Erasmus
ERASMUS+ is a European Union funded programme coordinated by the European Commission, designed to promote the mobility of students, lecturers, and youth, international cooperation, and the improvement of education quality across Europe. Vilniaus College of Design provides students with broad opportunities to participate in the international ERASMUS+ mobility programme.
Erasmus Study Mobility
Erasmus+ study mobility for VDK students is an opportunity not only to go abroad, but also to become part of the international design community, gain valuable academic experience, and prepare for a successful career in creative industries.
ERASMUS+ Programme Countries
27 EU Member States:
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
Partner Countries:
Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Serbia, Turkey, North Macedonia, United Kingdom and Switzerland.
Who Can Participate?
Study mobility is available for:
- 2nd–3rd year full-time students
- 2nd–4th year part-time students
Selection Process and Deadlines
Selections take place twice a year:
- September – for spring semester departure
- March – for autumn semester departure
Students must submit an application form, motivation letter, and portfolio.
Language requirement: minimum B2 level in the language of instruction (English or other).
Study Scholarships
Host Country | Amount per Month |
|---|---|
Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Iceland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, France, Finland, Sweden, Germany. Third countries not associated with the Programme from regions 13 and 14 | 674 EUR / month |
Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Latvia, Cyprus, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia | 674 EUR / month |
Bulgaria, Croatia, Poland, Romania, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, Hungary | 606 EUR / month |
Students with special needs may receive additional support of 250 EUR and support for accompanying person travel and accommodation costs where justified.
Travel Allowance
Travel Distance | Amount per Participant |
|---|---|
10–99 km | 28 EUR |
100–499 km | 211 EUR |
500–1 999 km | 309 EUR |
2 000–2 999 km | 395 EUR |
3 000–3 999 km | 580 EUR |
4 000–7 999 km | 1 188 EUR |
8 000 km or more | 1 735 EUR |
Note: Distance is calculated from the place of departure to the destination (round trip) using the European Commission distance calculator.
Zero-Grant Study Mobility
Students may also participate with zero-grant status, meaning they meet all Erasmus+ requirements and benefit from all programme rights, but do not receive financial support. All Erasmus+ rules and obligations apply equally to zero-grant participants.
Post-Mobility Reporting
Within 30 days after returning from Erasmus+ studies abroad, students must submit the required documents to the VDK International Relations Office.
BIP Projects (Short-Term Study Mobility)
BIP (Blended Intensive Programmes) are short-term Erasmus+ mobility activities combining physical activity abroad with a virtual (online) component. These are intensive thematic projects where students work in international teams. Both students and staff can participate.
Erasmus Internship Opportunities (Professional)
VDK students have the opportunity to participate in Erasmus+ internship mobility, gaining international work experience and expanding career opportunities abroad.
Erasmus Graduate Internship Opportunities
Graduate internship selection is announced in April. This is available for 3rd year full-time and 4th year part-time students planning to do an internship abroad after graduation. The internship must be completed within 12 months of graduation and can last 2–4 months.
Internship Scholarships
Host Country | Amount per Month |
|---|---|
Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Iceland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, France, Finland, Sweden, Germany. Third countries not associated with the Programme from regions 13 and 14 | 824 EUR / month |
Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Latvia, Cyprus, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia | 824 EUR / month |
Bulgaria, Croatia, Poland, Romania, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, Hungary | 756 EUR / month |
Erasmus Opportunities for Lecturers and Staff
VDK lecturers and administrative staff can participate in the ERASMUS+ mobility programme, which offers opportunities for teaching and training at partner institutions across Europe and beyond.
Staff Funding
Daily Subsistence Rates
Host Country | Amount per Day |
|---|---|
Ireland, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Iceland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, France, Finland, Sweden, Germany | 190 EUR / day |
Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Spain, Latvia, Cyprus, Malta, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia | 170 EUR / day |
Bulgaria, Croatia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, North Macedonia, Serbia, Turkey, Hungary | 148 EUR / day |
Note: Full rate applies for the first 14 days; 70% of the daily rate from day 15 to 60.
Actions After Receiving Funding
At least one month before departure, submit: mobility agreement, travel information, and signed grant agreement to erasmus@dizainokolegija.lt