EMJMD in Marine Environment and Resources

20/05/2026

08/05/2026

📢 MER Summit 2026 – MER (EMJMD in Marine Environment and Resources ) Community Summit 2026 will be celebrated on the Talence campus of the University of Bordeaux on September 1-5, 2026. This event will be organised by the MER consortium within the framework of the Erasmus Mundus MER2030 EMJMD joint activities.
The early registration deadline has been extended to April 24th, 2026.
Whether you are a student, alumnus, staff member or associate, this is a unique opportunity to reconnect, share science, and celebrate together the 20 years of the MER programme 🎓🌍
📍 University of Bordeaux
📅 September 1–5, 2026

📢 MER Summit 2026 – MER (EMJMD in Marine Environment and Resources ) Community Summit 2026 will be celebrated on the Talence campus of the University of Bordeaux on September 1-5, 2026. This event will be organised by the MER consortium within the framework of the Erasmus Mundus MER2030 EMJMD joint activities.
The early registration deadline has been extended to April 24th, 2026.
Whether you are a student, alumnus, staff member or associate, this is a unique opportunity to reconnect, share science, and celebrate together the 20 years of the MER programme 🎓🌍

📍 University of Bordeaux
📅 September 1–5, 2026

Registration remains essential to help us organise logistics, transportation and activities.

👉 Register here:
https://summit2026.merconsortium.eu/

We look forward to seeing many of you there for what promises to be an inspiring and memorable gathering of the MER family.
EMJMD in Marine Environment and Resources - Université de Liège - PiE-UPV/EHU Plentziako Itsas Estazioa / Estación Marina de Plentzia - Université de Bordeaux

08/05/2026

MER MSc 2026–2028 Preparatory Webinar

We were delighted to welcome our new MER 2026-2028 cohort, who are preparing to join us this September. At the beginning of the program, MER Program Coordinator Professor Ionan Marigomez gave a short presentation on financial details, reduced tuition fees, administrative issues, refund processes, and the upcoming introductory week in Bilbao, Spain.

The session also included valuable guidance from Cecilia D’Angelo, SOTON Coordinator at the University of Southampton, and Patrícia Ventura Garcia, Coordinator at the University of Azores. Shahin S. Eity, EMA Vice-President, introduced the Erasmus Mundus Association and the opportunities it offers to students, while Dibash Deb, MER student and Program Representative in EMA, shared practical advice from his own MSc mobility experience, including visas, accommodation, and travel.

We also thank Jon Bazeta, MER+ Secretariat, for being present. Professor Ionan Marigomez warmly welcomed everyone and answered students' questions throughout the session. We are excited to begin this journey with such a diverse and motivated cohort.

24/04/2026

MER2030 is well represented at the 37th European Cetacean Society Conference in Dundee, Scotland, with students and graduates, although not everyone is represented in this photos.
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20/01/2026

📢 Applications are now open for the EMJMD in Marine Environment and Resources (2026–2028).🐙🦈🪼🌍 🌊⚓️.

This international programme provides advanced training in marine science, combining observation, laboratory analyses, numerical modelling and research experience in leading institutes.

Apply online:
https://merconsortium.eu/application-enrolment/application-process/

Important:
The 2025 call is open only for self-funded students.
No Erasmus Mundus scholarships are available for this intake.
EMJMD in Marine Environment and Resources - PiE-UPV/EHU Plentziako Itsas Estazioa / Estación Marina de Plentzia - Université de Liège - ULiège Faculté des Sciences - ULiège Étudiant

27/09/2025

08/06/2025

🌊 Happy World Oceans Day! 🌍💙

Today, we celebrate the heartbeat of our planet — the ocean — a vast and vital world that sustains life, regulates climate, and inspires discovery. 🌐🐬🌱

At MER2030 - Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in Marine Environment, we are proud to be shaping the next generation of ocean ambassadors. 🌟🎓 Through science, sustainability, and global collaboration, our students dive deep into understanding and protecting our marine ecosystems. 🧪🌊🦈

🌏 From the Atlantic to the Pacific, we stand united for  ,  , and a blue future for all.

💬 Join us in honoring our oceans — not just today, but every day.

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07/06/2025

🌊🧪 Exploring the Dynamic Ecosystems of the Urdaibai and Bilbao Estuaries! 🐚🌿

Students recently went on an exciting journey into the heart of two unique estuarine ecosystems as part of their course "Degradation and Rehabilitation of Estuarine Ecosystems" 🔍📚

🛶 Trip 1: Bilbao Estuary
Students conducted field sampling at various points to assess biodiversity 🐠🪸 and the overall health of the estuary 🌡️🧬

🌅 Trip 2: Urdaibai Estuary
They performed visual assessments of habitat types, communities 🦀🌾, human activities 🏗️🚢, and conservation status 🛡️ to understand the health and sustainability of this vital ecosystem.

💡 These hands-on field studies are crucial to understanding and rehabilitating degraded estuaries for a healthier planet! 🌍💚

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05/06/2025

🎓🌊 MER MSc 2025–2027 Preparatory Webinar – Empowering the Next Cohort! 🌍📚

On June 5th, 2025, the Preparatory Webinar for the incoming Erasmus Mundus MER MSc 2025–2027 students was proudly hosted- a session designed to guide and support students as they prepare to begin their academic and cultural journey across Europe.

💬 The webinar featured:
🔹 Prof. Ionan Marigomez (MER JPB Chair), who provided detailed explanations on the semester structure, mobility pathways, and the Erasmus Mundus mobility grant while also addressing numerous questions from students during the live Q&A session.
🔹 Dibash Deb, MER2030 student and Program Representative in EMA, who shared practical insights on:
✅ Visa and travel preparations
✅ Accommodation, health insurance & banking
✅ Packing tips and
✅ Introduction to the Erasmus Mundus Association, highlighting its support services and networking opportunities available to Erasmus Mundus students.
🔹We were also honored by the presence of Prof. Manu Soto, Director of the Plentzia Marine Station (PiE), who expressed his strong support for the incoming class.
🔹Jon Bazeta, representing the MER+/ECT+/CTA Secretariat, was also present. He helped clarify important visa-related concerns, further supporting students in their pre-departure preparations.

Welcome, MER 2025–2027 students — your journey across oceans and institutions is just beginning! 🌍⚓