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Language proficiency:

• A B2 level of proficiency in French
• A TOEFL score of 90 or an IELTS score of 6.5,
• A B2 level in Spanish

Academic requirements:

Applicants must demonstrate a solid academic background in the fields covered by the EMJM JANUS program (particularly in concepts in international relations, at the undergraduate or Bachelor level) and provide documented evidence of their academic performance. They will also need to clearly explain the alignment of their professional project, or research ambitions, with the field of strategic studies.

Applications are submitted exclusively online via the JANUS application platform, accessible from the official JANUS website and the e-candidat system of Université Jean Moulin Lyon 3. Candidates must create an account, select “M1 Relations Internationales – JANUS Joint Master”, and upload all required documents (ID/passport, diploma or enrolment certificate, transcripts, language certificates, recommendations, essay, etc.) before the deadline. As long as the application has not been formally submitted, candidates can log back in to complete or modify their file.

For the first cohort, applications open on 9 January 2026 and close on 6 March 2026. Administrative eligibility checks are carried out as files arrive, with eligibility results published around 9 March and academic evaluation of eligible applications taking place from 10 to 19 March 2026. The pre‑selection for interviews is announced on 24 March, interviews are organised between 30 March and 11 April, and the final joint selection committee meets on 14 April 2026.

It is essential to meet all the admission requirements for your application to be considered. Make sure to gather all necessary documents in advance and try to plan ahead as much as possible, rather than waiting until the application phase begins.

No, it is not necessary to provide original documents, as the application process is conducted entirely online. You must submit the original documents if you are selected for the admission process.

If your native language is English: If you are a native English speaker, you are not required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores. Instead, you may provide a sworn statement confirming your status as a native English speaker.

For non-native English speakers: It is mandatory to take an English proficiency test (such as IELTS or TOEFL) and submit the test scores as part of your application.

The proof of residence is an official document that must include your first name, last name and address. The document should be dated within the last year prior to the application deadline for the program. If the document is in a foreign language, an official translation will be required. If the document is a bill in the name of a third party (such as a family member), a notarized letter from that third party, along with a copy of their ID, will be required.

All applicants are notified of the outcome by email, sent to the address provided in the online application form. Scholarship students who are admitted receive an official letter of admission, self-funded applicants receive a selection letter with instructions for paying fees, and applicants on the waiting list or who have been rejected receive a standardized notification email.

Due to the limited number of places in the program, the selection committee chooses the most suitable applicants from the applications received. Eligible candidates who are not selected will be placed on a waiting list and contacted if any places become available, particularly in the event of a withdrawal by an accepted applicant.

Unfortunately, deferring your acceptance to the next academic year is not possible due to European Commission policies. If you are unable to accept your place this year, you will need to reapply the following year. However, if you have previously been accepted to the program, you can mention this in your new application.

If your application was not successful, it may be due to factors such as how well your profile matches the program’s requirements, your experience, or the competition from other applicants. We encourage you to reapply in the future.

There are several reasons why an application might not be successful, such as how closely your qualifications align with the program’s expectations, the level of experience required or the high competition among applicants. We encourage you to try again next year, as your profile may be a better fit at that time.