 24 months (to support cover travel, visa, installation, and living costs).
Requirements for PlantHealth Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Plant Health in Sustainable Cropping Systems Master's Scholarship Qualification
Candidates must fulfil the following admission requirements:
- Awarded Bachelor of Science degree (180 ECTS) in Agronomy / Agricultural Sciences or related fields. 180 ECTS usually equal to a 3-year full-time undergraduate/bachelor degree, with at least 4 ECTS in Plant Health or Crop Protection, or equivalent.
- Proof of English proficiency at the B2 level (CEFR) is required unless English is your native language. Alternatively, a letter from your university confirming that your bachelor's degree was fully taught in English will also be accepted. However, the inclusion of an English language certificate in the application will be an asset to the application.
- Application complete including two reference letters (mandatory: applicants must use the official PlantHealth reference template available in the online application portal).
Interview date, Process and Venue for PlantHealth Erasmus Mundus Master Degree in Plant Health in Sustainable Cropping Systems Master's Scholarship
Selection and admission to the PlantHealth Master Programme is based on academic merit, following the evaluation criteria explained below:
| EVALUATION CRITERIA |
| Academic record and merits |
60% |
| Reference letters |
20% |
| Personal motivation |
20% |
FIRST CALL:
- Open from 01 October to 31 December 2026
- Online application: before 01 January, 00:00 (CET)
- Publication of the list of accepted candidates: End of February 2027.
- Publication of the list of candidates who have been awarded an EU-funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships & the list of candidates eligible to register as self-funded students: End of February 2027.
Only students applying during the first call have the possibility to be awarded Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarships or PlantHealth Consortium Scholarships.
SECOND ROUND:
- Open from 20 May to 15 June 2027
Only for self-funded candidates or candidates with external funds, no Erasmus Mundus scholarships are offered.
There is only one selection procedure for the first and second years of the PlantHealth programme. If selected, students are admitted to both years (M1 and M2), which are inseparable.
Documents Required for Application
The following documents must be uploaded on the online application tool:
- Curriculum Vitae *
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- Certificate of degree *
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- Transcript of records *
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- Certificates attesting language skills *
If your first language is not English, you must upload an English language certificate.
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- Two recommendation letters *
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- Declaration on honour *
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- Other additional documents
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(*) Mandatory documents
NOTE 3: Applicants also have to state their preferred mobility scheme (the universities they want to attend, in accordance with the different options given by the PlantHealth Master’s degree). Please note that, while trying to respect your preferences, the PlantHealth Board will assign you an academic pathway subject to several factors (even distribution amongst partner Universities, academic profile, etc.) which may not necessarily be your preferred option.
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Application Deadline
December 31, 2026How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Erasmus Mundus on www.planthealth.upv.es to apply
For more information, kindly visit Plant Health webpage.
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