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Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study
Portugal, Spain, France and Italy
Degree already held
Bachelor’s
Target level
Master’s
Fields of study
Architecture and Engineering
Languages
  • English: level B2RequiredAccepted certificates: TOEFL 525 (paper-based), TOEFL 72 (internet-based), IELTS 6.5 (academic version)
Work experience
Certificates of relevant work experience or other professional qualifications are required if applicable.
Other conditions
  • The degree must be in Civil Engineering, Architecture or equivalent: Bachelor's degree with 240 ECTS (typically 4 years of study) or Bachelor's and/or Master's degree(s) with 300 ECTS (typically 5 years of study). This requirement is mandatory for all students whose mobility track includes UNIFI.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: The admission requirements for applicants wishing to enrol in the TERRA Master Course are a degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or equivalent qualifications.
  • Students who have not yet completed their qualifying degree but expect to graduate before July 31, 2027, can apply; admission will be conditional upon submission of the official degree certificate to the TERRA Secretariat by July 31, 2027.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Students who have not yet completed their qualifying degree but expect to graduate before July 31, 2027, can apply and be considered for a grant.
  • Applicants holding double nationality must indicate the nationality under which they are applying and declare whether they have resided in a Programme Country for more than 12 months within the last 5 years prior to the application deadline.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Applicants holding double nationality must indicate the nationality under which they are applying.
  • 5% of all EMJM and Consortium grants will be reserved for students with special educational needs.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Additionally, 5% of all EMJM and Consortium grants will be reserved for students with special educational needs.

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Paid
Tuition, plane ticket, insurance and visa fees
At your expense
Housing
Allowance
€1,400 a month
Length of the funding
12 months
Money to plan before leaving
  • Deposit of 250 euros to confirm enrolment, refunded upon registration at the first host university.: €250

Dates

Applications close
15 January 2027First call (Erasmus Mundus and Consortium scholarships)
Other deadlines
  • 15 April 2027Second call (limited number of Consortium Scholarships)
  • 15 June 2027Third call (optional)

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

  1. Step 1: Complete the online application form for the first call 2027/2028.
    With whom
    The applicant
    By when
    15 January 2027 — 15 January 2027
    Documents to provide
    • Letter of motivation (between 1500 and 3500 characters, including spaces)
    • Detailed Curriculum Vitae in European format
    • Certificates and diplomas from previous university studies
    • Transcripts of records, including grades and course syllabi
    • English language proficiency certificates
    • Certificates of relevant work experience (if applicable)
    • Two recommendation letters (submitted through the application portal)
    • Proof of residence (issued within 12 months before the submission deadline) – first call only
  2. Step 2: Receive the notification of admission and, where applicable, the scholarship.
    With whom
    The TERRA Consortium
    By when
    5 March 2027 — by March 5, 2027 (first call)
  3. Step 3: Pay the 250 euro deposit to confirm enrolment.
    With whom
    The selected student

Where to apply

TERRA Consortium (opens in a new tab)

Official title (in English): European Master in Earthen Architecture and Construction (TERRA)

Edition 2027/2028 · Verified on 31 October 2026

Apply on the official website (opens in a new tab)

Official website of TERRA Consortium: msc-terra.org

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Prepare your departure

Visa, insurance, housing, budget and first steps on arrival: everything is explained in the country guide.