How to Apply to the EMJM Janus Master’s program?
It is a collaborative venture involving multiple prestigious universities in partnership with the Erasmus Mundus program and the European Commission.
Application steps: secure your spot in the EMJM Janus Master’s program
Review the requirements to ensure your eligibility.
Make sure you meet all the criteria listed to qualify for the EMJM Janus Master.
Complete the application form thoroughly.
Access the form directly from the online application on eCandidat and take your time to fill in every section accurately.
Documents needed for the online application on eCandidat
Please make sure to gather the supporting documents required for your application process :
Copy of a valid ID or passport:
- For European students: a copy of the national ID is required.
- For non-European students: a copy of your passport is required. Your passport must be valid for at least one year.
- NOTE: If a visa is required, please ensure that your passport is valid for at least one year.
Diplomas and official translation into English:
Applicants must hold (or must be in the process of obtaining) a Bachelor’s degree, with a minimum of 180 ECTS, in International Relations, Law, Political Science, European Studies, Security/Defense, or a related field.
- If the diploma has not yet been awarded, an official proof of enrollment and the most recent transcript must be provided.
- Conditional admission is available for final-year students, provided that the Bachelor’s degree is completed prior to administrative enrollment in the JANUS program.
- Students failing to obtain their degree will not be allowed enrollment.
Proof of language proficiency:
The EMJM JANUS Program is delivered in English and French, reflecting the multilingual nature of the security and defense field. Proficiency in both languages is needed for admission.
- English language certificate: A TOEFL score of 90 or higher is required, or an IELTS score of 6.5. A minimum score of 90 points is required for the TOEFL, 6.5 for the IELTS, or an equivalent test (Please note that a TOEFL score of 100 points is required for applicants who choose the UK for the 3rd semester)
- French language certificate: A minimum of B2 proficiency in French is required
- Spanish language certificate: B2 level required (only required if the applicant chooses Spain for the 3rd semester)
Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume Written in English:
Highlight your educational background, work experience, and any relevant skills or achievements.
Two letters of recommendation:
Written either in English or in French, to be sent directly by the referees to the following email address: janus@univ-lyon3.fr . Choose two referees who know you well and who can vouch for your suitability for the program, giving them enough time to prepare their letters.
- Essay of 3 pages:
3 questions to answer, two in English and one in French, with a limit of 400 words per question:
- Why did you choose this program?
- Describe a current challenge or issue that the European Union is facing in terms of security and defense.
- What is the difference between security and defense?
Application Rules
- The application process is conducted online on the platform.
- Applications sent via different channels other than the platform will not be taken into account.
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline will also not be taken into account.
- All completed applications will be systematically recorded and archived to ensure transparency in the selection process.
- It is important to note that the program is committed to promoting equality and preventing discrimination. All applications are impartially evaluated, regardless of gender, ethnicity, nationality, disability, or any other characteristic.
Tuition & scholarships: investment in your future success
Student scholarship details
- Students who have already received a EMJMD scholarship cannot apply for another EMJM scholarship.
- The scholarship is awarded for the entire duration of the master’s program which is 24 months. Scholarship holders will receive 1,400 euros per month.
- The scholarship covers for tuition fees of the program, living and travel expenses, including visa fees.
- A limited number of scholarships are available for students of all nationalities.
- There are no separate applications for the scholarships. All applicants for the program are automatically considered for scholarship opportunities. Scholarships are awarded based on merit and excellence, using the same applications submitted for the program.
Costs and fees (for students)
- It is possible for admitted students to enroll in the master’s program at their own expense. Tuition fees consist of 9,000 euros per year, which brings the total cost of the master’s program to 18,000 euros.
Living and travel expenses
- Students who are not awarded the EMJM scholarships should bear their own living and travel expenses.
Information and assistance regarding accommodation options are available on the websites of each partner university.