Joint Master Degrees EMJMDs ERASMUS+ Key Action 1 Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees EMJMDs

A streamlined architecture: 3 Key Actions A single integrated programme Erasmus+ KA1 Learning Mobility for Individuals KA3 Policy Support KA2 Co-operation Projects Specific activities: Jean Monnet Sport Erasmus+ is the European Union (EU's) programme which supports projects, partnerships, events and mobility in the areas of education, training, youth and sport. The programme, which runs from 2014 to 2020, provides funding opportunities for cooperation in all these areas, both among European countries and between European countries and Partner Countries throughout the world. Erasmus+ budget 2014 – 2020: - Almost €16.5 billion - 40% budget increase - EU and external budget Erasmus+ replaces seven programmes bringing together : - The Lifelong Learning Programme (Erasmus, Leonardo da Vinci, Comenius and Grundtvig, Jean Monnet) - The Youth in Action programme - Five international cooperation programmes (Erasmus Mundus, Tempus, Alfa, Edulink, the programme for cooperation with industrialised countries) - The new sport action.   Erasmus+ recognises the importance of the extra-EU international dimension in all these areas, especially in higher education and supports the international exchange of students, academics, ideas and good practice between institutions. Erasmus+ provides more opportunities for individuals and for organisations, simplifies the way these scholarships and grants work and adds a range of new opportunities. These opportunities to get involved fall primarily under Erasmus+ Key Action 1 (entitled 'Learning Mobility') and Key Action 2 (entitled 'Cooperation for Innovation and the Exchange of Good Practices'). The actions of the Erasmus + programme are divided into decentralised actions and centralised actions. The decentralised actions are managed in each programme country by the International Erasmus+ Contact point (ICPs) of the National Agencies. The centralised actions are managed at a European level by the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA).For strands of the Erasmus+ programme that work with countries outside the EU and other Programme Countries (i.e. Partner Countries), National Erasmus+ Offices have been set up in a number of these eligible Partner Countries. Key Action 1 – Learning Mobility for Individuals (Higher Education area): Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees Mobility Actions for Higher education students and staff (National Agencies) Key Action 2 - Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices: Capacity Building in the field of higher education supporting cooperation with Partner Countries. - Knowledge Alliances cooperation between higher education institutions and enterprises; Sector Skills Alliances addressing skills gaps in specific economic sectors; May include higher education institutions from partner countries, but only if clear added value for the project Ad Degree mobility: the former EM Joint Doctorates have been integrated under Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (Horizon 2020) EMJMD

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees …in brief: Highly integrated Master study programmes delivered by international HEI consortium No restriction in disciplines Duration 12 – 18 – 24 months (60 – 90 – 120 ECTS credits) 4 consecutive student intakes Mandatory study period in at least two (2) different Programme Countries (no virtual mobility) Award of a joint or multiple Master degree Full scholarships for students - 75% for students from Partner Countries An Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) is a prestigious, integrated, international study programme, lasting between one and two years, delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions (HEIs). The consortium may also include, where relevant, other educational and/or non-educational partners with specific expertise and interest in the areas of study. EMJMDs award EU-funded scholarships to the best student candidates applying under annual selection rounds. Students must study in partner HEIs in at least two different Programme Countries. Grants are also available for visiting scholars or guest lecturers who can bring added value to the degree course. EMJMD structure: Integrated international Master programmes of excellent quality to attract the very best students worldwide Developed and delivered by a consortium of HEIs from Programme Countries & Partner Countries (if relevant) Duration 12 – 18 – 24 months (60 – 90 – 120 ECTS credits), optional preparatory year + 4 intakes (6 years maximum) – covered by one Grant Agreement Mandatory study period in at least 2 different Programme Countries (no virtual mobility) Fully recognised and accredited joint / multiple Master degrees NEW 2018 Call: Programme Country scholarships offered to the consortia increase as the share of the Partner Country scholarships will take into account those offered under Heading 1 and Heading 4/ EDF budgets together

International cooperation Programme Countries Partner Countries EU Member States + Other Programme Countries: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey All other countries throughout the world Programme countries are the EU 28 + Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Turkey, FYROM and since 2019 call also Serbia* i.e. all countries that contribute financially to the programme and have a National Agency to manage it. Partner Countries are all other countries throughout the world. In 2019 the UK continues to count as FULL Erasmus+ Programme Country. *The recognition of Serbia as a Programme Country is subject to the following conditions: - The availability of the appropriations provided for in the draft budget for 2019 after the adoption of the budget for 2019 for Serbia. - Amendment to the Agreement between European Union and Republic of Serbia on the participation of the Republic of Serbia in "Erasmus+": the Union programme for education, training, youth and sport.

EMJMD - main aims Quality, innovation, excellence, internationalisation Competences, skills & employability of Master graduates Quality and attractiveness of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) Relevance for the labour market "Jointness" – high level of course integration Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees build on the success of Erasmus Mundus Masters Courses (2004-2013) and aim to: foster quality improvements, innovation, excellence and internationalisation in higher education institutions (HEI); increase the quality and the attractiveness of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and supporting the EU's external action in the higher education field, by offering full degree scholarships to the best Master students worldwide; improve the level of competences and skills of Master graduates, and in particular the relevance of the Joint Masters for the labour market, through an increased involvement of employers. Jointness: The programme is developed jointly by all consortium partners and jointly implemented: Jointly developed curriculum Joint application procedure and selection of students Joint quality review and examination of students EMJMDs are invited to actively address the challenges of structural reforms relating to quality assurance and qualifications frameworks in the EHEA as included in the Yerevan communiqué, the so-called European Approach for Quality Assurance of Joint Programmes, adopted by the Conference of Ministers responsible for higher education of the EHEA/Bologna Process, and thereby contribute to promoting the transparency and mutual trust in higher education in the EHEA. In this regard, EMJMDs are expected to contribute to the objectives of the Europe 2020 Strategy and of the Education and Training strategic framework 2020 (ET2020), including the corresponding benchmarks established in those policies. http://bologna-yerevan2015.ehea.info/ http://www.ehea.info/Uploads/SubmitedFiles/5_2015/112705.pdf

Opportunities for HEIs from Programme countries High degree of visibility in a programme of Excellence Multiannual grant agreement and personalised management support by EACEA Attractive EU co-funding scheme Select top students worldwide Potential benefits linked to the establishment of joint degrees (these points may also be valid for multiple degrees and dual degrees, however the joint degree scheme might better exploit these benefits)   Internationalisation of partner HEIs Higher international visibility of partner HEIs Broader and more innovative educational offerings at the participating HEIs Educational and research collaborations – spin-off effects Increase interest of foreign students/high potential students in the study programme Increase intercultural understanding and collaborations – at personal and institutional level Capacity building at partner institutions through cooperation and exchange of good practices More transparency between different national educational systems Graduates are well prepared for the labour market, thanks to key skills developed (adaptability, resilience, learning to learn, cultural awareness, etc.). Challenges linked to the establishment and implementation of joint degrees Setting up of a comprehensive Consortium agreement: agreement on financial and administrative issues and tuition fees; covering the participating HEIs (financial) responsibilities and affirming their intention to develop and deliver a joint degree, agree on programme structure, etc. Development of joint transparent course management procedures: develop a grade conversion system between consortium HEIs; credit transfer agreement; joint internal and external course evaluation; issuing of the joint diploma and diploma supplement Design of a coherent curriculum, agree on joint learning outcomes, ensure also flexibility to work with different academic calendars; decide on language(s) of instruction; decide on joint teaching and student assessment methods. At the same time, avoid overlapping of course content to ensure efficiency. Student services – Students must quickly adapt to different academic and social environments & approaches to teaching and grading. This requires a high level of support to the students by the international offices of the HEIs before arrival and during the study programme (welcome kit before arrival, accommodation, visa issues, etc.). Moreover pro-active tutoring to close "knowledge gaps" and language training to ensure the success of the students. Staff mobility will add value to the programme Joint promotion strategy: recruitment of students; recognition of joint degree by academia and world of work; define uniqueness of the programme in comparison to other existing (national) offers Exploiting, reinforcing and making more evident the added value of a joint degree Setting up of a sustainability strategy: securing institutional support is a crucial element; support from national or international organisations and governments; ensure funding (joint degree study programmes are very demanding in terms of quality and budget) Legal and accreditation issues, recognition of joint study programme by all partners National regulations of countries of participating HEIs – impact on what is formally possible; alignment of joint academic regulations

Opportunities for HEIs from Partner countries High degree of international visibility in EU programme of Excellence Increased exchange of excellent students and staff from and to HEIs in Partner countries Exchange of good practices with other participating HEIs Possibility of further educational and research collaborations Potential benefits linked to the establishment of joint degrees (these points may also be valid for multiple degrees and dual degrees, however the joint degree scheme might better exploit these benefits)   Internationalisation of partner HEIs Higher international visibility of partner HEIs Broader and more innovative educational offerings at the participating HEIs Educational and research collaborations – spin-off effects Increase interest of foreign students/high potential students in the study programme Increase intercultural understanding and collaborations – at personal and institutional level Capacity building at partner institutions through cooperation and exchange of good practices More transparency between different national educational systems Graduates are well prepared for the labour market, thanks to key skills developed (adaptability, resilience, learning to learn, cultural awareness, etc.). Challenges linked to the establishment and implementation of joint degrees Setting up of a comprehensive Consortium agreement: agreement on financial and administrative issues and tuition fees; covering the participating HEIs (financial) responsibilities and affirming their intention to develop and deliver a joint degree, agree on programme structure, etc. Development of joint transparent course management procedures: develop a grade conversion system between consortium HEIs; credit transfer agreement; joint internal and external course evaluation; issuing of the joint diploma and diploma supplement Design of a coherent curriculum, agree on joint learning outcomes, ensure also flexibility to work with different academic calendars; decide on language(s) of instruction; decide on joint teaching and student assessment methods. At the same time, avoid overlapping of course content to ensure efficiency. Student services – Students must quickly adapt to different academic and social environments & approaches to teaching and grading. This requires a high level of support to the students by the international offices of the HEIs before arrival and during the study programme (welcome kit before arrival, accommodation, visa issues, etc.). Moreover pro-active tutoring to close "knowledge gaps" and language training to ensure the success of the students. Staff mobility will add value to the programme Joint promotion strategy: recruitment of students; recognition of joint degree by academia and world of work; define uniqueness of the programme in comparison to other existing (national) offers Exploiting, reinforcing and making more evident the added value of a joint degree Setting up of a sustainability strategy: securing institutional support is a crucial element; support from national or international organisations and governments; ensure funding (joint degree study programmes are very demanding in terms of quality and budget) Legal and accreditation issues, recognition of joint study programme by all partners National regulations of countries of participating HEIs – impact on what is formally possible; alignment of joint academic regulations

Opportunities for students Top academic expertise & specialisation options Unique mobility experience recognised joint/multiple degree Full scholarships with attractive financial envelope High employability thanks to key skills developed Support by consortium partners and EMA Opportunities for students Top academic expertise and specialisation options Unique mobility experience inside (and outside) Europe with recognised joint/multiple degree Full scholarships with attractive financial envelope (incl. insurance) High employability thanks to key skills developed Support by consortium partners and EM Alumni Association (EMA) EMA = Erasmus Mundus Alumni Association

Taking part as an Organisation Public and private organisations in Programme & Partner countries Programme country HEIs: Accreditation/Evaluation Non academic partners Associated partners The consortium offering an EMJMD must include HEIs from at least three Programme Countries and may involve additional HEIs from Programme and Partner Countries. Other organisations such as enterprises, public bodies, NGOs and research institutes may also be full partners.   Only an HEI established in one of the Programme Countries may submit an application on behalf of the consortium which delivers the degree programme. EMJMDs open to public or private organisations in Programme & Partner Countries HEIs - Non-academic partners (enterprises, non-profit organisations, NGOs, foundations, etc.) - Applicant: HEI established in Programme Country Minimum EMJMD consortium composition: 3 HEIs as partners (including the coordinator) from at least 3 different Programme Countries HEIs established in a Programme Country must be able to demonstrate at application stage the accreditation at national level of each degree-awarding Master programme on the basis of which the EMJMD programme is composed. For novel joint Master programmes that have not yet graduated students, the accreditation by the competent national authorities is required at application stage. HEIs established in a Programme Country: Accreditation at national level of each degree-awarding Master programme on the basis of which the EMJMD programme is composed – required at application stage Cooperation with HEIs widespread across EHEA & HEIs and other eligible organisations from Partner Countries Benefits: specific expertise, visibility to students and employers, promotion, etc. Associated partners (optional): specific tasks/activities, e.g. dissemination, knowledge and skills transfer, internships, etc. Minimum consortium: 3 HEIs - 3 different Programme countries

EMJMD students scholarships grants Students from Partner Countries Students from Programme Countries Contribution to participation costs up to 9.000 € per year 4.500 € per year Contribution to travel costs* 2.000 € per year if residence is less than 4.000 km from EMJMD coordinator 3.000 € per year if residence is 4.000 km or more from EMJMD coordinator 1.000 € per year Contribution to installation costs* 1.000 € - Living allowance (max 24 months) 1.000 € per month (not when in country of residence, and max 3 months in any Partner Country) 1.000 € per month (not when in country of residence) The final amount of the students scholarships depend on the nationality of the student, his/her country of residence and the duration of the EMJMD (2-3-4 semesters): - Max student scholarship: 49.000,- € * Scholarship amounts for travel/installation depend on the place of residence at the time of scholarship application

Taking part as an individual Students apply to EMJMD consortia: Catalogue with ongoing EMJMDs offering scholarships https://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-plus/scholarships In the course catalogue you will not only find the EMJMDs selected in 2014-2018, but also scholarships offered under the Intra-ACP academic mobility scheme (EMMCs and EMJDs had their last Erasmus Mundus funded intake in 2017 and are no longer included in the course catalogue) Student agreement: to be signed by both parties following the student's EMJMD course enrolment. This agreement must define as precisely as possible the rights and obligations of both parties and cover the academic, administrative, financial and insurance aspects of course participation and the EMJMD scholarship + appeal procedures EMJMD scholarship holders: must have a first higher education degree or equivalent have not received EMMC/EMJMD scholarship, EMJD fellowship in the past May apply to as many EMJMD courses as they wish

EMJMDs – Key messages & lessons learned Build up HEI consortia with a wide coverage of the EHEA Invest in internship programmes Participation of non-academic organisations in curriculum development, course implementation and performance evaluation Develop complementary competences for EM students Business and marketing plans for financial sustainability Outreach activities to raise visibility and recognition of awarded joint degrees among academia and business community

Information sources Erasmus+ Programme guide http://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-plus/resources/programme-guide_en EMJMD call for proposals 2019 https://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-plus/funding_en EMJMD website http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus-plus/actions/joint-master-degrees_en Policy paper: "EMJMDs - The story so far" https://eacea.ec.europa.eu/sites/eacea-site/files/2._policy_paper_on_joint_degrees.pdf EMJMD consortia selected in 2018 https://eacea.ec.europa.eu/sites/eacea-site/files/2018_emjmd_selection_results_- final.pdf

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