Mobility
Welcome! Here, we provide an overview of the mobility opportunities for Aurora students and staff. You will find all the necessary information on this page.
For students
Aurora offers courses with different lengths and formats.
Discover the opportunities that Aurora universities offer. To explore further details and funding possibilities, we encourage you to reach out to your local Aurora office. You can find the relevant contact information and housing options by clicking the sections below.
Short-term mobility
Short-term mobility
Short-term mobility is an in-person course or training that lasts less than 30 days. Available short-term mobility opportunities include BIP courses, summer courses, and short courses. You can find the short-term mobility opportunities on the Aurora course catalogueFunding
How do I receive funding for an Aurora opportunity?Mobility options might be eligible for funding. For more information, contact the mobility team of your home (not host) institution below. Apply for mobility fund after being admitted to the course.
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| Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) | mobility.out@urv.cat |
| University of Iceland (UICE) | ask@hi.is |
| Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) | aurora-mobility@uibk.ac.at |
| Copenhagen Business School (CBS) | aurora@cbs.dk |
| Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) | outgoing@vu.nl |
| University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) | Aurora-alliance@uni-due.de |
| Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) | aurora.up@upol.cz |
| Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) | aurora@u-pec.fr |
| University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) | Aurora.f2@unina.it |
Semester abroad
Semester abroad
Aurora provides students with the opportunity to spend a semester at another Aurora university.
For more information about your semester abroad opportunities, courses, application information, and etc., please visit the exchange page of your host (not home) university below.
Note: CBS only offers a semester exchange with VU, UIBK, and UICE.
University Exchange Information:
Funding
How do I receive funding for an Aurora opportunity?Mobility options might be eligible for funding. Before applying to a semester abroad, it is recommended to thoroughly research funding possibilities at your university. To access funding information for semester abroad, please check your home (not host) university below.
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
Internships/traineeships
Internships/traineeships
Internship:
An internship is typically a short work opportunity (a few weeks to several months) offered to students or recent graduates, and it provides practical experience in industry or job market. Internships are paid or unpaid, part-time or full-time. For the students, the primary purpose of an internship is to apply academic and theoretical knowledge to real world, acquire industry-specific skills, and explore individual career paths. Internships often include mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
Traineeship:
A traineeship is a structured learning program designed to provide specific vocational skills and knowledge in a particular trade or profession. It combines practical work training with classroom-based learning. Traineeships are typically paid, and the duration can vary depending on the industry and the specific program. During the traineeship, participants receive supervision and guidance from experienced professionals, and they may work towards achieving specific qualifications or certifications relevant to their academic field.
Funding
How do I receive funding for an Aurora opportunity?Mobility options might be eligible for funding. Before applying to an internship/traineeship, it is recommended to thoroughly research funding possibilities at your university. To access funding information for internship/traineeship, please check your home (not host) university below.
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
CBS does not offer traineeships. If a CBS student finds an internship on his own, he can ask for ERASMUS for traineeships funds. Link avaialable to students registered at CBS |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
Joint education
Joint education
A joint education module is created by two or more Aurora universities. Students will receive certificates after completing the course.
For more information on Aurora joint programmes, please see: https://aurora-universities.eu/understanding-europe/ and https://aurora-universities.eu/sustainability-climate-change/
Funding
How do I receive funding for an Aurora opportunity?Mobility options might be eligible for funding. For more information, contact the mobility team of your home (not host) institution below. Apply for mobility fund after being admitted to the course.
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
COIL & online courses
COIL (virtual exchange)
COIL stands for Collaborative Online International Learning. It is an innovative approach to education that involves virtual collaboration between students and faculty members from different countries and cultural backgrounds.
In a COIL course, students from two or more institutions work together on joint projects, discussions, and assignments using online communication tools such as video conferencing, email, and online platforms. The goal is to foster cross-cultural understanding, intercultural competence, and global awareness among the participants.
COIL courses provide opportunities for international collaboration without the need for physical travel. They promote cultural exchange and create a global classroom where students can learn from each other's experiences and perspectives.
COIL courses have different lengths and ECTS credits.
You can find the COIL courses on the Aurora course catalogue.
Please note: Fully online courses do not receive mobility funds.
Online courses
Online courses could be short (less than 30 days) or long (more than 30 days) courses that accommodate students who do not wish to travel with a transnational learning experience.
Some online courses are pre-recorded and can be attended at the students' convenience, others are online with mandatory attendance.
You can find the online courses on the Aurora course catalogue.
Please note: Online courses do not receive mobility funds.
Hybrid courses
Hybrid courses
A hybrid course, also known as a blended course, is an educational format that combines both in-person instruction and online learning components. In a hybrid course, students participate in a mix of traditional classroom and virtual sessions.
The combination of in-person and online elements in a hybrid course aims to leverage the benefits of both formats. It allows for flexibility and convenience offered by online learning, enabling students to access course materials and complete certain activities at their own pace and location. Meanwhile, the face-to-face sessions promote direct interaction with the instructor and peers, fostering a sense of community, real-time discussions, and practical applications of the learned concepts.
Hybrid courses have different lengths and ECTS credits.
You can find the single hybrid courses on the Aurora course catalogue.
Funding
How do I receive funding for an Aurora opportunity?Mobility options might be eligible for funding. For more information, contact the mobility team of your home (not host) institution below. Apply for mobility fund after being admitted to the course.
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP)
Blended Intensive Programmes (BIP)
Blended Intensive Programmes (under Erasmus+) include a short-term in-person mobility abroad (between 5 to 30 days) combined with a compulsory virtual component for collaborative online learning.
The virtual component must bring together the learners to work collectively and simultaneously on specific assignments that counts towards the overall learning outcomes.
You can find the BIP courses on the Aurora course catalogue.
Funding
How do I receive funding for an Aurora opportunity?Mobility options might be eligible for funding. For more information, contact the mobility team of your home (not host) institution below. Apply for mobility fund after being admitted to the course.
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Contact details |
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
Other opportunities
Other opportunities
Aurora offers other opportunities such as conferences, workshops, events, trainings, and research participation.
Please note that not all opportunities are attributed to ECTS credits, but they provide valid skills for the job market and add value to your CV.
For more information, see Aurora Participation Opportunities.
Housing options
Housing options
Find out about the housing services available at your Aurora university, apply on time to find a suitable place.
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
Housing link Contact e-mail Other links Other contact e-mails |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of East Anglia (UEA) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil |
For academic staff
Teaching mobility means that an Aurora teacher travels to another Aurora university for the purpose of teaching.
Teaching is defined as lectures, seminars, workshops, panel discussions, etc., where the teacher contributes actively to the programme. The target group for teaching must be clear (BA, MA, PhD students, or employees).
The objective are, among others, professional and personal development of teachers, as well as collaboration and knowledge exchange between universities.
A stay must not be shorter than two days and must include a minimum of eight teaching hours in five days–travel days are not included.
To inquire about teaching options, please contact the IC of the target university. For training options, please see Participation opportunities.
Funding
If your stay fulfils the criteria of the Erasmus+ Staff Mobility for Teaching, you may contact your home university to request an Erasmus+ grant or an Aurora grant to cover part of your expenses (costs are not fully reimbursed).
For more information, please contact your home Aurora office.
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |
For administrative staff
Training mobility is for teaching and non-teaching staff.
Training includes job shadowing, observation periods, temporarily work, workshops, Blended Intensive Programmes and other training events at host universities.
A stay must not be shorter than two days and longer than five days–travel days are not included.
For training options, please see Participation Opportunities.
Funding
If your stay fulfils the criteria of the Erasmus+ Staff Mobility for Training, you may contact your home university to request an Erasmus+ grant or an Aurora grant to cover part of your expenses (costs are not fully reimbursed).
For more information, please contact your home Aurora office.
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) |
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University of Iceland (UICE) |
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Universität Innsbruck (UIBK) |
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Copenhagen Business School (CBS) |
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Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) |
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University of Duisburg-Essen (UDE) |
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Palacký University Olomouc (UPOL) |
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Université Paris-Est Créteil (UPEC) |
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University Federico II of Naples (UNINA) |