LAWGID is a two-year Erasmus Mundus Master's in law, gender and diversity, taught in English and split across three universities in three countries. You start in Belgrade, move to Palermo, then to Örebro in Sweden, and write your thesis at the partner university you choose. Each intake has 12 Erasmus Mundus scholarships, which makes it a small, competitive programme. You can read the full scholarship details on our site before you go through this guide.
This programme is a good match for Pakistani graduates who already work, or want to work, on gender equality, discrimination and rights questions through law or policy. The curriculum is built for legal and non-legal professionals alike, including judges, lawyers, public officials and NGO representatives. If you have a law degree and an interest in family law, workplace equality or human rights litigation, it fits naturally. If you come from social sciences or the NGO sector, you are also in the intended audience. If you want a general LLM in commercial or corporate law, look elsewhere. This degree is narrow by design.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Programme | LAWGID Erasmus Mundus Master's (law, gender and diversity) |
| Funding | Fully funded Erasmus Mundus scholarship (12 per intake) |
| Level and length | Master's, two years, 120 ECTS, taught in English |
| Universities | University of Belgrade (Serbia), LUMSA University (Italy), Örebro University (Sweden) |
| Deadline | First round: April 19, 2026 (confirm the current intake on the portal) |
| Official site | lawgid.eu |
Three semesters, three countries, one thesis of your choosing
The mobility scheme is fixed for the first three semesters. Semester one is at the University of Belgrade, semester two at LUMSA University in Palermo, and semester three at Örebro University. The fourth and final semester is for the Master's thesis, and you pick which partner university hosts you for it.
This structure has real consequences for planning. You will move country twice in your first year and a half, which means separate housing searches and settling in each time. Before you apply, read the mobility scheme on the official website semester by semester so you know exactly where you need to be and when. Students who skim this part often get caught out later.
The academic side mixes theory with comparative perspectives and practical training. The programme describes practical training in gender mainstreaming and intersectional approaches, so expect coursework that asks you to apply concepts to real legal and social problems.
Why three diplomas instead of one
Graduates receive three nationally accredited diplomas, one from each partner university. For a Pakistani graduate, this is a practical advantage. A degree recognised in Serbia, Italy and Sweden gives you more than one institutional name on your CV, and it can help when an employer, a PhD admissions committee or a recognition body back home wants to see where the qualification came from. If you later need your foreign degree verified in Pakistan, keep all three diplomas and transcripts in order from day one.
What the 12 funded places cover, and what is still unclear
The programme lists full scholarship coverage for the 12 selected students per intake. Along with the funding, scholars get access to the two-year multidisciplinary programme, the three diplomas, mobility across Serbia, Italy and Sweden, and the practical training described above.
What the available information does not spell out is the exact monthly stipend, travel allowance or insurance arrangements. Do not assume figures you have seen for other Erasmus Mundus programmes apply here. Read the scholarship conditions on the official site, and if anything is missing, write to the coordinators before you plan your budget around it.
The scholarships run across four two-year cycles. Besides the funded spots, each partner university can admit up to 10 self-funded students per edition, for 30 non-funded places in total. That matters for you in one way: if you apply and are not selected for funding, you may still be offered a self-funded place. Think honestly about whether you could pay your own way through three European countries before accepting one. For most Pakistani families, that is a very large commitment, and a self-funded place is not a consolation prize to accept by default.
Academic and English requirements
You need one of the following academic backgrounds:
- A Bachelor's degree equivalent to 180 ECTS (a three-year programme) or 240 ECTS (a four-year programme)
- Integrated academic studies or a Master's degree with at least 300 ECTS
Pakistani degrees are not measured in ECTS, so the programme decides how yours maps onto these bands. If your degree length or structure is unusual, ask the coordinators how they will count it before you invest time in the application.
You also need proof of English at upper intermediate level (B2). The available information does not list specific accepted tests or minimum scores, so confirm on the official website which certificates are accepted and whether a medium-of-instruction letter from your university would count. Make sure your certificate clearly meets B2 before you submit. A borderline or expired result is an easy reason to be screened out.
On nationality: the programme information does not state which countries are eligible. Check the eligibility rules for Pakistani applicants on the official site before you start.
The two documents at the core of your file
The listed document requirements are short:
- Proof of your previous academic degree (Bachelor's or Master's)
- Proof of English language proficiency at B2 level
A short list does not mean a light application. The portal may ask for more once you open it, such as transcripts, a CV or a motivation statement, so open the form early and see what it actually requests. If the programme asks for attested degree copies, start that process well ahead. Our IBCC and MOFA attestation guide explains how it works, and the documents checklist for international scholarships is a useful cross-check.
Submitting through the LAWGID portal
- Read the curriculum and the mobility scheme on the official LAWGID website.
- Gather your degree documents and your B2 English proof.
- Submit your application online through the LAWGID application portal.
- Complete everything before the first round deadline.
For specific enrolment questions, the programme coordinators can be contacted at lawgid@ius.bg.ac.rs. Keep your email short and specific. Ask one or two clear questions (how your degree maps to ECTS, which English tests count) rather than sending your whole life story.
The April 19, 2026 first round and what comes after
The first round application deadline for this intake was April 19, 2026. The word "first" suggests there may be later rounds, but no later dates are given, and later rounds may not include scholarship places. Applying in the first round is the safer route if funding is what you need. If you are reading this after that date, check the official portal for the current intake, its deadlines and whether scholarships are still on offer before doing anything else.
Where applicants go wrong with LAWGID
The most common mistake is treating this as a general law Master's. Selection is for a programme about gender, intersectionality and diversity, so your application should show why that focus matters to your work. A lawyer who has handled harassment or inheritance cases, or an NGO officer who has worked on women's access to justice, has a story to tell here. Use it.
The second mistake is ignoring the moving parts. Three countries means several visa or residence steps over the two years. The programme information does not explain how visas are handled, so ask early. Our guide to student visa rejection reasons covers the problems Pakistani students most often run into.
The third is leaving English proof to the last minute. B2 is the stated level. Book your test early enough that a retake is possible if your first score falls short.
If you want to compare this with other options in the country, see all Serbia scholarships.
Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships does LAWGID offer?
There are 12 Erasmus Mundus scholarships per intake. Separately, each partner university can admit up to 10 self-funded students per edition, 30 non-funded places in total.
Do I need a law degree to apply?
No law degree is listed as a requirement. The curriculum is designed for legal and non-legal professionals, and the academic requirement is stated in ECTS terms: 180 or 240 ECTS for a Bachelor's, or at least 300 ECTS for integrated studies or a Master's.
Where will I live during the programme?
Belgrade for the first semester, Palermo for the second and Örebro for the third. The thesis semester takes place at the partner university you choose.
What degree will I receive?
Three nationally accredited diplomas, one each from the University of Belgrade, LUMSA University and Örebro University.
Can Pakistani students apply?
The programme information does not name eligible nationalities. Check the eligibility rules on the official website or ask the coordinators at lawgid@ius.bg.ac.rs before you apply.
What English level is required?
Upper intermediate, B2. Confirm on the official site which certificates are accepted.
Check the current intake and conditions on the official LAWGID website, and keep the LAWGID scholarship page handy for the key details.