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Access requirements
Candidates must submit the following documentation:
- University degree: Official degree (minimum 180 ECTS) in Agronomy, Agriculture or other related fields, with at least 4 ECTS in Plant Health or Crop Protection. If postgraduate degrees (Master and/or PhD) are available, a copy of all degrees must be attached.
- Academic transcripts: Official document with the academic record of the degree. In case of having taken postgraduate courses, the corresponding certificates must be included.
- Accreditation of English level (minimum B2): Certificates from exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, CAE/CPE/FCE, ISE, ESOL, OTE or PTE are accepted. Exempt are those whose native language is English or who have studied entirely in English (on presentation of an official certificate). However, the presentation of an official English exam strengthens the candidacy.
- Two letters of recommendation: Issued by university professors or employers. Must include contact information, signature and official seal of the institution.
- Curriculum Vitae: It is recommended to use the Europass format, although it is not mandatory.
- Proof of residency: Only required for Erasmus Mundus scholarship applications, during the first call for applications. It may consist of a certificate of census registration, certificate of employment, academic certificate or document issued by local authorities.
Once admitted to the Master’s program, the student will receive detailed instructions on translation and legalization requirements according to the host university.
Access requests are made exclusively through PlantHealth’s official website ( https://www.planthealth.upv.es/web/apply/application-procedure/) and within the two established deadlines.
Admission for disabled students
For students with specific educational needs arising from a disability, appropriate support and counseling services will be established to assess the needs of curricular adaptations, itineraries or alternative studies, through the support of the CEDAT Foundation of the UPV.
The CEDAT Foundation of the UPV offers information and advice to members of the university community with disabilities, as well as accompaniment and support in the classroom. In addition, it provides technical aids for study to those members of the student body who, due to their special educational needs, require it. It also promotes and manages training and employment actions for this group, both inside and outside the UPV campuses, and offers different services from its Special Employment Center.
The foundation also carries out projects for the elimination of architectural and urban barriers, comprehensive accessibility plans, accessibility audits, project reviews, advice and design of ideal accessibility models.
General information on access can be found in the Alumni Service – Access
Admission criteria
Applications that meet the access requirements mentioned in the previous section will be evaluated by the PlantHealth Selection Committee based on the following criteria:
A
Academic record and merits
Up to 60% of the evaluation.
B
Reference letters
Up to 20% of the evaluation.
C
Personal motivation
Up to 20% of the evaluation (maximum 1,000 characters, included in the application form on the Master’s website).
These criteria may be updated in future editions by decision of the Selection Committee.
Support for students with specific educational needs
For students with specific educational needs, appropriate support and counseling services will be established to assess the needs of curricular adaptations, itineraries or alternative studies, through the support of the CEDAT Foundation of the UPV.
The CEDAT Foundation of the UPV offers information and advice to members of the university community with special needs, as well as accompaniment and support in the classroom. In addition, it provides technical aids for study to those members of the student body who, due to their special educational needs, require it. It also promotes and manages training and employment actions for this group, both inside and outside the UPV campuses, and offers different services from its Special Employment Center.
The foundation also carries out projects for the elimination of architectural and urban barriers, comprehensive accessibility plans, accessibility audits, project reviews, advice and design of ideal accessibility models.
General information on access can be found in the Alumni Service – Access ( https://www.upv.es/entidades/SA/mastersoficiales/indexnormalc.html).
In addition, the program has specific European funds to support the full participation of these students.
Scholarships
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJM) Scholarships
EU-funded EMJM scholarships cover: Participation costs (Master’s fees, medical and travel insurance with worldwide coverage).
Monthly allowance of 1,400 euros (up to 24 months)
The number of scholarships varies per edition. The allocation of these scholarships occurs only during the first application period. Eighty percent of the scholarships are awarded to the top-ranked candidates and are distributed equally by nationality to promote diversity. The remaining 20% is reserved to promote the inclusion of students in vulnerable situations (refugees, low income, special needs) and to ensure gender balance.
Important: Those who have previously received an EMJM scholarship are not eligible for this scholarship.
Erasmus+ scholarship for the second year (M2)
Students can apply for an Erasmus+ grant to partially cover the costs of the second year. This grant is not income-dependent and is open to students of all nationalities. The amount (200-300 EUR/month) varies according to the country of destination.
University of Padua (UNIPD) Scholarships
Students in their second year (M2) at UNIPD are eligible for:
Scholarships Regione Veneto (according to family income and other criteria)
Specific scholarships for the fourth semester (TFM) (for those who study outside Italy)Further information: https://www.unipd.it/en/scholarships
Paid internships during the thesis
When the TFM is carried out in a company, students may receive a scholarship or monthly salary or other financial support, in certain countries such as France or Germany.
Other financing options
On the official PlantHealth website ( https://www.planthealth.upv.es/web/apply/financial-support/) you will find additional information on financing opportunities. We recommend regularly checking the links provided, as information may change.
Access to pre-registration
The application for admission to the Erasmus Mundus PlantHealth Master is made exclusively online, through the form available on the official website ( https://www.planthealth.upv.es/user/create_applicantThe application form will only be available during the following periods:
- First deadline: October 1 to December 31. Only applications received during this period will be considered for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship (EMJM).
- Second deadline: May 20 to June 15.
Important: Dates may change in future editions. We recommend consulting the official website to confirm current deadlines.All candidates – both those applying for scholarships and those applying as self-funded students – must use the same online application system. The digital form will guide you step-by-step through the process, allowing you to easily attach all required documentation.
Participation costs
The total cost of participation in the PlantHealth program is €9,000, regardless of the student’s nationality, payable in two installments:
- First payment: €4,500, before the beginning of the first academic year (which also serves as a reservation of the place).
- Second payment: €4,500, before the end of the first academic year (in May/June).
Note: Participation costs are subject to review by the PlantHealth Program Board and may vary in future editions. Participation costs cover a wide range of academic, administrative and student support services:
- Medical and accident insurance valid for the duration of the program.
- Official registration and enrollment as a regular student in the universities of the PlantHealth consortium.
- Language courses organized at each university.
- Intensive French course (2 months) for students in their second year in France, including accommodation.
- Access to an e-Learning module.
- Use of libraries, sports facilities, laboratories and other academic infrastructure.
- Administrative management and university services, including guidance and support for the processing of residence cards.
- Orientation sessions for all students at the beginning of the Master’s program.
- Registration and participation in the Final Conference and graduation ceremony.
- Mandatory academic and administrative fees (issuance of degrees, access fees, academic recognition fees, etc.).
- Expenses related to the field trip at the end of the first academic year.
If one or more components of the program are not successfully passed, the student must pay the corresponding costs for a second (or subsequent) enrollment. Important: Fees for repeating subjects or exams may vary according to the internal regulations of the university where the repetition is taken.
