EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program in Education in Museums and Heritage

The EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program is a two year joint Master’s degree that explores the intersection of education, museums, and cultural heritage. Offered by a consortium of leading European universities and coordinated by the University of Glasgow, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to work in museum education and heritage learning. Through a multidisciplinary approach, it addresses global challenges such as inclusion, digital transformation, and community engagement in the cultural sector.

EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus provides an exceptional international academic experience through its mobility structure, which allows students to study in at least three different countries. The curriculum is enriched with specialist courses, hands-on placements, and summer schools delivered in collaboration with institutions such as the European Museum Academy and Universidad Iberoamericana. By combining research, practice, and cultural exchange, the program prepares graduates to become innovative professionals in the museum and heritage education fields.

Project Status

• Status: Ongoing
• Start date 01-09-2022
• End date 31-10-2028
• Action Type: Erasmus Mundus Joint Master

Description of the EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program

Picture yourself spending a semester engrossed in museum education theory in Glasgow, the next diving into intangible cultural heritage in Estonia or digital cultures in Ireland, then exploring art and heritage education in Malta or visual culture in Nijmegen. With optional summer schools in Europe and Mexico, EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus is built for global exposure and intellectual adventure, and offers placements, language training, and real-world relevance.

Key Features of the EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program

• Minimum of three mobility periods across consortium universities
• Fully funded Erasmus Mundus scholarships covering tuition and living stipend; up to 90 scholarships across editions 2023–2028
• Placements and summer schools via European Museum Academy and Universidad Iberoamericana (Mexico)
• Guest lectures and seminars led by museum and heritage experts internationally

Mobility Tracks of the EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program

1. Semester 1: University of Glasgow (UK)
   • Focus on museum education foundations, learning theories, and key methodologies.
2. Semester 2: Choose your specialization track:
   • Track A: University of Tartu (Estonia) – Folkloristics and Cultural Heritage
   • Track B: Irish Consortium (Cork, Galway, Dublin) – Digital Cultures
3. Semester 3: Deepen your focus in either:
   • Track A: University of Malta – Heritage Education & Community Engagement
   • Track B: Radboud University Nijmegen – Visual Culture and Art Education
4. Semester 4: Master’s Thesis & Placement
   • Conducted at one of the consortium universities, often paired with a placement in a museum or heritage organization.
   • Includes dissertation writing, academic supervision, and a final presentation.

Admission Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS or equivalent) with strong academic results
• Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL; requirements on website)
• CV, Motivation Letter, two Reference Letters
• Academic excellence is weighed heavily in first screening stage

How to Apply for EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program

1. Apply via the University of Glasgow postgraduate admission system.
2. Secure an unconditional or conditional offer to the EDUMaH programme.
3. Once offered a place, submit scholarship application by the deadline
4. Complete eligibility check and submit supporting documents.

Tips to Win the EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program

• Showcase academic excellence (grades, awards) as that’s the first filtering stage.
• Write a passionate and clear motivation letter: explain why you and EDUMaH are a perfect match.
• Highlight any museum, heritage, teaching or research experience, even volunteer work.
• Ensure references are strong and focused on your field relevance.
• Submit all documents early—the scholarship selection happens in April and appeals must be made within 14 days if rejected

Application Timeline

• Opens: December
• Deadline: January
• Enroll: Starting September following selection

Curriculum Structure of the EDUMaH Erasmus Mundus Program

• Semester 1 (30 ECTS): Glasgow – museum education theory & methods
• Semester 2 (30 ECTS): Specialisation in heritage or digital culture (Tartu or Cork consortium)
• Semester 3 (30 ECTS): Specialisation in Malta (heritage education) or Nijmegen (visual culture)
• Semester 4 (30 ECTS): Master’s thesis and placements
  Includes language training, seminars, field trips, reflective logs, presentations, debates

Coordinator Contact

For general queries, reach out to the EDUMaH team at edumah@glasgow.ac.uk

Alumni Feedback

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Programme in Education in Museums and Heritage (EDUMaH) has been a deeply enriching academic and professional experience. Coming from the Hunza Valley in northern Pakistan, I had the opportunity to engage with a diverse cohort of peers from around the world, which fostered meaningful intercultural exchange and collaborative learning.

~Farzana

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