Erasmus : A common university space for Europe.
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Erasmus Mundus Website : http://eacea.ec.europa.eu/erasmus_mundus/index_en.php
What is Erasmus Mundus (EM) ?
- Erasmus Mundus is a co-operation and mobility programme which aims to promote the European Union as a worldwide centre of excellence in learning.
- EM provides all supports to enhance the visibility and attractiveness of European higher education in third countries about higher education in Europe.
- EM covers a wide range of courses like Law, Medicine, Computer Science, Bio-technology, Nano-technology and Management etc.
Why one should join?
- EM offers a triple benefits in form of ‘CPP’ to the graduate – covers Cultural, Personal and Professional aspects.
The Programme Offers
- Joint masters and doctoral programmes between European and non-European universities
- Mobility flows of students and academics between European and non-European higher education institutions (HEI)
- Promotion of excellence and attractiveness of European higher education systems worldwide
How does it work?
- The European Commission informs potential applicants about funding opportunities through a programme guide and regular calls for proposals published on the Erasmus Mundus Website.
- Institutions, research centres and other organisations active in the field of higher education should submit proposals in accordance with the programme guide and calls
- Students and academics should apply directly to the selected Erasmus Mundus universities
Support is provided through three actions:
(I) Joint master’s and doctoral programs including a scholarship scheme
Joint programs of outstanding academic quality are designed and implemented by a consortium of European universities from at least three different countries. Consortia may also include universities from other parts of the world. Scholarships / fellowships are open to higher education students and academics from all over the world. Programs include obligatory study and research periods, in at least two universities, and award recognized double, multiple or joint degrees.
Who can participate?
•            Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and research centers from European & non-European countries.
•            Masters students, doctoral candidates and academics from European & non-European countries.
(II) Promotion of European higher education
Projects enhance the attractiveness, profile, image and visibility of European higher education worldwide. Activities concern the international dimension of all aspects of higher education, such as promotion, accessibility, quality assurance, credit recognition, mutual recognition of qualifications, curriculum development and mobility.
Who can participate?
•            Higher Education Institutions(HEI) and research centers from European and non-European countries.
•            Any other organizations active in the field of higher education from European and non-European countries.
(III) Partnerships with non-European Union higher education institutions(HEI) including scholar-ships
Partnerships are the basis for enhancing academic cooperation and exchanges of students and academics, contributing to the socio-economic development of non-EU countries targeted by EU external cooperation policy. Consortia must include minimum of 5 HEI from at least 3 European countries and a number of HEI from targeted non-European regions. Special attention is given to disadvantageous groups and populations in a vulnerable situation.
Who can participate?
•            Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and research centers from European & non-European countries.
•            European and non-European higher education students and academics (from bachelor to post-doctoral)
