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Erasmus,
the EU’s flagship education and training programme,
emphasises student and staff mobility and European
co-operation involving higher education institutions and
other key players in the knowledge-based economy. It
supports the creation of a European Higher Education
Area (EHEA) through increased mobility. This allows
for more innovation, growth and jobs in the EU. Over 1.5
million students have participated so far with a goal of
reaching 3 million by 2013. Together with an enriched
study experience, Erasmus also provides exposure to
different cultures.
In addition
to students, Erasmus also targets teachers, trainers,
and others involved in higher education. This includes
relevant associations, research centres, counselling
organisations, etc. It is also open to enterprises,
social partners and stakeholders, as well as public and
private bodies providing education and training at local,
regional and national levels.
Erasmus
supports actions in the fields of mobility (period of
study or placement abroad), European projects and
networks.
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