IMSISS – Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies (Erasmus Mundus)

About the Scholarship

IMSISS is the Erasmus Mundus master in security, intelligence and strategic studies coordinated from the University of Glasgow. The recent scholarship rounds have closed on 8 January, and self-funded applicants have enjoyed a long window into August, so the 2027 cycle is expected to follow the same structure.

Opportunity	IMSISS – Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies (Erasmus Mundus)
Host	IMSISS Consortium (University of Glasgow)
Location	Glasgow (multi-country mobility), United Kingdom
Study Level	Master's
Funding	Fully Funded
Stipend	Erasmus Mundus scholarships for selected students:
Application Deadline	8 January 2027
Apply	Official application page ↗

IMSISS is the Erasmus Mundus master in security, intelligence and strategic studies coordinated from the University of Glasgow. The recent scholarship rounds have closed on 8 January, and self-funded applicants have enjoyed a long window into August, so the 2027 cycle is expected to follow the same structure.

Programme Highlights

• Glasgow-led security studies consortium with intelligence and cyber specialisms
• January scholarship deadline with an unusually late self-funded window (August)
• Two-year mobility across European partners with a dissertation component
• Graduates enter intelligence analysis, security consultancy and policy research

Who Should Apply

Graduates in international relations, politics, security studies, law or computing with an interest in security are typical applicants; English requirements follow the University of Glasgow's postgraduate standards.

Funding and Costs

Erasmus Mundus scholarships for selected students: participation costs plus monthly allowance and travel support.

Deadline and How to Apply

Apply through the IMSISS application page; scholarship candidates should submit by the early-January window, self-funded applicants can wait until August. Key deadline information: 8 January 2027 (scholarship round, expected — the 2026 round closed 8 January); self-funded applications until 21 August 2027.

Official Link

• Official application page (verified link)

About IMSISS Consortium (University of Glasgow)

The IMSISS consortium is coordinated by the University of Glasgow and delivers the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master in Security, Intelligence and Strategic Studies with European partner universities and practitioner networks.

Official website: https://www.securityintelligence-erasmusmundus.eu

Contact

Questions about this position, eligibility or the application process should be raised through the contact channel given on the official announcement page (see the Official Link section above). Always quote the position reference in your message so the admissions or HR team can route your enquiry quickly.

Important Notes

• Application deadline: 8 January 2027 - late or incomplete applications are normally not considered.
• Listing details were recorded from the official source at the time of publication; always confirm the latest requirements on the official page before applying.
• Prepare the documents listed in the eligibility and application sections before starting the online form - transcripts, CV and references take the longest to collect.

Application guides

• UK Student Visa Application: CAS, Documents and Financial Evidence
• Scholarship Application Rejected? 12 Problems to Check Before Reapplying
• University Motivation Letter: Explain Your Preparation and Course Choice