RESCO Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

Looking for Erasmus Mundus Scholarship in 2027? The RESCO Erasmus Mundus Scholarship 2027 is announced to supports international students in the two-year joint master’s degree program multiple academic fields & majors. This program is designed for graduates students who want to combine engineering with energy-efficient building design. Students study in Hungary, Spain, Portugal and France before completing an internship. 

Selected students will receive a full tuition waiver and €1,400 per month for 24 months (that will cover living, traveling, and other expenses). You can apply for this scholarship without IELTS, if your entire degree was in English language. Applications open on 16 November 2026. The scholarship deadline is in February 2027, with the exact day still to be announced.

Applying to a joint master’s for the first time? The Erasmus Mundus application guide explains how funding and study across partner universities work.

RESCO Program Overview and Study Options

Every year multiple Europe Erasmus Mundus degree programs are announced for international students. RESCO is one of the Erasmus Mundus joint master’s degree program with a shared study route in Europe. Graduates earn four master’s degrees from the participating institutions and receive a joint diploma supplement.

How the four semesters work

• Semester 1 - Budapest, Hungary. Study civil and structural engineering at Budapest University of Technology and Economics.
• Semester 2 - Spain and Portugal. Focus on sustainable construction and energy efficiency at the University of A Coruña and the University of Minho.
• Semester 3 - Le Havre, France. Specialize in renewable energy and civil engineering through Université Le Havre Normandie and INSA Rouen Normandie.
• Semester 4 - Internship and dissertation. Spend four to six months at a laboratory, company or NGO, then write and defend a dissertation.

See the official RESCO curriculum for the syllabus and the degrees awarded by each institution.

Engineering graduates comparing European joint master’s programs can also explore the EMerald Erasmus Mundus Scholarship for a program focused on georesources engineering.

RESCO Erasmus Mundus Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition waiver. Scholarship holders are exempt from tuition and compulsory participation fees.
• Monthly allowance. The award provides €1,400 per month for the full 24 months, including the internship and dissertation period.
• Expected awards. RESCO lists about 17 scholarships in Europe for the 2027 intake, subject to funding.

Applicants from any country can apply for this opportunity. The form lets you request scholarship consideration only, apply as a self-funded student or consider a self-funded place if you are unsuccessful in the scholarship round.

Read the official scholarship conditions before choosing a funding option.

You can also read about Study in Malta for International Students 2027 | Universities & Fees for higher studies!

Eligibility and Language Requirements

• Degree. Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification worth at least 180 ECTS, earned after at least three years of higher education.
• Relevant background. RESCO prefers civil, mechanical or architectural engineering, or a closely related qualification in architecture, engineering or construction.

English language requirements

• English level. Show at least B2 proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Test scores. Examples include IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 80. Results must be no more than three years old when you apply.
• English-medium study. If your previous studies were entirely in English, you may qualify for a test exemption. Submit an official letter from your university confirming the language of instruction.

The official admission requirements list the other accepted tests and the guidance on proof of graduation.

Required Documents and Selection

Prepare these files before starting the application.

• Academic records. A copy of your degree certificate and your official transcript, with certified English translations where needed.
• Identification. A passport copy and a recent photo.
• CV. The Europass CV guide can help you organize your education and experience.
• Motivation letter. Explain your interest in RESCO in up to two pages. Our motivation letter examples show how to connect your experience to your choice of program.
• Reference. Submit one recommendation letter from a referee such as a former professor or internship supervisor.
• English proficiency. Upload an accepted test result or qualifying evidence of English-medium study.

Choose a project that shows why the program fits your background. A course in structural design, a placement with a construction company or work on energy performance can give you a specific example to discuss.

How RESCO ranks applications

The official selection criteria give 50% to academic merit and application quality, 30% to the fit of your study and career plans, and 20% to English proficiency.

Before contacting a referee, read our scholarship recommendation letter guide to see what information to share with them.

How to Apply for the RESCO Scholarship

1. Follow the official application instructions to create and confirm your account in the Budapest University of Technology and Economics e-admission portal.
2. Enroll in the RESCO course on the portal and open the registration form.
3. Enter your details, select your funding preference and upload all supporting documents.
4. Review the form and complete both submission confirmations in the portal.

Application timeline

• 16 November 2026 - Applications open.
• February 2027 - Scholarship deadline. RESCO has yet to announce the exact day.

Check the official RESCO deadline page for the latest schedule. Upload all documents before the deadline, as the portal will stop accepting additions once the round closes.