Welcome to the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) Janus Consortium
Consortium Members
The implementation of the project relies on a wide range of actors within the consortium of partner universities, bringing together both a compact decision‑making team and a larger administrative and academic coordination team. Structured to facilitate mobility across five countries, the EMJM JANUS Master offers students multiple perspectives on security and defence. Strategically anchored in Europe, the programme builds on the geographical and disciplinary complementarity of its partners to deliver a uniquely demanding and high‑quality pedagogical experience.
Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University (France) – Project Coordinator
Saint-Joseph University of Beirut (Lebanon)
University of Essex (United Kingdom)
University of Granada (Spain)
University of Bucharest (Romania)
The JANUS Joint Master’s program aligns with Erasmus+ Key Action No. 1, enhancing organizational capacity through internationalization strategies. The cooperation strategy emphasizes reciprocal dialogue across administrative, pedagogical, and political levels among all consortium members.
The Janus Master program responds adeptly to the escalating demands for security and defense in our interconnected world. Over the course of two years, it provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary education covering essential areas such as:
- Fundamentals of security and defense
- Security and defense challenges in Europe’s neighborhood
- Security management techniques
- Legal and political systems in the field of security and defense
This carefully curated program thus ensures that professionals emerge well-equipped to navigate the complexities of the globalized landscape in the realm of security and defense.
Jean Moulin Lyon 3 University, France
The University Jean Moulin Lyon 3 is a public university located in Lyon, France. It stands as a beacon of academic excellence, welcoming over 30,000 students from across the globe to its vibrant campus.
The university’s commitment to academic rigor is firmly established, with its four faculties consistently ranking among the top institutions in France. Students are immersed in a stimulating academic environment, guided by world-renowned faculty who are passionate about their respective fields.
Beyond its academic prowess, the University Jean Moulin Lyon 3 prides itself on fostering a vibrant and multicultural learning community. With over 10% of its students hailing from international backgrounds, the university embraces diversity and encourages cross-cultural exchange.
Saint-Joseph University of Beirut, Lebanon
Founded in 1875 by the Society of Jesus, Saint Joseph University (USJ) is a private Lebanese university of public utility. It comprises 13 faculties (religious studies, medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, engineering and architecture, law and political science, economics, business and management, arts and humanities, science, education, and languages and translation), 15 institutes, and 9 specialized schools attached to the various faculties.
USJ has 6 campuses in Beirut and 3 campuses in other regions (North Lebanon, South Lebanon, and the Bekaa Valley). It also has a campus in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, administrative offices in France and the United States, and is a co-founder of USJ-Côte d’Ivoire (USJ-CI).
University of Granada, Spain
Ensconced within the enchanting city of Granada, Spain, the University of Granada (UGR) stands as a testament to over 5 centuries of academic excellence, meticulously crafting the minds of future leaders and shaping the course of global knowledge. Founded in 1531 by the visionary Cardinal Cisneros, UGR has garnered a reputation as a beacon of learning, propelling countless scholars and innovators into the world.
With its 27+1 esteemed faculties and schools, UGR presents an unparalleled array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, spanning a diverse landscape of disciplines.
UGR’s global reach extends far beyond its Spanish borders, embracing a truly international outlook. As a proud member of the Coimbra Group, an esteemed consortium of 40 leading universities in Europe, UGR actively fosters international partnerships, facilitating exchange and dual degree programs that enrich students’ academic experiences and broaden their global perspectives.
University of Bucharest, Romania
With a history of over 160 years, the University of Bucharest is today a dynamic and inclusive academic milieu, student-centered and characterized by creativity, innovation and pragmatism.
Gathering 20 faculties, the University of Bucharest is well-known as an institution of excellence in education and research that has made it a priority preparing its students for life and profession. It is a strong and supportive academic community, constantly working to ensure the highest quality of provided services, guaranteeing its graduates easy and effective assimilation in the labor market, regardless of the field or program of study.
A central player in Romanian and European higher education, the University of Bucharest is an institution engaged in a permanent process of adaptation and internationalization, open to multiculturalism and diversity. Moreover, its membership to CIVIS – the European Civic University –, together with other ten top European universities, confirms once again that UB is an organization strongly anchored in the societal transformations of today’s world, being a civically and socially engaged institution, connected to the major local, national, European and global challenges.
University of Essex, United Kingdom
The University of Essex is a public research institution located in Essex, England. Founded in 1965 through a royal charter, it is one of the original “plate glass” universities. The university operates three campuses within the county: in Southend-on-Sea, Loughton, and its main campus at Wivenhoe Park in Colchester.
Essex is home to a diverse student body and has established partnerships with over 100 higher education institutions globally. It was named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards in 2018. In 2013, the Department of Government was granted a Regius Professorship by Queen Elizabeth II, and the university received the Queen’s Anniversary Prize twice—once in 2009 for advancing human rights and again in 2017 for its work in social and economic research.
In the 2025 university rankings, Essex holds 30th place in the Complete University Guide, 23rd in The Guardian University Guide, and 46th in The Sunday Times. The university has produced influential alumni in various fields worldwide, including Nobel Prize winners, a head of state, and senior political figures.
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