What the funding covers
- Erasmus Mundus scholarship: participation costs of €9,000 a year plus €1,400 a month for 24 months, €51,600 in all.
- EDISS scholarship: the €9,000 yearly fee waived, €800 a month in the first year and €310 a month in the second, €31,320 in all.
- Tuition waiver scholarship (later round): €18,000 of fees waived, with no allowance.
- Self-funded students pay €9,000 a year. Travel, visa and housing are never included.
What you will still pay
| Cost | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Participation costs (€9,000 a year) | Covered by all three scholarships |
| Living costs | €1,400 a month (Erasmus Mundus) or €800 then €310 (EDISS) |
| Travel, visa and housing | You |
Who can apply
- Applicants of every nationality.
- A bachelor's degree of at least 180 ECTS in computer science, software engineering or an equivalent subject. IT work experience does not make up for missing theory.
- English: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no part below 6.0 (the online IELTS is not accepted) or TOEFL iBT 93. The exemption covers only English-taught degrees completed on site in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, the US, Switzerland or the EU, so applicants from Ghana or Nigeria need a test.
Which nationalities can apply
Every nationality can apply.
Documents you will need
- Certified bachelor's certificate with English translation
- Transcript with CGPA and grading scale
- English test report
- Passport copy
- EDISS CV template
- Two academic recommendation letters
- Two-minute motivation video
How to apply
- Round 1, for Erasmus Mundus and EDISS scholarships: 16 November 2026 at 8:00 to 12 January 2027 at 15:00, Helsinki time. Attachments can be updated until 19 January 2027 at 15:00.
- Upload a certified bachelor's certificate and transcript with translations, the grading scale, the English test report, your passport, the EDISS CV template, two academic recommendation letters and a two-minute motivation video.
- Round 2 (25 February to 11 March 2027) is for tuition waivers only, and round 3 (6 to 15 April 2027) for self-funded students.
Before you apply: things to know
- Applicants with degrees from African countries must have their transcripts mailed by the university in a sealed envelope, arriving by 30 July 2027 at 15:00 Helsinki time.
- Studies start in August 2027, earlier than most master's.
- Only round 1 offers the scholarships with a monthly allowance.
Common questions
When is the EDISS scholarship deadline?
Round 1 closes on 12 January 2027 at 15:00 Helsinki time. It opens on 16 November 2026.
What is the difference between the Erasmus Mundus and EDISS scholarships?
Both waive the €9,000 yearly fee. Erasmus Mundus adds €1,400 a month for 24 months; EDISS adds €800 a month in the first year and €310 in the second.
Do Ghanaian applicants need IELTS for EDISS?
Yes. The exemption only covers English-taught degrees completed in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, the US, Switzerland or the EU.
A working timeline
Counting back from the next deadline (Jan 12, 2027). Steps marked NOW are already due if you start today.
Oct 20, 2026 · NOWResearch the route in depth: confirm eligibility, costs and every required document
Nov 3, 2026 · NOWAsk your referees (for a PhD, email potential supervisors with a short, specific pitch)
Nov 17, 2026Write the first full draft of your motivation letter or statement of purpose
Dec 1, 2026Order transcripts and certified translations · book any language test
Dec 15, 2026Second draft: get feedback from someone who reads critically
Dec 29, 2026Finalise every document and complete the online form
Jan 5, 2027Submit, but never on the last day
Jan 12, 2027Deadline