Applications for the Erasmus Mundus EMerald Scholarship 2026 are now available. The Erasmus EMerald is a two-year joint master’s program for students who want to learn how to find, process, and recycle minerals and metals in a safe and green way. You study how to understand rocks, improve mining, reduce waste, and support clean energy. The program mixes geology, engineering, recycling and sustainability with real lab work and industry projects. You study in Belgium, France, Sweden and Germany at four top universities. The Erasmus Mundus EMerald program starts in September 2026 and offers full scholarships to the best students from any country. Also see the Erasmus Mundus EMIMEP Scholarship 2026.
Details About the Erasmus Mundus EMerald Scholarship
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | EMerald – Georesources Engineering |
| Duration | 2 years full-time (120 ECTS) |
| Degree Type | Quadruple degree (from each visited university) |
| Host Countries | Belgium, France, Sweden, Germany |
| Funded By | Erasmus+ Programme – European Union |
| Total Scholarships | Around 15 to 20 full scholarships each year |
| Monthly Money | €1,400 for 24 months |
| Start Date | September 2026 |
| Application Opens | Around October 2025 |
| Scholarship Deadline | Around February 2026 |
| Contact | emerald@uliege.be |
Host Universities
- University of Liège (Belgium) – semester 1, strong in mineral resources, geostatistics, and basic processing with Belgian mining research
- University of Lorraine (France) – semester 2, expert in advanced mineral processing and surface characterization with French industry links
- Luleå University of Technology (Sweden) – semester 3 option, leader in metallurgy and mining geology with Nordic clean tech focus
- TU Bergakademie Freiberg (Germany) – semester 3 option, top in geometallurgy and German resource engineering tradition
What Students Learn from Erasmus EMerald
- How to study rocks and find useful minerals.
- Basic and advanced ways to process minerals.
- Geostatistics and how to predict where minerals are.
- Recycling metals and reducing waste from mining.
- Geometallurgy and how to plan better processing.
- Mining geology and understanding ore bodies.
- Clean and safe methods for resource use.
- Sustainability and circular economy in mining.
Also See: Erasmus Mundus EMINENT Scholarship 2026
Why Choose the EMerald Program
- Clear focus on green mining and recycling minerals.
- Study in four European countries with real mining areas.
- Full scholarship pays for tuition, living, travel, and insurance.
- Real lab work and industry projects with companies.
- Small group of students for close help and friends.
- Quadruple degree good for jobs in mining and energy.
- Good preparation for clean energy and resource jobs.
- Strong contacts with mining companies and labs.
Study Path and Mobility
- Semester 1 – University of Liège, Belgium Basic mineral resources, geostatistics, processing, recycling.
- Semester 2 – University of Lorraine, France Advanced mineral processing and surface studies.
- Semester 3 – Choose Luleå (Sweden) or Freiberg (Germany) Advanced metallurgy, geometallurgy, mining geology.
- Semester 4 – Any partner university or company Master’s thesis with research or industry work.
Admission Requirements
To apply, you must meet the following conditions:
Academic Qualification
- You must have a Bachelor’s degree (at least 180 ECTS)
- Your degree should include:
- At least 60 ECTS in one or more of these subjects:
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Environmental / Mineral / Metallurgical Engineering
- At least 22.5 ECTS in Mathematics
- At least 60 ECTS in one or more of these subjects:
English Language Requirement
- You must prove English proficiency with one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 or higher
- TOEFL iBT: 87–90 or higher
- This equals B2–C1 level English
Entrance Test
- You must complete a mandatory online quiz covering:
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Geology
- You need at least 30% score to pass.
Interview
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a conditional online interview via Microsoft Teams.
Documents Required
- Bachelor degree and grades list
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Two recommendation letters
- English test result
- Passport copy
See Also: Erasmus Mundus AFEPA Scholarship 2026
Scholarship Benefits
- All tuition fees paid
- €1,400 every month for 24 months = €33,600 total
- Help with travel
- Health insurance
- Money to start (€1,000)
Application Tips
- Write a clear motivation letter – say why you like green mining.
- Tell about any engineering, geology, or sustainability work.
- Get good letters from your teachers.
- Show you care about the environment and resources.
- Be ready to study in different countries.
How to Apply for Erasmus Mundus EMerald Scholarship
- Go to official Erasmus Mundus EMerald Scholarship website and click apply.
- Fill the form.
- Upload your papers.
- Send by February 2026 for scholarship.
- Wait for results in spring 2026.
Career Opportunities
- Mining engineer for green projects
- Recycling expert for metals
- Work in mining or energy companies
- Researcher in resource labs
- Job in EU green energy offices
- Consultant for sustainable mining
- PhD in georesources
FAQs
Q1. What is EMerald?
A. Master program on georesources engineering in Belgium, France, Sweden, and Germany.
Q2. Who can apply for EMerald?
A. Engineering, geology, chemistry students with good English.
Q3. Do I get industry experience?
A. Yes – thesis and projects with companies.
Q4. How many scholarships?
A. Around 15–20 full ones.