From September 29 to October 2, 2026, the Programme Chairs and faculty welcomed the newest cohort of the Copernicus Master in Digital Earth Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) programme. We are delighted to welcome 33 new students from 26 nations, making our programme truly international and bringing together diverse perspectives, experiences, and cultures. A warm [...]

On September 30, 2026, a special graduation ceremony celebrating the achievements of Edition 1 students, attended by representatives from the University of Salzburg, University of South Brittany, and Palacký University Olomouc took place. This date marked the successful completion of the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master  (EMJM) "Copernicus Master in Digital Earth". Congratulations to our 25 [...]

COPERNICUS MASTER IN DIGITAL EARTH, the curriculum's standout feature is its international Erasmus Mundus structure that combines mobility across three European universities with specialized training and education in Copernicus, Digital Earth, Earth Observation, Geoinformatics, GeoData Science, AI4EO , Geovisualisation, and Gecommunication culminating in a research-oriented thesis and professional internship. The curriculum constitutes the legal basis [...]

We support prospective students and offer a range of additional learning opportunities. This provides an excellent opportunity to build the competencies needed for successful admission and future study. Applicants are welcome to complete courses from the recommended list or pursue other relevant training to strengthen their skills ansd enhance their application. Completed coursework can be [...]

This  Erasmus Mundus Joint Master has the following basic admission requirements: Applicants must have successfully completed a relevant Bachelor’s degree of at least six semesters (three years), corresponding to a minimum of 180 ECTS credits. Application process - there are two stages: (1) Online application — Submit your application through the programme’s online application system. (2) [...]

Join the Erasmus+ EMJM as a self-funded student. Submit an outstanding application and enjoy the same benefits as a student funded by the Erasmus+ EMJM programme. Selected candidates will be eligible for a Consortium Scholarship 🎓 which can provide a waiver of participation cost fees. 💡 Self-funded can mean financing your studies through savings, work, [...]

The Master of Science programme is designed to help - and fund - recent graduates and those starting their careers to advance their careers in the fields of Earth Observation (EO) and Geoinformation (GI). Participants gain practical scientific experience at leading European universities, supported by work placements and blended learning opportunities. The selection committee does [...]

We look beyond individual criteria—we value the overall profile of each applicant. The Selection Committee considers academic foundations in Earth Observation (EO) and Geographic Information (GI), relevant professional and technical experience, programming skills, English proficiency, academic performance, and motivation. Additional strengths may include publications, conference presentations, teaching, community engagement, and opportunities for young applicants without [...]

COPERNICUS MASTER IN DIGITAL EARTH - The next call for applications will open in November 2026 and remain open until mid-January 2027. With high competition for both funded and self-funded student places, being well prepared can make an important difference. Don’t wait until the application period opens, start preparing now! What should you review?  🔎Eligibility [...]

Congratulations to our students, Amna Azeem, Annabelle Kiefer, Nicole Salazar Cuellar, and Suchi Most Sanjida Anjum for winning the "Out of the Box 2026 Award from City of Salzburg! "Our goal is to create Salzburg’s first-ever USE-IT Europe map through a crowdsourcing approach that puts local voices at the center. But we’re not just creating [...]