About the opportunity
The Children’s Literature, Media & Cultural Entrepreneurship (CLMCE) program is a two-year Erasmus Mundus International Master coordinated by the University of Glasgow alongside an international consortium of partner institutions. The degree integrates academic critique of children’s texts and media formats with practical cultural entrepreneurship training. Students pursue an integrated mobility pathway across Europe, where choice of Semester 3 tracks determines the participating universities that confer the award. The program welcomes candidates globally, offering both prestigious Erasmus Mundus competitive scholarship funding and self-funded study routes.
Funding and benefits
- Full Erasmus Mundus master scholarship funding available for top-ranked applicants
- Comprehensive coverage of tuition fees across the two-year program
- Living allowance and contribution toward travel and installation costs provided under standard Erasmus Mundus scholarship terms
- Multi-institutional joint or multiple degrees awarded across European consortium universities
- Self-funded study tracks available for qualified applicants who do not receive scholarship support
Who can apply?
- Open to qualified applicants from all countries worldwide (UK, EU, and international)
- Holders of a recognized undergraduate degree (or final-year bachelor's students expecting to graduate before program start)
- Preference is given, when required during scholarship selection, to applicants who have not already completed a master's degree
- Demonstrated proficiency in English meeting the University of Glasgow and consortium requirements (test results must be submitted by the scholarship deadline for non-native speakers)
Required documents
- Completed CLMCE Application Form (Scholarship 2027–2029 or Self-Funding 2027–2029 Word template uploaded as a PDF)
- Copies of official degree certificate(s) in original language (if completed)
- Copies of official academic transcript(s) detailing subjects and grades in original language
- Official certified English translations of degree certificate(s) and academic transcript(s) where applicable
- Current curriculum vitae (CV)
- Copy of passport photo page
- Two reference letters on official letterhead (one academic, and one either academic or professional dated within 24 months of submission and signed)
- English language test certificate (required by the scholarship deadline for applicants from non-English speaking countries)
When to apply
- Applications open: October 1, 2026
- Erasmus Mundus scholarship application deadline: January 22, 2027 at 13:00 UK time
- Scholarship outcome notification: April 2027
- Self-funded application deadline for EU and international applicants: July 8, 2027 at 23:59 UK time
- Self-funded application deadline for UK applicants: August 24, 2027 at 23:59 UK time
- Final document deadline for conditional offer holders: August 31, 2027
How to apply
- Download the designated CLMCE Application Form for either the scholarship or self-funding track
- Complete the application form and personal statement, converting the completed document into PDF format
- Obtain two signed reference letters on official letterhead from academic or eligible professional referees (referees may optionally email them directly to erasmusreferences@glasgow.ac.uk from an institutional account)
- Create an account and submit the online application via the University of Glasgow application portal within 42 days of opening the form
- Rank Semester 3 mobility study track choices (1 to 3) within the application system
- Upload all required supporting documents, including certified translations and language test results, before the applicable January 22, 2027 scholarship deadline
Additional information
- Applicants have 42 days to submit an online application once it has been initiated in the University of Glasgow portal.
- First-choice study tracks for Semesters 2 and 3 are not guaranteed and are allocated subject to consortium availability.
- Candidates who do not receive a scholarship and wish to appeal on procedural grounds must email clmc@glasgow.ac.uk within 14 days of the April decision notification.
- Appeals regarding admission decisions must be submitted via the university enquiry form within 10 working days of the decision.
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…
- Graduates in literature, media, education, cultural studies, or creative industries wanting an interdisciplinary, multi-country European master's degree
- Applicants with strong academic records who have not yet obtained a master's degree, aligning with consortium scholarship selection preferences
- Candidates seeking practical immersion in children's publishing, media production, and cultural entrepreneurship across European institutions
What should you think carefully about?
- All scholarship supporting materials, including valid English language test scores, must be submitted by the strict January 22 deadline without extension
- Consortium mobility mandates living and studying across multiple European countries, requiring adaptation to different academic systems and relocations
- First-choice study tracks for advanced semesters are competitive and not guaranteed, requiring flexibility regarding host institutions
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This program is ideal for applicants aiming to launch careers in children's media production, publishing, cultural heritage, arts administration, or educational media, as well as those laying the groundwork for doctoral research. The Erasmus Mundus framework offers immediate international exposure, multilingual immersion, and direct professional linkages across the European cultural sector.
Our take
Strong candidates holding an undergraduate degree in the humanities, arts, or communication should prioritize applying before the January 22, 2027 deadline to be considered for full Erasmus Mundus funding. Applicants who already hold a master's degree or cannot secure English proficiency scores by January may find the scholarship route significantly more competitive.
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