What’s new in the EU: Erasmus+
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The spring issue of EAIE Forum magazine explored the implications of the new EU umbrella programme for higher education: Erasmus+. This upcoming series of four blog posts extends the discussion online, looking at where Erasmus+ has come from, what all institutions can and should do as a result of the new changes, and – going one step further – how institutions can ensure their Erasmus students are gaining useful, marketable skills while abroad.
Erasmus+ officially came into effect on 1 January 2014, after years of planning. Three key actions form the bulk of Erasmus+:
- Mobility of Individuals
- Cooperation for innovation and the exchange of good practices
- Support for policy reforms
Check out the recent Forum article which breaks down these key actions in brief.
Erasmus: Who’s involved?
Countries taking part in Erasmus+ are categorised as either Programme Countries or Partner Countries. Programme Countries (33 of them) can take part in all actions of Erasmus+, Partner Countries (22 of them) can take part in various aspects of Erasmus+, subject to specific criteria or conditions. All other countries in the world are able to participate in some actions under Erasmus+ but only under certain circumstances. View our Erasmus+ map to find out exactly who’s involved.
Erasmus+ resources
- For the most detailed information on the Erasmus+ programme, view the official Programme Guide
- Read the latest news on Erasmus+ direct from the European Commission
- Search for your country’s National Agency handling Erasmus+ applications
- Watch the official video for Erasmus+
- Follow Erasmus+ on Facebook and Twitter for the latest updates
Follow the EAIE blog this week for the upcoming posts on Erasmus+. EAIE members can expect the issue of Forum magazine, dedicated to Erasmus+, to reach them any day now.
