Erasmus Mundus GEMMA Scholarship 2026 | Master in Women’s and Gender Studies

The Erasmus Mundus GEMMA Scholarship 2026 is a two-year joint master’s program for students who want to become experts in women’s and gender studies. You learn feminist theory, intersectionality, social justice, and how gender affects politics, culture, and society. The program is interdisciplinary and combines humanities and social sciences. You study at two of seven top European universities and earn two master’s degrees. The Erasmus Mundus GEMMA program starts in September 2026 and offers full scholarships to the best students from any country. You may also like Erasmus Mundus MSc EF Scholarship 2026 | Master in European Forestry.

Details About the Erasmus Mundus GEMMA Scholarship

Feature	Details
Program Name	GEMMA – Women’s and Gender Studies
Duration	2 years full-time (120 ECTS)
Degree Type	Double master’s degree from two universities
Host Countries	Choose any two from Spain, Italy, Hungary, UK, Austria, Netherlands, France
Funded By	Erasmus+ Programme – European Union
Scholarship Deadline	January 2026
Self-funded Deadline	April 2026
Contact	gemma@ugr.es
Official Website	https://gemma.ugr.es

Host Universities

• University of Granada (Spain) – coordinator, strong in feminist theory
• University of Bologna (Italy) – expert in gender and culture
• Central European University (Hungary) – leader in social sciences
• University of York (UK) – top in gender studies
• University of Oviedo (Spain) – focus on policy and rights
• Utrecht University (Netherlands) – strong in intersectionality
• Université de Toulouse (France) – good in research methods

What Students Learn

• Feminist history and theory
• Intersectionality and diversity
• Gender in politics and law
• Research methods and methodology
• Gender and culture
• Practical skills like internships and projects

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Why Choose the GEMMA Program

• First and only Erasmus Mundus master in women’s and gender studies
• Study at two top universities
• Full scholarship covers all costs
• Small classes for deep discussions
• Double degree recognized worldwide
• Strong focus on equality and justice
• Great for jobs in NGOs, policy, or research

Study Path and Mobility

1. Semester 1 – Your home university Core modules: feminist theory, methodology, history.
2. Semester 2 – Your home university Elective courses and specializations.
3. Semester 3 – Your mobility university Advanced electives, optional internship, or summer school.
4. Semester 4 – Home or mobility university Master’s thesis (20,000–30,000 words).

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor degree in humanities, social sciences, or related fields.
• Good grades.
• English proficiency – IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, or similar.
• Interest in gender equality.

Documents Required

• CV
• University transcripts and degree certificate
• Two recommendation letters
• Motivation letter (1–1.5 pages)
• English test result
• Passport copy

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition fee Plus stipend every month for 24 months and Travel money plus Health insurance and Installation allowance.

Also See: Erasmus Mundus CHOREOMUNDUS Scholarship 2026.

Application Tips

• Write why gender equality matters to you
• Show any project on women’s rights or equality
• Get strong letters from teachers
• Apply in October 2025
• Keep motivation letter clear and passionate
• Mention your mobility choices

How to Apply For Erasmus Mundus GEMMA Scholarship

1. Go to https://gemma.ugr.es and Click Apply.
2. Fill online form.
3. Upload all documents.
4. Submit by January 2026 for scholarship.
5. Results by spring 2026.

Career Opportunities

• Researcher in equality studies
• Gender policy advisor
• Work in UN Women or NGOs
• PhD with funding
• Teacher or academic
• Consultant for diversity

FAQs

Official Sources

• Erasmus Mundus Catalogue