Europe is no longer experimenting with clean energy — it is rebuilding its entire power system, and it needs globally trained engineers to lead that transition. The 2026 Erasmus Mundus Decentralised Smart Energy Systems (DENSYS 2.0) Scholarship is one of the most strategic fully funded master’s opportunities for international students who want to sit at the intersection of renewable energy, smart grids, digital systems, and sustainability engineering.
This is not a classroom-only degree. It is a multi-country European training program, backed by the Erasmus Mundus framework, designed to produce energy professionals capable of designing and managing real-world decentralised energy systems across borders.
This guide explains what DENSYS is, what it offers, who can apply, how mobility works, and why this scholarship stands out for 2026 applicants worldwide.
What Is the Erasmus Mundus DENSYS 2.0 Program?
The Decentralized Smart Energy Systems (DENSYS 2.0) program is a two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJM) focused on modern energy systems that move beyond centralized power plants.
Instead of traditional grids, the program trains students in:
- Distributed renewable generation
- Smart grids and digital energy management
- Energy storage and sector coupling
- Energy-to-X technologies
- Thermal and electrical system integration
Graduates are prepared for careers in energy engineering, smart infrastructure, grid innovation, sustainability consulting, and research. The degree is delivered entirely in English and results in a joint or double master’s degree, depending on the mobility track chosen.
What the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Covers?
Selected Erasmus Mundus scholars under DENSYS receive a fully funded study package, removing financial barriers for international candidates. This scholarship actually covers the following:
- 100% tuition fee waiver for the entire program
- Monthly stipend of approximately €1,400 for up to 24 months
- Travel allowance based on distance from Europe
- Installation allowance at the start of the program
- Comprehensive health and accident insurance
- Coverage of academic activities such as laboratories, summer schools, and mobility costs
This funding allows students to focus entirely on learning, research, and professional development.
A Truly European Degree: Universities and Mobility Structure
One of the strongest reasons international students choose DENSYS 2.0 is its genuinely European design. This is not a single-campus master’s program with a short exchange attached. Instead, DENSYS is built as a multi-country academic journey, allowing students to study, specialize, and research across some of Europe’s most respected energy and engineering institutions.
For foreign applicants, this structure means earning a European joint degree while building academic and professional networks in multiple countries—a major advantage in today’s global energy job market.
Consortium Universities You Will Study At
The program is delivered by a carefully selected consortium of leading technical universities, each contributing a distinct strength in energy systems and engineering:
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Université de Lorraine (France)
The academic anchor of the program, responsible for core training in decentralized and smart energy systems during the first year. -
KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden)
Known globally for advanced research in smart grids, sustainable energy systems, and digital energy technologies. -
Politecnico di Torino (Italy)
A major European hub for energy engineering, energy storage, and Energy-to-X technologies. -
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain)
Renowned for thermal energy engineering, system optimization, and applied industrial research.
How Mobility Works?
- Year 1: Core energy systems training at Université de Lorraine (France)
- Semester 3: Specialization semester in Sweden, Italy, or Spain
- Semester 4: Master’s thesis or internship, often industry-linked
This structure ensures students graduate with academic depth, international exposure, and applied experience.
Who Can Apply?
The Erasmus Mundus DENSYS 2.0 Scholarship is open to international students from any country, and the eligibility rules are straightforward. If you meet the points below, you are likely eligible to apply.
To be considered, you should have a bachelor’s degree or be in your final year of study in an engineering or closely related technical field. Common accepted backgrounds include electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, energy engineering, chemical engineering, physics, or other similar STEM disciplines. Your degree should show that you have a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, and engineering concepts.
You must also be able to study in English, as the entire program is taught in English. This usually means providing an English language test result such as IELTS or TOEFL, unless you qualify for an exemption based on your previous education.
A good academic record is important. While there is no fixed minimum GPA published, competitive applicants generally have consistent academic performance and a clear interest in energy systems, sustainability, or smart technologies.
In addition, you will need to submit basic application documents, including:
- Academic transcripts from your university
- A motivation letter explaining why you want to study decentralized smart energy systems
- A CV or résumé
- Recommendation letters (as required by the program)
There are no age limits and no nationality restrictions under the Erasmus Mundus framework. Applicants from outside Europe are fully eligible and strongly encouraged to apply.
If you have an engineering background, can study in English, and are motivated to work in the clean and smart energy sector, you are a strong candidate for the DENSYS 2026 intake.
Apply: https://densys-app.univ-lorraine.fr/
The last date to apply for the Erasmus Mundus Decentralised Smart Energy Systems (DENSYS) Scholarship 2026 is 26 January 2026 (Paris time). Applicants selected for the program are usually notified in March 2026, with the master’s program scheduled to begin in September 2026 for the 2026–2027 academic year.