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Study engineering and industrial innovation in Europe

Ready to engineer the future? Europe's Erasmus Mundus programmes in engineering and industrial innovation combine technical excellence with real-world problem-solving, preparing you to lead the next generation of sustainable technology and industrial transformation.

Why choose Erasmus Mundus for engineering studies?

Cross-border engineering expertise

Study in at least two - often three - European universities, each bringing specialised labs, research facilities, and industry connections to your technical education.

Hands-on learning environments

Access world-class engineering labs, pilot plants, and testing facilities that individual universities couldn't offer alone.

Industry partnerships

Direct collaboration with European manufacturers, tech companies, and infrastructure providers through internships, thesis projects, and mentorship programmes.

Future-ready skills

Focus on engineering challenges that matter – sustainable manufacturing, smart systems, and technologies driving Europe's industrial competitiveness.

Plan ahead!

Most scholarship deadlines fall between October and January, so start preparing early!

6 outstanding Erasmus Mundus programmes to explore

CoDaS – Communications Engineering and Data Science

Study locations: Aalto University (Finland), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain), Técnico Lisboa (Portugal), TU Braunschweig (Germany), Grenoble INP-UGA (France).

What makes it unique

One of the first joint degrees from the Unite! European University Alliance, combining communications engineering with AI and data analytics for next-generation networks.

Cutting-edge focus

Master 5G/6G communications, IoT security, machine learning applications, and wireless systems – skills essential for Europe's digital transformation.

Real-world application

Work on industry-relevant projects in automation, cybersecurity, and distributed systems with direct company partnerships.

Career prospects

High demand across telecommunications, tech consulting, and cybersecurity sectors, with graduates joining both European startups and global technology leaders.

MBUILD – Sustainable Design, Construction and Management of the Built Environment

Study locations: University of Porto (Portugal), University of Cantabria (Spain), Technische Hochschule Mittelhessen (Germany).

What makes it unique

Addresses the construction industry's massive environmental impact through integrated sustainability approaches across the entire building lifecycle.

Comprehensive approach

Master sustainable strategies, eco-design, green construction techniques, and integrated project delivery methods.

Industry experience

Fourth semester dissertation under academic supervision in connection with supporting companies, ensuring practical relevance.

Built on experience

Evolved from the successful MECE programme that has been connecting European construction education since 1991.

EMINENT – European Master on Embedded Intelligence Nanosystems Engineering

Study locations: Hellenic Mediterranean University (Greece), University of Siegen (Germany), NOVA University Lisbon (Portugal), University of Orléans (France), Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (Lithuania).

What makes it unique

Bridges nanoscale materials science with intelligent sensor systems and IoT applications – a truly interdisciplinary approach to emerging technologies.

Structured learning path

Start with nanomaterials in Greece, advance to sensors and data analysis in Germany, then specialise based on your chosen track.

Five specialisation tracks

Choose from Embedded Intelligent Sensorics, Functional Materials, IoT and Robotics, Natural Materials and Biosensors, or Advanced Sensor Systems.

Growing field

Addresses the increasing demand for smart sensing technologies essential for environmental monitoring and industrial automation.

EMerald – Master in Georesources Engineering

Study locations: University of Liège (Belgium), University of Lorraine (France), Luleå University of Technology (Sweden), TU Bergakademie Freiberg (Germany).

What makes it unique

Addresses critical raw materials shortages while promoting circular economy principles – essential for Europe's Green Deal transition.

EIT Label recognition

Quality seal from the European Institute of Innovation and Technology, recognising excellence in innovation education.

Comprehensive curriculum

Cover mineral processing, geometallurgy, sustainable extraction, and urban mining for end-of-life product recovery.

Industry connections

Strong partnerships with mining and processing companies across Europe, offering internships and thesis opportunities.

EMSSE – European Master in Sustainable Systems Engineering

Study locations: Université de Technologie de Compiègne (France), Università di Genova (Italy), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain), Polytechnic University of Tirana (Albania).

What makes it unique

Focuses on designing complex systems – from autonomous vehicles to Industry 4.0 factories – with sustainability at the core.

Three specialised pathways

Choose Systems of Systems Engineering, Advanced Machine Learning and Optimization of Systems, or Advanced Manufacturing Systems.

Mandatory mobility

All students spend the second semester of year one (M1S2) at UPT in Tirana, creating unique international perspective often missing in engineering education.

Future-focused

Prepares you for emerging roles in autonomous systems, smart manufacturing, and sustainable industrial transformation.

PROMISE – Sustainable Mineral and Metal Processing Engineering

Study locations: University of Oulu (Finland), Montanuniversität Leoben (Austria), University of Zagreb (Croatia), Universidad Federico Santa María (Chile).

What makes it unique

A joint master dedicated to sustainable mineral and metal processing – vital for renewable energy technology production.

Global scope

Study across four countries including Chile, gaining perspectives from both European and Latin American mining traditions.

Industry relevance

Strong partnerships with mining and processing companies, ensuring curriculum matches industry needs.

Strategic importance

Addresses critical mineral shortages for clean energy technologies like electric vehicles, solar panels, and wind turbines.

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