CALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2027-2029
From 21 October 2026 to 7th February 2027
You are a bachelor student graduating in the coming months or you have already graduated and this master programme meets your expectations, then don’t wait for applying.
Make sure to click on the small arrows next to each section to expand them and access all the detailed information about the application process and requirements. Don’t miss any important information!
Step 1: Prepare your application file
All documents required in the application file must be uploaded in their original form and, if the documents are not originally in English, must be accompanied by a certified English translation.
1. Transcript of records
Please provide a complete academic transcript showing all grades obtained throughout your higher education studies.
2. Bachelor’s diploma
Scan of original Bachelor diploma from university education in the original language, list of subjects taken and grades received from the university education in the original language, the Diploma Supplement if applicable, AND certified English translation of the diploma and transcripts of study results (if you haven’t completed your first degree yet, please send available transcripts)
3. Documentation of English language proficiency
Students must justify of a level B2 within the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). For this they must provide one of the documents below:
- A TOEFL-test with a minimum score of 90 points
- An IELTS-test with a minimum score of band 6.5
- A Pearson’s language test with a score of at least 62 points
- A Cambridge Advance Language test
- A letter from their university stating that their Diploma was conducted in English and that certifies their English level according to the CEFR
4. Video Presentation
The video presentation is the new motivation letter!
During the application process, candidates must provide their video presentation link directly on the application platform, in the dedicated field.
The video must be accessible to anyone with the link until the end of March (YouTube is recommended). It will not be publicly displayed or shared and will only be accessible to the iPSRS Selection Committee.
Be up to the point, prepare a short video (between 2 and 4 min-long).
Your video presentation must contain, in the following order, information about:
- your motivation for applying,
- your understanding of the programme,
- the reasons why you think you can succeed in the iPSRS programme,
- your ideas of applied research and your professional development plan,
- your preferred choice(s) of mobility for the semester 3, rank them if you can accept different concentration tracks in S3
- and clearly declare that you’ve never benefited from an Erasmus Mundus Master Course grant
5. Curriculum Vitae
- A CV, preferably in Europass format.
- Indicate your LinkedIn public page if you have one (not compulsory)
6. Letters of recommendation
PROCEDURE
During the application process, candidates will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of two referees directly on the application platform. Each referee will automatically receive an email inviting them to complete and submit a recommendation form. Two completed recommendation forms must be received by the application deadline for the application to be considered valid.
WARNING
- Candidates should anticipate a delay long enough for referees to add their recommendations to the application, implying that the candidate should finished his part of the application well before the application deadline, so that he referees have enough time to contribute to the application before the application website closure.
- We recommend that you choose your referees and ask them to recommend you ahead of time, and that you inform them when you have deposited your candidature so that they know to look for the automatic email requesting them to add their recommendation to your application.
7. Proof of nationality
Proof of nationality could be:
- Scan of the applicant passport (preferred)
- National ID and certified language translation
8. Scan of a birth certificate
The Birth certificate has to be in native language and a translated version in English, by a certified translator.
We advise you,if selected to join the programme, to also ask for a birth certificate translated in French. You will need it for administrative process once you are in France.
9. Potential additional relevant information
You can add to your application research papers, projects portfolio, etc.
If you have any need for clarification on iPSRS programme / eligibility prior to application or if you encounter technical issues during your online application do not hesitate to contact us : master.PSRS@univ-st-etienne.fr
Applications received after the deadline will not be taken into consideration.
Applications by email will not be taken into consideration at any time.
Step 2: Submit your application file
- Go to https://cv.myvirtualassistant.fr/candidate/login?next=%2Fapplication-form%2Fipsrs-intelligent-photonics-for-security-reliability-sustainability-and-safety
- You’ll have first to complete a quick profile. Be careful of the nationality you choose in case of dual citizenship, this will affect you status as a student coming from either Programme country/ Country Associated to the Programme or Country not associated to the programme in Erasmus+ EMJM scholarship selection;
- Fill in the fields and upload your documents;
- You should receive an acknowledgement of receipt once your on-line application is successfully submitted. Check your spam folder if you do not see it. Do not answer to this email.
