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IMRD: International Master of Science in Rural Development (Erasmus Mundus)

Ghent University with consortium partners (Erasmus+) · Multiple

A two-year Erasmus Mundus joint master in rural development, agricultural economics and rural policy, with a joint degree signed by six European universities. Students move between Ghent University (Belgium), University of Córdoba (Spain), Humboldt University of Berlin (Germany), Slovak University of Agriculture in Nitra (Slovakia), University of Pisa (Italy) and Institut Agro Rennes-Angers (France), with case studies and thesis support from partners in South Africa, Vietnam, the USA and Ecuador. It suits agriculture, economics and social science graduates working on rural livelihoods and food systems.

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Deadline

Varies

The official site (imrd.eu) does not yet publish 2027 deadlines or confirm the number of Erasmus Mundus scholarships for the 2027 intake (it shows EU co-funding). Scholarship deadlines for Ghent-coordinated EMJMs are usually in winter; confirm with applications.itc@ugent.be.

What it covers

  • Erasmus Mundus scholarship (where awarded): €1,400/month living allowance
  • Tuition (non-EEA €9,000/year) and insurance covered for scholarship holders
  • Study in at least two European countries plus field case study
  • Joint degree from the six European partners

Who can apply

  • Bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS; second class lower (or equivalent) not accepted
  • Agricultural sciences preferred; others need maths/statistics, life sciences and social science/economics coursework
  • English: IELTS Academic 6.5 (min 6 writing), TOEFL iBT 80, TOEFL pBT 550, Cambridge CAE or CEFR B2 (no Duolingo/TOEIC/ITP)
  • Final-year students may apply if the degree is completed before the start

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How to apply

  1. 1Check requirements at imrd.eu/admission-application
  2. 2Prepare transcripts, degree, IELTS/TOEFL, CV and motivation letter
  3. 3Submit the online application and indicate interest in a scholarship
  4. 4Complete the Qualification Check/legalisation if academically admitted

Tips from successful applicants

  • Pakistani 4-year BSc (Hons) Agriculture or Agricultural Economics degrees fit well – a 2nd division/low CGPA will not be accepted
  • Take IELTS Academic (not Duolingo) and secure at least 6.0 in writing
  • Self-funded non-EEA cost is about €18,000 tuition plus €1,100/month living – only accept without a scholarship if you can show these funds

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