Developing innovative international master programmes is crucial for universities in Europe. International collaboration brings diverse academic perspectives and teaching methodologies, enriching the curriculum and broadening students’ educational experiences. International master programmes also attract students from around the world, thus increasing diversity and the talent pool, as well as enhancing the universities’ reputation and competitiveness on the global stage.

By collaborating with institutions from Europe and beyond, universities in Europe can pool resources and knowledge to address pressing global issues such as climate change, digital transformation and sustainable development. In the long run, Erasmus Mundus Design Measures will foster the development of common mechanisms in higher education related to quality assurance, accreditation and recognition of degrees and credits.

Therefore, the main objective of the Erasmus Mundus Design Measures is to encourage the development of innovative, highly integrated new international study programmes at Master level. These international study programmes are planned to be jointly delivered by an international consortium of higher education institutions from EU Member States or third countries associated to the programme. Where relevant, also higher education institutions from third countries not associated to the programme can be involved. Other educational and/or non-educational partners with specific expertise and interest in the concerned study areas/professional domains can also contribute.

Beneficiaries should provide a level of education corresponding to level 7 of the international standard classification of education ISCED 2011.