The Aix-Marseille University is inviting applications from intellectual and outstanding students for TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships. This is available to international Master’s students who wish to start the program at the University.
From the start of the 2026/2027 academic year, the University is going to finance international students with excellent backgrounds to join the ranks of these entities, combining teaching, innovation and high-level research.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): Aix-Marseille University, France
Scholarship Type: Academic Award
Host Institution(s): Aix-Marseille University, France
Scholarship Worth: €10,000 for one academic year & Accommodation
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Masters
Nationality: Home & International Student
DETAILS | Aix-Marseille University TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships
Aix-Marseille University has made international mobility and the welcome of international students a pillar of its internationalisation policy. It has therefore set up a unique scholarship system to finance excellent students wishing to enrol at the university. From the beginning of the new academic year, 16 master’s programs will be able to award these scholarships to their best international candidates.
The TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships are awarded under selection by Aix-Marseille University to Master’s level students enrolled in one of the 16 selected programs from the beginning of the 2026/202027 academic year.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Aix-Marseille University TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- Applicants can apply from any nationality
- Applicants must be ready to enrol in master’s degree program
- Master’s in Microbiology, Integrative and Fundamental Microbiology track
Eligible courses
- Master of Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies, Nanoscale and quantum engineering (NQE) / Nano-ingénierie et dispositifs quantiques (NDQ) track
- Master of Nanosciences and Nanotechnologies (co-accredited with the Ecole des Mines de Saint-Etienne – Campus de Gardanne), Chemical Nano-Engineering (CNE) track (ErasmusMundus)
- Master of Physics, Europhotonics (ErasmusMundus)
- Master of Physics, FunPhys
- Master of Mechanics, Fluids and Solids
- Master of Mathematics and Applications – Computer Science, Computer Science and Discrete Mathematics track
- Master of Integrative Biology and Physiology
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: For the 2026/2027 academic year, the application for TIGER scholarships is automatic when you apply (via the Etudes en France or eCandidat platforms) for one of the master’s programs. With your acceptance letter, you will receive a notification whether you have been selected for the TIGER Excellence Scholarship.
Application Deadline: Not Specified
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FAQs
What are the TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships at Aix-Marseille University?
The TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships are merit-based awards offered by Aix-Marseille University to outstanding international students enrolling in selected Master’s programmes. The initiative aims to attract high-performing students to the university’s internationally oriented courses under the TIGER project (Transforming and Innovating in Graduate Education through Research).
Who is eligible to apply for the 2026 TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships?
Eligibility generally includes:
Being an international student (non-French nationality or having obtained previous degree outside France).
Applying for or being admitted into a TIGER-labelled Master’s programme at Aix-Marseille University.
Demonstrating excellent academic performance and strong motivation.
Some programmes may require additional criteria, such as specific prerequisite courses or English/French language proficiency.
What benefits does the scholarship provide?
The TIGER Excellence Scholarship typically offers:
A financial grant (often up to €10,000 depending on programme rules).
Access to academic support, research opportunities, and enhanced mobility options.
Priority assistance with accommodation and student services.
Benefits may vary from one Master’s programme to another, so applicants should check the exact package on the programme’s official page.
How can students apply for the 2026 TIGER Master Excellence Scholarships?
Applications are usually made through the online Master’s programme admission portal. When applying to a TIGER-labelled Master’s programme, eligible students are automatically considered or may need to submit:
Academic transcripts
CV and motivation letter
Recommendation letters
Language test scores (where applicable)
Deadlines vary by department, so candidates should check the official Aix-Marseille University admissions timeline.