The LLP/Erasmus Programme: Frequently Asked Questions  

What is LLP/Erasmus?
Erasmus is the most important European Community programme in the field of education. It is an EU funded programme which contains a wide range of measures designed to support the European activities of higher education institutions, including mobility and exchange of their students (and professors.)  

Who can participate in Erasmus?
The following conditions must be fulfilled:  

• you are a student enrolled in a degree course at the University of Bolzano-Bozen.  
• you are a citizen of one of the participating countries.  
• you are enrolled at least in the second year when you leave with Erasmus.  

How do I participate in Erasmus and where can I go?
You have to make an application to the International Relations Office of the Free University of Bolzano-Bozen and pass a selection process in your faculty. Although the selection criteria vary slightly among the faculties, they are mainly based on the number of academic credits, the grade average, the knowledge of the teaching language at the host university and on the motivation for wanting to study through Erasmus. The partner universities where you can study are located in many different European countries.  

How long can I go?
You can spend between three and twelve months abroad, depending on the agreement between our university and the partner university.  

What is the deadline for the application?
Your application form must be received by the International Relations Office in March.  

Do I have to pay university fees abroad?
No, you only pay the fees at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano.  

Do I get financial support?
Based on the selection, a certain number of students will receive a grant from the EU. Furthermore, all selected Erasmus students will receive €130 per month from the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano.  

Will I receive academic recognition at home for my study period abroad?
Yes. Before leaving, you will agree with your faculty a study plan to be carried out at the host university (the so called Learning Agreement), which will be recognized when you come back.  

Where can I get more information?  
At the InfoPoint Bolzano-Bozen, (Room E.123)
Monday and Thursday    10.00-12.30
Tuesday                          14.00-16.00  

InfoPoint Bressanone-Brixen, (Room 1.07)
Wednesday                   10.00-12.30  
+39 0471 012 500 or international.relations@unibz.it