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Australia participates in Erasmus+, the EU’s flagship education and mobility program.

Hundreds of students travel between Europe and Australia to study, teach, and conduct research.

WHY IT MATTERS

Australian students and universities regularly participate in the EU’s Erasmus+ programme, building skills, cultural understanding, and long-term academic and professional networks.

Each year, hundreds of students travel between Europe and Australia to study, teach, and conduct research.

WHAT’S DRIVING IT?

Erasmus+ is the European Union’s program to support education, training, youth, and sport.

Australia participates as a Partner Country, allowing students and staff to take part in mobility programmes and joint degrees with European institutions. While not a full member, Australia benefits from collaborations with European institutions and opportunities for Australian students and staff to study and work in Europe.

LOOKING AHEAD

Jean Monnet Actions continue to support teaching and research on EU studies, strengthening dialogue between universities and policymakers and deepening understanding of EU policies.

INTERESTING FACT

Australian National University (ANU) hosts a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence for EU–Australia Economic Cooperation and has run other Jean Monnet projects, including policy labs.   University of South Australia (UniSA) hosts The Hawke EU Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence which promotes public diplomacy, research, and educational activities related to the EU. 

MORE INFORMATION

The International Education Association of Australia (IAEE) is the Erasmus+ National Contact Point.

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