Job Description
About the Scholarship
Applications are now open for the Erasmus Mundus MIPDaL Scholarship 2026, one of the most prestigious and fully funded Master’s programs in Europe. This opportunity allows international students from any country to pursue a Master’s degree in Intellectual Property Law and Data Law (MIPDaL) across Germany, France, the UK, Estonia, and Spain.
The MIPDaL program is a joint initiative of six leading European universities and is fully supported by the European Union (EU).
Scholarship Details
- Host Institutions: 6 European universities
- Degree Level: Master’s
- Funded by: European Union
- Eligible Countries: All nationalities
- Study Locations: Germany, France, UK, Estonia, Spain
- Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
Why Choose Erasmus Mundus MIPDaL?
- Study in two different European countries
- Gain international experience in Law & Data
- Graduate with a joint European Master’s degree
- Build a global professional network
- No application fee required
Financial Benefits
The Erasmus Mundus MIPDaL Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity that covers:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly stipend of €1,400 for living expenses
- Travel allowance
- Visa and installation costs
- Health insurance
Participating Universities
- University of Exeter, UK
- Dresden University of Technology, Germany
- Queen Mary University of London, UK
- Universidad Carlos III de Madrid, Spain
- Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia
- University of Strasbourg (CEIPI), France
Available Tracks
Students can choose one of the following specializations:
- IT & Data Law Track
- Creative Industries Track
- Industrial Property Law Track
Program Structure
- Semester 1: Study at one of the partner universities: TUD (Germany), UC3M (Spain), TalTech (Estonia), or UNISTRA/CEIPI (France).
- Semester 2: Continue with specialization courses and submit the Master’s thesis at one of the partner institutions based on the selected track.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Completed Online Application Form
- Transcripts and Degree Certificates
- Two Recommendation Letters
- Statement of Purpose (Motivation Letter)
- Language Proficiency Proof (English, and French/Spanish if applicable)
- Academic Reference Letter
- Passport or Birth Certificate
- CV/Resume
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Erasmus Mundus MIPDaL Scholarship 2026, candidates must:
- Hold a four-year bachelor’s degree or equivalent (or a three-year bachelor + first master’s degree).
- Apply from any country other than the two study countries.
- Demonstrate academic excellence and motivation related to IP and Data Law.
- Provide proof of language proficiency:
- English: C1 (B2+ accepted in exceptional cases)
- French: C1 (if choosing the France track)
- Spanish: B2 (if choosing the Spain track)
- Conditional offers available for students who have completed at least 80% of their credits.
Application Process
- Visit the official website
- Select the Apply Now option.
- Review the available tracks and partner universities.
- Prepare and upload the required documents.
- Submit the application before 15 January 2026.
