About the opportunity
The Erasmus Mundus Master’s Degree in Journalism, Media and Globalisation is a prestigious graduate programme that combines academic study with international journalistic experience. Students spend their first year studying in Europe before moving to a partner university for their chosen second-year specialisation. The curriculum focuses on preparing students for global journalism careers through rigorous coursework, research, and practical assignments. Admission to the programme also serves as consideration for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship, with no separate funding application required. The consortium places strong emphasis on academic excellence, prior journalistic experience, and clear career aspirations.
Funding and benefits
- Automatic consideration for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship upon application for admission
- Opportunities to study at leading European universities across different countries
- A comprehensive international master's degree in journalism and global media
- Practical training and networking with media professionals and academic experts
Who can apply?
- Applicants must hold a relevant higher education qualification or bachelor's degree
- Demonstrated English language proficiency at CEFR C1 level or above, unless meeting specific exemption criteria based on nationality or prior education
- Professional experience in journalism demonstrated through employer statements or work samples
- Fulfilment of any specific admission and language requirements tied to the chosen Year 2 specialisation
Required documents
- Completed Erasmus Mundus Journalism Application Form including Application Reflections
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) of no more than 2 pages
- Official university graduation certificates and complete transcripts of records
- Proof of professional journalism experience, such as a signed employer statement
- Three examples of journalistic work or links to work samples
- English language test score report or official exemption/waiver documentation
- One academic reference letter from a university official on official letterhead
- One professional reference letter from a current or former employer on official letterhead
- Valid passport copy or copies (uploaded separately)
When to apply
- Application period opens: 1 November 2026
- Application deadline: 10 January 2027 at 13:00 Central European Time (CET)
- Notification of results: 1 March 2027
- Deadline to confirm acceptance of admission offer: 15 March 2027
- Course start date in Aarhus, Denmark: 1 September 2027
How to apply
- Create or reactivate your AU Account at Aarhus University (AU ID) and wait 30 minutes for activation
- Access the Online Registration Form and download the Application Form PDF link found within it
- Complete the Application Form, placing it as the first document in your compiled Application Package PDF
- Compile all required documents into a single PDF adhering to the specified document order and file-naming rules
- Upload your Application Package PDF and separate passport copy/copies through the Online Registration Form
- Submit your final application before 10 January 2027 at 13:00 CET
Additional information
- The choice of Year 2 specialisation made during the application process is binding and cannot be changed after final submission.
- Applicants with dual or multiple citizenships must carefully follow specific file-naming and citizenship status instructions.
- All admitted students are required to sign a Student Agreement before commencing their studies.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Ideal for aspiring or experienced journalists seeking an elite, internationally mobile master's education across multiple European institutions.
- Strong fit for candidates with a solid academic record and a portfolio of published journalistic work who want to study global media dynamics.
- Well-suited for applicants looking for a fully integrated admissions process that evaluates candidates simultaneously for entry and prestigious scholarship funding.
What should you think carefully about?
- The second-year specialisation choice is strictly binding at the time of application and cannot be modified later.
- Rigorous documentation requirements demand careful preparation, including certified translations for non-English academic records and formal reference letters.
- The application window closes sharply on 10 January 2027, with a very brief response and acceptance confirmation window in March.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This programme fits applicants aiming to build a high-level international career in journalism, media analysis, or global communications. By combining multi-country study tracks with intensive professional training, it serves as a powerful stepping stone for both academic researchers and working reporters seeking advanced global credentials.
Our take
Candidates with a strong journalistic background, excellent academic credentials, and proficiency in English should seriously consider applying. Those unprepared to lock in their second-year specialisation or unable to gather verified references and work samples by the January deadline may find the application process less suitable.
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