Socrates-Erasmus Programme
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What is Erasmus?
Erasmus (“European Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students") is an educational programme created by the European Commission in 1987 for Higher Education students. It aims to promote students’ mobility within the European Community and to develop a “European Dimension” within partner institutions and their academic programmes.
The scheme was named after the philosopher, theologian and humanist Erasmus of Rotterdam (1465-1536), a precursor of mobility grants, who during his life stayed and worked in different parts of Europe.
Erasmus study is fully recognised by the home institution as part of the degree. Students will receive recognition of their studies through the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credit system.
Benefits of Erasmus
- Employability - Erasmus students prove to have qualities that employers look for such as an ability to take on challenges, to adapt easily to new environments, to be flexible.
- New Experience – This is an opportunity for adventurous students who want to create a competitive advantage for themselves, have lots of fun, meet interesting people and gain new skills.
- European Language – Apart from gaining the knowledge of different cultures students can learn or master an additional European language.
- Maturity – Managing a life in another culture builds students’ confidence and independence.
- Erasmus provides an additional grant to help you with the costs of travel and your stay in Europe