Erasmusprogram

The Erasmus Programme, often referred to as Erasmus, is a European Union student exchange program established in 1987. It allows students to spend a period of study in another participating European country, typically between three and twelve months. The program aims to foster cultural understanding, enhance language skills, and promote academic and personal development among young Europeans. Participants receive financial support to cover their living expenses abroad, and credits earned during their Erasmus period are generally recognized by their home institution, facilitating the continuation of their studies upon return.

Initially a program for university students, Erasmus has expanded over the years to include other educational sectors such as vocational training, higher education, and adult education. It also supports staff mobility, enabling teachers and other university employees to undertake teaching or training assignments abroad. The program's name is derived from the Dutch philosopher Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam, who traveled extensively throughout Europe in the 15th and 16th centuries to study and teach. Erasmus has become a significant component of the European higher education landscape, impacting the academic careers and personal lives of millions of participants.