Πανεπιστήμιο Πατρών: Erasmus Mundus Master in Biomedical Engineering (2026-2028)

Welcome to the Erasmus Mundus Master in Biomedical Engineering (EMMBIOME), a two-year program that equips you with academic and research skills tailored to the dynamic world of biomedical engineering.

The program offers a deep dive into state-of-the-art topics, fostering expertise that prepares you for impactful careers in both academia and industry. EMMBIOME is more than just a degree; it’s an experience. The programme offers a blend of theoretical learning and hands-on research, guiding students through the latest advancements in the field.

Our international program is powered by a collaboration of three universities—University of Kragujevac (Serbia), University of Patras (Greece), and Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy (Romania). This cross-border partnership offers unparalleled opportunities to engage with diverse perspectives, ideas, and innovations. Together, we are creating a learning environment that is helping students to unlock their full potential.

Only the complete applications will be taken into consideration.

The selection procedure can be divided into three steps:

Document check
Applicant ranking
Applicant interview

Document check

Document check will be performed immediately after the closure of the Call for Applications. At this stage, the fulfilment of the minimum requirements (academic and language) will be verified.

Candidates whose applications fail to meet any of the above requirements will be considered ineligible and excluded.

Applicant ranking

Each eligible application will be evaluated on a 100-point scale by the Admission Committee.

For every nationality, a ranking list will be created. Only top ranking students within each nationality will be invited for the interview, considering they reach minimum threshold that is defined each year depending on all applicants.

Applicant Interview

Interviews will be conducted via video conferencing by the Admission Committee. Candidates will be assessed based on the:

– ability to understand questions and provide adequate and concise answers;

– ability to demonstrate the adequacy and consistency between the objectives of the Programme and the applicants’ background and/or professional project;

– motivation and professional project.

After the interview phase is completed, the final ranking list will be created and students will be informed of their application status.

Appeal Procedure

Appeals will only be considered if the applicant believes there has been a failure in the admissions procedure or that they have been discriminated against unlawfully. All appeals should be made in writing within 10 days after the decision has been communicated.

All applications have to be submitted through application portal. No other option is accepted. Application Portal

Application Criteria

In order for a student application for the Programme to be taken into consideration, the candidate must comply with the minimum requirements with regard to academic and language prerequisites.

Academic prerequisites:

Student should hold a Bachelor degree (a minimum of three years’ study at a university and of a minimum of 180 ECTS) in either Biomedical Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering & Informatics, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Biochemistry and Molecular Biomedicine or other related fields. This prerequisite must be fulfilled at the time of administrative enrolment
Applications from Students in the final year of Bachelor or equivalent study programmes will be accepted conditionally.

Language prerequisites:

Proficiency in written and spoken English at a B2 level of the Common European Framework confirmed by language certificates specified in the Call for Applications. In a case of scientific excellence, the student with lower test scores can be admitted.

Required documents

The documents that have to be submitted during the application are:

A completed application form (through online portal),
A photocopy of the student passport pages including name, date, place and expiry date (a scan of the national ID will be accepted conditionally if the applicant does not have a passport at the time of application).
Proof of residence – the document should not be older than 6 months.
Copy of academic degree(s) – university diploma or degree certificate indicating the final grade(s), and an explanation of the grading system of the university which issued the degree.
A transcript of study results and grades and their translation – A full list of passed degree courses, scores and grading be provided. The list must contain name and signature of the person from the higher education institution, responsible for the conversion of the local grades to ECTS.
Copy of the English language certificate, at least B2 level of the CEFR. Certificate requirement is waived for students who have proof of at least one year of secondary or university level study in an English language school. If student have not yet passed the test, he/she must provide a note with a date of intended test, and send in the results before the selection results date.
A cover letter (max. 1000 words) demonstrating applicant’s motivation, academic/professional background and professional project.
Curriculum Vitae (preferred format: Europass)
Two recommendation letters – at least one being written by a member of the faculty from which the student has graduated or will graduate. Recommendation letters should containt the contact details of the referees.
Evidence of research or professional experience – If applicable, any academic publications where the applicant is (co)author should be provided. In case of publications in languages other than English, an English translation of the abstract should be provided;

Required documentation must be uploaded as digital copies and in English language versions (original or translated by an authorised person).

In order for application to be considered, students need to submit all documents.

During the application procedure, applicants will indicate whether they are applying for the Erasmus+ Scholarship. Students applying for scholarship are required to submit additional document.

Scholarship application form

Important Dates

Open call for application submission: 28/11/2025
Application submission deadline: 06/03/2026
Selection results: 20/04/2026
Confirmation of scholarships: 25/04/2026
Contacting students on the reserved list: 30/04/2026
Enrolment: August 2026