Introduction
Are you an engineer looking to master the future of technology? If you want to bridge the gap between Communications Engineering and Data Science while studying at top European technical universities, the CoDaS (Communications Engineering and Data Science) Master’s program is your perfect match.
This prestigious Erasmus Mundus Joint Master (EMJM) is fully funded by the European Union and offers you the chance to earn a double degree from two leading universities. Here is everything you need to know to apply for the next intake.
What is the CoDaS Program?
The Master of Science in Communications Engineering and Data Science (CoDaS) is a 2-year (120 ECTS) joint program designed to produce graduates with expertise in 5G/6G networks, Artificial Intelligence (AI), IoT, and Network Security.
The 5 Consortium Universities:
- 🇫🇮 Aalto University, Finland (Coordinator)
- 🇩🇪 TU Braunschweig, Germany
- 🇫🇷 Grenoble INP-UGA, France
- 🇵🇹 Técnico Lisboa, Portugal
- 🇪🇸 UPC BarcelonaTech, Spain
What Degree Will You Receive?
Graduates receive a Double Degree, meaning you get two separate diplomas, one from your first-year university and one from your second-year university.
- Aalto University: Master of Science (Technology)
- Grenoble INP-UGA: Master Mention Informatique
- Técnico Lisboa: Mestre em Engenharia Eletrotécnica e de Computadores
- TU Braunschweig: Master of Science (M.Sc.) Computer Science
- UPC BarcelonaTech: Màster Erasmus Mundus in Communications Engineering and Data Science
Program Structure & Mobility
You will study in two different countries.
- Year 1 (Foundations): You choose one “Home University” (Aalto, Técnico Lisboa, TU Braunschweig, or UPC) to learn the basics of math, programming, and data science.
- Year 2 (Specialization): You move to a “Host University” to specialize and write your thesis.
Specialization Tracks:
- Grenoble INP-UGA: Communications, Data Science, and Security.
- Técnico Lisboa: Communications and Data Science.
- Aalto University: Communications, Automation, and Machine Learning.
- TU Braunschweig: Communications, Machine Learning, Medical Informatics & Biomedicine.
- UPC BarcelonaTech: Communications, 5G/6G, IoT, and Data Science.
Fully Funded Scholarship Benefits
The Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is highly competitive and covers all costs for the 2-year duration.
- 💰 Monthly Allowance: €1,400 per month (for 24 months).
- 🎓 Tuition Fee Waiver: 100% coverage of the €8,000/year program fee.
- 🏥 Insurance: Full health and accident insurance coverage.
Note: There is also a CoDaS Premium Scholarship (Fee waiver + partial monthly stipend of ~€208) available for some students.
Admission Requirements
To apply, you must meet these strict criteria:
- Bachelor’s Degree (180 ECTS): Must be in Communications Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or Software Engineering.
- Required Background Knowledge:
- Mathematics (Linear Algebra, Calculus, Probability, Statistics).
- Algorithms, Data Structures, and Programming.
- Computer Networks & Mobile Systems.
- English Proficiency:
- IELTS Academic: Overall 6.5 (Writing 5.5).
- TOEFL iBT: Overall 92 (Writing 22).
- PTE Academic: Overall 62 (Writing 54).
- Exemptions available for students who completed a degree in English in EU/EEA, USA, UK, Canada, Australia, etc.
Application Checklist
Upload these PDF documents to the online portal:
- Degree Certificate & Transcripts (with official translations).
- Proof of English Proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Motivation Letter: Max 500 words (written directly in the form).
- Motivation Video: A 1-minute video introducing yourself (YouTube/Vimeo link).
- Passport Copy (ID page).
- Course Descriptions: Syllabus of relevant courses from your Bachelor’s.
- One Recommendation Letter (Academic preferred).
Key Deadlines (for Autumn 2026 Intake)
Mark these dates! Late applications are not accepted.
- Application Period: December 2, 2025 – January 12, 2026 (15:00 GMT+2).
- Document Upload Deadline: January 12, 2026.
- Results Announced: End of March 2026.
How to Apply
- Go to the official application portal during the open period.
- Fill out the electronic form and list your preferred universities.
- Paste the link to your motivation video.
- Upload all required PDFs.
- Submit before the deadline!