Are you passionate about cultural heritage, art markets, and global management? The Erasmus Mundus MAGMa Scholarship 2026/28 is a prestigious opportunity for international students to pursue a fully funded two-year Master’s program in Europe. Supported by the European Union, this program brings together five world-class institutions, offering a unique academic journey across Portugal, France, the UK, the Netherlands, and beyond.
With tuition, travel, living costs, and insurance fully covered, the MAGMa program (Managing Art and Cultural Heritage in Global Markets) equips students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in the global cultural and heritage sector.
Details About Erasmus Mundus MAGMa Scholarship 2026/28
- Host Countries: Portugal, France, UK, Denmark, Netherlands
- Program Duration: 2 Years
- Degree Program: Managing Art & Cultural Heritage in Global Markets (IntM)
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
- Number of Awards: 30
- Application Deadline: 19th January 2026
Financial Benefits
The Erasmus Mundus MAGMa Scholarship offers complete financial coverage:
- Full tuition fees and study materials
- Monthly living allowance
- Health and travel insurance
- Visa and travel expenses
- Round-trip flight tickets
Program Structure
The program provides an immersive academic experience across multiple countries:
- Semester 1: ISCTE Instituto Universitário de Lisboa (Lisbon, Portugal)
- Semester 2: IESA Arts and Culture (Paris, France)
- Summer School (optional): University of Glasgow (UK)
- Semester 3: Erasmus University Rotterdam (Netherlands)
- Winter School (optional): Mumbai, India
- Semester 4: Dissertation in one of the partner cities, aligned with your research interests
This unique mobility allows students to gain cross-cultural perspectives while building expertise in cultural economics, art markets, heritage protection, law, and management.
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Degree Awarded
Graduates of the program receive multiple degrees from the consortium institutions:
- International Master’s in Managing Art & Cultural Heritage in Global Markets (University of Glasgow)
- Master of Arts in Art Markets (ISCTE & Universidade de Lisboa)
- Certificate of Completion in Cultural Project Administration (IESA, Paris)
- Master of Arts in Arts and Culture Studies – Specialization in Cultural Economics & Entrepreneurship (Erasmus University Rotterdam)
Eligibility Criteria
The Erasmus Mundus MAGMa Scholarship is open to applicants from all nationalities. Requirements include:
- A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (History, Art, Economics, Business, Cultural Management, Law, Archaeology, Anthropology, Journalism, Film, Tourism, Architecture, etc.)
- Strong academic performance (UK applicants: minimum 2:1 Honours degree; international students must meet GPA criteria)
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Final-year students are eligible to apply
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Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Latest transcript (if still in final year)
- Updated CV
- Reference letters
- Passport copy
- Proof of English proficiency
Application Process
- Complete the online application form on the official portal.
- No application fee is required.
- Applications will be assessed by the University of Glasgow Admissions Team.
- Selected applicants will be notified in April 2026.
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