As a major Digital Europe Programme project, Digital4Business has launched a Joint Professional Master’s in Advanced Digital Technologies for Business. Accredited jointly at European level, the Master’s is designed and delivered fully online by four leading European higher education institutions: National College of Ireland (IE), Alma Mater Studiorum Università di Bologna (IT), Linköpings Universitet (SE), and Universidade Nova de Lisboa (PT) with close collaboration with industry partners.
General Information: DIGITAL-2021-SKILLS-01
Project acronym: D4B
Full name of the EU funded project: DIGITAL4BUSINESS
Grant agreement number:
Topic DIGITAL-2021-SKILLS-01SPECIALISED – Practical Application of Advanced Digital Skills within European Companies
Opening date: 1 May 2026
Deadline dates: 31 July
Expected duration of participation: 2 academic semesters depending on the programme.
Total funding available: €200,000.00
With the kind support of the European Commission, the programme is providing 100 scholarships to assist students from underrepresented, disadvantaged, or vulnerable groups. The Digital4Business consortium promotes inclusive access to advanced digital education by supporting individuals from disadvantaged and underrepresented backgrounds.
Under Task 4.1 of the Grant Agreement, 100 scholarships will be offered for the September 2026 intake, targeting learners facing socioeconomic barriers, underrepresentation in STEM, or geographic disparities.
Alongside the free September 2026 intake, this scholarship scheme serves as a structured inclusion mechanism to ensure vulnerable groups are prioritised and supported.
Scholarships are awarded based on eligibility criteria and evaluation under the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) framework, rather than academic merit, ensuring fair access for those facing barriers in traditional admissions. They also provide fully funded, industry-recognised certifications to enhance skills and employability in line with labour market needs.
Overall, the scheme supports diversity, reduces inequalities, and advances digital skills development across Europe.
Scholarship eligibility
To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Meet the eligibility criteria as specified in the application form from the Digital4Business website.
- Meet the award criteria and scoring requirements.
- Comply with all requirements set out in this document
- Submit all required documentation as specified above.
Applying for a scholarship
Applicants wishing to apply for a scholarship must agree to comply with the requirements, complete the scholarship application, and submit all required documentation via the application form on the Digital4Business application portal. Applicants can get started with their application by clicking “Apply now” or by submitting an eligibility check on the website. Please ensure that you choose the “Scholarship application” link on the portal to apply through the scholarship route. Alternatively, in the event of technical issues, applicants may contact [email protected] for assistance.
Required Documentation for Scholarship Application:
Candidates will be required to provide the following documentation:
- Application form – Apply Now
- Motivation statement
- Passport or national ID – EDI required documentation:
- Medical certificate or official status proof – for persons with disabilities
- Signed self-declarations – for first-generation student.
- Proof of low-income (country official documents that prove the applicant receives public benefits or has been declared low income by a national authority – for e.g. certificate of social assistance, certificate of housing support, food vouchers, free school meals etc.) – for low-income applicants.
- Unemployment certificate or registration from a national agency – for unemployed applicants o Academic transcript or proof indicating study/ work in STEM/Tech field – for Woman in male- dominated field (Tech/STEM).
- Other supporting documentation as appropriate to demonstrate eligibility. The application form will explain these documentation requirements in more detail depending on your personal circumstances.
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