WHAT IS ERASMUS?

The Erasmus+ Programme is a European funding programme established in 1987 offering university students a possibility of studying or doing an internship abroad in another country for a period of at least 2 months and maximum 12 months per cycle of studies. Erasmus+ now offers the possibility to go way beyond the European borders as well: volunteering, jobs, studies, traineeships, or just travelling for fun.

WHY STUDY ABROAD?

Studying abroad is an amazing experience. It is unique from the personal as well as academic point of view. Being for a few months in an international environment is the best opportunity to establish intercultural contacts, have a valuable insight into a different culture, learn a language and grow as a person.

Benefits of an exchange period abroad:

  • they are culturally competent,
  • many speak foreign languages and possess good communication skills,
  • they are mobile
  • they develop their personality.

ACCOMODATION

The issue of international student housing is surely of key importance. Hence, as an organisation supporting student mobility, Erasmus Student Network is committed to facilitating the process of finding accommodation abroad for exchange students.

Uniplaces is an online marketplace for booking student accommodation with thousands of verified properties. It provides easy-to-find, easy-to book accommodation in a way that is safe, trustworthy and consistent in terms of quality.

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MONEY?

Each student receives a grant which covers partly the costs of the stay abroad. Grants differ from sending and host countries. Your university is required to make the amount of the grant publicly known to students, so you can just ask your International relation office. The grant can often be complemented by regional or national grants.

Students going on exchange under the ERASMUS+ programme pay the tuition fees at their home university

You should be aware that in most cases, the Erasmus+ grant alone will not cover all your life expenses.

LANGUAGE?

Universities very often offer language course for international students.

COURSES?

One of the basic rights each exchange student has is the full recognition of courses passed successfully abroad by the home university. Before leaving the home university, the participating student signs the Learning Agreement - a document that describes the programme of studies followed in the host university. At the end of the stay the host university should prepare for the student a document called Transcript of Records which confirms the completed studies' programme and the results. These documents are legally binding for all parties involved (your home and host university). Should you face problems in recognition, you can seek the help of student organisations to make your courses validated.

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