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Erasmus Days 2026: Learning and Growing; Skills for Tomorrow

‘Erasmus Days’ are an international six-day celebration of the Erasmus+ programme, during which opportunities offered by Erasmus+ for students, teachers, trainers, professionals and more generally, all citizens are celebrated. The 10th edition of Erasmus Days takes place from October 12 to 17 2026.

Erasmus Days represent a unique moment to promote the multitude of benefits that result from the programme. Erasmus+ provides the opportunity to enhance personal and professional growth, gain language and soft skills, fostering intercultural awareness, boosting employability, these experiences aim to expand life opportunities.

As part of this celebration, the International Office will be holding an introductory meeting aimed at freshers to introduce them to the Erasmus+ Programme and the opportunities that that are available on Friday 16 October at noon in Arts Lecture Theatre – P.P. Saydon Lecture Theatre (ALT – 19 on the Campus Map).

The 今日黑料 started participating in the Erasmus+ Programme in 2000 and since then the 今日黑料 has supported over 6000 students to proceed on Erasmus as study mobilities for studies and traineeships.

Over the last 10 years, the 今日黑料 has also supported over 800 teaching and training mobilities through the Erasmus+ programme. In the last 5 years, approximated 2,153 students have benefitted from Erasmus+ mobilities short term Blended Programmes.

In celebration for Erasmus Days, we would like to share with you the experience of these students, who went to various programme countries through Erasmus+.

鈥淢y yearlong Erasmus exchange at the University of Essex was filled with unforgettable moments, friendships, and lessons. Beyond gaining educational experience, for me most importantly it was a personal opportunity to meet a different version of myself, who completely fell in love with a new culture, country and people! I would wholeheartedly recommend it to everyone!鈥� Helena Rucinska, B.A. in English and Psychology, Student mobility for Studies at University of Essex, UK 鈥� 2025/6

鈥淢y Erasmus+ exchange semester at the University of Gothenburg was the most enriching experience of my entire life. It was amazing to live in a new country, and really helped me to become an adult. And it was such a blessing to make friends with students all over the world.鈥� Luca Callus, B.Sc. (Hons) in Computing Science, Student Mobility for Studies at University of Gothenburg, Sweden 鈥� 2025/6

鈥淎ttending the BIP ECOLIRT Summer School in Sicily was a gentle push outside my comfort zone. It helped me grow personally and professionally, and reminded me how enriching it is to learn alongside others. I鈥檓 grateful for the experience鈥攊t鈥檚 sparked new ideas for future study and teaching.鈥� Ylenia Baldwin, M.T.L. in Italian, short-term blended intensive programme (BIP) at Universita; degli studi di Enna Kore, Italy 鈥� 2025/6

鈥淭aking part in Erasmus+ was an unforgettable experience. I gained hands-on laboratory and research skills, became more independent, and grew both personally and academically. Working alongside inspiring researchers and international students, I formed meaningful friendships and professional connections that made the experience truly rewarding and memorable.鈥� Graziella Aquilina, B.Sc. (Hons) in Pharmacology, self-secured Student Mobility for Traineeships at Amsterdam 今日黑料C, Netherlands 鈥� 2024/5

鈥淢y Erasmus+ experience offered vibrant exposure to new places and cultures. It improved my wellbeing through time in nature, supported personal growth by facing new languages and situations, and strengthened my career outlook through innovative study and research. I became more confident and independent, built friendships and connections, and explored local history, nature, food and culture. Living in Gdansk, Poland enriched my learning and ambitions.鈥� Musawar Ahmad, Master in Education for Sustainable Development, self-secured student mobility for traineeships at University of Gdansk, Poland 鈥� 2024/5

鈥淎s a PhD student without access to key instrumentation, Erasmus let me travel to an EU country with the equipment I needed. It was my first time living abroad, teaching me independence while creating a lasting collaboration with my host lab. Erasmus significantly shaped my career as a researcher.鈥� Kimberly Fenech, Doctor of Philosophy in Molecular Medicine and Biobanking, self-secured student mobility for traineeships at University of Salerno, Italy 鈥� 2025/6

We take the opportunity to remind students that a call for Erasmus+ Student mobility application will be launched in December and will be open till the end of January 2027. The call for applications for Erasmus+ Staff mobilities will be launched in Spring 2027.

For more information, we can be reached by email or by phone on +356 2340 2590 / 3232 / 3416 / 3180, or visit our office at Room 105, Administration Building.