SpaceMed, the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree on Physiology and Medicine of Humans in Space and Extreme Environments, awards around 20 Erasmus Mundus scholarships every year, each worth โฌ1,400 per month for 24 months with a participation fee waiver. Students from all over the world can apply for the 2027 intake until 21 January 2027 at 23:59 CET. At Youth Works Hub, we went through the programme's admission, fee, scholarship and application pages and set out each requirement below.
SpaceMed at a Glance
๐ Degree: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master, full-time, 2 years (2 x 60 credits)
๐๏ธ Universities: Charitรฉ โ Universitรคtsmedizin Berlin (Germany), Mednarodna podiplomska ลกola Joลพefa Stefana (Slovenia), Universitรฉ de Caen Normandie (France)
๐ฐ๏ธ Focus: the effects of extreme environments, particularly space flight, on humans
๐ถ Scholarship: โฌ1,400 per month for 24 months, plus a participation fee waiver
๐ข Number of scholarships: around 20 every year
๐ฃ๏ธ Language requirement: English at CEFR B2 or equivalent
๐๏ธ Application deadline: 21 January 2027 (23:59 CET)
๐ฃ Final selection: early April 2027
What You Study
SpaceMed offers a unique integrated inter- and multidisciplinary study of the effects of extreme environments, particularly space flight, on humans. The curriculum places a strong emphasis on hands-on activities in state-of-the-art laboratories and on field studies. These include:
โ๏ธ Space flight analogues: parabolic flights, Antarctic habitats and experimental bed rest studies, among others
๐๏ธ High altitude environments
๐คฟ Underwater environments
๐ก๏ธ Hot and cold, dry and humid environments
Why Choose This Master
๐ฅ small class sizes and close interaction with the teaching staff
๐ science teaching and training with innovative and interdisciplinary methodologies
๐ฌ research projects, in laboratory and field studies, involving experimental work, data analysis and interpretation
๐ข workshops bringing together students, academics and industry professionals
๐ช involvement in space projects supported by German, French, European and US space agencies
๐ธ๏ธ an international network and an integrated multicultural and linguistic experience
๐งณ immersion in at least three European cultural regions (France, Germany, Slovenia) during the course of study
Where the Master Thesis Takes Place
You perform your master thesis at one of the partner institutions or with one of the numerous associated partners, which include industry, space agencies and research institutions.
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What the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Includes
The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) scholarship is โฌ1,400 per month, for a total of 24 months, and includes a participation fee waiver, so beneficiaries do not have to pay tuition fees. If this is your first look at these programmes, our guide on what Erasmus Mundus is explains how the joint masters work.
No additional funding is allocated by SpaceMed to cover the living expenses of scholarship holders, such as travel, accommodation and visas.
Who Is Eligible for the Scholarship
Students from all over the world are eligible for EMJM scholarships under some conditions:
๐ซ you have never been a beneficiary of an EMJM scholarship or of an Erasmus Mundus Master Course or Joint Doctorate scholarship
โ you undertake to waive any other EMJM scholarship for the duration of the SpaceMed course
๐งฎ no more than two nationals from the same country can be awarded an EMJM scholarship
โ ๏ธ the financial support must be repaid by the scholarship holder in case of fraud or false declaration
Admission and the Scholarship Are Separate Decisions
Selection is very competitive. Candidates may be offered admission either with an Erasmus Mundus scholarship or as self-funded students, depending on their ranking and the number of scholarships available. You apply for the scholarship by mentioning your choice while filling in the application form.
Tuition Fees for Self-Funded Students
The participation fees for the 2026โ2028 intake amount to โฌ5,000 for the first year and โฌ5,000 for the second year. They are subject to annual revision and are directly covered by the Erasmus+ programme for EMJM scholars and for some self-funded students.
What the Fees Cover
๐ชช registration as a regular student at all universities, depending on the academic track
๐ participation in all teaching activities
๐ student management, services and activities
๐ support in administrative and migratory procedures, excluding support costs
๐ฉบ health, liability, accident and assistance insurance
What the Fees Do Not Cover
๐ visa costs
๐ travel costs
๐ individual module-related costs, such as books and materials
๐ living expenses, including accommodation
Other Ways to Fund Your Studies
๐ฆ National and local funding: applicants are encouraged to explore funding opportunities offered to outgoing and incoming students by many countries.
๐ผ Professionals: the programme is also open to professionals, who can benefit from financial support from their employer, a conversion fund, a sabbatical and similar sources.
๐ Self-supporting students: students or professionals with no external funding are welcome to apply, provided they can cover the participation fees and living costs themselves.
Academic Requirements
You need one of the following:
๐งซ a Bachelor's degree in life sciences, psychology or kinesiology (180 ECTS)
๐ ๏ธ a Master's degree in engineering
โ๏ธ a medical degree
๐ a degree characterized by significant study of humans in space or extreme environments
The academic year starts at the very beginning of October. Applicants should graduate at the latest at the end of the academic year, for example in June, July or August. Proof of the Bachelor's degree, a diploma or certificate, is required for enrolment at the university.
English Language Requirements
You need a minimum level of English equivalent to B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). You have three options.
Option 1: A Language Test
The certificate must not be older than 3 years. The accepted tests and minimum scores are:
๐ IELTS: 6.5
๐ป TOEFL: 580 (paper based), 237 (computer based), 87 (internet based)
๐ Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First
The OLS test is not a valid language certificate.
Option 2: Native English Speakers
Applicants whose native language is English are exempted from taking a test, but they must provide a declaration on honour.
Option 3: Previous Studies in English
Applicants who have previously followed studies in English can provide a certificate from their university of origin stating that the medium of instruction was English.
How Applications Are Scored
๐ฅ Academic excellence: 40 points
๐ฏ Relevance of your background to the field of the Master Course: 15 points
๐ซ Quality of the institution that delivered the degree: 15 points
๐ฅ Motivation to undertake the programme and relevance to your professional development, as judged by the video: 10 points
๐ง Relevant work experience related to the field: 9 points
โ๏ธ Letters of recommendation: 8 points
๐ค Language skills (English and the consortium's languages) higher than those requested for admission: 3 points
How to Apply on the Online Platform
Applications must be sent through the online application platform. Documents cannot be sent by post or email, and incomplete applications will be rejected.
1๏ธโฃ Log in to the application platform, and create an account if this is your first connection.
2๏ธโฃ Select "All campaigns", then "Application EMJM SpaceMed".
3๏ธโฃ To complete an existing application that has not yet been submitted, select "Existing application".
4๏ธโฃ Complete the forms in English and provide all required documents, then submit your application before the call deadline.
Documents You Need
All documents must be in English. Only certified translations are accepted, and all documents translated into English must come with a copy of the original document.
๐งพ CV: the Europass CV is highly recommended. Our guide on how to make a Europass CV walks through the format.
๐ Original academic degree(s)
๐ Original transcripts of records
๐จ๏ธ Proof of English language proficiency
๐๏ธ Two letters of recommendation: at least one from an official of the faculty from which the diploma was or will be obtained before the start of the programme, and the second from an employer, internship supervisor or academic supervisor
๐ก Relevant motivational statement: our guide on how to write a scholarship motivation letter covers what to include
๐น Short video: less than 1 minute, in MP4 format and in English, explaining why you would be a good candidate for SpaceMed, including at least personal and academic motivation and relevant skills and abilities
๐ก๏ธ Copy of a valid ID document: passport or National Identity Card only. With dual nationality, upload your 2 passports or National Identity Cards in a single PDF file
๐๏ธ Proof of residency
๐ Proof of additional language skills, where appropriate
What Counts as Proof of Residency
To be valid, your document must contain:
๐ your full name
๐บ๏ธ your exact address (street name, city, country)
๐ the date of issue
It must have been issued within the 12 months preceding the submission deadline. You can provide a utility bill, for example, or a letter from your employer or university attesting to your mailing address. If you do not have such a document, you can ask your local council for a certificate or letter of residence containing the same information.
The following are not accepted: identity documents (student card, national identity card, passport, driving licence and so on) or work certificates from the company you work for. The programme needs your current home address, not your work address.
Calendar for the 2027 Intake
๐ข Application campaign opening: 21 October 2026 at 08:00 CET
๐ด Online submission deadline: 21 January 2027 at 23:59 CET
๐ Examination of the files: February to March 2027
๐ฌ Final selection of applicants (admission letter): early April 2027
More funded degrees are listed in the scholarships section of Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the SpaceMed Erasmus Mundus scholarship?
The scholarship is โฌ1,400 per month for a total of 24 months and includes a participation fee waiver. SpaceMed does not allocate additional funding for living expenses such as travel, accommodation and visas.
Who can apply for the scholarship?
Students from all over the world are eligible, provided they have never held an EMJM scholarship or an Erasmus Mundus Master Course or Joint Doctorate scholarship. No more than two nationals from the same country can be awarded a scholarship.
Which degrees are accepted?
You need a Bachelor's degree in life sciences, psychology or kinesiology (180 ECTS), a Master's degree in engineering, a medical degree, or a degree characterized by significant study of humans in space or extreme environments. Proof of the Bachelor's degree is required for enrolment.
What English level do I need?
You need the equivalent of CEFR B2, shown through IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 87 (internet based), Cambridge B2 First, or a certificate stating that your previous studies were in English. Native English speakers provide a declaration on honour, and the OLS test is not accepted.
Do I need to make a video?
Yes. You must submit a video of less than 1 minute in MP4 format and in English, explaining why you would be a good candidate. The video is used to judge your motivation, which is worth 10 points in the selection.
Can I be admitted without a scholarship?
Yes. Admission and the award of a scholarship are two separate decisions, and candidates may be offered admission as self-funded students depending on their ranking and the number of scholarships available. Participation fees for the 2026โ2028 intake were โฌ5,000 per year.
Can I send my documents by email?
No. Applications must be sent through the online application platform, and documents cannot be sent by post or email. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
When will I know the result?
Files are examined from February to March 2027, and the final selection, with admission letters, is announced by early April 2027. The academic year starts at the very beginning of October.
Deadline
โณ 21 January 2027
Links
๐ Application platform: https://apply-space-med.tchooz.app/connexion
๐๏ธ Programme website: https://space-med.eu
๐ต๏ธ Admission criteria: https://space-med.eu/apply-to-spacemed/admission-criteria
๐ท๏ธ Tuition fees: https://space-med.eu/apply-to-spacemed/tuition-fees
๐ Scholarships: https://space-med.eu/apply-to-spacemed/scholarships
๐ช Application procedure: https://space-med.eu/apply-to-spacemed/application-procedure
๐๏ธ Europass CV: https://europa.eu/europass/en
