The aim of Erasmus Mundus is to enhance the quality and attractiveness of European higher education while contributing to increased intercultural links between Europe and the rest of the world.

Erasmus Mundus offers students and scholars from outside Europe the opportunity to spend up to two years at European universities. Under the student wing of the programme, students that have finished their undergraduate studies can apply for admission to Erasmus Mundus master courses in the academic discipline of their choice.

The master courses are high-quality study programmes offered by a consortium of at least three higher education institutions in different European countries. They last between one and two years and students are required to study in at least two institutions.

Non-European scholars can also apply for short-term teaching assignments (up to three months) at the various master courses proposed under the Erasmus Mundus programme. Scholarships are available for successful candidates, whether students or scholars, to the programme. In the current academic year 2007-2008, 33 Bangladeshi students were admitted to Erasmus Mundus master courses.

Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Commission to Bangladesh Dr Stefan Frowein said "Erasmus Mundus is about opening up European higher education to the world. We want to make Europe an attractive destination for the best and brightest students and scholars across the world. I hope that even more talented Bangladeshi graduates and researchers will become aware of the opportunities Erasmus Mundus can offer in future."