Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development (ILSPSD)

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development (ILSPSD) was created in direct response to unprecedented challenges facing the world.

This unique two-year programme brings together the expertise of six European degree awarding partner institutions from higher education and a global network of 30 associate partners to train the next generation of international lawyers and policy-makers.

Its integrated curriculum combines international law with politics, sustainability and security studies—preparing graduates to understand and shape global governance in times of volatility and transformation.

In order to enrol in the ILSPSD, applicants need to;

• have successfully completed an undergraduate degree (a minimum of 180 ECTS – within the European Higher Education Area – or its equivalent) from a fully accredited institution of higher education (within or outside the EHEA), provided that this undergraduate degree grants access to master’s level studies in the country in which the undergraduate degree diploma was issued.

Additionally, there are entry requirements based on the study track chosen by the student for Semester 3:

• University of Glasgow: 2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Law. The University of Glasgow may also consider a UK 2.1 Honours degree, or its international equivalent, in international relations, politics, or a relevant social sciences or humanities subject area.

• Université libre de Bruxelles: LLB or Master’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of 240 ECTS (or 4 years of studies) in law or a relevant subject (see list above).

• University of Tartu: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of 60 ECTS of law or law-related courses.

• Universidade NOVA de Lisboa: No additional requirements.

Language Requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English and whose undergraduate degree studies were not completed in English Language in one of the Countries with English as an Official Language and the Language of Instruction in Higher Education must achieve the minimum English language proficiency level (CEFR: C1) for admission.

The Erasmus Mundus scholarship is awarded for full-time enrolment and will cover the entire duration of the programme (24 months). 

The scholarship will be a contribution to the costs incurred by the beneficiary students and shall cover travel, visa, installation, and subsistence costs. The amount of the scholarship is 1.400,00 € per month. Scholarship recipients are exempt from tuition fees.

Erasmus Mundus scholarships can be offered to students from any region of the world; however, as a general rule, no more than 10% of the overall scholarships available in the ILSPSD will be awarded to students with the same nationality (with the exception of students from targeted regions of the world).

Applicants should prepare:

• University entrance qualification/school leaving certificate

• Bachelor’s degree certificate

• Academic transcripts

• Personal statement

• Two reference letters

• CV/resume

• English language proof

• French language proof if required for the Brussels track

• Additional academic documents, where applicable

Interested and qualified candidates should click the green button below to submit their applications.