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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF)

Erasmus Mundus ISSF (Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future) is a fully funded two-year master's combining entomology, food science and sustainable agriculture — open to African students with a strong scholarship package.

Provider: EU
Host country: Multiple

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Who can apply: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programmes are for students from all over the world, with compulsory mobility of all students in host universities.
Funding: Fully Funded
Study level: Masters
Deadline: Not recorded — check provider

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programmes are for students from all over the world, with compulsory mobility of all students in host universities.

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Fully Funded

About the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF) (2026)

ISSF (Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future) is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master delivered by Wageningen University & Research, Ghent University, the University of Copenhagen and Stellenbosch University. It trains the next generation of scientists working on insects as food, feed, and a tool for circular food systems — one of the fastest-growing areas in sustainable agriculture. ## Why this scholarship matters for African applicants Africa is the global hotspot for edible insect production (mopane worm, palm weevil larvae, black soldier fly farming for feed). African graduates with ISSF training are positioned for roles in FAO, ICIPE, agritech startups, and national research institutes leading the continent's transition to lower-impact protein systems. ## What the award covers Full tuition for the two-year master's, one-off €1,000 travel and installation grant, additional travel allowance for Partner Country students, and a monthly living stipend of €1,400 paid for the full duration of the programme. Insurance included. ## How the selection process works Apply directly to the ISSF consortium through Wageningen University's admissions portal. A bachelor's in life sciences, agricultural sciences, food science, biotechnology or related fields is required, plus English-language proficiency and a research-oriented motivation letter. ## Application tips that move the needle Strengthen the motivation letter with a concrete African food-system angle — e.g. black soldier fly larvae for poultry feed in Kenya, mopane worm value chain in Southern Africa, edible insect food safety standards. Cite Stellenbosch and ICIPE research and explain how you would translate the master's into a return project. ## Deadlines and intake windows Scholarship-eligible application deadline typically falls in mid-February for September intake. Check the ISSF page on the Erasmus Mundus catalogue. ## Useful internal reading - Browse open scholarships: https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/scholarships - How to write a winning scholarship essay: https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/blog/how-to-write-winning-scholarship-essay - Scholarship interview questions for African students: https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/blog/scholarship-interview-questions-african-students Always confirm the live intake on the sponsor's official site before you build a timeline around it.

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF) eligibility

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programmes are for students from all over the world, with compulsory mobility of all students in host universities.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF) document information

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How to apply for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF) 2026

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Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF) deadline & application timeline

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Planning suggestion: 3 months out
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Planning suggestion: 1 month out
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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF)?+

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programmes are for students from all over the world, with compulsory mobility of all students in host universities.

What funding does the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Insects as Solutions for a Sustainable Future (ISSF) offer?+

Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

When is the application deadline?+

No deadline is recorded in this listing. Check the official source; a missing date does not mean applications are rolling.

What documents do I need to apply?+

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

How do I check the application process?+

Consult https://issf-master.eu/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programmes are for students from all over the world, with compulsory mobility of all students in host universities.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Check the provider's current dates and follow-up instructions. No deadline or rolling application policy is assumed here.

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