The International Master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering (IMFSE) is a two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree designed to train highly skilled fire safety engineers capable of addressing complex fire risks in buildings, infrastructure, transport systems, and industrial environments. The programme combines engineering, risk assessment, fire dynamics, evacuation modeling, and safety management through a strong interdisciplinary approach.
IMFSE is coordinated by a consortium of leading European universities, with study mobility across multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, and exposure to international fire safety standards and real-world engineering challenges.
Opportunity Details
The table below outlines the key academic and mobility features of the Erasmus Mundus IMFSE Master’s programme for the 2026 intake.
| Opportunity Details | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree Awarded | Master of Science (MSc) in Fire Safety Engineering awarded as an Erasmus Mundus Joint Degree or multiple diplomas depending on the mobility track. |
| Study Duration | Two-year full-time master’s programme comprising 120 ECTS credits. |
| Mode of Study | Full-time, on-campus study with compulsory participation in academic and practical components. |
| Countries of Study | Students study at partner universities in the United Kingdom, Belgium, and Sweden, depending on track allocation. |
| Mobility Requirement | International mobility is mandatory and forms a core component of the Erasmus Mundus programme structure. |
What Opportunity Winners Will Get?
Selected Erasmus Mundus scholarship holders receive full financial coverage, including:
- Full tuition fee waiver for the entire programme
- Monthly stipend (approximately €1,400 per month for up to 24 months)
- Travel allowance (based on distance from home country)
- Installation allowance (for non-EU students)
- Insurance coverage (health, accident, travel).
Self-Sponsored Study Option
Applicants not selected for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship can still enroll on a self-funded basis and the key points:
- Tuition fees apply
- Visa and living expenses must be self-arranged
- Same academic degree and mobility as scholarship holders
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for IMFSE 2026, applicants must generally:
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or be in the final year) in:
- Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, Safety, Structural, or related)
- Physics, Applied Sciences, or closely related fields
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Have sufficient English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent, as required by partner universities)
- Be able to participate in mandatory international mobility
- Meet Erasmus Mundus nationality and eligibility rules.
Application Categories & Deadlines
For the Erasmus Mundus IMFSE Scholarship 2026, applications are accepted under two categories: Erasmus Mundus scholarship applicants and self-sponsored applicants. Candidates applying for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship must submit their complete application no later than 1 February 2026, as applications submitted after 31 January 2026 will not be considered for scholarship funding. The selection results for Erasmus Mundus scholarship applicants are expected to be announced by the end of March 2026.
Applicants who are not selected for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship may still apply to the IMFSE programme on a self-sponsored basis. Self-funded applicants who require a visa must submit their application before 1 April 2026, while self-sponsored applicants who do not require a visa have a later deadline and must apply before 1 June 2026. The selection outcomes for self-sponsored applicants will be communicated by the end of June 2026, and successful self-funded students are required to complete their tuition fee payment by the end of August 2026.
Career Prospects After IMFSE
Graduates typically work in:
- Fire safety engineering consultancies
- Construction and infrastructure companies
- Risk assessment and compliance agencies
- Government safety authorities
- Research institutions and PhD programmes
- Industrial safety and insurance sectors
Official Application Portal
Apply directly via the IMFSE programme website: https://imfse.be/deadlines.