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The Erasmus Mundus SUSTAGRI Scholarship 2026 is a two-year (120 ECTS) joint master’s program that trains the next generation of experts in smart, green, and profitable farming. You learn drones, AI, precision irrigation, soil sensors, circular agriculture, and how to feed the world without destroying the planet. You study in Spain → Portugal → Greece at three top agricultural universities. The program starts in September 2026 and offers 20 full scholarships to the best students from any country. You may also like Erasmus Mundus MS2 Scholarship 2026.
Details About the Erasmus Mundus SUSTAGRI Scholarship
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | SUSTAGRI – Sustainable Agriculture with Advanced Technologies |
| Duration | 2 years full-time (120 ECTS) |
| Degree Type | Joint Master’s Degree from UPNA (Spain), UTAD (Portugal), AUA (Greece) |
| Host Countries | Spain → Portugal → Greece |
| Funded By | Erasmus+ Programme – European Union |
| Total Scholarships | 20 full EMJMD scholarships |
| Places per Year | Only 30 students |
| Scholarship Deadline | 15 January 2026 |
| Self-funded Deadline | April 2026 |
| Contact | sustagri.em@unavarra.es |
| Official Website | https://sustagri.em-unavarra.es |
Host Universities
- Public University of Navarre – UPNA (Spain) – leader in precision agriculture
- University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro – UTAD (Portugal) – expert in Mediterranean crops and water
- Agricultural University of Athens – AUA (Greece) – top in greenhouse tech and circular farming
What Students Learn
- Drones & satellites for crop monitoring
- AI and machine learning in agriculture
- Precision irrigation and smart water management
- Soil health and carbon farming
- Reducing pesticides with robotics and sensors
- Circular economy in farming (waste → resource)
- Climate-smart livestock and agroforestry
- Farm economics and EU green policies
Also See: Erasmus Mundus GroundwatCh Scholarship 2026.
Why Choose Erasmus SUSTAGRI
- Only Erasmus Mundus master combining agriculture + digital tech + sustainability
- Live in three sunny Mediterranean countries
- Full scholarship + €1,400 every month
- Small cohort (30 students) → personal attention
- Real farm visits and field experiments
- Joint degree recognized worldwide
- 100 % employability – agrotech is booming
Fixed Mobility Track
- Semester 1 – Public University of Navarre, Pamplona, Spain Smart farming systems and precision agriculture
- Semester 2 – University of Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, Vila Real, Portugal Water management and Mediterranean crops
- Semester 3 – Agricultural University of Athens, Greece Greenhouse tech, circular economy, electives
- Semester 4 – Any of the three universities Master’s thesis (often with companies like John Deere, Bayer, or EU projects)
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s in Agricultural Engineering, Environmental/Civil/Computing/Telecommunication Engineering, Agronomy, Biology, or related fields
- Good grades (top 40 % recommended)
- English B2 minimum (IELTS 6.0–6.5, TOEFL iBT 80+, or equivalent)
- Final-year students can apply
Documents Required
- University transcripts + degree certificate
- CV
- Motivation letter (why sustainable smart farming)
- Two recommendation letters
- English test result
- Passport copy
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fee paid
- €1,400 every month for 24 months
- Travel allowance €2,000–€3,000 per year
- Health insurance
- Installation allowance €1,000
Application Tips (How to Win One of the 20 Scholarships)
- Show any farm, drone, sensor, or coding project
- Write how you want to make farming greener and more profitable
- Mention climate change or food security passion
- Ask professors who know your technical skills for letters
- Apply the day it opens – first applications get priority
- Keep motivation letter 1–2 pages, clear and personal
How to Apply For Erasmus Mundus SUSTAGRI Scholarship
- Go to https://sustagri.em-unavarra.es and click Apply.
- Fill online form.
- Upload all documents in PDF.
- Submit before 15 January 2026 for scholarship.
- Results by March 2026.
Career Opportunities
- Precision agriculture specialist
- Agrotech startup founder
- Consultant at Bayer, Syngenta, Yara
- Smart farm manager
- EU policy advisor on Green Deal
- Researcher in drones/sensors for crops
- PhD with full funding
Average starting salary: €45,000–€75,000 per year in Europe.
FAQs
Q1. Is agricultural background mandatory?
A. No – computing, environmental, civil engineers are also accepted.
Q2. Do I choose the order of countries?
A. No – fixed: Spain → Portugal → Greece.
Q3. How many scholarships?
A. 20 full ones – very competitive!
Q4. Can I do thesis in my country?
A. Yes, if a partner or company agrees.