The world of humanitarian leadership just received electrifying news — the NOHA Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in International Humanitarian Action has officially opened applications for its 2026–2028 cohort!
If you’ve ever dreamed of working with the United Nations, Red Cross, or global NGOs that lead crisis response, this program is your golden ticket.
This isn’t an ordinary master’s — it’s a life-changing expedition across Europe. Students study and live in multiple countries, moving from Spain to Sweden, Ireland to Germany, or even France to Malta, building cross-cultural expertise while learning from 150+ humanitarian academics and field professionals.
Each year, only a few brilliant minds from around the world are chosen to receive the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship — one of the world’s most competitive and generous scholarships. Successful candidates receive €1 400 per month for two years, full tuition coverage, travel, insurance, and relocation support.
The NOHA network, formed in 1993, has grown into a global alliance of leading universities and humanitarian agencies — including Deusto, UCD Dublin, Ruhr Bochum, Groningen, Warsaw, Uppsala, Malta, and Aix-Marseille.
In addition to European study modules, students can pursue field placements or contextual studies in Jordan, India, Thailand, Colombia, the USA, or Sierra Leone, gaining real-world insights into crisis management, humanitarian law, and global policy.
Funding Highlights
Full Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
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- Tuition fees – Fully covered
- Monthly stipend – €1 400 × 24 months
- Travel & installation allowance – Included
- Insurance – Included.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants from all countries are eligible. You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field — from social sciences to engineering, public health, or law — and demonstrate English proficiency (IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 93).
No work experience is required, but professional or volunteer humanitarian experience strengthens your profile.
Application Deadlines
The application period for the NOHA Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in International Humanitarian Action (2026–2028 cohort) is now officially open. Interested candidates aiming to secure the fully funded Erasmus Mundus Scholarship must submit their complete application by 15 December 2025. Those wishing to apply as self-funded applicants have until 1 April 2026 to complete their submission through the NOHA online portal.
How to Apply?
Apply directly through the official NOHA portal: https://www.nohanet.org/masters
Submit your documents, reference letters, proof of language ability, and motivational statement before the deadline.
Why It Matters?
In a world facing climate disasters, conflict, and displacement, this degree creates the next generation of global responders and peacebuilders. Graduates go on to serve in UN agencies, EU institutions, and international NGOs — leading humanitarian responses that save lives.