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Study space, physics and advanced materials in Europe

Want to explore the frontiers of space, physics, and materials science? Erasmus Mundus programmes combine research across Europe's satellite systems, physics labs, and materials centres with training for high-technology careers.

Why choose Erasmus Mundus for space, physics and advanced materials studies?

Access to advanced scientific infrastructure

Study at universities connected to European research infrastructure, including ITER fusion research, Copernicus Earth observation networks, nanoscience centres, and photonics laboratories.

Learning through research and practice

Join programmes where learning is built around data analysis, research activities, and experimental methods used in physics, space science, and materials engineering.

Study across partner universities

Move between partner universities in Europe and experience different research environments and scientific approaches within a single joint degree.

Clear academic and professional pathways

Develop analytical, experimental, and engineering skills that support progression to doctoral studies, research institutes, space agencies, and high-technology industries.

Plan ahead!

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

5 Erasmus Mundus programmes in this area

Copernicus Master in Digital Earth

Study locations: Paris-Lodron University of Salzburg (Austria), Université Bretagne Sud (France), Palacký University Olomouc (Czechia).

What makes it unique

Trains students to work with Earth observation and geospatial data, using Copernicus satellite systems.

Earth observation and geospatial analysis

Study remote sensing, spatial data modelling, and geoinformatics methods used to analyse satellite-based Earth observation data.

Specialisation pathways

Choose a second-year track in GeoData Science or GeoVisualisation and Geocommunication, combining data analytics with spatial interpretation and communication.

Applied digital skills

Work with geospatial datasets, digital mapping tools, and data-driven methods relevant to environmental monitoring and spatial decision-making.

Preparation for research and data-driven roles

Prepares you for doctoral studies or technical roles involving satellite data analysis, geospatial modelling, and digital Earth applications.

Explore Copernicus Master in Digital Earth

Find out about the programme structure, specialisation tracks, partner universities, and admission requirements.

EUROPHOTONICS - International Master in Photonics

Study locations: Aix-Marseille Université (France), École Centrale de Marseille (France), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology - KIT (Germany), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC (Spain), Institute of Photonic Sciences - ICFO (Spain), Universitat de Barcelona (Spain), Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (Spain), Tampere University (Finland), Vilnius University (Lithuania).

What makes it unique

Offers specialised photonics education across nine European institutions, spanning nanophotonics, biophotonics, quantum optics, biomedical imaging and laser optics.

Photonics systems and experimental methods

Study lasers, optical systems, and photonic components through coursework, laboratory sessions, and project-based activities.

Specialisation options within photonics

Choose focus areas such as biomedical imaging, quantum optics, nanophotonics, or laser systems, depending on partner universities and your academic interests.

Research and technology pathways

Prepares you for doctoral studies or technical roles in research laboratories and high-technology sectors where photonics expertise is required.

Discover EUROPHOTONICS

Explore the study tracks, partner universities, and how the joint degree is structured across institutions.

European Master of Science in Nuclear Fusion and Engineering Physics

Study locations: Aix-Marseille Université (France), Université de Lorraine (France), Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (Spain), Universidad Complutense de Madrid (Spain), Czech Technical University (Czechia), Universität Stuttgart (Germany), Ghent University (Belgium), INSTN/CEA (France).

What makes it unique

Provides high-level, research-oriented education in nuclear fusion science and engineering physics, combining fundamental plasma physics with applied engineering concepts relevant to fusion energy systems.

Fusion science and technology tracks

Select between Fusion Science and Fusion Technology, with each track shaping the academic focus and study locations.

Two-country study experience

Spend the first and second master years at different partner institutions, gaining exposure to varied research environments and approaches within Europe’s fusion community.

Thesis and research integration

Complete a master’s thesis linked to active fusion research, preparing you for doctoral study or research-oriented technical roles in energy and engineering.

Explore the European Master in Nuclear Fusion and Engineering Physics

Understand how foundational plasma physics and engineering methods are taught within an active fusion research context, including exposure to European research networks and applied engineering environments.

EMM NANO - Erasmus Mundus Master in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology

Study locations: KU Leuven (Belgium), Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden), Université Grenoble Alpes (France), TU Dresden (Germany), Universitat de Barcelona (Spain).

What makes it unique

Brings together nanoscience and nanotechnology across physics, chemistry, and materials science within a joint curriculum shared by leading European research universities.

Nanoscience foundations and specialisation paths

Build a solid grounding in nanoscale phenomena and follow specialisation paths aligned with nanomaterials, nanoelectronics, or nanotechnology-driven applications.

Interdisciplinary study at the nanoscale

Study how physical, chemical, and materials-based approaches intersect at the nanoscale.

Research-oriented master thesis

Complete a master’s thesis within an academic research environment, developing skills relevant for doctoral studies and research-led technology development.

Explore EMM NANO

Understand how the programme structure, specialisation options, and thesis work support progression into doctoral research and advanced scientific fields.

AMASE - Erasmus Mundus Master in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering

Study locations: Universität des Saarlandes (Germany), Luleå University of Technology (Sweden), Université de Lorraine (France), Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC (Spain), Montanuniversität Leoben (Austria), Università degli Studi di Padova (Italy).

What makes it unique

A two-year, double-degree Erasmus Mundus programme combining materials science and engineering across six European research universities.

Mobility through partner universities

Complete core coursework at the first host university, specialise at a second partner university in the third semester, and carry out the master’s thesis at one of the two, gaining experience in different research environments.

Interdisciplinary materials science and engineering

Study the structure, properties, processing, and applications of traditional and advanced materials, including metals, polymers, functional materials, nanomaterials, and biomaterials.

Multilingual and intercultural experience

Study in different academic language environments, as instruction languages vary across host universities.

Discover AMASE

Explore how AMASE combines foundational materials science with structured mobility and prepares you for doctoral studies or advanced technical roles in materials-focused fields.

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