MemBioMed Application and Registration



 

Exciting news for future leaders in biology of Biomembranes research and industry!

Applications for the 2026-2028 MemBioMed Cohort will open from November 1st, 2025.

This is your chance to join an innovative and dynamic community, where cutting-edge education meets real-world experience.
Are you ready to take your academic journey to the next level? Don’t miss the opportunity to shape your future with us!

Application periods

1st Period  : November 1st, 2025 to  January 31st, 2026 (3 months)
This is the main application window!
Around 90% of the cohort will be selected during this period, so applying early will give you the best chance of securing a spot.
Don’t wait until the last minute, get your application in on time!
 
2nd Period  : February 15th, 2025 to March 15th, 2026 (1 month)
A smaller window with only 10% of places left.
If you miss the first period, you can still apply here, but be aware that competition will be much tougher.

 

Application process

> Eligibility Requirements
> How to apply
> Timing for the 2026-2028 Cohort
> Selection and admission process
> Registration
 

How to apply

⚠️ Applications for the 2026-2028 MemBioMed Cohort will open from November 1st, 2025. ⚠️

Application link on the eMundus plateformed will be published on this website on November 1st, 2025

Please carefully read the requirements to check if you are eligible for Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree before going through the online application process.
  • Candidates from all over the world can apply to the MemBioMed Erasmus Mundus Joint Master degree.
  • Both scholarship and self-funded applicants submit their application through the same online application form.
  • No documents will be accepted after the deadline Avoid applying at the very last minute, so that you have time to make corrections in case your file is incomplete.
  • Limited number of spots available


Applicants will apply to the Coordinating University, Université Côte d'Azur (UniCA) for the first-year integration of the programme.

The consortium as a whole, through the Selection and Examination Committee (SEC), will decide on admissions to the MemBioMed programme. Applicants will find all relevant information on this website: general information, admission criteria, application forms, deadlines for application, course content, information on scholarships and fees, etc. Selection criteria, selection process and timeline are clearly stated. A link redirect students to the officials’ application platform.

Documents needed for the online application on the eMundus platforme:
  • CV : mandatory « Europass » format europass, no page limit
  • Motivation letter : limited to 1 page : personnaly explain how the program’s objectives align with your motivation, academic and professional background, and career goals
  • Reference letter : 1 recent academic recommendation letter (letter must be less than 1 year old, on official university or organization letterhead, dated and clearly state the relationship with the student, should provide specific exemples of the student’s skills and achievements, must include verifiable contact details of the referee, possibility to upload 2 or 3)
  • Bachelor transcript : certified translation in english
  • Certificate/ degree/ diploma : Along with translation in English. If the required diploma has not yet been issued, an official letter from the awarding institution will be required; A scan of an official 1st cycle degree diploma or other eligible diploma in Life Sciences, recognized by the EU as a 1st or 2nd cycle degree equivalent to at least 180 ECTS credits
  • Evidence of English proficiency :  See requirements section for full list of documents
Application rules

(a) The application process will be entirely online.
(b) No application will be accepted in any other form.
(c) Non-submitted applications, incomplete applications and applications received after the application deadline will not be taken into consideration.
(d) All completed applications will be recorded and archived to ensure full transparency of the selection process.
(e) The programme adheres to principles of equality and non-discrimination. No applicant is discriminated against based on gender, ethnicity, nationality, disability, or any other characteristic.

Eligibility Requirements

Language Proficiency Requirements   

The whole MemBioMed programme is taught in English and English proficiency is therefore a basic requirement. All non-English native speakers must attest a valid B2 English level (CEFR – Common European Framework of Reference) or equivalent:

  • A recent TOEFL Certificate: minimum score of 580 points (paper), 237 (computer, each component >22) or 93 points (internet)
  • A recent IELTS Certificate: minimum score of 6.5 (at least 6.0 in each module)
  • A recent Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE) or C1 Advanced (CAE) 180, Cambridge component score 176
  • Proof of 2 years full-time studies minimum in English (certificate from the previous university or Medium of Instruction MOI)
  • Duolingo is not accepted

Please note than oral English proficiency will also be taken into account during interviews of applicants in phase 3.

Educational Background 

All candidates should possess a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology or equivalent diploma in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics with advanced courses in cell biology, biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, biophysics, biotechnology, bioengeneering, cell medical biology, pharmacology and statistics. Advanced laboratory and/or research is preferred.

A Candidate who is currently enrolled in the last year of Bachelor at the time of application is allowed to apply, but final admission will only be effective if proof of graduation is provided before MemBioMed programme start, i.e. in July of the application year for the latest.

Timing for the 2026-2028 Cohort

November 1st, 2025 Opening of the first Application Period
January 31st, 2026 First application period deadline (11:00PM, Paris time)
Februray 2026 Two Interview session with applicants from first period (applicants must plan to be available during this period)
February 15th, 2026 Opening of the second Application Period
March 15th, 2026 Second application period deadline (11:00PM, Paris time)
End of March, 2026 One Interview session (applicants must plan to be available during this period)
To be determined Selection results
April to June, 2026

Admitted students will have to supply all documents necessary to complete enrolment.

Students should start as early as possible their visa application (For students living in a country with a Campus France antenna, they should check with their local office regarding visa applications)

A call of students from the reserve list will be made (in case of drop-outs).
To be determined Welcome Week at Université Côte d'Azur in Nice, France
To be determined Beginning of the academic programme for the enroled students

Selection and Admission Process

The selection and admission process will consist of three phases: eligibility check, preselection and interview. Scholarships will be assigned after the selection process. The MemBioMed Management Board (MMB) will assign the Selection and Examination Committee (SEC) including at least one representative of each of the three partner institutes.
 

1. Eligibilty Check

Eligibility check will be performed by the application platforms during and immediately after the closure of the Call for applications. At this stage, the fulfilment of the minimum requirements specified above will be verified.

 

2. Preselection

The selection process has been meticulously designed to ensure fairness and inclusivity, taking into account diverse backgrounds and experiences. Each eligible application will undergo a thorough evaluation, scored on a 100-point scale by three Local Academic Coordinators from distinct Full Partner Institutions. To maintain objectivity, any evaluator must disclose potential conflicts of interest before the assessment.

The joint selection criteria are as follows:

  1. Academic achievement and potential (Grades and ranking, relavance of the academic background; 40 points). Cut off set at 25 to continue the preselection process.
  2. Overall quality of the CV (practical skills, other relevant experiences; 30 points)
  3. The quality of the cover letter (clarity/motivation, adequacy with the programme ; 20 points)
  4. Recommendation letters (quality /academic, relevance ; 10 points)

The SEC shall review the final grading and comments, compile a ranking based on average scores.
The cut-off to qualify for the interview is set at 75.
Candidates reaching this score will be contacted by email and invited to the 3rd phase (interview)
Remaining candidates will be notified about the panel’s decision and alerted to the appeal procedure via email.

 

3. Interviews

Interviews will be conducted via video conferencing by at least three evaluators, each interview will last max 20 minutes, including a maximum 5-minute presentation. 
During the interviews, candidates will be assessed on common criteria:

  • Communication skills and language proficiency (30%)
  • Motivation and alignment (30%)
  • Academic and professional background (25%)
  • Personality and interpersonal skills (15%) 
After completion of the interviews, a meeting of the SEC will be held to draw up several lists :
  • scholarship awardees  
  • successful applicants without scholarships  
  • waiting list

Registration

All students initially undergo enrolment at the Coordinating University, UniCA, and the Partner University UniGe, holding a comparable status at both institutions. This dual enrolment is a prerequisite for issuing multiple diplomas. In the second year, all students will extend their enrolment to include the three partner universities: UniCA, UniGe, and UOS.
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