FUTA Erasmus Scholarship 2026/2027: Study at the University of Jaén, Spain

Applications are open to graduate students of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), with only two spots available and a tight deadline.

Overview: What Is the FUTA Erasmus Scholarship Opportunity?

The Erasmus Mobility Project Coordinator at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has announced an open call for the KA171 Erasmus Student Mobility Programme. The call invites interested graduate students in Agriculture and Sciences to spend the second semester of the 2026/2027 academic session (January 2027 to July 2027) at the University of Jaén, Spain.

The notice was issued on 9 October 2026 by the Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, FUTA. For Nigerian graduate students who want international exposure, a semester in Europe, and a stronger research profile, this is a rare opportunity.

Quick Facts

• Programme: Erasmus KA171 Student Mobility
• Host institution: University of Jaén, Spain
• Study period: January 2027 to July 2027 (second semester, 2026/2027 session)
• Who can apply: Graduate students in Agriculture and Sciences at FUTA
• Number of spots: Two (2)
• Application deadline: Within one week of the 9 October 2026 notice
• Contact: 08131272891

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the FUTA Erasmus KA171 mobility, you must meet all of the following requirements:

1. Be a duly registered graduate student in FUTA.
2. Have completed the coursework for your graduate degree programme.
3. Hold a valid international passport. It must remain valid for a minimum of nine (9) months from January 2027.
4. Have a CGPA of not less than 3.50/5.0 at undergraduate degree graduation.

If your passport expires before October 2027, renew it before you apply, since a short validity period will disqualify you.

Documents Required

Applicants must submit three (3) hard copies of their application, each with the following attachments:

• Scanned copy of your international passport data page
• Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A copy of your last registration document for graduate study
• A copy of your undergraduate degree certificate

Tip: prepare and photocopy everything now, and arrange the three sets neatly so your application is easy to review.

How and Where to Apply

Submit your three hard copies, with all required documents attached, to:

Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology, Federal University of Technology, Akure.

The application must be submitted within one week of the advertisement, which was dated 9 October 2026. That puts the deadline at roughly 16 October 2026, so confirm the exact cut-off with the coordinator’s office as soon as you can.

For enquiries, call 08131272891. The notice is signed by Prof. Matthew Banji Oyun, Coordinator of the Erasmus Student Mobility Programme, FUTA.

Why You Should Apply

An Erasmus mobility semester can do a lot for a graduate student’s career:

• International academic exposure at a European university
• Research networking with scholars and peers outside Nigeria
• A stronger CV for PhD applications, scholarships and jobs
• Cultural and language experience in Spain

With only two places available, competition will be stiff. A complete, well-organised application gives you the best chance.

Application Checklist

• Confirm you are a registered FUTA graduate student
• Confirm you have finished your coursework
• Check that your passport is valid for at least 9 months from January 2027
• Confirm your undergraduate CGPA is at least 3.50/5.0
• Scan your passport data page
• Update your CV
• Photocopy your last graduate registration document
• Photocopy your undergraduate degree certificate
• Print and arrange three complete sets
• Submit to the Department of Forestry and Wood Technology before the deadline

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for the FUTA Erasmus KA171 programme? Registered FUTA graduate students in Agriculture and Sciences who have completed coursework, hold a valid passport and have an undergraduate CGPA of at least 3.50/5.0.

Where will I study? At the University of Jaén, Spain, from January to July 2027.

How many students will be selected? Two (2) vacancies are available.

Can I apply online? The notice asks for hard copies only. Submit three printed sets to the Department of Forestry and Wood Technology, FUTA.

What is the application deadline? One week from the 9 October 2026 notice, so around 16 October 2026. Confirm with the coordinator.

Final Word

Time is short and places are few. If you meet the criteria, gather your documents today and submit your application before the deadline. Share this post with fellow FUTA graduate students who may qualify.

This post is based on the official FUTA notice dated 9 October 2026. Always confirm details with the Erasmus Mobility Coordinator’s office before applying.