Top questions received from Study in Europe Fair visitors

Studying in Europe
I wish to study in Europe, but do not know where to start…

On the Study in Europe website you will find lots of information about studying in Europe, including a country profile
for each European country. Browse the different country profiles and learn more about the higher education systems.
The Planning your studies section will help you to plan the different steps you have to arrange study in Europe.
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DURATION OF STUDY CYCLES: How long will my degree course take if I study in Europe?

The average length for degree programmes is:

 Bachelor's degree programme: 3 years

 Master's degree programme: 2 years
 Doctorate/PhD: 3 years

LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: Is it also possible to study in English?

In addition to study programmes in their official languages, most European countries also offer many programmes
taught in English. Have a look at the different country profiles, where you will find more information.
BEST UNIVERSITIES RANKING: How can I find the best university?

With thousands of world-class universities, higher education institutions and research institutes in Europe, it is difficult
to tell you which university will be the best for you. Each student has different priorities, interests and wishes. Check
the Planning your studies section to find out about European higher education institutions.
If you want to consult a university ranking, U-Multirank is a user-driven ranking that covers different aspects of higher
education and can be adapted to your needs and priorities. U-Multirank is an independent tool, financially supported by
the EU in its first years.

Funding / Living costs / Work

LIVING COSTS: What are the living costs for international students in Europe?

Costs for accommodation, food and drink, transport etc. vary across Europe. The country profiles may help you to find
out more. Most higher education institutions will provide guidance on the costs of living in their city on their
international students web pages.

WORK WHILE STUDYING: Will I be able to work during or after my studies?

Many students work part-time whilst they study or during the university holidays to help support themselves
financially. Each country has restrictions on the maximum amount of hours that an international student can work
during his/her studies. Check the EU immigration portal for each country to learn more.
Each European country has adopted different regulations to allow students to stay on after their studies to look for a
job. However, the European Union has requested that international students can stay at least for 9 months to look for
a suitable work opportunity.
Check this article to learn more about working in Europe after graduation.

Links:

For more information, please visit https://ec.europa.eu/education/study-in-europe_en

Country profiles: https://ec.europa.eu/education/study-in-europe/country-profiles_en

For more information about visa requirements, please check the EU Immigration portal:
https://ec.europa.eu/immigration/
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/studyineurope.welcome

Scholarship opportunities under Erasmus+

CAN I PURSUE A BACHELOR DEGREE UNDER ERASMUS+?

No. At Bachelor level, Erasmus+ funds only short-term studies in Europe, but in the country profiles you can find links
to the websites of the country of your choice where you can search for study programmes at Bachelor level and find
out about how to apply.

Short-term studies = International credit mobility

WHAT IS ICM: Your university may have an Erasmus+ agreement with a European university. In this case, you can
spend part of your study period (at Bachelor, Masters and Doctorate level) at the European partner institution. The
partnership provides EU funds for your travel and living-costs during these short-term studies in Europe.

TUITION FEES: You will be exempted from fees for tuition, registration, examinations, and charges for accessing
laboratories or libraries at the receiving institution. Small fees for insurance or student union membership may still
apply.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT: As an Erasmus+ student, you may receive an Erasmus+ grant covering your monthly
subsistence costs. This contribution is between 800 EUR and 900 EUR, depending on the cost of living in the
Programme Country. You may also receive a contribution to your travel costs.

HOW TO APPLY: You can apply through the international or Erasmus+ office of your higher education institution. Get
in touch with them to see what arrangement your university has and which study programmes are open for mobility.
 Full degree programme at Master level = Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters

HOW TO APPLY: You need to consult the online Catalogue (https://ec.europa.eu/erasmus-mundus )and contact the
consortium offering the Master Course for more information on courses and application procedures.
You can filter by fields, countries, universities, etc. to ease the search. The platform describes the Master programmes
in detail and is constantly updated by the universities.

To learn about the application process to a particular Master programme, we advise you to read the information on
their website, and contact the coordinating university if you have further questions. As each master programme has
different selection criteria, unfortunately we cannot offer guidance on these issues.

LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION: The vast majority of Master courses are taught in English. You’ll also have the chance
to enroll in tailor-made language courses, which will add to your skills and improve your employability.

WHEN: Applications for studies starting in September 2023 will open in late 2022 via an updated Catalogue -
https://ec.europa.eu/erasmus-mundus

HOW MANY EMJMs CAN I APPLY FOR?: These programmes are based on excellence, and therefore have specific
requirements, which often respond to specialised profiles. While there is no formal restriction in the number of
applications you might submit, we generally recommend you to choose carefully the master courses based on the
preconditions/selection criteria described on the websites of the respective Master Programmes.

FINANCIAL SUPPORT: As an Erasmus Mundus student, you will receive a monthly scholarship of up to 1 400 EUR,
which will cover travel, visa, installation and subsistence costs.

Links
For more information about the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters, please visit https://ec.europa.eu/programmes/erasmus-
plus/opportunities/individuals/students/erasmus-mundus-joint-masters-scholarships_en
EMJM catalogue: https://ec.europa.eu/erasmus-mundus

Erasmus Mundus Students & Alumni Association : https://www.em-a.eu/

 Research opportunities
MSCA
Doctoral programmes and other doctoral fellowship opportunities are available under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie
actions, part of the EU's Horizon Europe programme for research and innovation. For more information on this action
please visit their website.

How to apply for PhD and postdoctoral vacancies?

If you are an individual researcher looking for a position funded by one of our actions (PhD and postdoctoral level),
take a look at the list of vacancies published on EURAXESS. EURAXESS is the EU's portal for researchers. There is a
specific branch of Euraxess based in Singapore, catering for the ASEAN region.
This list is updated on a daily basis. You will find the full requirements of the position you are interested in and be able
to apply directly to the university or organisation.

If you need help to prepare your application or have questions about the requirements, you can reach out to the MSCA
national contact point in your country or contact the Marie Curie Alumni Association.

Links

Marie Curie Actions Website : http://ec.europa.eu/mariecurieactions

Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions – General presentation: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-209660
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions for Doctoral candidates – Embark on a career in research:
https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-209705
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions for Postdoctoral researchers – Advance your research career:
https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-209662
Long: https://ec.europa.eu/research/mariecurieactions/sites/default/files/2021-06/MSCA_2021_27-factsheet_FINAL.pdf

Marie Curie Alumni Association (MCAA) : https://www.mariecuriealumni.eu/

Participant Portal (applications, documents) : http://ec.europa.eu/research/participants/portal

Euraxess Portal (vacancies, more information) : https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/
Facebook: marie.curie.actions

Twitter: @MSCActions