Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree FIPDes – Food Innovation and Product Design.

Scholarship Description:

FIPDes is the inaugural course specifically designed to address global challenges in food innovation, encompassing product design and packaging. This program aims to cultivate a new generation of food professionals equipped to work collaboratively across borders, fostering an inclusive approach to innovation. The overarching goal is to create sustainable, nutritious, and environmentally sound food solutions for future generations worldwide.

This joint master’s program involves collaboration among four of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious universities. It provides an integrated and distinctive curriculum, embracing a holistic, cross-disciplinary methodology—from the initial conceptualization and prototyping to consumption and the transformation of raw materials into packaged goods. FIPDes students have the unique opportunity to study, reside, and gain professional experience in four different European countries. The program leverages cutting-edge learning environments that prioritize participative learning, teamwork, research and development projects, and hands-on training in collaboration with leading research institutions, culinary labs, and industrial laboratories.

Degree Level:

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree FIPDes – Food Innovation and Product Design. is available to undertake Masters level programs at .

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• Food science innovation and packaging.

Scholarship Benefits:

The EMJMD scholarships encompass the coverage of student participation costs, which include tuition fees, comprehensive insurance coverage, and any other obligatory expenses associated with the student’s involvement in the program. Additionally, the scholarship provides a contribution to cover student travel and installation costs, along with a subsistence allowance for the entire duration of the EMJMD study program.

Eligible Nationalities:

This scholarship is open to international students of all nationalities.

Eligibility Criteria:

To meet the eligibility criteria for the Master of Food Innovation and Product Design (FIPDes) Program, candidates should take into consideration the following points:

• Language Requirement: Proficiency in English is mandatory, and during the course, there will be an opportunity to study the French language.
• Eligible Countries: Open to candidates from all countries around the world.
• Academic Background: A Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree or an equivalent qualification with a minimum of 180 ECTS or its equivalent in fields such as food science and technology, biotechnology, process engineering, biochemistry, nutrition, or related food fields. The program requires certain prerequisites (e.g., chemistry, biotechnology, process technology/engineering, biochemistry, mathematics, statistics), representing a minimum of three years of study at a foreign institute of higher education. Candidates should be interested in an international academic experience and aspire to pursue an international career.
• English Proficiency Level: Demonstrated proficiency at the “B2 level” according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR, advanced), which can be established through one of the following methods:
  • TOEFL with a minimum score of 575.
  • Internet-based TOEFL with a minimum score of 90.
  • IELTS with a minimum score of 6.5.
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency (FCE with B2 level, CAE, or CPE).
  • For students with English as their mother tongue, a copy of their passport is required for verification.
  • For students who have completed a higher education degree with English as the medium of instruction, a certificate from the university is necessary for confirmation.
  • Proof of a stay of more than a year in an English-speaking country, supported by a certificate from the employer or other applicable sources. A copy of the passport page indicating the visa for entry and departure from the English-speaking country is also required for validation.
  • Exemptions may be considered for exceptionally outstanding students with a lower level of English proficiency.

Application Procedure:

To apply for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree FIPDes, please follow the steps outlined below. For more detailed information, it is recommended to visit the official website provided at the end.

Step 1: Prepare the Required Documents

Ensure you have the following documents ready:

1. Completed application form.
2. Passport scan.
3. Curriculum Vitae.
4. Letter of Motivation.
5. Copy of BSc-degree or equivalent.
6. Translation of Diploma (if applicable).
7. Transcripts of academic records for each year of the BSc degree or equivalent.
8. Two recommendation letters (signed and stamped, preferably using the FIPDes form).
9. Proof of English Proficiency.
10. Proof of your Place of Residence.

Step 2: Online Application

Apply for the scholarship through the provided link and upload the mentioned documents.

For more detailed and specific application instructions, it is advisable to visit the official website through the link provided here.