The Erasmus+ Programme provides funding for student, faculty and staff mobility between institutions in the European Union and their international partners. Mobility can be for study, research or training.

Opportunities available depend on existing agreements between UBC and each European institution. If there is an agreement for outbound staff and/or faculty mobility under the Erasmus+ Programme, we will post an open call for applications with details on the partner institution, eligibility, duration and field of interest. Funding depends on the length of stay at the partner institution and distance travelled.

Current Calls

Middle East Technical University (METU) - Ankara, Türkiye - International Staff Week 2025

Digital Bridges in International Education: Advancing Erasmus+ through Digitalization and Erasmus Without Paper-Blended Intensive Program (BIP)

The Middle East Technical University (METU) is hosting its 9th International Staff Training week, which will take place from June 16-20, 2025 (in person) and June 16, 2025 (virtual).

Administrative/non-academic staff working in the fields of international cooperation, student/staff mobility (e.g. International Officers, Staff Responsible for Summer Schools, International Recruitment, Strategic Planning, International Career Offices, Erasmus+ projects, etc.) and/or support services offered for international students, are invited to apply to METU's International Staff Week event. 

METU is delighted to invite its partner universities from Europe and beyond to join the upcoming METU Staff Week, themed around Digital Transformation in Erasmus+ Mobility. As Türkiye’s leading institution in the Erasmus Without Paper (EWP) initiative, METU has been recognized as the "EWP Champion of Türkiye" for its pioneering efforts in digitalizing Erasmus+ processes.

This unique Blended Intensive Program (BIP) combines interactive online and in-person seminars focusing on the latest advancements in digitalization within Erasmus+, exploring topics such as paperless mobility management, efficient data exchange, and best practices for implementing EWP tools. Through engaging workshops, presentations, and collaborative discussions, participants will gain valuable insights into streamlining mobility processes and enhancing digital cooperation across institutions.

Please note that participants will be expected to contribute to the program through, for example, presentations and active participation in workshop debates. 

Funding

The selected candidate will receive financial assistance from the Erasmus+ Program to cover subsistence costs during the mobility period as well as travel expenses, as specified below: 

  • Subsistence expenses: €980 Total – for a maximum of 7 days (5 mobility days + 2 travel days) 
  • Travel Expenses: €1500 Total

Travel support is a fixed amount which is paid only one time; it is calculated according to the distance between Ankara and the city that the home institution is located.

Selection Process

Applications will be reviewed by an evaluation committee formed by the Executive Director of the UBC Office of Global Engagement and three additional members, appointed by him/her, from the broader portfolio of the Office of Global Engagement. 

The following selection criteria will be used to rank the candidates: CV (40%), Statement of Motivation (60%).

How to apply 

Application deadline: April 21, 2025

Candidates must provide the following documents as part of a complete application:

  • Abbreviated CV (in English)

  • Statement of motivation (max. 300 words) that outlines why you are interested in this opportunity, and how the visit will benefit your professional development. 
  • Letter of support from your supervisor

Submit application - with subject line: "Application for METU International Staff Week 2025" - to: global.partnerships@ubc.ca 

Questions

Please contact the Global Partnerships team with any questions at global.partnerships@ubc.ca.


Contact

EU logo

UBC Crest The official logo of the University of British Columbia. Urgent Message An exclamation mark in a speech bubble. Caret An arrowhead indicating direction. Arrow An arrow indicating direction. Arrow in Circle An arrow indicating direction. Arrow in Circle An arrow indicating direction. Chats Two speech clouds. Facebook The logo for the Facebook social media service. Information The letter 'i' in a circle. Instagram The logo for the Instagram social media service. Linkedin The logo for the LinkedIn social media service. Location Pin A map location pin. Mail An envelope. Menu Three horizontal lines indicating a menu. Minus A minus sign. Telephone An antique telephone. Plus A plus symbol indicating more or the ability to add. Search A magnifying glass. Twitter The logo for the Twitter social media service. Youtube The logo for the YouTube video sharing service.