Erasmus Mundus Promotional Event Ca Foscari University December 5 th, 2013 Laura Cappellesso Anna Colombini International Relations Office

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1 Erasmus Mundus Promotional Event Ca Foscari University December 5 th, 2013 Laura Cappellesso Anna Colombini International Relations Office

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS The Erasmus Mundus programme EM-ACE: your online one-stop-shop Bust your Erasmus Mundus myths! 2

3 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Where it all started Launched by the European Commission in 2004 to: Enhance the quality of European HE through international co-operation Improve the development of human resources Promote dialogue and understanding between peoples and cultures Promote Europe as a centre of excellence in learning around the world 3

4 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Erasmus Mundus stands for.. Prestigious European Commission Scholarships Leading European and International Universities Unprecedented international experience Strong language skills on a professional/academic level Intercultural awareness and understanding 4

5 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME What does it offer? Top-quality masters and doctoral programmes at two or more European universities, in a broad variety of disciplines Study-programmes outside the EU Scholarships for excellent European and international students and researchers A scheme open to students throughout the world! 5

6 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME What can you do in practice? Action 1 - Enrol in a Joint Masters or Joint Doctorates (mainly in EU unis.) Full-study/research scholarships Multi-disciplinary programmes Study/research at 2 or more universities Joint or multiple degree Action 2 - Study programmes at non-eu universities Scholarships for 6-10 months or for a full degrees (e.g. PhDs) outside the EU Study/research at 1 non-eu university Credits recognized in home uni. OR non-eu degree awarded 6

7 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Erasmus Mundus courses/programmes differ in: Countries, universities & languages of study Length (from 6 months to 4 years) Requirements & Deadlines Disciplines & Fields of study 7

8 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Action 1 - Who can participate? Erasmus Mundus Master Courses (Action 1a) Graduates (at least Bachelor level) from Europe and all over the world, without any age limit Erasmus Mundus Joint Doctorates (Action 1b) Graduates (Master level or equivalent) from Europe and all over the world, without any age limit 8

9 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Action 2 - Who can participate? Study programmes outside the EU Undergraduates, Master students, PhDs and post-docs currently enrolled in a EU university (shot-term scholarships) Graduates from EU universities (full degrees) NB: eligibility criteria vary depending on the specific programme 9

10 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Action 1 - Where can you go? Destinations depend on the specific Erasmus Mundus course/programme (mainly EU unis. for Masters and Doctorates enrolling in a Master/Doctorate course will imply that you study at at least 2 different universities; 1 university outside the EU for study-abroad programmes) You first have to choose the programme, then the destination(s). Not the other way round! ia/selected_projects_action_1_master_courses_en.php 10

11 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Scholarships Action 1 MASTERS Monthly allowance Travel expenses (only where travel outside the EU is foreseen) DOCTORATES Amount 500 EUR Up to 3000 EUR Amount Monthly allowance 2800 EUR (work contract gross amount) or 1400 EUR (stipend) Travel expenses (only where travel outside the EU is foreseen) Up to 3000 EUR NB: You can enrol in a Master or Doctorate programme also if you are not granted a scholarship 11

12 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Scholarships Action 2 STUDY PROGRAMMES OUTSIDE THE EU Undergraduate Master PhD Post-doc Amount 1000 EUR/month + travel expenses + insurance 1000 EUR/month + travel expenses + insurance 1500 EUR/month + travel expenses + insurance 1800 EUR/month + travel expenses + insurance NB: You cannot participate in an EM study-programme outside the EU without a scholarship! 12

13 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME How can you apply? 1. Think of what your study plans and objectives are: are you about to graduate and looking for a top-quality degree offered by different institutions? Are you enrolled in a EU uni. and would like to spend a semester in a country outside the EU? 2. Search for Erasmus Mundus programmes which suit your profile, interests, field of study and degree level 3. Decide to which programme(s) you would like to apply for. 4. Visit the website of the programme(s) you selected. 5. Gather information about the deadlines (usually Dec-Feb) + application procedures and requested documents available on the programme websites. 6. Send your application directly to the coordinator of your selected programme. 13

14 Act. 1 - SEARCH YOUR MASTER COURSE! 14

15 Act. 2 - SEARCH YOUR STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME Choose the geographical region Check the project description to see whether you can apply: is your field of study covered? Does your university participate in the programme? If not, are Target Group 2 scholarship available?

16 Act. 2 - SEARCH YOUR STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME

17 Act. 2 - SEARCH YOUR STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME Some Examples: The FreieUniversitätBerlin is a partner in the Erasmus MundusAction 2 project JoinEU-SEE>PENTA with the Western Balkan region. One of the target groups for the programmeare students and staff who are registered at EU universities/higher education institutions NOT included in the JoinEU-SEE>PENTA consortium. Students and staff registered at your university are eligible to apply within target group 2 ( The first call for applications within JoinEU-SEE>PENTA was launched on November 11, 2013, and it will be open until February 1, The call is open to applicants for mobility at undergraduate and master level as well as for staff who would like to start their mobility in autumn Detailed information on the call for applications is available at

18 Act. 2 - SEARCH YOUR STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMME Some Examples:

19 THE ERASMUS MUNDUS PROGRAMME Example of frequently requested documents Online application form (available on the programme website) Copy of the degree + translation into English Copy of the transcript of records + translation into English. Proof of English/other language proficiency. CV Copy of passport Letters of recommendation List of publications (if applicable) Study/Research plan (if applicable) Please, check the website of the chosen programme(s) for detailed information on the required documents. 19

20 LET S SUM UP Still thinking that Erasmus Mundus is = Erasmus? ERASMUS ERASMUS MUNDUS MASTERS AND DOCTORATES WHO? European Students Students from all over the world, including Europe ERASMUS MUNDUS STUDY OUTSIDE THE EU Students from all over the world, including Europe WHAT? Mobility periods (3-12 Masters/Doctorates in Short-term mobility or months) mobility (1-3 years) full degree HOW? Students depend on their home university Students are enrolled in the EM courses as regular students No link to university where previous degree has been awarded Students depend on their home university RECOGN ITION/ DEGREE The period of mobility is recognized by the home institution as part of their national degree After completing the course,a joint or double diploma of master / doctor is awarded The period of mobility is recognized by the home institution as part of their national degree OR A non-eu degree is awarded 20

21 LET S SUM UP Bust your Erasmus Mundus myths! Myth 1. Erasmus Mundus is only for non-eu students. No, it is open to EU students as well! No matter what your gender, age, background or interests are, there are over 150 Erasmus Mundus programmes available for you! Myth 2. Studying abroad is a waste of time and money. An international experience broadens your mind and increases your employability! Myth 3. I have already done an Erasmus semester. Why bother with Erasmus Mundus? Erasmus and Erasmus Mundus are two very different programme! 21

22 LET S SUM UP Myth 4. It is easier and just as good to travel once I have a job. Easier said than done. Once you have a job and responsibilities, it is often more difficult to get away. Myth 5. The scholarship money is not enough to finance my studies. Erasmus Mundus scholarships are quite generous and in line with most other European and national funding schemes! Myth 6. I can only go to study abroad to the UK or U.S. because I don't speak any other foreign languages besides English. Most Erasmus Mundus programmes offer courses in English although the universities are not located in other countries outside the UK or the US. 22

23 EM-ACE YOUR WAY TO ERASMUS MUNDUS Our Objective To enhance the visibility, awareness and attractiveness of the EM programme across Europe, with the final goal to raise both the quantity and quality of applications received from European candidates Many organizations working to achieve the same goal

24 EM-ACE PROMOTIONAL TOOLKIT Developed for and in collaboration with students PRINT MATERIAL Marketing materials focus on EU students Guidelines on how to prepare a successful EM application MULTIMEDIA PowerPoint presentations; Promotional videos on EM experience in Europe;. WEB EM-ACE portal Web material (studentfriendly content developed by and for students); Social networks

25 EM-ACE ONLINE ONE-STOP-SHOP

26 EM-ACE ONLINE ONE-STOP-SHOP Find out about & search the different opportunities offered under the Erasmus Mundus programme Get to know the Erasmus Mundus programme explained by Erasmus Mundus students and Alumni Discover the benefits of... a prestigious European Commission scholarship top-quality study programmes increased employability Hear from... other students sharing their experience Learn how... to apply using our newly launched Application guidelines! to increase your chances of selection!

27 USEFUL LINKS Erasmus Mundus for European Students: Official Erasmus Mundus page: Erasmus Mundus National Structure Erasmus Mundus Students and Alumni Association

28 The future of Erasmus Mundus The Erasmus Mundusprogrammewill come to an end on 31 December However, ongoing projects will continue their activities including the selection of students for scholarships until the end of their grant agreement. As from 2014, certain activities supported up to now by Erasmus Munduswill be part of a new cooperation programmenamed Erasmus+. Erasmus+ is the new EU programmefor education, training, youth and sport proposed by the European Commission. It is now under discussion by the Council of the European Union (28 Member States) and the European Parliament, who will take the formal adoption decision by the end of Erasmus+ will bring together all the current EU and international schemes for education, training, youth and sport (including Erasmus Mundus), replacing all existing programmeswith one. Erasmus+ is due to start in Additional information:

29 TAKE UP THE CHALLENGE! Apply for an Erasmus Mundus programme NOW! WEB