The Centre for Migration Studies (CMS), University of Ghana, invites applications for Edition 14 of the European Master in Migration and Intercultural Relations (EMMIR).
The University of Ghana is one of eight institutions in Europe, Africa and Asia that jointly deliver this two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s degree.
Application deadline (scholarships and non-fee-paying places): 20 December 2026, 23:59 CET
Programme start: 1 September 2027
About the Programme
EMMIR is a two-year master’s programme of four semesters (120 ECTS). Graduates receive a joint Master of Arts degree. The programme is co-funded by the European Union under Erasmus+.
It examines how and why people move, how societies respond to migration, and how migration shapes communities. Teaching is in English and fully in person.
The programme has four focus areas:
- Gender, diversity and intersectionality
- Development, conflict and justice
- Representation, power relations and knowledge production
- Education and citizenship
Partner Institutions
- Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, Germany (Coordinator)
- University of Stavanger, Norway
- University of Nova Gorica, Slovenia
- Charles University, Czechia
- University of Ghana, Centre for Migration Studies, Ghana
- Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Uganda
- University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa
- Mahanirban Calcutta Research Group, India
Programme Structure
- Semester 1, Oldenburg, Germany: intensive phase, then core modules in migration theory and research methods
- Semester 2, Stavanger, Norway: joint teaching by staff from Stavanger and Nova Gorica
- Semester 3, a partner institution of the student’s choice: focus module and internship
- Semester 4: master’s thesis
What the Programme Offers
- A joint Master of Arts degree
- Study and fieldwork across Europe, Africa and Asia
- An internship with organisations working on migration, refugees and human rights
- An international, multidisciplinary learning environment
- Preparation for doctoral study, or for careers in government, international and non-governmental organisations
Admission Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field, such as the social sciences, history, cultural studies, education, law, economics, development studies or journalism
- A final grade of at least C+ or equivalent
- Evidence of knowledge of migration studies, intercultural relations and research methods
- For scholarship and non-fee-paying applicants, a first degree completed by the application deadline
- A last degree no older than five years. If it is older, explain why in the statement of purpose.
- Proof of English proficiency, for example TOEFL, IELTS, studies completed in English, or work in an English-language setting. Some applicants can get a waiver.
Applicants who have already received an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master scholarship cannot receive another one.
Funding Options
- Erasmus Mundus scholarship (limited and merit-based). Deadline: 20 December 2026
- Non-fee-paying self-funded place. Deadline: 20 December 2026
- Fee-paying self-funded place. Deadline: 15 July 2027, or earlier if all places are filled
For current scholarship amounts and fees, visit www.emmir.org/cost-and-funding
Application Checklist
Upload the following as PDFs:
- Valid passport
- CV
- Statement of purpose (one to two pages)
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency, or a waiver request
- Other relevant documents
- Email addresses of your referees (do not upload reference letters)
Any document not in English needs an official English translation. Applicants who are offered a place must send certified true copies of their documents within 10 days.
Key Dates
- 1 October 2026: Applications open
- 20 December 2026: Deadline for scholarship and non-fee-paying applications
- April 2027: Results announced
- 15 July 2027: Final deadline for fee-paying applications
- 1 September 2027: Programme begins
How to Apply
Apply online through the eMundus platform: emmir.tchooz.app
Full details: www.emmir.org/applications
Important Notes
- Enter your name exactly as it appears in your passport.
- Use a Gmail or Yahoo email address. Hotmail and Outlook addresses are not supported.
- Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline.
- EMMIR does not use WhatsApp or Telegram groups. Apply only through the official platform.
Contact
EMMIR Office
Email: emmir@uol.de
Centre for Migration Studies, University of Ghana, Legon
Email: cms@ug.edu.gh
Phone: 053-794-0999
Website: cms.ug.edu.gh
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