Shape the Future of Global Higher Education

MARIHE is the only Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programme dedicated to developing skilled managers, analysts, researchers and policy makers who will transform higher education worldwide.

Why MARIHE?

MARIHE is a unique global Master program on higher education, research and innovation. It is a 2-year full time study journey in Europe and Asia – a truly international experience. It offers tuition fee scholarships for all students; Erasmus Mundus scholarships on top are available.

MARIHE is jointly conducted by an international consortium with partners from Austria, China, Finland, Germany, Hungary, India, and Portugal, thus providing a global perspective on higher education, research and innovation.

We want you!

  • You hold a first university degree (3 years in duration) from any discipline
  • You are highly motivated and ambitious about higher education
  • You have sufficient English language skills

marihe Factbox

  • Established in 2012
  • Unique, global, highly selective
  • 120 ECTS Erasmus Mundus Joint Master
  • Duration: four semesters / two years
  • Student intake once a year
  • Internship of min. 8 weeks (worldwide)
  • Five specialization options in Europe
  • Two specialization options in Asia
  • Language of instruction: English

Your participation in MARIHE

MARIHE offers tuition fee scholarships for all selected students. In addition, a limited number of Erasmus Mundus scholarships are available. Find out more: Costs & Funding

Tuition fee scholarship

  • Participation costs/tuition fees are covered
  • Includes a worldwide health and accident insurance
  • Erasmus+ Student Mobility funding might be available
  • Additional scholarship option for students from deprived backgrounds and/or first-in-family students (awarded by the consortium; for two selected students per intake)

Erasmus Mundus Scholarship

  • Participation costs/tuition fees are covered
  • EUR 1,400 monthly allowance as a contribution to travel, visa, installation, and subsistence costs
  • Includes a worldwide health and accident insurance

After MARIHE: Career Outcomes

The MARIHE programme sets the foundation for career success through international expertise, academic excellence, and practical experience that enables meaningful contributions to the field of higher education. Possible employment fields are: higher education and research-intensive institutions, government agencies, university alliances, non-tertiary education institutions, consultancy, start-ups.

The programme includes a mandatory internship, providing direct working experience in higher education institutions, government agencies, or international organizations.

MARIHE Family – A Global Community of Higher Education Leaders

MARIHE graduates span all continents, representing diverse backgrounds and career trajectories. What unites them is their commitment to advancing higher education through evidence-based practice and international collaboration. The majority of our graduates remain professionally engaged with higher education topics covered in MARIHE.

Meet our alumni:

  • Not only did MARIHE provide me with a valuable academic experience from a strong consortium of universities, but the diverse cultural and social experiences gained throughout the two years provided valuable skills and competences for all aspects of life and many cherished memories.
    Andy Traveller, originally from New Zealand. Currently working as a development consultant for World Bank and Erasmus+ projects in Slovenia.
  • The MARIHE focus on research and analysis was instrumental in improving my academic writing skills and critical thinking abilities, which fundamentally shaped my career path in higher education research and opened new professional opportunities.
    Rediet Tesfaye Abebe, originally from Ethiopia. Currently pursuing PhD studies in Higher education at the University Of Tampere, Finland.

MARIHE Alumni Network – An international community of higher education professionals

  • Our strong alumni network strengthens collaboration within our global community by connecting MARIHE graduates around the world.
  • The global reach enables cross-cultural partnerships and opportunities for professional exchange and lifelong learning.
  • Regular alumni events and professional development is offered.