Changing lives, opening minds

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1 Changing lives, opening minds Education and Culture Date: in 12 pts

2 What is Erasmus+? The EU's Programme to support education, training youth and sport ( ) Funding for programmes, projects and scholarships Fosters EU-EU and EU-international cooperation 2

3 What are the benefits? Have a unique learning experience in Europe Receive double/multiple/joint degree, or recognition of your study abroad Acquire in-depth knowledge of Europe and European higher education Improve linguistic skills, intercultural experience Improve employability through recognition of qualifications and study periods abroad Academic exchange of knowledge, ideas, contacts

4 Higher education opportunities for individuals from outside Europe Credit mobility + scholarships Short-term studies in Europe that will count to your degree back home Joint Master Degrees + scholarships A full degree programme at Master level, with study at two or more universities

5 Joint Master Degree

6 Joint Master Degree in brief Continuation of Erasmus Mundus Masters Courses Excellent Joint Master courses offered by consortia of universities from Europe and Partner Countries 350 Joint Master Degree courses to be selected, Expected to fund students and staff over the seven years No age limits

7 Joint Master Degree: Offer an integrated study programme, fully recognised in the countries participating Require study in at least two countries in the consortium Can last months ( ECTS) Lead to the award of a double, multiple or joint degree to all successful students Award full-study scholarships for students from all over the world

8 Scholarship European Commission s Contribution Study/ participation costs Travel costs Instalation costs Beneficiaries Up to 9 000/ year 2 000/ year if the distance is less than km 3 000/ year if the distance exceeds km unique contribution Living allowance 1 000/ month

9 How to apply for a JMD scholarship Consult the list of the Master Programs on the Education, Audiovisual and Culture Executive Agency (EACEA) Identify the program that suits you Click on its website Apply online, directly to the course You can apply at three courses for bigger chances Wait for the selection results (selection done by the consortium)

10 Check the application requirements: Eligibility Academic record, experience Language abilities Motivation References Documents you will need Deadlines!

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14 Application dossier Bachelor Degree Copy of the academic records Language certificate Motivation letter Reccomendation letter(s)/ Reference(s) CV Copy of your passport Other documents on request

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17 What languages will you need? Vast majority of Master courses are taught in English, but whatever the language of instruction, it is important to have the right level of linguistic ability, and chance to enroll in tailor-made language courses, add to your skills and improve your employability

18 Students selection: when? For courses starting the Fall of 2016: Application in Sept 2015 Febr 2016 Check the program s website Check the deadline for Scholarships!

19 If you are successful: Prepare your visa requests/other administrative procedures Ensure you have all the necessary documents ready well in advance (originals, certified copies) Ensure that you are properly informed about your rights and obligations laid down in the student agreement Ask advice and support from fellow students who have already benefited from an EM scholarship (see EMA website)

20 Useful links: Erasmus Students & Alumni Association in Moldova Erasmus Mundus Students & Alumni Association Informations on Erasmus+ opportunities -education/study-mobility_en.htm Studyineurope.com

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22 Joint Doctoral Degree (1) Programme structure and selection procedure similar to Joint Master Degrees Apply directly to one of available Joint Doctorates Joint Doctoral Programmes will continue to select doctoral candidates up to endia/selected_projects_action_1_joint_doctorates_en.php

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24 Joint Doctoral Degree (2) Marie Skłodowska Curie Actions (MSCA) provides new Joint Doctoral programmes from 2014 onwards with fellowships MSCA also offers individual research grants

25 National Erasmus+ Office in Moldova 37 Maria Cebotari str. 3 rd floor, off erasmusplus@erasmusplus.md facebook.com/erasmusplusmoldova

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27 Thank you! Education and Culture Date: in 12 pts