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Applications for EMILDAI 2026–2028 Are Now Open!

We’re delighted to announce that applications for the 2026–2028 edition of the European Master in Law, Data and Artificial Intelligence (EMILDAI) are officially open! 🚀

🌍 About EMILDAI

EMILDAI is an Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree offering a unique, interdisciplinary programme at the crossroads of law, data, and artificial intelligence.

Delivered by a consortium of leading European and international universities, EMILDAI equips students with the skills to navigate — and shape — the ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges of AI in a global context.


🎓 Why Choose EMILDAI?

Interdisciplinary Curriculum — Study at the intersection of law, data science, and digital ethics.
🌐 International Experience — Live and study across multiple countries and institutions.
💰 Funding Opportunities — Access a range of financial supports, including:

  • 24 Partial Fee Waivers

  • EMILDAI Merit Scholarships

  • Full health insurance coverage for all students


🌎 What’s New for 2026–2028

We’re expanding our international network with two new partner universities and specialisation tracks:

Erasmus University Rotterdam (The Netherlands)
Track: Fundamental Rights and Sustainability

Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) Law School, Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Track: Global Digital Regulation

These new partnerships strengthen EMILDAI’s global reach and reinforce our commitment to exploring AI governance from both European and international perspectives.


📅 Application Details

  • Applications Open: November 10th, 2025

  • Deadline: January 25th, 2026

All applicants in this round will be considered for a Partial Fee Waiver and Merit Scholarship.
If places remain available, a second round for self-funded candidates will open in spring 2026.

🔗 How to Apply: Visit our How to Apply page for full details.


💬 Who Should Apply?

EMILDAI welcomes outstanding candidates from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, including:

  • Law

  • Computer Science or Engineering

  • Political Science

  • Data and AI Policy or Ethics

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of AI governance, digital rights, and data protection, this programme is for you.


🌟 Hear from Our Students

“EMILDAI opened doors I didn’t know existed — from EU institutions to global tech governance research.”
Aníbal Bujanda, EMILDAI Graduate & Data Protection Consultant (Spain)


✉️ Stay Connected

Have questions? Reach out at info-emildai@dcu.ie

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