Master in Research and Innovation in Higher Education (MARIHE)
Why MARIHE?
MARIHE is a unique global Master program on higher education, research and innovation. It is a 2-year full time study journey in Europe and Asia – a truly international experience. It offers tuition fee scholarships for all students; Erasmus Mundus scholarships on top are available.
MARIHE is jointly conducted by an international consortium with partners from Austria, China, Finland, Germany, Hungary, India, and Portugal, thus providing a global perspective on higher education, research and innovation.
We want you!
- First university degree (3 years in duration) from any discipline
- Highly motivated and ambitious about higher education
- Sufficient English language skills
marihe Factbox
Your participation in MARIHE
MARIHE offers tuition fee scholarships for all selected students. In addition, a limited number of Erasmus Mundus scholarships are available.
Tuition fee scholarship
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
After MARIHE: Career Outcomes
The MARIHE programme sets the foundation for career success through international expertise, academic excellence, and practical experience that enables meaningful contributions to the field of higher education. Possible employment fields are: higher education and research-intensive institutions, government agencies, university alliances, non-tertiary education institutions, consultancy, start-ups.
The programme includes a mandatory internship, providing direct working experience in higher education institutions, government agencies, or international organizations.
75%
of graduates secure employment within six months
70%
report significant career advancement
20%
pursue PhD programmes at prestigious institutions
MARIHE Family – A Global Community of Higher Education Leaders
MARIHE graduates span six continents, representing diverse backgrounds and career trajectories. What unites them is their commitment to advancing higher education through evidence-based practice and international collaboration.
Not only did MARIHE provide me with a valuable academic experience from a strong consortium of universities, but the diverse cultural and social experiences gained throughout the two years provided valuable skills and competences for all aspects of life and many cherished memories.
The MARIHE focus on research and analysis was instrumental in improving my academic writing skills and critical thinking abilities, which fundamentally shaped my career path in higher education research and opened new professional opportunities.
