2026 Erasmus Mundus Human Diseases Models Morphological Phenotyping (MorphoPHEN) Scholarship

Human Diseases Models Morphological Phenotyping (MorphoPHEN) consists of an integrated and interdisciplinary Erasmus Mundus Joint Master. It is conceived to alleviate the real shortage of experts in morphological mouse phenotyping, which is needed to generate a positive impact of preclinical biomedicine and improve human translatability (from the bench to the bedside). The “Human Diseases Models Morphological Phenotyping” (MorphoPHEN) master’s program combines the excellence and expertise of four leading European institutions: the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), the University of Naples Federico II (UNINA), the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH), and the University of Lisbon (ULISBOA). They bring knowledge on the four main branches necessary to analyze the morphology of mouse disease models: Anatomy and Embryology, Pathology, Imaging and Deep learning. The main objectives of MorphoPHEN are:

1. to construct an integrated interdisciplinary education program on mouse morphological phenotyping.
2. to produce graduates with the skills that are needed to generate a positive impact on human disease models translatability.
3. to develop a European and global approach for teaching a new discipline that improves the analysis and understanding of human disease models.

The key role of the laboratory mouse as an animal model to develop new treatments against human diseases is well established, however its importance has been dramatically increased due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Large-scale experiments in “humanised” mice have been carried out to identify novel disease mechanisms and therapeutic targets. Furthermore, the efficiency of COVID-19 vaccines, the best option to beat the pandemic, were first tested in mice.

Despite this preeminent position of the mouse, the European and global scientific community currently lacks sufficient human resources and expertise in mouse phenotyping to effectively characterize and validate these animal models. In this scenario, no single European university has all the expertise, resources and personnel required to design and establish a strong educational program in mouse morphological phenotyping. For this reason, the MorphoPHEN partner universities have combined their expertise and resources to produce an educational program that can meet this need.

• Table of Content
• About Erasmus Mundus
• Erasmus Mundus Masters Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of Erasmus Mundus Masters Scholarship
• Requirements for Erasmus Mundus Masters Scholarship Qualification
• Documents Required for Application
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

Erasmus Mundus Masters Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of Erasmus Mundus Masters Scholarship

Admitted students will be awarded an Erasmus Mundus scholarship. The scholarship is strictly linked to the full-time participation in the MorphoPHEN master for a period of 12 months.

Additionally, the awardee will be covered by the foreign student insurance policy of Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona for a duration of 14 months, included in the scholarship granted by the Erasmus Mundus program. The insurance policy covers medical expenses and private liability.

In accordance with the conditions of the Erasmus Mundus program of the European Commission, the scholarship will be managed by the MorphoPHEN Secretariat and includes two concepts:

• Enrollment in the master’s program and medical insurance, both paid by the MorphoPHEN Secretariat (EUR 10.200,00).
• Living allowance of up to EUR 16.800,00, transferred to the recipient monthly in 12 payments.

It is reminded that students who have already benefitted from an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) scholarship are not eligible to apply for an additional scholarship, but can participate as self-funded students.

Requirements for Erasmus Mundus Masters Scholarship Qualification

• A degree title in the fields of Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, Veterinary or Medicine.
• Evidence of English language proficiency is required, with at least a Level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Certificates will be considered valid for two years.

Documents Required for Application

• Official Academic Certificate of the previous studies completed that give access to the master’s degree (document issued in English or an official translation will be required). Printouts of academic records are not valid. A duly signed and stamped official academic certificate must be attached.
• Title or Diploma of the previous studies that give access to the master’s degree (document issued in English or an official translation will be required).
• English language proficiency certificate. You must have the English certificate at the time of pre-registration for the master’s.
• Curriculum Vitae.
• Copy of the identity document / Passport.
• Letter of motivation.
• Scientific Essay. The scientific essay must not exceed two pages.

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Application Deadline

How to Apply

• Create a UAB ID Number
  • Fill in the data asked in the following link to create your UAB ID Number. In case you have already studied in UAB, you can go straight to step 2.
  • CREATE ID NUMBER
• Application Portal
  • Use your UAB ID Number to access, and select “Erasmus Mundus Master in Human Diseases Models Morphological Phenotyping (MorphoPHEN)” in the Application Portal. There is no fee for applying.
  • APPLICATION PORTAL
  • Details
  • Fill in your personal and academic details.
• EUpload documents
  • Upload the required documentation:
    • Identification documentation
      • Copy of a valid passport.
      • An up-to-date Curriculum Vitae, presenting the skills and qualifications of the candidates in a clear way.
      • Academic Background
      • Official copies of diploma and transcript of records. These documents must be uploaded in the original language as well as English or Spanish translations, including the subjects studied (ECTS), grades and overall grade.
    • English proficiency
      • A valid certificate of Proficiency in English by one of the following SELT:
      • TOEFL: score of at least 90 with a writing score at least 24 in the writing section.
      • Cambridge Proficiency Examination Advanced Certificate: at least pass at grade C1 or better.
      • IELTS (Academic): at least 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each element and 7.5 in the writing section.
      • Language proficiency proof is not required for applicants who are nationals from an English-Speaking country, or have obtained a bachelor/master degree in English. A certificate confirming that the mode of instruction was English needs to be submitted.
    • Scientific essay
      • The scientific essay must not exceed two pages.
    • Interest in MorphoPHEN
      • A letter of motivation, explaining in maximum one page your background and interest in the MorphoPHEN master’s degree.
• Download the confirmation of your application
  • If you wish, you can download a document confirming your application for admission has been made.

For more information, kindly visit Erasmus Mundus scholarship webpage.