FIVE Jamaican students have been awarded fully funded Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships to pursue graduate studies at top universities across Europe, in the 2025-2026 academic year.

The recipients — Christina Robinson, Savannah McDonald, Britney Hamilton, Amala Evans, and Alazne Cameron — will begin master’s programmes in fields with global relevance and strong ties to Jamaica’s development priorities.

They will study across universities in the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain and the United Kingdom.

Four of the awardees — Robinson, McDonald, Hamilton and Evans are graduates of The University of the West Indies — Cameron studied at the University of Florida in the United States.

The Erasmus Mundus programme, funded by the European Union, promotes academic excellence and cultural exchange. Each scholarship covers tuition, travel, and a living allowance.

The programmes run from one to two years and involve study in at least three different European countries within a consortium of top-ranked universities. Upon graduation, students are awarded joint, double degree, or multiple degrees.

EU Ambassador to Jamaica Dr Erja Askola welcomed the focus on sustainability, culture and resilience by the awardees.

“At a time when the world needs inclusive climate solutions and creative innovation, these young Jamaicans are honing skills to help shape a more sustainable and equitable future,” said Askola.

She added that as Jamaica continues to promote its cultural and creative industries, the knowledge these scholars bring back home will strengthen national efforts in heritage preservation, economic diversification and building the country’s global cultural presence.

Applications for the 2026 Erasmus Mundus intake will open between October and January.

Savannah McDonald will study managing art and cultural heritage in global markets.

Britney Hamilton will pursue studies in coastal hazards, risks, climate change Impacts and adaptation. 

Amala Evans will pursue studies in coastal hazards, risks, climate change impacts and adaptation. 

Alazne Cameron will complete a master’s in children’s literature, media and cultural entrepreneurship.