If you are looking to advance your career in manufacturing with a world-class education in Europe, then applications are now open for the European Union Excellence in Manufacturing Scholarships (EIT) for the 2025-2026 academic year. This prestigious scholarship offers international students the opportunity to pursue innovative master’s programs with full financial support. Details in this article.
EIT Scholarships Summary
Location: Various European countries
Host Universities: Nine prestigious university partners across Europe
Study Level: Master’s degree programs
Study Fields: Manufacturing, Innovation, Digital Manufacturing, AI in Manufacturing
Duration: Two years
Funding: Full tuition grant of €15,000 per year, mobility grant of €2,000 per year
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
Start Date: September 2025
Eligible to: International students from all countries
EIT Scholarships Overview
The EIT Manufacturing Scholarship offers innovative two-year programs featuring intensive study at two different European universities. Students acquire comprehensive knowledge and expertise in their chosen manufacturing field while earning two separate degrees. The program includes a distinctive three-week summer school focused on Innovation & Entrepreneurship at a third university, creating a truly enriched learning experience. This collaborative initiative is led by EIT Manufacturing in partnership with nine prestigious university partners across Europe. The program blends technical and technological coursework with specialized training in innovation and entrepreneurship, addressing global societal challenges such as circular economy, industrial innovation, and sustainability.
Participating Universities and Study Programs
The EIT Manufacturing Master School offers five specialized master’s programs:
Zero Defect Manufacturing for a Circular Economy
Additive Manufacturing for Full Flexibility
Data Science and AI for Competitive Manufacturing
Platform for Digitalized Value Networks
People and Robots for Sustainable Work
Each program combines technical expertise with innovation and entrepreneurship training. Students will study at two different universities and participate in a three-week summer school at a third university, enhancing their learning experience and providing a diverse educational environment. The participating universities include:
University of Trento, Italy
Grenoble INP, France
University College Dublin (UCD), UK
Aalto University, Finland
Vienna University of Technology (TU Wein)
University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Southern Switzerland (SUPSI)
EIT Scholarships Benefits and Coverage
The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including:
Full tuition grant of €15,000 per year
Mobility grant of €2,000 per year
Benefit from mandatory mobility that exposes you to diverse cultural and academic environments across Europe.
Industry Collaborations
Complete a master thesis project at a company’s premises in collaboration with EIT Manufacturing industry partners, with the potential for permanent job opportunities.
Alumni Network – Join a vibrant community of EIT alumni, opening doors to valuable professional connections and future career advancement.
At the end of their studies the students receive two degrees directly by the universities and the EIT label certificate from EIT Manufacturing, as an international recognition of their high quality education curriculum.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the EIT Manufacturing Scholarship, applicants must:
Hold a Bachelor of Science degree (180 ECTS) in a field related to the program tracks (mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, or industrial engineering)
Be an international non-European student
Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English through recognized tests (IELTS ≥ 6.5, TOEFL IBT ≥ 93, or equivalent), with test results taken on or after September 30, 2023.
💡 English Language Proficiency Tests and Exemptions
The language of instruction in all EIT Manufacturing Master School programmes is English. All applicants must provide proof of sufficient proficiency in English. Generally, the proficiency must be proved with sufficient results in a language test. Certain groups of applicants may be exempted from the language test but required to provide other documentation on their language proficiency. You can find detailed information about Exemption criteria in the PDF file attached with each programme's webpage describing it. You will find it particularly in the "Other requirements" section of the webpage of each programme.
Application Procedure
To apply for the EIT Manufacturing Scholarship, follow these steps:
Visit the official EIT Scholarship website.
Choose your preferred master’s program from the list of available programs.
Navigate to the scholarship application page for your selected program.
Complete the online application form.
Upload all required documents.
Submit your application before the deadline: March 31, 2025.
📂 Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
Degree Certificate/Diploma (original and translated into English)
Official Academic Transcript (original and translated into English)
Proof of English Proficiency or Exception
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Motivation Letter
Passport Copy
2 min video explaining why are you fit for the programme and about your five year goals after graduation
ℹ️ For further information about each programme, visit the official website and click on any programme of your interest and you'll be directed to its main page where you can read all details you'll need. In addition, on that webpage in the "Other requirements" section you can download a PDF file that has in depth description about the programme and requirements and application procedure.
🗓️ Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
🔗 OFFICIAL LINK
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