The Erasmus Mundus FRP++ scholarship is worth up to €25,800 and funds the one-year European Master in Advanced Structural Analysis and Design using Composite Materials, covering the €9,000 tuition fee and paying €1,400 per month. Students of any nationality can apply, and the deadline for the only call that offers EU scholarships is 31 January 2027. At Youth Works Hub, we reviewed the programme's official application and scholarship pages, and this guide sets out every funding line, requirement and date for the 2027/2028 intake.
FRP++ at a Glance
🎓 Programme: European Master in Advanced Structural Analysis and Design using Composite Materials (FRP++)
🏛️ Status: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) course, co-funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union
🗓️ Edition: sixth edition, academic year 2027/2028
🚀 Start and end: starts on 1 October 2027 and finishes at the end of September
⏱️ Duration: one academic year (60 ECTS)
🏵️ Degree: double master's degree
🗣️ Language: English for instruction and examinations
🎯 Scholarship value: Erasmus Mundus scholarships support costs of up to €25,800 each
What Makes This Master Different
FRP++ combines the diverse expertise of leading European Higher Education Institutions to offer an education oriented to a multidisciplinary understanding of structural composites. It brings together specialists from complementary fields, namely civil engineering, automotive and aeronautics, as well as engineers, materials science and others.
The programme is built for people who want to innovate in industries where composites are fundamental. Students gain cutting-edge knowledge on structural composites in a research-driven environment, with close collaboration with industry and an important focus on solving practical problems. The master combines the latest research advances with activities related to professional practice.
Graduates are prepared to compete in a highly demanding market, including:
🏢 Construction
✈️ Aerospace and aeronautics
🚗 Automotive
🌬️ Wind energy
What You Will Study
The advanced integrated programme covers the key issues of the composites industry, with a particular focus on:
🧪 Materials and manufacturing processes
📐 Mechanics and modelling
🖥️ Analysis and design
🔍 Inspection, diagnosis, repair and strengthening
♻️ Sustainability and life cycle analysis
Where and How the Year Is Organised
FRP++ is held on a rotating basis among partners. Students carry out the entire coursework in one location and the dissertation in another location. The cost information published by the programme refers to Guimarães in Portugal, Girona in Spain, Naples in Italy and Toulouse in France.
There are three compulsory physical mobilities and one optional one:
📚 1st mobility: coursework (mandatory)
🤝 2nd mobility: Integration Week (mandatory), financially supported by the Consortium
📝 3rd mobility: dissertation (mandatory)
🎪 4th mobility: FRP++ Workshop (listed as optional)
For the FRP++ Workshop, physical participation is mandatory for Erasmus Mundus scholarship holders, while other students can take part virtually. Students may need to support the cost of being physically present at the workshop, although the programme states that local sponsors will be pursued to support the costs at least partially.
Courses, course material, examinations and study counselling are available in English only. Students are also encouraged to attend one national language and culture course (Portuguese, Spanish, Catalan, Italian or French), mainly during the second semester.
The Three Types of FRP++ Scholarship
The programme offers several forms of student scholarship:
🇪🇺 Erasmus Mundus scholarships, funded by the Erasmus+ programme
🏫 Consortium scholarships, funded by the FRP++ Consortium
🤲 Associated Partner scholarships, funded by the Associated Partners
All applicants in the First Call can select the scholarships they wish to apply for. To be considered for any of the three types, the full request must be submitted in the First Call. All scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis, and only students who have applied to and been accepted by the FRP++ Consortium under its application and selection criteria are eligible for a scholarship.
If you are new to this type of degree, our guide on how Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters work explains the model in full.
How Many Erasmus Mundus Scholarships Are Planned
Erasmus Mundus scholarships are planned for students applying within the First Call and support costs of up to €25,800 each. Per academic year, they are organised as follows:
🗺️ Up to three scholarships for students from Programme Countries (roughly Europe/EU)
🌐 Up to seven scholarships for students from Partner Countries (roughly the rest of the world)
🧭 Up to three scholarships reserved for students from Partner Countries, financed by the EU external funding instrument NDICI (Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument)
📌 Up to one scholarship reserved for students from Partner Countries, financed by the EU external funding instrument IPA (Instrument for Pre-accession Assistance)
What the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Pays
🧾 Participation costs: fully covered by the scholarship (€9,000). The scholarship holder is not charged any type of tuition fee.
🧳 Travel, visa, installation and subsistence: a contribution of €1,400 per month for the entire duration of the master
The monthly amount is a contribution to the costs incurred by the student and covers travel, visa, installation and subsistence costs. It is calculated on a monthly unit cost for the entire period the enrolled scholarship holder needs to complete the programme, which covers study, research, placement activities, thesis preparation and defence. During this period, the scholarship can only be awarded in full and to full-time students.
Two payment rules are worth noting before you plan your budget:
🛏️ Subsistence contributions are not given for study, research, placement or thesis preparation periods spent in the scholarship holder's country of residence.
📅 The first payment is typically made during the second half of October, because students must appear in person at the host institution on the first day of the academic year, and only after that can the remaining administrative procedures be completed.
Consortium Scholarships for Any Geographical Origin
Consortium scholarships are financed by the FRP++ Consortium itself and are planned for students from any geographical origin, applying mainly within the First Call. Per academic year, they are organised as follows:
🥇 Up to two scholarships of €9,000, fully covering the tuition fees
🥈 Up to three scholarships of €6,500, partially covering the tuition fees
🥉 Up to six scholarships of €4,500, partially covering the tuition fees
Most of the Consortium scholarships will be available during the First Call. In the Second and Third Calls, they are considered only if still available.
Grants Secured for Women and Students with Special Educational Needs
Balanced gender participation is addressed during selection. Selections are based on the merits and strength of applications, and in cases of a tie, gender balance is taken into account as a criterion. Given the low participation of women in engineering-related studies, FRP++ secures:
🌸 5% of the EMJM and Consortium grants for women students
🫶 5% of the EMJM and Consortium grants for students with special educational needs
Contributions to the individual needs of students with disabilities are also available. They can be used by enrolled students, with or without a scholarship, who have disabilities such as long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments, for example for the acquisition of special items or services, assistance by third persons, adaptation of the work environment or additional travel and transportation costs. These costs must fulfil the general eligibility conditions.
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Three Calls, One Chance at EU Funding
Applications are grouped into three calls, all open to students of any nationality. The EU scholarships are available only during the First Call, so applying within it is essential if you are seeking EU funding. The official page states that applications for the First Call of 2027/2028 will open soon.
First Call
Every eligible application submitted within this deadline is automatically considered also as an application to an Erasmus+ scholarship and a Consortium scholarship.
⏰ Applications deadline: 31 January 2027 at 23:59 UTC
📣 Notification of the best ranked preselected students for the interview: until 12 March 2027
💬 Interviews: 15 and 26 March 2027
✅ Notification of admission: until 31 March 2027
Second Call
Every eligible application submitted within this deadline is automatically considered also as an application to a Consortium scholarship, if available.
🕚 Applications deadline: 11 June 2027 at 23:59 UTC
🎙️ Interviews (if applicable): 21 to 25 June 2027
📩 Notification of admission: 29 June 2027
Third Call
Every eligible application submitted within this deadline is automatically considered also as an application to a Consortium scholarship, if available.
🔔 Applications deadline: 15 July 2027 at 23:59 UTC
🎧 Interviews (if applicable): 19 to 23 July 2027
🏁 Notification of admission: 31 July 2027
Who Can Be Admitted
The programme is open to holders of a degree in the following fields, or equivalent qualifications:
🏗️ Civil Engineering
⚙️ Mechanical and/or Industrial Engineering
🧱 Materials Engineering
🛩️ Aeronautical Engineering
🧬 Polymers Engineering
🔗 Related fields
Students are expected to have a higher education degree with a minimum of:
5️⃣ Bachelor and/or Master degree(s) with 300 ECTS credit points, typically equivalent to a total of 5 years of studies. This requirement is mandatory for all students whose mobility track includes UNINA.
4️⃣ Bachelor degree(s) with 240 ECTS credit points, typically equivalent to a total of 4 years of studies.
Admission is made on a competitive basis, with students assessed on their previous academic records. It is subject to the approval of the FRP++ Managing Board and is based on the applicant's ability and motivation, recommendation letters and language skills.
Students who have not completed their degree but predict graduating before 31 July 2027 can apply and receive a grant. If selected, their admission is conditional on the MSc Secretariat receiving the degree diploma before 31 July 2027.
English Language Requirement
Students need to be proficient in English. Students from non-English speaking countries are required to have one of the following certificates, which must be less than 3 years old:
📄 TOEFL paper based, minimum score 525
💻 TOEFL internet based, minimum score 72
🖊️ IELTS academic version, minimum score 6.5
🏅 Other recognised language proficiency certificates
If you do not have an official certificate but consider your English sufficient for an English-taught master, you may still apply. You must attach a relevant declaration or proof in the application form field "other recognized language proficiency certificate". Choosing not to submit an official certificate may lead to a lower score during evaluation. If an applicant without a recognised certificate reaches an eligible position for a scholarship or enrolment, an interview will be scheduled to verify and validate the claimed English skills.
Documents You Need to Prepare
Upon application, students must provide:
✍️ Letter of motivation between 1,500 and 3,500 characters, spaces included
📇 Detailed Curriculum Vitae in European format
📜 Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
📊 Transcripts of records, including grades and course syllabus, from previous university studies
🔤 English proficiency certificates
🛠️ Certificates of relevant work experience and other professional certificates, if any
📨 Two recommendation letters, sent by the applicant directly through the application portal
🧷 Proof of residence, issued within 12 months before the submission deadline (only for the First Call)
🩺 Special educational needs evidenced by a report from a specialist doctor and/or, in specific cases, a description of the type of need and its impact on the demands of the FRP++ partners involved
The motivation letter has a strict character range, so our guide on writing a scholarship motivation letter can help you plan it. For the CV, see our walkthrough on making a Europass CV, and check the programme's own instructions on the European format.
Students with double nationality must specify the nationality under which they submit their application.
How to Apply
Applications must be made on the FRP++ online application form. A sample application form can be downloaded from the programme's applications page so that you can prepare your answers in advance. To be considered for an Erasmus Mundus, Consortium or Associated Partner scholarship, submit your full request in the First Call and select the scholarships you wish to apply for.
How Applicants Are Ranked
The selection procedure has two stages:
1️⃣ Academic evaluation of the candidate's curriculum, based on the information provided through the online application system
2️⃣ Interview with the best ranked preselected students, carried out by videoconference
The academic evaluation is based on the following criteria:
📖 Previous higher education studies
🔎 Content of the previous studies and quality of the institution
💼 Relevant work experience
📬 Recommendation letters
💡 Motivation letter
🏆 Additional information, such as publications and awards
Tuition Fee and What It Includes
The tuition fee for FRP++ is €9,000. It covers the administrative costs of the programme: registration, enrolment, subscription, administrative support, access to faculty and university services, the organisation of the case studies, the thesis defence and other expenditures directly linked to the organisation of the course, as well as health insurance.
Participation costs only cover administrative fees and the academic costs of the programme. They do not include living, housing or travel costs.
Cost of Living in the Four Cities
The cost of living depends on the course location. On average, minimum monthly expenses excluding accommodation are about the following, using information the programme collected from Numbeo:
🇵🇹 Guimarães (Portugal): €600
🇪🇸 Girona (Spain): €700
🇮🇹 Naples (Italy): €750
🇫🇷 Toulouse (France): €850
Accommodation costs also vary and may on average be in the range of €300 to €400. The programme strongly advises students to carry out a careful economic survey of all the costs involved before deciding to enrol.
The Deposit After Selection
The number of applicants is much larger than the number of vacancies, and a student's confirmation of acceptance means that other interested applicants cannot join the master. For that reason, the FRP++ Consortium requests a deposit from all selected students to confirm their acceptance of enrolment.
💳 The deposit value depends on the type of student: Erasmus Mundus, Consortium or self-funded.
↩️ The deposit is only refunded, or deducted from the tuition fees payable when applicable, if the student enrols at the university.
🚫 If you later decide not to attend the master, the amount is not refunded, although exceptional cases are analysed individually.
🧮 A minimum charge of €250 always applies to cover operational costs.
Other Scholarships and Government Loans
Erasmus Mundus scholarships are limited to only a few students, and many students enrolled in Erasmus+ programmes are financed through government loans, which usually cover living costs and tuition fees at least partly. Many funders require you to plan well ahead, and the programme recommends starting scholarship applications 1.5 years before the start of the master.
Current students of Erasmus+ programmes are financed by sources including:
🍁 Canada: Student Aid Alberta
🦜 Colombia: Colfuturo
⚓ Denmark: The Danish State Educational Support (SU)
🏦 Germany: AuslandsBAföG
🏺 Italy: Study in Italy
🌵 Mexico: Conacyt
⛰️ Norway: Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund
🌊 Portugal: How To Fund Your Studies
🏞️ Slovenia: Tuition and funding
Recent Life on the Programme
The FRP++ Workshop 2026 brought together students, academic staff and industry representatives in Guimarães, Portugal, from 20 to 22 May 2026. Hosted by the University of Minho, the three days were dedicated to research dissemination, industrial engagement, professional development and networking, and gave MSc students the opportunity to showcase the progress of their dissertations.
The programme's 2025 highlights included international workshops bridging academia and industry in Naples and Girona, keynotes from leading institutions such as EPFL and Boeing, and strong industry integration through site visits.
The Erasmus Mundus Students and Alumni Association is envisaged to assist prospective and new Erasmus Mundus students throughout their involvement with the programme, and the programme also publishes student guides for applicants and students.
Which Countries Fall Into Each Scholarship Group
Programme Countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Türkiye
Partner Countries: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Comoros, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of Timor Leste, Djibouti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, DPR Korea, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Faroe Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Gabon, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Macao, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Republic of Côte d’Ivoire, Republic of Korea, Russia, Rwanda, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Samoa, San Marino, Sao Tomé and Principe, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Suriname, Switzerland, Syria, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City State, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Partner Countries under NDICI: Australia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, New Zealand, Niue, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam, Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Yemen, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Grenada, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent & Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago, Algeria, Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Palestine, Syria, Tunisia
Partner Countries under IPA: Albania, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro
Find more funded master's degrees and study grants in the Scholarships section of Youth Works Hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the Erasmus Mundus FRP++ scholarship worth?
The Erasmus Mundus scholarship supports costs of up to €25,800. It fully covers the €9,000 participation costs and contributes €1,400 per month for the entire duration of the master towards travel, visa, installation and subsistence costs.
Can students of any nationality apply to FRP++?
Yes. All three calls for 2027/2028 are open to students of any nationality. Erasmus Mundus scholarship places are divided between Programme Countries and Partner Countries, while Consortium scholarships are planned for students from any geographical origin.
Which call should I apply to for EU funding?
Apply within the First Call, which closes on 31 January 2027 at 23:59 UTC. EU scholarships are only available during this call, and most of the Consortium scholarships are also available during it.
Do I need 300 ECTS to be admitted?
The programme lists a minimum of 300 ECTS or 240 ECTS. The 300 ECTS requirement is mandatory for all students whose mobility track includes UNINA, so check your intended track before applying.
Can I apply without an official English certificate?
Yes, you may still apply by attaching a relevant declaration or proof in the application form. This may lead to a lower score during evaluation, and an interview will be scheduled to verify your English if you reach an eligible position for a scholarship or enrolment.
Can I apply before graduating?
Yes. Students who predict graduating before 31 July 2027 can apply and receive a grant. If selected, their admission is conditional on the MSc Secretariat receiving the degree diploma before that date.
Is there a deposit if I am selected?
Yes. All selected students are asked to pay a deposit to confirm their acceptance, and its value depends on whether the student is Erasmus Mundus, Consortium or self-funded. A minimum charge of €250 always applies to cover operational costs, and the amount is not refunded if you later decide not to attend, apart from exceptional cases analysed individually.
How long is the FRP++ master and where do I study?
The master lasts one academic year (60 ECTS) and leads to a double master's degree. You carry out the entire coursework in one location and the dissertation in another, with the programme held on a rotating basis among partners. Youth Works Hub lists the full funding and document details above so you can compare locations before you apply.
Deadline
⏳ 31 January 2027
Links
🖋️ Application form: https://www.cognitoforms.com/f/FCEs4znPfkOl9W5CqB9O7w/50
🏠 FRP++ official website: https://msc-frp.org/
🗂️ Applications page: https://msc-frp.org/applications/
💶 Scholarships page: https://msc-frp.org/scholarships/
👥 Erasmus Mundus Students and Alumni Association: https://www.em-a.eu
