Erasmus+
The EU's education programme for the higher education sector
The university has held an ERASMUS Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) since 2007, which allows it to participate in the ERASMUS+ programme for education, training, youth and sport. The programme was launched on 1 January 2014 and replaced the Lifelong Learning Programme (LLP), Youth in Action and the international EU higher education programmes.
The Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) is the general framework for all European co-operation activities. The Charter lays down the requirements for participation in all Erasmus+ activities of a higher education institution and defines the minimum requirements to be respected.
The following European countries participate in ERASMUS+: The 27 EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, North Macedonia, Norway, Serbia and Turkey. Funding for the United Kingdom is only possible to a very limited extent.
- Study abroad for students (SMS)
- Internship abroad for students and graduates (SMP)
- Staff and teaching staff mobility (STA / STT)
Please refer to the following sections for detailed information on the relevant measures.
For students, Erasmus+ essentially comprises three instruments that promote mobility:
Tuition fees at the host university are waived
financial support,
credits earned abroad are recognised.
Students of all disciplines who are enrolled at HMT and who are at least in their 3rd semester at the time of their stay abroad can apply.
With the help of the ERASMUS+ programme, there are basically two options for students:
Either an internship in a company/institution or a period of study at one of the partner universities.
All students have the right to an internship or a funded study programme of at least 2 to 12 months per study cycle.
The following requirements apply for an ERASMUS+ study exchange:
Completion of the first year of study; regular enrolment at a German university
Duration: one to two semesters (Bachelor/Master/PhD), repeated funding possible
Host university: It must be a partner university of HMT and have an ERASMUS Charter (ECHE).
Switzerland has been offering its own mobility programme (Swiss European Mobility Programme) since the winter semester 2014/15.
The following requirements apply for an ERASMUS+ internship:
- Regular enrolment at a German university
- Minimum duration of stay: 60 days, repeated funding possible
- The content of the internship must be related to your studies
- Internships in your home country are generally not funded unless you do not have your main place of residence there. Proof of this must be provided in this case
The following institutions cannot act as host organisations for internships/work placements in order to avoid conflicts of interest and double funding:
- EU institutions and other EU bodies including specialised agencies (complete list via http://europa.eu/european-union/abouteu/agencies_de)
- Bodies managing EU programmes.
Application deadlines for a study programme:
For an HMT internal selection, please apply to the Erasmus office by January 15th. You will then receive the access information for your application at the partner universities.
If you are interested in an exchange with Switzerland, please refer to the websites of the partner universities concerned for information on deadlines. Please contact the Erasmus coordinator by December 19th.
Most of our partner universities now process the application online. You will receive the necessary link after your HMT internal application.
Please prepare the following documents for your application:
- Application Excel
- CV (English or Language of the host country)
- Letter of motivation (English or Language of the host country)
- Letter of recommendation from the main subject teacher, if applicable (English or Language of the host country)
- Audio sample/video (please check the requirements of the respective host university)
- Transcript of Records (English) - please apply at the examination office by December 20th at the latest.
In any case, please arrange a counselling interview with the Erasmus coordinator.
Please use the online calendar provided.
Application deadlines for internships: Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, but no later than 2 months before the start of the programme.
The following documents must be submitted by e-mail for internship funding:
- Confirmation from your subject area that the activity is in line with your study objectives
- Learning Agreement for internships
- Curriculum vitae (English or language of the host country)
- Confirmation of internship placement
Form templates can be found under ‘Documents’ on this website.
Tuition fees at the host university are waived
Financial support (funding rates graded according to country groups)
The credits earned abroad are recognised
The following funding rates are expected to apply for the three country groups:
- Group 1 (600 euros per month): Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden.
- Group 2 (540 euros per month): Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Malta, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain.
- Group 3 (490 euros per month): Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, North Macedonia, Turkey.
Erasmus+ trainees receive an additional 150 euros per month as a top-up.
Further information can be found in the document "Auslandstsstudium und Auslandspraktikum".
Please bear in mind that the ERASMUS programme can only provide a grant for your study stay. The full costs of a stay abroad can often not be covered by this programme. We recommend that you also apply for funding from the Auslandsbafög or other organisations for the promotion of gifted students.
Students who are entitled to receive an ERASMUS scholarship can also actively apply for Top Ups for their stays
Top-Up | 50 Euro einmalig |
Social Top-Up (außer UK) | 250 Euro / Monat |
Social Top-Up (außer UK) | 250 Euro / Monat |
Social Top-Up | 250 Euro / Monat |
Social Top-Up | 250 Euro / Monat |
Green Travel can be combined with another Social Top-Up. Otherwise, only one top-up is possible.
With your active application for one of the Top-Ups, you undertake to keep the original proof of eligibility for the respective Top-Up for 5 years (e.g. train ticket) or to submit it to the Erasmus Office for verification (only on request).
You must also confirm the accuracy of your details in a declaration on your honour.
To apply for the Top Ups, please contact the Erasmus office directly.
The DAAD provides a definition of the target groups here:
1.Top-Up „Green Travel“
You can apply for this top-up if you will be travelling to or from the partner university by one of the following means of transport classified as sustainable by the DAAD (at least 50% of the journey):
- Train
- Carpool
- Bus
- Bicycle
- on foot
The amount of the subsidy is a one-off payment of 50 euros; in addition, there is the possibility of subsidising up to 6 additional days of travel.
2. Top-Up "First-time graduates"
| Academic degree of the parents: | Degrees obtained at a university, a university of cooperative education or a university of applied sciences (within or outside Germany) are considered academic degrees. In the skilled trades, a master craftsman's certificate does not count as an academic degree. If your parents are not sure whether their degree counts as an academic qualification: Visit the Website "Stiftung Akkreditierungsrat". If you find your parents' qualification there, you may not apply for this top-up.
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3.Social Top-Up for employed students
Students who were in one or more jobs before starting their studies abroad and are unable to continue their job during their stay abroad are entitled to apply for this social top-up.
The gainful employment must have been carried out continuously for at least six months in relation to the period of mobility.
During the minimum period of employment prior to application, the monthly income must be above EUR 450 and below EUR 850.
As a rule, self-employed activities and dual/part-time study programmes with a fixed salary are excluded.
Conditions summarised:
| Period of activity: | Students must have been continuously employed or/and self-employed for 6 months up to 1 month before the start of their mobility (preparation period) in order to be eligible to apply for this top-up. calculation example: Your mobility starts on 01 October. You must then have been employed from 1 March to 31 August (= 6 months) within the framework of the criteria described below in order to be eligible to apply for the Top-Up. |
| Net earnings (min.): | at least 450 EUR (Net earnings from all activities, including self-employment, added up per month, i.e. you must have earned more than EUR 450 in each of the 6 months prior to the start of your mobility, but no more than EUR 850) |
| Net earnings (max.): | max. 850 EUR (Net earnings from all activities, including self-employment, added up per month, i.e. you must have earned more than EUR 450 in each of the 6 months prior to the start of your mobility, but no more than EUR 850) |
| Continuation of the activity/activities: | Another prerequisite for applying for this top-up is that the activity/activities CANNOT be continued during the stay abroad; in the case of an employment contract, termination is not a prerequisite; the employment contract can also be paused. |
4.Social Top-Up for students with child(ren)
Students who are travelling abroad with their child/children to study can apply for this top-up. The prerequisite is that the child or children are taken along during the entire stay. The grant is awarded per family, regardless of the number of children. It is also possible to apply if a carer (partner) is travelling with you; double funding is not possible.
5. Social Top-Up for students with disabilities or chronic illnesses
Students with a degree of disability (GdB) of 20 or more or a chronic illness who are receiving ERASMUS funding to study abroad can apply for this top-up.
The basis for categorising an illness as ‘chronic’ is the "List of chronic illnesses Robert Koch Instituts".
Please always register international projects with Mr Clever in advance before submitting an application.
Deadline: 15.01.
Deadline Switzerland: 19.12.
Further information and submission deadlines can be found in the current call for applications.
Please note: Applications for Switzerland are submitted via the SEMP programme and must be submitted directly to the Swiss university by the end of January.
Hier finden Sie die nötigen Dokumente und Informationen für das Auslandsstudium bzw. Auslandspraktikum.
All students of a state-recognised university can apply for an ERAMUS+ programme lasting one to two semesters at HMT Leipzig.
A basic command of German is an advantage, as the courses are largely held in German. Singers should have at least language level B1. Some German courses are offered for exchange students at the HMT Leipzig.
A good knowledge of English is required.
The application deadline for the following academic year is March 31st.
Applications are only accepted via HMT Campus: campus.hmt-leipzig.de
Please register with an account and follow the instructions.
Erasmus+ Application Guide for Incoming Students
Please make sure that you complete the curriculum with courses from the Erasmus course catalogue for the respective degree programme.
The following attachments are also required for the application:
- Curriculum vitae
- passport photo
- Letter of recommendation
- Transcript of Records
- Nomination
- Artistic credentials:
Orchestral instruments, early music, organ, piano, jazz and singers
Video/audio recording of pieces from different styles (approx. 20 minutes)
Choir and orchestral conducting
Video recording of a performance or rehearsal
Composition
Two or three scores of own works and corresponding audio recordings (if available)
Dramaturgy
Portfolio
Learning Agreements are processed exclusively via the Dashboard | OLA and only after confirmation of the Erasmus study place.
Detailed information about the academic year can be found here.
- available subjects for incoming exchange students -
Please choose up to a maximum of 30 credits per semester from the lists below, according to your course and level (Bachelor or Masters).
| HMT Grade | Explanation | ECTS Grade |
|---|---|---|
| VERY GOOD | ||
| 1,0 - 1,3 | Is given for the exceptionally independent and excellent performance | A |
| 1,7 | Is given for the excellent but not particularly independent performance | A |
| GOOD | ||
| 2,0 – 2,3 | Is given for the good performance, a little above average | B |
| SATISFACTORY | ||
| 2,7 | Is given for the average performance | C |
| 3,0 – 3,3 | Is given for the mediocre performance, slightly below average | D |
| SUFFICENT | ||
| 3,7 – 4,0 | Is given for the just acceptable performance, indicating that the student fulfilled the goals of the class in a satisfactory way | E |
| CERTIFICATE | Is given for a successfully completed component without grading | - |
| FAIL | ||
| 5,0 | Is given for the hesitant and not satisfactory performance | FX |
Staff and teacher mobility (STA/STT)
STA mobilities aim to provide teachers with professional and personal development, to promote the exchange of expertise and to familiarise them with other pedagogical methods. Last but not least, cooperation between Erasmus+ partner institutions is to be expanded and joint projects initiated.
As a further supporting measure for the internationalisation of universities, further education and training mobilities (STT) for university staff (teaching and administration) at European universities and at foreign companies/institutions are possible.
Erasmus+ funds guest lectureships at European partner universities that have a valid Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE). During their stay, the guest lecturers are to supplement teaching programmes and impart their specialist knowledge to students who are unable or unwilling to study abroad. This should include the development of joint study programmes at the partner universities and the exchange of teaching content and methods. The teaching workload is at least eight hours.
Teaching and higher education staff from a German higher education institution with ECHE may be sent to a host higher education institution with ECHE or another institution based in another programme country that is active in the labour market or in the fields of general and vocational education and training or youth for further education and training purposes.
Stays within Europe last between two days and two months. Additional funding for travelling to and from the destination is regulated in the personal financial contract.
The following group of people can be funded via STA:
- Lecturers who have a contractual relationship with the university
- Lecturers without an endowment
- Lecturers with work contracts
- Research assistants
University staff from all areas can be funded via STT.
The programme offers the following benefits:
- Reimbursement of travel and accommodation costs (according to provided rates)
- Special grants for beneficiaries with disabilities
The financial support for Erasmus+ mobilities for training and teaching purposes is based on the different costs of living in the target countries (‘programme countries’). Standardised daily rates apply for funding from German universities. ‘Profits’ from the funding must be taxed by the funding recipients.
Please refer to the document ‘Teacher/staff mobility’ for detailed information on the funding rates.
The following documents must be submitted to the Erasmus Office as early as possible:
- Mobility Agreement
- Invitation from the partner university (STA)
- Programme schedule or description of the planned further education/training (STT)
- Approved business trip application (2 months before the planned mobility so that the A1 certificate can be issued in good time) (to be requested from the HMT budget)
Further information on staff mobility and application options can be obtained directly from the Erasmus+ coordinator.
Here you will find the necessary documents and information on teacher and staff mobility.
