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Centres of Vocational Excellence
The Centres of Vocational Excellence (CoVEs) is an Erasmus+ funding opportunity that supports the development of transnational networks providing excellence in vocational education and training. CoVEs aim to create skills ecosystems that respond to local, regional, national and sectoral skills needs while contributing to the European Education Area. These centers support vocational excellence through partnerships between VET providers, employers, research centers, development agencies and other key stakeholders. The initiative focuses on capacity building in the VET sector, fostering innovation, quality, and inclusion in vocational education and training across Europe and partner countries.
Partnerships for Excellence: European Universities – European Degree exploratory action
This Erasmus+ funding opportunity supports partnerships for excellence under the European Universities initiative, specifically focused on the European Degree exploratory action. The program aims to foster collaboration between higher education institutions across Europe to develop innovative educational approaches and strengthen the European Education Area. This exploratory action is designed to test and develop frameworks for European Degrees, which would allow students to obtain joint, double, or multiple degrees from partner institutions within European University alliances. The funding supports institutional partnerships that bring together universities to create integrated, transnational educational programs that enhance quality, innovation, and mobility in European higher education.
European Universities 2026
The European Universities initiative is a funding opportunity under the Erasmus+ programme designed to further develop institutionalised cooperation among European higher education institutions. The program aims to make cooperation systemic, structural and sustainable across participating universities. The initiative seeks to increase quality, performance and international competitiveness of European higher education institutions. European Universities alliances bring together higher education institutions across Europe to create long-term, structural partnerships that promote European values and identity while strengthening excellence in teaching and research.
Erasmus Mundus Design Measures
The Erasmus Mundus Design Measures call is part of the Erasmus+ programme, which is the EU's flagship programme for education, training, youth and sport. This funding opportunity supports the design and development of Erasmus Mundus Joint Master programmes, which are integrated international study programmes delivered by consortia of higher education institutions from different countries. The call aims to promote excellence and internationalization in higher education by supporting the creation of high-quality joint master degree programmes that attract talented students from around the world. These design measures provide funding for institutions to develop the structure, curriculum, and administrative framework necessary to establish new Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees.
Jean Monnet Network on Internal Policy: A resilient Single Market to boost EU competitiveness
This is a Jean Monnet Network funding opportunity under the Erasmus+ program focused on internal policy issues related to the European Union's Single Market. The network aims to enhance understanding and analysis of how a resilient Single Market can boost EU competitiveness. Jean Monnet Networks bring together higher education institutions and academic experts to promote excellence in teaching and research on European Union studies. This specific network focuses on internal policy challenges and opportunities within the EU Single Market framework, addressing contemporary issues of economic resilience and competitiveness in the European context.
Jean Monnet Network on External Policy EU-INDIA
The Jean Monnet Network on External Policy EU-INDIA is a specialized funding opportunity under the Erasmus+ programme focusing on EU-India relations and external policy matters. This network supports collaborative academic activities between higher education institutions to enhance understanding and teaching about European Union external relations, with a specific focus on the EU-India partnership. The programme aims to foster academic cooperation and knowledge exchange on European integration and external policy topics. Networks under Jean Monnet Actions bring together academic institutions to promote excellence in teaching and research on European Union matters, particularly focusing on strategic partnerships with non-EU countries like India.
Jean Monnet Actions for other fields of Education and Training: Learning EU
This is a Jean Monnet Action under the Erasmus+ programme focused on Learning EU for other fields of education and training beyond traditional higher education. Jean Monnet Actions support teaching and research on European Union studies, promoting excellence in teaching and research on EU matters. The Learning EU strand specifically aims to extend EU knowledge and engagement to diverse educational contexts and training environments. This funding opportunity is managed by the European Commission's Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture and is part of the broader Erasmus+ framework supporting education, training, youth and sport across Europe.
Jean Monnet Networks in other fields of education and training
The Jean Monnet Networks programme supports collaborative networks in education and training fields. This action aims to foster cooperation between higher education institutions and other educational organizations across Europe. Jean Monnet Networks bring together diverse actors to promote excellence in European Union studies and enhance knowledge about the EU. The networks facilitate exchange of good practices, development of innovative teaching materials, and creation of learning communities focused on EU-related topics in various fields of education and training beyond higher education, including schools and vocational education and training (VET).
Jean Monnet Actions for other fields of Education and Training: Teacher Training
Jean Monnet Actions for other fields of Education and Training: Teacher Training is a funding opportunity under the Erasmus+ programme. This action supports teaching and training activities related to European Union studies and integration in fields beyond higher education, specifically targeting teacher training institutions and programmes. The initiative aims to promote excellence in teaching and research on European Union matters among educators and trainers who will shape future generations' understanding of the EU. As part of the broader Jean Monnet programme, this funding stream extends the traditional focus on higher education to encompass other educational sectors, recognizing the importance of EU knowledge across all levels of the education system.
Jean Monnet Actions in the field of Higher Education: Centers of Excellence
Jean Monnet Centers of Excellence are focal points of competence and knowledge on European Union studies. These centers bring together the expertise and competencies of high-level experts, to develop innovative teaching and research programs on European Union matters. The centers aim to create a structured and sustainable hub for studying the EU, fostering dialogue between academic and policy worlds, and providing expertise to regional, national and international organizations. Through research, teaching and policy dialogue activities, these centers contribute to advancing understanding of the European Union and its role in an increasingly globalized and interconnected world.
Jean Monnet Actions in the field of Higher Education: Modules
Jean Monnet Modules are teaching programmes or courses in the field of European Union studies at higher education institutions. These modules aim to promote excellence in teaching and research in the field of European Union studies worldwide. The programme supports the development and delivery of specialized courses that focus on EU topics, policies, and integration processes. Jean Monnet Modules are designed to enhance knowledge about the European Union and foster debate on EU-related matters within academic settings, contributing to the understanding of EU studies among students and researchers globally.
Jean Monnet Actions in the field of Higher Education: Chairs
The Jean Monnet Chairs program is part of the Erasmus+ initiative supporting teaching and research excellence in European Union studies. Jean Monnet Chairs are teaching posts with a specialization in European Union studies for university professors. The program aims to promote teaching, research, and reflection in the field of European integration studies in higher education institutions worldwide. Chairs are expected to provide a minimum of 90 teaching hours per academic year in European Union studies topics. The initiative enhances the quality and relevance of education about the European Union, fosters dialogue between the academic world and society, and promotes knowledge of and debate on the European Union and its integration process.