ERASMUS+ CREDIT MOBILITY

The aim of credit mobility applications is to promote student and staff mobility with non-European countries, establish joint projects and research, and share best practices with our partners. 

Applications for student mobility must be submitted together with the European application: https://coospace.metropolitan.hu/CooSpace/Scene-102408/Survey-787634 

Applications for staff mobility (teachers and administrative staff) must be submitted here: https://forms.office.com/e/BGvrMYrXh8 

To complete the application, you need to log in with your METU Office 365 password. If you have forgotten or have never used your METU Office 365 account, please seek assistance at passadmin@metropolitan.hu. 

The conditions for both student and staff mobility are the same as those for European mobility programs. 

Duration for staff mobility: 5 working days. 

Grant amount: 

1. Students: 700 EUR/month for living expenses, plus travel support calculated based on distance. 
2. Staff: 180 EUR/day for living expenses, plus travel support calculated based on distance. 

Applications that meet formal requirements and are submitted by the deadline will be evaluated and approved by METU’s International Committee. 

Student Mobility: 

A total of 50 points can be earned in the evaluation. 

Motivation letter: 25 points 

Evaluation criteria: 

1. Content: Clearly and concisely explain how the chosen universities support your professional development. Rank them and justify your order. Describe how studying abroad can contribute to your personal growth and what skills you wish to develop. 
2. Formal requirements: The letter meets the specified length but does not exceed it. It is well-structured, logically and proportionally organized. 

Language proficiency: 10 points If another language is required, a language certificate must be submitted. 

Academic performance: 10 points Weighted average of the last two semesters. 

Other activities: 5 points TDK, OTDK, international academic competitions, exhibitions, mentoring (buddy program), Erasmus+ promotion, etc. 

Total: 50 points 

Applicants will receive written notification of the selection results. An online information session will follow regarding the next steps. 

For further information about the application, contact: outgoing.erasmus@metropolitan.hu 

Monday and Wednesday, 10:00 - 11:00: https://zoom.us/j/99259574078  

Selected students will be nominated to the host university based on their METU application. However, they must submit a separate application as required by the host institution, which reserves the right to reject the nominated student based on its own criteria. METU cannot provide information on the selection criteria of host institutions. 

Staff Mobility: 

Details are specified in the current call for applications. 

Required documents: 

1. Professional CV in English. 
2. Motivation letter including planned activities, their relevance to METU, how acquired skills and experiences will be utilized, and their impact on the institution and work processes. 
3. Proof of language proficiency. 
4. Approval letter from the direct supervisor. 

For more information, contact: erasmus@metropolitan.hu  

Online consultation every Monday and Wednesday from 10:00-11:00: https://zoom.us/j/99259574078 (Meeting ID: 992 5957 4078) 

No prior appointment is necessary. 

How to choose a university? 

1. In this Erasmus+ program, you can only apply to European partner universities. 
2. You can apply for one semester—either fall or spring. If funding is available, fall semester students may extend to the spring semester, but spring semester students cannot extend into the next academic year's fall semester. 
3. You typically do not join your home-year group at the host university but select from an "Erasmus course" list. These courses do not have to match METU’s curriculum exactly. Check the partner university’s website for available courses! 
4. Consider your academic progress! Use the Student Information Center for planning and check the deadlines for graduation. Consult your program director, department head, or institute head about the best options for you. All courses you plan to include in your Learning Agreement (OLA) must be approved by your institute/department head! 
5. Highly popular (Mediterranean) cities tend to be oversubscribed. To maximize your chances, apply to other universities as well! We have excellent partner universities in smaller cities and beyond Western Europe. 
6. The Erasmus grant does not cover all expenses—research the cost of living in the host country, look into additional funding options, and ensure you can finance your stay. You may work abroad according to local regulations. 
7. Housing in big cities can be challenging—consider dormitory options and the housing market of your chosen destinations as early as possible. 
8. At Southern European universities, local language skills might be essential. Ask Erasmus alumni about their experiences. 

Academic Considerations: 

1. You must remain an active student; completing all subjects before departure is not allowed. The Student Information Center can guide you through your curriculum. 
2. If you study abroad during your final semester, you must complete all required courses by METU’s graduation deadline. This is often problematic due to different academic calendars, potential administrative delays, and recognition of credits, which might prevent you from graduating on time. 
3. Art students should avoid mobility in their final semester due to practical requirements and thesis-related deadlines. 
4. At least 20 credits must be completed at the host university, and at least 10 credits must be recognized at METU as compulsory or elective subjects. 
5. Self-funded students must pay their METU tuition fee during mobility to maintain active student status. This qualifies them for additional financial support. 
6. Even if you are a part-time student at METU, you will be considered a full-time student at the host university. 
7. METU accepts language certificates from its Foreign Language Institute for Erasmus applications, but the host university may require an official language exam. Always check the requirements on the host institution’s website! 

For additional funding options, click HERE. 

Required documents before departure from students: 

1. Active student status for the full mobility period. 
2. A fully signed Learning Agreement. 
3. Valid health insurance from an independent provider. 
4. If required, a valid student visa for the destination country. 
5. Completion of the Online Language Support (OLS) test. 
6. A completed and signed Step by Step Guide. 
7. Bank account details for grant transfer. 
8. Letter of Acceptance from the host institution. 

All the documents mentioned in the list above are needed for signing your grant agreement. You need to sign the agreement in person at METU before leaving. Departure is only possible with a signed grant agreement. 

Please note that your travel can be influenced by the pandemic. More information on this can be found on the site of Tempus Public Foundation 

Conditions for completing mobility:  

The student has no outstanding tuition fees or other payment obligations to METU.  

The documents required to complete the mobility must be submitted after return home, but no later than 30 days after receipt of the Certificate of Study Period. 

1. Certificate of Study Period (minimum 60 days in case of study mobility) fhysical mobility, including the exact start and end date of the mobility.   
2. Transcript of Records indicating the credits successfully completed (issued by the host university)     
3. Final version of the Learning Agreement signed by all parties. 
4. Preparing a written report. The document is a 1–2-page text document of at least 500 words.   
5. Successful completion of at least 20 credits to the host university. At METU, a minimum of 10 credits must be transferred.     
6. Completion of OLS (Online Language Assessment) language test.  
7. Completion of EU Survey. 

For more information, visit the Coospace platform: https://coospace.metropolitan.hu/CooSpace/Scene-68415  

Process 

1. Submission of the application at METU with an English-language CV, motivation letter, document proving language proficiency, and managerial approval. 
2. The International Coordination Office informs the participant about the outcome of the application and nominates the participant to the partner institution. 
3. Contact the host institution to clarify details. 
4. Signing a contract with METU regarding the funding amount. 
5. Travel abroad. 
6. Submission of closing documentation. 

Report 

The report must be sent to the International Coordination Office via email at erasmus@metropolitan.hu within 30 calendar days of returning. 

The following documents must be submitted with the report: 

1. A 1-page professional report in English or Hungarian. 
2. Certificate of Attendance – participation certificate signed by the host institution; please send the original document to the International Coordination Office by post or internal mail. 
3. Completion of the European Commission’s online questionnaire: EU Online Survey – this will be automatically sent to the provided email address by the system. 
4. Submitting the application indicates acceptance of the application terms. In case of a dispute, the current official Erasmus Programme Guide will be applicable. 

Documents: Intranet / My METU / Scholarship Opportunities 

METU has received grant funding to support student, faculty, and staff mobility with the following partner universities: