Find out about the Erasmus+ program
Are you curious about the world or do you dream of studying or completing internships in another country? If so, the Erasmus Plus program is just for you! Studying at a foreign university, personal development, learning languages are just a few of the possible benefits. In addition, you will have the opportunity to meet fantastic people, discover new cultures, try regional dishes, and to go sightseeing and travel in your spare time! Before you decide to go, find out about the details of the program!
What is Erasmus Plus program?
Erasmus Plus is an EU program operating for 30 years allowing students to study or attend internships abroad. 28 European Union countries as well as, among, others, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, Turkey and the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia participate in the program.
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What is Erasmus Plus program?
Erasmus Plus is an EU program operating for 30 years allowing students to study or attend internships abroad. 28 European Union countries as well as, among, others, Ic…
What are the mobility options?
Students who achieve very good academic results and have a good command of a foreign language have the best chance of joining the program. Most often, a good command of the English language is required. Depending on the university, you can:
- study for a period of 3 to 12 months;
- do internships for a period of 2 to 12 months;
- do job placements / internships for graduates for a period from 2 to 12 months
How to join the Erasmus program?
First, think about the country you would like to go to. For this purpose, browse the list of partner universities or read our students’ travel reports – Erasmus memoires. Once you have chosen a university, fill in the application form and confirm your knowledge of the language of study abroad. Wait for the qualification committee’s decision – we keep our fingers crossed for the decision to be positive!
Do you have any more questions? Ask the program coordinators for advice. You can find their contact details, an application form and the details on the rules of recruitment, financing and organization of trips here.
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First, think about the country you would like to go to. For this purpose, browse the list of partner universities or read our students’ travel reports – Erasmus mem…
Adventages:
- Opportunity to learn about the culture, traditions and customs of the country where you study.
- Learning foreign languages. Not only during classes, but also in everyday life – in a shop, cinema or when travelling around!
- During your trip you will meet many interesting and fascinating people, make new friendships and acquaintances. Who knows, maybe you will also meet your other half?
- Studying abroad, openness to changes, coping with unusual situations … these are skills and experiences that you can confidently include in your CV!
- Being in a foreign country teaches how to be independent and mature, it develops the character and broadens the horizons.
- While abroad you will have a chance to visit the most intriguing places and monuments of a given country.
- The Erasmus + program is also a time of fun and unforgettable adventures that you will enjoy recollecting many years afterwards.
Disadventages:
- Language barriers can be troublesome, especially in the beginning. As time goes on, you will start to get used to it and talking to people will not be a problem anymore!
- It can be difficult to part with your girlfriend, or boyfried, your friends or a beloved dog, but remember that you are not going away forever! If you are happy and fulfilled, so will your loved ones be!
- Finally, the biggest drawback – the Erasmus + program will end. We warn you – whoever has gone abroad once will want to go there again!
No matter how many advantages and disadvantages there are to the Erasmus + program, remember that the final decision is yours! One thing is certain – participation in the program is an adventure that you will remember for the rest of your life. Moreover, surrounded by novelties, you will absorb knowledge and experience like a dry sponge!
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